The prices of BTC raised in 2017. It increased more than 15 times. There were many reasons why this cryptocurrency exploded in 2017, such as the news of bitcoins futures being traded Chicago Board Options Exchange. After that news the bitcoin price raised with $5,000 in 5 days. Bitcoins is expected to reach new heights this year, and one BTC could reach a valuation of $50,000 by the end of 2018