Bitcoin superó los $80,000 el lunes 4 de mayo de 2026, rising 2.7% over a three-hour span as Asian equities began trading. This milestone marks the highest price for the digital asset since January 31, 2026, signaling a strong recovery phase after the volatility experienced during the first quarter of the year.
The rally began at 1:25 am UTC, moving from $78,415 to break the $80,000 psychological barrier just 75 minutes later, eventually reaching a peak of $80,515 by 4:20 am UTC according to TradingView data.
This upward movement coincided with a rally in Asian equity markets. The MSCI AC Asia Index rose 2.3% to 245.2 on Monday morning, surpassing its previous high of 243.6 set on February 22. A rise in this index at the start of the week is often interpreted as a positive global risk sentiment indicator in response to developments over the weekend, although it does not strictly dictate that US markets will follow a similar trajectory.
Institutional appetite has shown remarkable consistency in recent weeks. US-based spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have recorded net inflows in 11 of the past 14 trading days. Notably, the net inflow of $629.8 million last Friday represented the strongest day for the US Bitcoin ETF industry in two weeks.
This steady capital flow suggests that institutional demand remains resilient despite previous price fluctuations. In this context, discussions regarding how Bitcoin is becoming scarce due to structural and market factors are gaining traction, especially as available supply on exchanges continues to face pressure from large-scale acquisitions.
Regulatory Progress in Washington and the CLARITY Act
The regulatory and macroeconomic environment in the United States has also provided a foundation for the current rally. Members of the banking and crypto industries recently reached a compromise on stablecoin yield provisions within the CLARITY Act. A Senate markup of this legislation is expected to take place during May 2026.
This legislative milestone aims to provide clarity on how financial institutions can interact with stable digital assets, removing some of the uncertainty that has previously hindered widespread adoption in regulated sectors. The possibility of a defined legal framework for stablecoins is seen as a necessary step for the full integration of digital assets into the traditional financial system.
Market Recovery and National Reserve Expectations
With its climb to $80,000, Bitcoin has completed a recuperación de casi el 30% desde su mínimo de 2026 of approximately $62,000, which was reached on February 5. This recovery has reignited projections from various market participants. Michael van de Poppe, founder of MN Trading Capital, stated last Friday that Bitcoin does not necessarily need a fresh narrative to reach the $100,000 mark, suggesting that the upward price action itself creates the narrative.
Furthermore, the industry is closely monitoring potential executive actions. White House crypto adviser Patrick Witt mentioned at the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas last week that a “big announcement” regarding President Donald Trump’s Bitcoin reserve is expected in the coming weeks. The market is awaiting official details on the structure, size, and timeline of this reserve, which could significantly impact sovereign asset holding dynamics.
As Bitcoin leads the market, other high-market-cap assets have followed suit. Ether (ETH), XRP, and BNB saw gains of 3.9%, 2.4%, and 3.3%, respectively, over the last 24 hours. Total market capitalization reflects this broader optimism as the industry awaits Senate confirmation on the CLARITY Act debate dates and official statements from the White House concerning the national crypto treasury.
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