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What's Behind This Week's Price Movement for BTC?
Fernando Martínez, Head of America at Hong-Kong based digital asset platform OSL, discusses his views on the catalyst behind this past weekend's crypto market decline and the current surge in bitcoin. How might inflation numbers in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data impact prices? Plus, insights into bitcoin options.
US Inflation Jumps to Highest Point Since 1982
New data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for all items rose 6.8% in the 12 months through November, the highest since May 1982, when it was 6.9%.
Bitcoin Rises as US Inflation Jumps to New High of 6.8% in November After 39 Years
The U.S. Labor Department’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), closely tracked by bitcoin traders, rose 6.8% in the 12 months through November, the highest since May 1982. Bitcoin jumped 2% in the minutes after the news. "The Hash" panel explains the impact of inflation on the global economy and what it means for the crypto market.
Why Rising Inflation Could Be Good for Bitcoin
Bitcoin rises to a fresh all-time high after the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics releases the October consumer price index (CPI) number, the highest since 1990. CoinDesk's Galen Moore discusses why the inflation increase "would be good for bitcoin," adding "[inflation] tends to seem to drive bitcoin and the stock market apart." Plus, reasons behind Coinbase's user numbers and revenue decline for the third quarter.
Bitcoin Rallies to New Record High After CPI Release
New data on bitcoin's hourly price chart shows a rally to new record highs in the wake of a hotter-than-expected October reading in the U.S. consumer price index (CPI). The report showed the cost of living in the U.S. rose 6.2% in October from a year earlier, the fastest since 1990. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High as Inflation Spikes 6.2% in October, Highest CPI Number Since 1990
Bitcoin has hit a new record high of $69,000 in some exchanges after the U.S. consumer price index jumped 6.2% in the last 12 months through October, the highest rate since 1990. “The Hash” team discusses what rising inflation could mean for bitcoin crypto markets and the overall financial sector.
Coinbase Posts $1.9B in Q2 Transaction Revenue, Beating Estimates
Coinbase posted $1.9 billion in transaction revenue in the second quarter of 2021, surpassing analyst estimates for $1.57 billion in its second-ever earnings report as a public company. The crypto exchange also noted ether was traded more than bitcoin in Q2 for the first time. CoinDesk's Nate DiCamillo digs into the report and reveals about the outlook for Coinbase and the wider industry. Plus, his insights into the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers.
What’s Next for Bitcoin as It Heads for Lowest Weekly Close Since June
Bitcoin is headed for its lowest weekly close since June 14 and remains in a lull into the weekend.
Bitcoin, Inflation and the U.S. Dollar
Data from Coin Metrics show bitcoin rising as the U.S. dollar weakens. Will the trend continue in light of Wednesday's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showing inflation climbing at a faster pace than economists expected? "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee reviews the data in Chart of the Day.
Consumer Inflation Speeds Up in April: Why Crypto Cares
The April U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 4.2% from a year ago, the fastest pace since 2008. “The Hash” panel digs into the CPI report and discusses why it is significant for cryptocurrency investors.