There are predictions that bitcoin will surpass the value of gold in the long term, with some estimates suggesting it could reach as high as $266,000. However, forecasts for bitcoin's value in the near term are varied, with some predicting it will reach $100,000 by 2026, while others expect it to be worth less than $100,000 in a year. The fair value of bitcoin is also being estimated, with one model suggesting it could be around $170,000 based on a comparison with gold.