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Crypto

Bitcoin rose to $85,000 before Strait of Hormuz opened

Bitcoin hit $85,000 on October 1 and had already topped $75,000 in September.

Thursday, 1 October 2026

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Bitcoin rose to $85,000 on Thursday, 1 October. The price surge occurred before the Strait of Hormuz was freely open. The cryptocurrency had already reached $75,000 by the end of September.

This milestone was recorded before the month concluded. The rise came amid ongoing trading activity across major exchanges.

Throughout September, Bitcoin never breached the $85,000 threshold. The price remained below that level for the entire month.

The $85,000 price point was reached while the Strait of Hormuz remained closed to free navigation. The opening of the Strait had not yet occurred at the time of the price peak. This timing linked the cryptocurrency's rally to a specific geopolitical condition.

Analysis

The achievement of $85k after September suggests that Bitcoin's price can continue upward momentum even when earlier expectations of a lower ceiling were unmet. It may bolster confidence among holders and attract new participants, though the price level remains volatile.

This progression could influence short-term trading strategies and affect liquidity provision on exchanges.

Because the $85k level was reached before the Strait of Hormuz opened, any future changes in that shipping lane's status could introduce new variables for price dynamics.

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