Bitcoin surged above $95,000 on Tuesday, reaching its highest level in more than 50 days, as a mix of easing US inflation and escalating geopolitical risk triggered a broad move into crypto markets.
Oh my God, Bitcoin just hit $95k like it’s going out of style! Who knew geopolitical drama and inflation could be the ultimate date night for crypto? 💸🔥
The rally followed a sharp warning from the US State Department telling American citizens to “leave Iran now” and to prepare for prolonged communication outages. The US State Department’s latest advice to Americans in Iran? “Leave now” because, you know, staying might involve witnessing a revolution or something dramatic. 🤡
The alert came as mass protests continue across Iran and Washington’s rhetoric toward Tehran hardens, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s like, “I’ll just take the 10% up in 2026 and a side of chaos, thanks.” 🌍💣
Iran: U.S. citizens should leave Iran now. Consider departing by land to Türkiye or Armenia, if safe to do so. Protests across Iran continue to escalate. Increased security measures, road closures, public transportation disruptions, and internet blockages are ongoing. The…
– TravelGov (@TravelGov) January 13, 2026
US CPI Removed a Key Macro Risk and Geopolitical Risk Revived Bitcoin’s Hedge Appeal
The US travel warning to Iran added a second catalyst. Markets often move into safe or alternative assets when war risk rises. Bitcoin’s latest flex: playing geopolitical crisis manager while sipping on a martini. Because nothing says “safe haven” like dodging internet blackouts and protests. 🍸💣
Bitcoin has increasingly traded as a geopolitical hedge during global crises. The combination of possible Middle East escalation and internet shutdowns in Iran reinforced its role as an asset outside government control. Honestly, who needs Wi-Fi when you’ve got crypto? 🚫📶
As headlines intensified, traders moved quickly into Bitcoin and other liquid crypto assets. Classic panic-buying, but make it blockchain. 🛒💳
BREAKING: Bitcoin rises above $96,000 for the first time since November 16th.
Bitcoin is now up +10% in 2026.
– The Kobeissi Letter (@KobeissiLetter) January 13, 2026
Bitcoin, which started the day near $91,000, jumped more than 5% within hours. The broader crypto market also climbed, with Ethereum, Solana, and XRP prices also surging. It’s like the crypto party finally let Ethereum in after years of gatekeeping. 🎉🚀
The rally began earlier in the day after the US Consumer Price Index showed inflation running at a stable pace. Prices are still rising, but not accelerating. The US CPI report was like the crypto world’s ex saying, “I’m stable now, really.” Inflation’s not accelerating? Thank you, next. Fed rates might stay low, which means we can all pretend our crypto isn’t a gamble. 🎩💸
That matters for crypto. When inflation stays under control, the Federal Reserve does not need to raise interest rates further. It also avoids the risk of a sudden recession caused by aggressive tightening. For investors, that creates a safer backdrop for holding risk assets such as Bitcoin. The CPI report removed a major downside risk just as Bitcoin was stabilizing after weeks of ETF-driven selling. Phew, someone finally remembered to pack the sunscreen for this rollercoaster. 🛋️🎢
Bull Market Signs are Reforming
The move did not come from nowhere. Earlier in January, US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw more than $6 billion in outflows as late buyers from the October rally exited at a loss. ETFs had a nervous breakdown in January, spewing $6 billion like a crypto version of a toddler’s lunch. But hey, nothing a little market nap can’t fix. 😴📈
That selling pushed Bitcoin down toward the ETF cost basis near $86,000, where pressure eased. ETF flows have since stabilized, suggesting the washout phase is largely complete. Now the market’s like, “Okay, who’s ready for round two?” 🤹♂️
At the same time, exchange data showed global buyers absorbing ETF-driven supply, while US institutions paused rather than exited the market. Coinbase’s premium turned negative, indicating caution, not washout. Classic adulting: “I’ll just check the crypto app again… once.” 🤦♀️📱
Bitcoin To Reclaim $100,000?
Bitcoin breaking back above $93,000 after the CPI report signaled that selling had lost control. The push through $95,000 confirmed fresh demand. With inflation stable and ETF pressure fading, geopolitical stress became the spark that forced sidelined capital back into the market. Will Bitcoin reclaim $100k? Well, if history’s a vibe, it’s just another Monday for Bitcoin. Geopolitical drama + stable inflation = the perfect cocktail for a midlife crisis on the blockchain. 🍸📉
For now, Bitcoin is rebuilding momentum after a mid-cycle reset. If ETF inflows resume and geopolitical risk remains elevated, traders will look toward $100,000 as the next major test. This rally shows Bitcoin is still acting as both a macro asset and a crisis hedge in a world growing more unstable. Just don’t forget to backup your wallet… or your therapist’s number. 💾📞
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