Bitcoin surged past the $80,000 mark following former President Donald Trump’s election victory, fueled by a campaign that positioned him as a champion of digital assets. With a potential Republican sweep looming, investors and market analysts are keenly focused on the possible easing of cryptocurrency regulations under Trump’s administration next year, a shift that could benefit altcoins like Ethereum. On Sunday, the leading US cryptocurrency exchange, Coinbase, reported that Bitcoin surpassed $80,000, setting a new all-time high. This surge is attributed to President-elect Trump’s strong com…