Bitcoin Surges Past $78,731 as Experts Predict $150,000 Price Target

The cryptocurrency market has been on a steady rise in recent times, with Bitcoin leading the charge. As of May 3, 2026, Bitcoin's price stands at $78,731, reflecting a modest yet steady increase of 0.79% over the past 24 hours, according to CoinGecko data.

The market dominance of Bitcoin is evident, with it holding a commanding 58.47% of the total market capitalization of $2.70 trillion. This has led to predictions that Bitcoin could reach $150,000 by the end of the decade due to growing institutional trust and macroeconomic trends.