Bitcoin $100,000 price rally 2026: BTC hits $93,000 as crypto equities surge
Bitcoin hits $93,000 as 2026 begins, with traders betting $1.45 billion on a move to $100,000. Learn how AI-linked miners and MSTR are leading the market rally.
Bitcoin has officially kicked off 2026 with a bang. The premier digital asset broke above $92,000 and briefly touched $93,000 during Asian trading hours on Monday. This breakout isn't just a solo performance; it's lifting the entire crypto-adjacent ecosystem, from institutional treasury plays to AI-integrated miners.
The Bitcoin $100,000 price rally 2026 and Deribit's billion-dollar bets
Options traders are increasingly confident that Bitcoin will hit the six-figure milestone this month. According to data from Deribit, the January $100,000 call option has become the most popular bet in the market, boasting a notional open interest of $1.45 billion. As BTC has already rallied 5% since the year began, analysts suggest that crossing the $94,000 mark could trigger a massive influx of hedging demand, further accelerating the price toward the elusive $100,000 target.
MicroStrategy and AI-linked miners lead equity gains
The enthusiasm is palpable in the equity markets. MicroStrategy (MSTR) shares rose 3.5% to $163 in pre-market trading, fueled by expectations of another massive Bitcoin purchase announcement. Meanwhile, the convergence of crypto and AI is proving to be a winning formula for miners. Cipher Mining (CIFR) and IREN both extended their strong performance from Friday, climbing over 2% to $17 and $44 respectively.
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