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Bitcoin Price Risks Drop Below $76K as Oil Prices Slide 7%

By BITCOINIST EDITOR

TL;DR Bitcoin price risks another drop as it fell below $77,000 on Monday despite a sharp decline in oil prices fueled by hopes of a diplomatic resolution to the US-Iran conflict. BTC failed to break above $78,500, raising concerns about another move lower. Analysts warn that Bitcoin could fall below $76,000 if…

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