Comments Spur Sharp BTC Downturn
Hawkish comments from the Bank of Japan sent shockwaves through crypto markets, triggering a sharp Bitcoin sell-off as traders reassess risk, while altcoins also slipped amid rising yield expectations.
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Bank of Japan could signal December interest rate hike
Bank of Japan may signal a rate hike in December, sources say, as officials weigh tighter policy to curb inflation. Markets monitor BOJ communications for forward guidance and timing of any shift.
Markets on Edge: Bitcoin and ETH Stall as Trader
Bitcoin and Ethereum hit the brakes Friday as trading thinned ahead of holiday markets, with investors growing cautious amid subdued volume and simmering geopolitical tensions that could trigger sharp, short-term volatility
US GOV Re-Opens VISA Launch USDC Pilot
US government reopens after shutdown; markets react as XRP rallies on ETF launch optimism, while Visa begins a USDC pilot, signaling accelerating crypto adoption in mainstream payments.
Bitcoin Price Slumps as Fed Policy, Investors
Bitcoin slumped to $102,000 after fresh Fed signals of prolonged tightening and mounting investor caution sparked sell-offs, denting optimism for a sustained rebound in the largest cryptocurrency.
Possible Bitcoin relief as US Senate cuts deal to end shutdown: Report
In a potential boost for the cryptocurrency sector, the US Senate is reportedly nearing a bipartisan agreement to avert a government shutdown. This could provide much-needed regulatory clarity and foster a more favorable environment for digital currencies like Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Settles as Fed Turns Cautious
Bitcoin price crashes to $108,000 after the Fed signals caution, triggering sharp selling and volatility. Traders scramble to rebalance positions as risk appetite cools and liquidity tightens.
Bitcoin ETF Outflows Hit $1.2B While Wall Street Solidifies Its Crypto Bets
Investors pulled $1.2 billion from Bitcoin ETFs this week as broader Wall Street firms ramp up crypto investments, underscoring a split between retail outflows and institutional appetite for digital assets.
BlackRock to launch #Bitcoin ETF in Australia.
JUST IN: BlackRock will launch a Bitcoin ETF in Australia, offering institutional and retail investors new crypto access. The move underscores growing mainstream acceptance amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
Has Bitcoin Liquidity Been Affected by the Government Shutdown?
Government shutdown curbs Bitcoin liquidity as institutional flows stall and banking backlogs hamper fiat-on ramps, tightening spreads and boosting volatility in crypto markets.