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Bitcoin Holds Steady Above $78K, Poised for Best August Since 2017

Bitcoin has maintained its price above $78,000, achieving a nearly 25% gain in August, its best performance since 2017. This stability comes amid geopolitical tensions from U.S. strikes in Iran, which have lifted oil prices and pressured stock markets. Despite these external pressures, Bitcoin's resilience highlights its growing strength in the cryptocurrency market.

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CryptoSlate13 days ago

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NewsBTC13 days ago

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crypto.news13 days ago

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