In a recent interview with CNBC’s Beyond The Valley podcast, Hoskinson said growing interest from tech giants like Apple and Microsoft will help fuel a new wave of Bitcoin demand.
According to Hoskinson, Bitcoin could skyrocket to $250,000 as early as this year. The Cardano and Ethereum co-founder believes a combination of tech adoption and global uncertainty is setting the stage for crypto’s next massive rally.
His prediction comes as crypto markets weather volatility triggered by President Trump’s global tariff policy.
Hoskinson sees this as temporary noise. “The tariff stuff will be a dud,” he said. “It’s really U.S. versus China, and many countries will align with us. Markets will calm down, and the Fed will eventually cut rates. That’s when the money flows in — fast and cheap.”
Three Key Forces Could Drive the Boom
Hoskinson laid out a few key reasons why Bitcoin could hit $250,000:
Explosive User Growth: According to Crypto.com, global crypto ownership surged 13% in 2024, reaching 659 million users.
Tech Industry Adoption: Big players like Apple and Microsoft entering the space adds serious legitimacy.
Geopolitical Shifts: Hoskinson sees the world moving away from international treaties and toward major power struggles. In that world, he says, decentralized crypto becomes the only stable global system.
“If China invades Taiwan or Russia moves on Ukraine, treaties won’t matter,” Hoskinson said. “Global business will suffer, but crypto can still thrive.”
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