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Bitcoin's price slipped below $70,000 due to a surge in oil prices and the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates, exerting downward pressure on both crypto and equity markets.

Bitcoin OGs have sold over $100 million in BTC following the Fed's hawkish stance on interest rates, denting hopes for a rate cut and pressuring crypto and other risk assets.

The Federal Reserve has left interest rates unchanged, citing geopolitical uncertainty, particularly from the Iran war, as a cloud over the economic outlook.

The US Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady led to a bounce in Bitcoin's price, reaching $72K, as the market had priced in a potential rate hike amidst higher inflation expectations.

US President Donald Trump has increased pressure on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to cut interest rates immediately, which could have significant implications for monetary policy and market sentiment.

Bitcoin's price has rebounded due to the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) meeting market expectations, indicating a stable inflation outlook, and a significant oil reserve release which may ease price pressures.

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A macro strategist believes that a prolonged US-Iran conflict could lead to increased spending, rising debt, and lower interest rates, which could positively impact Bitcoin's value.

NYDIG Research suggests that Bitcoin's price rise is influenced by AI's impact on employment, interest rates, and central bank liquidity, rather than technological advancements.

Bitcoin's funding rate has dropped to -6%, indicating a short squeeze may be imminent due to crowded short positions and high derivatives activity.

SBI, a Japanese financial services company, is issuing a 10 billion yen onchain bond with XRP rewards for retail investors, promoting blockchain settlement and fixed interest rates.

Bitcoin's price has stabilized despite initial losses during the U.S.