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U.S. February CPI matches forecasts, reinforcing expectations for no near-term rate cuts

The price of bitcoin was trading at $69,500 following the news, down 1.2% over the past 24 hours.

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Crypto and stocks add to gains as Trump says Iran war could be over soon

It's been a historic 24 hours for crude oil, which soared to $120 per barrel overnight on Iran worries, but has plunged back to just above $80.

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Markets

Bitcoin tumbles below $66,000 as oil prices explode nearly 20% higher

There was little sign over the weekend of any de-escalation in the war against Iran.

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Markets

'No deal with Iran': Trump demands unconditional surrender, sending oil surging, bitcoin and stocks lower

The outlook for the Fed grew cloudier on Friday, as the employment market weakened appreciably even as inflation could be worsening.

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Markets

U.S. unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February, unemployment rate rose to 4.4%

Bitcoin remained under pressure even as the data likely puts back in play the chances of Fed rate cuts in the first half of 2026.

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Policy

SEC, Justin Sun reach settlement over Tron lawsuit

Rainberry, a company affiliated with the Tron network, will pay a $10 million fine. Charges against Sun will be dismissed.

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Finance

U.S. judge freezes BlockFills assets in dispute over 70 bitcoin with creditor Dominion Capital

A New York federal court barred the crypto trading firm from moving bitcoin tied to Dominion Capital, citing suspended withdrawals and insolvency concerns.

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Markets

Coinbase, Strategy lead crypto stocks higher as bitcoin spikes above $72,000

Crypto-related equities saw large gains at the Wednesday open, rebounding from Tuesday's selloff.

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Policy

Trump urges passage of U.S. Clarity Act, attacks banks for 'undercutting' GENIUS

U.S. President Donald Trump said in a post on Truth Social that the banking industry is trying to undermine the stablecoin bill he signed into law last year.

U.S. President Donald Trump (Shealah Craighead/Modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

Bitcoin attempting to make a stand as global stock markets melt down on Iran war

Having already plunged in the months leading up to the Middle East conflict, crypto markets so far aren't making new lows this week.

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