Bitcoin has surged past the $81,500 mark, reaching its highest level in three months. This milestone comes as the cryptocurrency breaks through the psychological barrier of $80,000, signaling potential long-term recovery for digital assets. The recent price increase follows a compromise on stablecoin regulation by lawmakers in Washington, D.C., which has boosted optimism for clearer cryptocurrency rules. Since hitting a low of $60,000 in February, Bitcoin has shown resilience, particularly amid geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The cryptocurrency has risen 20% since the conflict began on February 28, outperforming traditional assets like stocks and gold. Despite being down 35% from its all-time high of $126,000 in October last year, Bitcoin's 13% rise in April marks its largest monthly gain since May 2025, suggesting the end of the recent crypto winter.