Cryptocurrency has always been volatile, but Bitcoin is being championed after its value soared above the $100,000 (USD) mark for the first time before dropping again. <br /><br />It’s a stunning turnaround for one of the most popular cryptocurrencies in the world, as Bitcoin sunk below $17,000 after the collapse of crypto exchange company FTX in 2022. <br /><br />Global’s Neetu Garcha looks at what's driving Bitcoin's surge, how cities around the world are trying to become more crypto-friendly and whether it's a worthwhile investment.