JPMorgan predicts Bitcoin will outperform gold with $4.7 trillion in potential, while Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong forecasts Bitcoin could reach $300,000-$400,000 by 2030. Bitcoin held steady despite macroeconomic pressures including interest rate concerns and geopolitical tensions, with analysts viewing the resilience as bullish signals.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced classified Pentagon crypto initiatives aimed at securing strategic advantage in Bitcoin. Julian Assange posted his return and highlighted Bitcoin's role in enabling uncensored donations during censorship of his journalism. Bitcoin traders debated price targets, with skepticism toward reaching $100K this year.