Bitcoin price rockets to new all-time high as Trump effect continues

Bitcoin has surged past $82,000, continuing its record-breaking streak following the re-election of Donald Trump as President.

The cryptocurrency reached an all-time high of $82,313 (£63,900) earlier today, although it has since relinquished some of its gains, it remains 2.1 per cent higher, as reported by City AM.

Bitcoin prices have soared approximately 20 per cent since Trump's election last week, with the rally spurred by opti