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Fear and Greed Index in Fear 30% of the Past Year, Bitcoin Back in Extreme Fear
The latest death cross in November has so far marked a bottom of around $80,000, aligning with prior examples this cycle.

These Three Metrics Show Bitcoin Found Strong Support Near $80,000
Onchain data shows multiple cost basis metrics confirm heavy demand and investor conviction around the $80,000 price level.

Bank of Japan Set to Hike Rates to 30-Year High, Posing Another Threat to Bitcoin
Rising Japanese rates and a stronger yen threaten carry trades and could pressure crypto markets despite easing U.S. policy.

Bitcoin Plunges Below $90K as AI Worries Drag Nasdaq, Crypto Stocks Down
Chipmaker Broadcom's 10% slide weighs on the market as Chicago Fed's Goolsbee signals more cuts than the median for 2026.

Most Influential: Michael Saylor
Despite facing a year of tough conditions for bitcoin treasury companies, Michael Saylor’s Strategy developed new ways to make money — and acquire more bitcoin for its vast holdings — in 2025.

From Lockstep to Lag, Bitcoin Poised to Catch Up With Small Cap Highs
The Federal Reserve begins Treasury bill purchases later Friday, starting with $8.2 billion as part of its reserve management program.

Bitcoin Stumbles Back Below $90K as Dollar Sinks to 7-Week Low After Fed Rate Cut
The U.S. dollar, along with precious metals and bond yields, is reacting as expected to easier financial conditions, but crypto remains in a bearish trend.

UK Bitcoin Company Satsuma Sells 579 of Its 1,199 Bitcoin for $53.2 Million
The company sells BTC to secure cash for upcoming loan note obligations ahead of its planned uplisting.

BTC, Nasdaq Futures Drop as Oracle Earnings Revive AI Bubble Fears
Oracle shares tanked after the firm revealed an earnings miss.

Federal Reserve Cuts Rates 25 Basis Points, With Two Members Voting for Steady Policy
The anticipated move comes as policymakers are still operating without several key economic data releases that remain delayed or suspended due to the U.S. government shutdown.

