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Bitcoin To Hit $100,000 in 48 Hours, Says World’s ‘Smartest Man,’ Following ‘Correct’ XRP Rally Call

Kurt Robson

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 3:22 PM GMT+5:30 3 min read

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The 'world's smartest man' is at it again — although his most recent forecast may be his most sensible. | Credit: CCN.

The 'world's smartest man' is at it again — although his most recent forecast may be his most sensible. | Credit: CCN.

📌Key Takeaways

1️⃣T he “world’s smartest man” has claimed Bitcoin could reach $100,000 within 48 hours.

The bullish Bitcoin forecast comes as U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their largest daily inflows since October.

Despite recent attention, the forecaster has a mixed track record.

2️⃣A self-styled cryptocurrency forecaster who claims to hold an IQ of 276 has made another bullish call on Bitcoin, saying BTC could rise to $100,000 within 48 hours.

YoungHoon Kim, who refers to himself online as the “world’s smartest man,” has gained attention on social media for issuing aggressive — and often controversial — price predictions across the crypto market.

His latest Bitcoin prediction follows claims that he correctly anticipated a recent rally in XRP, after previously urging followers to monitor the token over a short time frame.

Fresh Bitcoin Call

Kim’s latest remarks come as Bitcoin continues to trade below its all-time high, though the asset has posted gains over the past week.

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