| UPDATED: 16:35, Fri, Jan 8, 2021 Link copied Make the most of your money by signing up to our newsletter for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. The price of bitcoin has now achieved a new record level, with the crypto surpassing $41,000 (£30,000) for the first time in its 12-year history. As of 11.20am GMT on Friday, January 8, BTC is trading at $41,269 (£30,352) CoinDesk.com data confirms.