Bitcoin extended its sharp sell-off, tumbling 8.4% to $104,782 after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed 100% tariffs on Chinese tech exports and tightened software controls. The announcement triggered a $19 billion wipeout across the cryptocurrency market, liquidating over 1.6 million traders. Ethereum, XRP, and Binance Coin also plunged, while experts see short-term pressure but a bullish long-term outlook.
Gold heads for weekly loss amid oil-driven inflation concerns
Gold prices held steady Friday, but a weekly dip was likely as soaring oil prices fueled inflation concerns, impacting interest rate expectations. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions