Crypto Update | Bitcoin Drops to Lowest Level Since June
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for August 17, 2023.
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Today's Stories:
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Drops to Lowest Level Since June
Bitcoin's 2023 Bullish Trendline in Focus as Traders Search for Directional Clues
Crypto Long Trades Account for 90% of Total Liquidations as Bitcoin, Ether Slump
Sei, Blockchain Designed for Trading, Goes Live but 'Frustration' Mounts Over Airdrop
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Not investment advice. Some crypto products and markets are unregulated. The unpredictable nature of the cryptoasset markets can lead to loss of funds and profits may be subject to capital gains tax.
This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
HOST
Michele Musso is a Senior Producer and Audio Editor. She joined the CoinDesk team in 2020. Michele loves NFTs, is Bullish on Women Who Web3, and holds BTC and ETH.

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