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Updated 17 April 2026 at 11:21 pmCoinCex editorial review

Bitcoin Reaches $78,348 Following Strait of Hormuz Reopening

#Markets and Prices Bitcoin (BTC) markets and prices

Bitcoin climbed past $78,000, recording an intraday peak of $78,348. The move brought 24-hour gains to 4.1% and pushed the market cap to $1.56 trillion. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin touched $78,348 after Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, its highest level since February 4. Global markets rallied as Brent crude dropped below $89.

Bitcoin surged past $78,000, reaching an intraday high of $78,348. The rally pushed its 24-hour gains to 4.1% and its total market cap to $1.56 trillion. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $78,348 as Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, marking its highest price since Feb. 4. Global markets surged as Brent crude fell below $89, wiping […]
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Bitcoin Reaches $78,348 Following Strait of Hormuz Reopening