Live Market Data
The live price of Bitcoin (BTC) in US dollars, with real-time market data including 24-hour change, market capitalization, and trading volume.
How Bitcoin's price has evolved across each major bull cycle.
| Year | Approximate Peak Price | Key Event |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | ~$31 | First mainstream media coverage |
| 2013 | ~$1,150 | Silk Road shutdown & Chinese exchange boom |
| 2017 | ~$19,800 | Retail speculation & ICO boom; CME futures launch |
| 2021 | ~$69,000 | Institutional adoption (Tesla, MicroStrategy); NFT mania |
| 2024 | ~$73,000+ | US Spot Bitcoin ETF approval; fourth halving |
Like any asset, Bitcoin's price is determined by how many buyers and sellers exist at any given time. Bitcoin's capped supply of 21 million coins means demand increases alone can drive price significantly.
Every ~4 years, the rate of new Bitcoin creation is cut in half. This supply reduction has historically preceded significant price increases as demand outpaces new issuance.
Large purchases or sales by institutional investors — corporations, hedge funds, ETF providers — can have outsized impact on Bitcoin's price given its relatively limited liquidity compared to traditional markets.
Government announcements about Bitcoin regulation — bans, ETF approvals, tax guidance — have historically caused significant short-term price movements in either direction.
Bitcoin is sensitive to news cycles. Positive developments (major company adoption, celebrity endorsements, favorable regulations) tend to drive price up; negative news (exchange hacks, regulatory crackdowns) drives it down.
Bitcoin increasingly correlates with broader risk assets. Inflation fears, interest rate decisions, currency crises, and geopolitical instability can all influence Bitcoin's price as investors seek alternative stores of value.
⚠️ Disclaimer: The price data on this page is provided for informational purposes only. Nothing on this website constitutes financial, investment, or trading advice. Bitcoin is a highly volatile speculative asset. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.