Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies experienced a significant slump, dropping over 2% in 24 hours and extending monthly declines to over 10%. This downturn is linked to a broader sell-off in tech stocks amid weak US earnings and anticipation of a Bank of Japan rate hike. Despite short-term volatility, underlying institutional interest and network development offer long-term optimism.
Global Markets | European shares fall again as Mideast war drags on
European shares extended their decline on Tuesday, mirroring a global equity selloff as investors grappled with the prospect of a prolonged Middle East conflict. A