Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin Hits $150K Target as Institutions and ETF Inflows Drive Adoption Amid Regulatory Shifts

Bitcoin’s potential to surpass $150,000 by year-end has gained traction among analysts, driven by institutional adoption, macroeconomic trends, and market dynamics. The U.S. government’s recent approval of pension funds entering the crypto asset market has been cited as a key catalyst, with analysts noting this regulatory shift could ignite a new bull market cycle [1]. According to projections, Bitcoin’s price trajectory is supported by a combination of policy-driven capital inflows, favorable regulatory environments, and growing institutional interest.

Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital, highlighted Bitcoin’s role as an inflation-hedging asset amid rising capital inflows and favorable regulatory shifts. He pointed to $20 billion in new crypto market capital since 2025 and emphasized institutional investors’ preference for Bitcoin-heavy balance sheets. Novogratz also linked Bitcoin’s potential surge to a Trump-era policy-driven rate cut, which could amplify inflationary pressures and boost demand for Bitcoin as a hedge [3].

Citibank’s base-case projection of $135,000 for Bitcoin by December 2025, with a potential $199,000 target if ETF inflows exceed $15 billion annually, underscores institutional confidence. The bank attributed this to post-halving supply shocks, regulatory tailwinds, and sustained institutional accumulation [2]. Peter Brandt, a veteran market analyst, forecasted a $150,000 price target as early as August 2025, citing a "16x expansion" in crypto adoption driven by new listings and ETF momentum [4].

Supporting these forecasts, AInvest analysts tied Bitcoin’s trajectory to ETF assets under management (AUM), projecting a $150,000 price target if AUM exceeds $100 billion by October 2025 [5]. Key indicators include Ethereum’s recent 50% price rally, heavy buying by whale wallets, and $726 million in Ethereum ETF inflows within a week. While Ethereum’s short-term outperformance is acknowledged, Bitcoin’s macroeconomic appeal as an inflationary hedge remains central to its bullish case [3].

Risks, however, persist. Novogratz warned that a reversal in Trump-era economic policies could disrupt Bitcoin’s trajectory, while regulatory uncertainty and market volatility remain challenges. Despite recent dips, Bitcoin is in "price discovery" mode, with sustained retail and institutional demand positioning $150,000 as a realistic target [3].

The market’s momentum is further reinforced by on-chain activity, including steady accumulation in large Ethereum wallets and growing institutional holdings. Bitcoin’s institutional adoption is expected to accelerate in Q4 2025, reflecting a broader shift toward crypto as a strategic asset class [3].

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[1] [Bitcoin is expected to exceed $150,000 by the end of the year](https://cryptodaily.co.uk/2025/07/bitcoin-is-expected-to-exceed-150000-by-the-end-of-the-year)

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