Bitcoin Edges Higher as U.S.-Iran Hostilities Pause — Market Talk

Bitcoin rises slightly on improved risk appetite following a pause in hostilities between the U.S. and Iran. President Trump has delayed a major escalation in the military campaign against Iran amid efforts to revive diplomacy, The Wall Street Journal reports, citing U.S. officials. Meanwhile, crypto hoarding firm Strategy said Monday that it made no new bitcoin purchases last week. Investors are also eyeing developments on the U.S. Clarity Act after Republicans unveiled an updated version of the crypto regulation bill last week. Bitcoin rises 0.5% to $64,929, LSEG data show. ([email protected])