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Live updates: Bitcoin tops $86,000, while Saylor returns to BTC buying

CoinDesk·September 21, 2026·1 min read
Live updates: Bitcoin tops $86,000, while Saylor returns to BTC buying

Bitcoin topped $86,000 on Monday as crypto majors climbed alongside equity futures. Monero's XMR rose 13%, while Brent fell for a fourth straight session. Traders positioned for a Trump-Xi summit later this week. Michael Saylor returned to BTC buying, adding to positive sentiment in the market.

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