Bitcoin, the primary decentralized crypto coin, was worth more than $ 21,000 for the first time in its history on Wednesday.
At one point on Wednesday afternoon, the virtual currency cost $ 21,340 on the Bitstamp negotiation platform.
Earlier in the day, bitcoin had risen above $ 20,000 for the first time.
Cryptocurrencies have recently gained popularity as significant companies such as PayPal have shown more interest in it.
That feeds the hope that the coins will become more interesting for the general public.