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Bitcoin (BTC) is a CRYPTO-listed crypto covered by Valdrans. Last close $83560.71, +0.65% on the day; -3.36% over 1 week, +8.95% over 4 weeks, — over 6 months (prices as of 11 Oct 2026).
- Last close (11 Oct 2026)
- $83560.71
- Today
- +0.65%
- 1 week
- -3.36%
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- +8.95%
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Nasdaq CEO cited tokenization potential at TOKEN2049 conference October 2026
Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman spoke at TOKEN2049 on 9 October 2026, describing tokenization as a structural development rather than a near-term catalyst; NDAQ was noted as operator of a December extended-hours trading and settlement pilot involving public blockchain infrastructure.
France-Germany 10-year bond spread hits widest level since 1990
The France-Germany 10-year government bond spread reached its widest point in Bloomberg records back to 1990; the euro fell to a 16-month low against sterling and EUR/CHF tested 0.9300 from recent support near 0.9475–0.9480; Societe Generale and Deutsche Bank each declined more than 5% on 7 October.
Nasdaq composite and Nasdaq 100 closed at record highs on 5 October 2026
The Nasdaq composite (CCMP) and Nasdaq 100 (NDX) reached all-time closing highs on 5 October 2026; the US dollar index (DXY) gained against major currency pairs, Treasury yields rose, and WTI crude oil also rose, attributed to Middle East tensions.
SEC proposes direct Bitcoin and crypto custody rules for regulated funds
The SEC announced on 1 October 2026 a proposal permitting investment advisers and regulated funds to hold Bitcoin and Ether directly under defined conditions, using state trust companies as custodians; the proposal entered a 60-day public comment period.
Dated Brent tops $120 as Hormuz drone attacks and China export curbs tighten physical oil
Dated Brent traded above $120/bbl on 2 October 2026, over $19 above ICE Brent futures (LCO) near $101. Drone attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, China's refined product export restrictions, and European diesel stock releases were reported as contributing factors.
US seizes $89m linked to EQIBank; Tether discloses limited exposure
US prosecutors seized approximately $89 million connected to EQIBank, a Dominica-licensed offshore bank, via payments group Capstone; Tether disclosed holdings at EQIBank of under $64 million, representing less than 0.034% of total assets. USDT remained priced near $1 following the disclosures.
Federal Reserve releases stablecoin regulatory proposals on 24 September 2026
The Federal Reserve published stablecoin regulatory proposals on 24 September 2026, described as incremental rather than finalised. A separate US initiative to promote dollar-backed stablecoins internationally, involving private-sector firms and multiple agencies, was reported the same date.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs drew $1 billion net inflows in single session
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded ~$1 billion in net inflows in one session, the largest single-day figure of 2026. Ether ETFs added $270 million the same day; year-to-date net flows turned positive for the first time since April 2026.
CFTC submits crypto framework to White House; Bitcoin extends gains
Bitcoin rose on 22 September 2026 following the CFTC's submission of a crypto market regulatory framework to the White House and a technical short-covering event; MicroStrategy acquired 950 BTC for approximately $75.7 million on 21 September 2026.
JPMorgan flags 10 mb/d supply disruption; Brent rises to $105.65
JPMorgan reported approximately 10 million barrels per day of oil supply as disrupted six months into the Iran conflict, citing Strait of Hormuz restrictions. Brent crude rose to $105.65 per barrel on 25 September from $102 earlier in the week, while WTI stood at $93.11.
US 10-year Treasury yield breaches 5% for first time since 2007
The 10-year US Treasury yield crossed 5% on 14 September 2026 and reached 5.04% on 15 September, its highest level in nearly two decades. TLT and IEF, which move inversely to yields, were reported under pressure alongside equity valuations, particularly in growth and technology stocks.
US August CPI core monthly beat; Fed rate-hike odds rose to 82%
August 2026 US CPI data showed headline inflation at 3.4% year-on-year and core CPI monthly at 0.3% against a 0.2% consensus; market-implied probability of a Federal Reserve rate increase at the next meeting rose from 68% to 82%, and the US Dollar Index strengthened following the release.
Coinbase misses revenue and earnings forecasts for third consecutive quarter
Coinbase reported a net loss and revenue decline for a third straight quarter in Q2 2026 results released 30 July, with COIN shares falling following the announcement; softer spot trading volumes and reduced market volatility were cited as contributing factors.
KOSPI advances as brokers signal leveraged position unwind nearing end
The KOSPI index rose on 22 July 2026 and the EWY ETF moved in line with the index, following broker commentary that a margin-driven unwind — linked to an approximately 30% drawdown from recent highs — was approaching completion.
US strikes Iranian targets ninth consecutive night; Hormuz transit affected
US forces conducted a ninth consecutive night of air strikes on Iranian targets on 20 July 2026, with CENTCOM citing threats to Strait of Hormuz maritime transit, through which roughly one-fifth of global oil and gas passes.
Nikkei falls 4.25%, oil rises to $81 as Middle East strikes hit markets
The Nikkei fell 4.25% and Nasdaq futures declined 1% on 17 July 2026; oil rose a further 2.6% to approximately $81 per barrel in European trading following Middle East strikes, while the Indian rupee approached record lows before Reserve Bank of India intervention.
Bullard said Warsh may reduce Fed forward guidance, per Marketwatch
Former St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said on 8 July 2026 that incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh may reduce the central bank's use of forward guidance, according to Marketwatch TOP. No confirmed statement from Warsh or the Federal Reserve Board was included in the reporting.
US Treasury-Commerce turf war delays Strategic Bitcoin Reserve implementation
An interdepartmental dispute between the US Treasury and Commerce departments over legal authority to administer the proposed Strategic Bitcoin Reserve remained unresolved as of 7 July 2026; Bitcoin rose on 6 July 2026 despite a sale of 3,588 BTC by Michael Saylor's firm.
MicroStrategy sold 3,588 BTC for $216 million; bitcoin fell 4%
MicroStrategy (MSTR) sold 3,588 bitcoins between 29 June and 5 July 2026, raising approximately $216 million; bitcoin fell up to 4% following disclosure of the sale. The company's total bitcoin holdings were reduced to 843,775 BTC.
Canada approves Pacific coast oil pipeline; TSX energy sector rises
Canada's federal and Alberta governments jointly approved a new Pacific coast oil pipeline on 3 July 2026, with C$150 billion in associated investments announced. The TSX rose on Friday following the announcement, with the energy sector contributing to the gain.