Bitcoin Is Back With a Bang!

Bitcoin surged toward $79,000 on Friday, extending a sharp rebound that has changed the tone of the crypto market.

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Danielle du Toit
August 21, 2026

Here's what we've got for you today:

  • Why Is Bitcoin Rising Today? BTC Jumps to $79K After Explosive Two-Day Rally

  • Jim Cramer Warns of ‘Jarring Gulf’ Between Stock Prices and Reality

  • Trump Crypto Wealth Hits $1.4B as 63% of Americans Question WLFI and Family Profits

  • XRP Price Prediction: Top Altcoin Explodes by 35% After Ripple CEO’s Trump Meeting

📈 Why Is Bitcoin Rising Today? BTC Jumps to $79K After Explosive Two-Day Rally

Bitcoin surged toward $79,000 after gaining roughly 12% across Wednesday and Thursday, breaking above the key $69,000–$70,000 resistance zone.

⚠️ Jim Cramer Warns of ‘Jarring Gulf’ Between Stock Prices and Reality

Jim Cramer says an “incredibly jarring gulf” is opening between stock prices and the reality of strong US businesses. He pointed to Micron, which is committing billions to AI-driven growth and US manufacturing even as the market sells off.

💰️ Trump Crypto Wealth Hits $1.4B as 63% of Americans Question WLFI and Family Profits

A Reuters/Ipsos poll found 63% of Americans believe Donald Trump and his family have benefited inappropriately from crypto ventures, while 69% say his private business interests influence presidential decisions.

🔮 XRP Price Prediction: Top Altcoin Explodes by 35% After Ripple CEO’s Trump Meeting

XRP surged 35% in a week to around $1.36 as whale buying, a technical breakout and renewed US crypto policy talks fueled momentum. The rally coincided with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse meeting President Trump and other industry leaders to discuss clearer digital asset regulation.

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