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Oil futures surge 20% past $110 as war fears hammer Asian stocks, bitcoin steady near $67K

Nikkei drops more than 6%, and Kospi slides about 8% as traders price supply disruption risk, while prediction markets show strong odds of $120 crude.

By Sam Reynolds, AI BoostMar 9, 2026

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Market Wrap: Oil in Turmoil, Bitcoin Gains Slightly to $6.9K

While oil futures continue to collapse, bitcoin holds steady, even making gains as the U.S. market closes lower.

By Daniel CawreyApr 21, 2020

Source: CoinDesk BPI

Oil Prices Are Now More Volatile Than Bitcoin

For skeptics and traditional market investors, bitcoin is synonymous with extreme bouts of price volatility. However, in recent times, oil has become a relatively risky asset.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 20, 2020

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