Bitcoin has surged in 2025, thanks to looser federal regulations and optimism in the market. But the cryptocurrency isn't immune to large falls, either.
Cryptocurrency prices have surged over the past year. The federal government has taken a softer approach toward regulation, and investors have become optimistic (and a little speculative) about investments. The price of Bitcoin ( BTC -2.35% ) has risen as well, skyrocketing 76% over the past year alone.
There's a general sense of optimism among investors with both stocks and cryptocurrencies, but if tougher economic times are ahead, some of the large returns they've experienced could experience a reversal. Bitcoin has proved to be a resilient cryptocurrency in the past, bouncing back after significant pullbacks. Is it worth buy