Crypto Optimism Returns after Market Crash

MicroStrategy founder and one of the biggest bitcoin bulls, Michael Saylor, remains confident that the crypto market is heading for another major rally. Speaking at the Money 20/20 conference in Las Vegas, he said he expects Bitcoin to reach $150,000 by the end of 2025.

“I think the past twelve months have probably been the best in the entire history of the crypto industry,” Saylor told CNBC.

U.S. regulation turns in favor of crypto

Saylor’s optimism stems mainly from the positive shift in U.S. regulation. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has become more open to tokenized assets, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent publicly supports stablecoins as a tool to strengthen the U.S. dollar.

“What we’ve seen over the past year is a fundamental shift. The U.S. is finally beginning to understand that Blockchain technology and digital assets are not a threat but an opportunity,” Saylor added.

After the crash comes hope

His optimism follows October’s crypto market crash triggered by President Donald Trump’s announcement of 100% tariffs on Chinese goods. Analysts from The Kobeissi Letter, however, believe the drop was merely temporary and does not change the long-term upward trend.

U.S. and China head toward a deal

Both nations have since softened their rhetoric. Trump is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in Seoul, and Treasury Secretary Bessent described the emerging framework agreement as “substantial.”

“Buckle up,” says Pompliano

Investor Anthony Pompliano expects that a trade deal combined with a potential Fed rate cut could spark a strong rally. “Asset prices could go crazy this week. Buckle up,” he wrote on X.

Crypto regains its momentum

Despite recent volatility, market sentiment remains surprisingly positive. The mix of regulatory progress, political thawing, and renewed investor optimism could trigger a new crypto growth cycle. If Saylor’s forecast comes true, Bitcoin could more than double in value next year.

Sources:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWiYDjScyeI

https://x.com/APompliano/status/1982439751857692680

https://cointelegraph.com/news/michael-saylor-150-000-bitcoin-end-2025