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Bitcoin Price Stuck Near $81K as Oil Surge Rattles Global Markets

Bitcoin.com News·October 23, 2026·1 min read
Bitcoin Price Stuck Near $81K as Oil Surge Rattles Global Markets

Bitcoin traded flat around $81,500 on Friday after two days of high volatility, putting it on track for its first monthly loss since July. Surging oil prices, fueled by fears of escalating geopolitical tensions, rattled global markets. Bitcoin's price remained stable despite the broader market uncertainty.

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