Blockstream CMO Cites Institutional Demand as Bitcoin Holds $81,000 Support Level

Bitcoin held resilient around the $81,000 to $81,500 range despite headwinds from equity selloffs, rising U.S. 10-year Treasury yields, and European political unrest. Blockstream Chief Marketing Officer Peter Bain described the hold as a strong signal, citing institutional client feedback that indicates Bitcoin is positioned for an extended bull run through 2027. To serve rising institutional demand, Blockstream launched a dedicated consulting division and established a European hub in Lugano, Switzerland. Additionally, the company restored operations for its Liquid network swap service following a recent disruption.