Bitcoin Price

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Bitcoin Price refers to the current value of Bitcoin (BTC) in the global cryptocurrency market. As the first and most prominent digital currency, Bitcoin's price is a significant indicator of the overall health of the cryptocurrency market. It is determined by supply and demand dynamics, influenced by factors such as market sentiment, regulatory news, technological advancements, and macroeconomic trends. Bitcoin's price is also closely watched by traditional finance professionals, given its potential as a digital asset and a hedge against inflation. It's traded on various cryptocurrency exchanges, including Coinbase, Binance, and Kraken.

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Crypto Market Shows Signs of Stability Ahead of U.S. CPI
While some economists predict a jump in U.S. CPI compared to July, Factset research shows inflation is becoming less of a concern for large companies.
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a 2017 Pride Parade (Joy Real/Unsplash)
One Year After Trudeau's Bitcoin Warning, BTC Still Beat Inflation and S&P 500
Despite bitcoin’s tumultuous year, the world’s largest digital asset proved to be a reliable hedge against inflation. And a number of Liberal MPs own it.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a 2017 Pride Parade (Joy Real/Unsplash)

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Bitcoin Dreams Are Coming True in Argentina and Turkey
It’s no surprise a BTC-backing candidate just won a primary election in Argentina.
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The latest readings on Matrixport's Fear & Greed Index bode well for bitcoin's price. (Matt Hardy, Unsplash)
Matrixport's Bitcoin Greed & Fear Index Indicates Upswing Ahead
The index has a solid track record of marking trend changes in the bitcoin market.
The latest readings on Matrixport's Fear & Greed Index bode well for bitcoin's price. (Matt Hardy, Unsplash)

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Is CPI Resistant
Modest Consumer Price Index numbers mean that the chance of another rate hike is dwindling.
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Bitcoin rallies are being quickly sold. (Unsplash/Kanchanara)
Bitcoin Rallies Keep Getting Quickly Sold — What's Up?
The world’s largest cryptocurrency has lacked sustained momentum, as it sells off shortly after each attempted leg higher.
Bitcoin rallies are being quickly sold. (Unsplash/Kanchanara)

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First Mover Asia: First $30K, Then $40K, but Bitcoin Needs Volatility First
The world’s largest digital asset is rangebound, but so far this year, bitcoin is beating the returns most digital asset funds are posting.
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Bitcoin weekly chart. (CoinDesk Indices)
Bitcoin Barely Holds $29K Alongside Sizable Altcoin Selloff
Interest rates continue to move higher across the globe, putting pressure on risk assets.
Bitcoin weekly chart. (CoinDesk Indices)

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Bitcoin Dips Below $29K, BNB Slides After Report on DOJ's Binance Concerns
Crypto markets have reversed overnight gains alongside weakness in stock markets and rising Treasury yields.
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Bitcoin daily price. (CoinDesk Indices)
Bitcoin Falls 1.2% as Curve Chaos Sparks Systemic Crisis Fears in DeFi
CRV has bounced 20% since Justin Sun organized some relief for the token, but remains 23% lower this week.
Bitcoin daily price. (CoinDesk Indices)