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The argument: Geopolitical tensions involving Iran are causing volatility in Bitcoin prices.

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0% of Bitcoin coverage

Rolling 3-day share · as of 14 Oct 2026

15 Sep — 14 Oct 2026 · 30 days shown. From 0.3% on 15 Sep to 0% on 14 Oct; low 0% on 16 Sep, high 0.3% on 15 Sep.

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Record dates: 5 Mar–13 Sep 2026

Recent coverage

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  • CoinGape · Published 12 Sep 2026

    Donald Trump Predicts War Will End Soon

    In coverage record: 13 Sep 2026

    “As war concerns surge, the Bitcoin price has managed to move sideways, trading around $77,240 at press time, up by 0.53% after moving above $80,000 earlier in the week.”

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  • CoinGape · Published 10 Jul 2026

    BREAKING: Trump Agrees to Iran Talks Despite Ending Ceasefire As Markets React

    In coverage record: 11 Jul 2026

    “The Iran situation will play a key role in determining whether Bitcoin will reach $65,000 in the next session, as it could either dump or break out again.”

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  • Crypto News · Published 10 Jul 2026

    Trump signals new Iran talks as Bitcoin surges past $64K

    In coverage record: 11 Jul 2026

    “Traders continue to monitor geopolitical developments closely because recent market swings have been closely tied to headlines surrounding the conflict.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 4 Jul 2026

    Bitcoin trades near $62,000; inflation, geopolitical risks remain key market drivers

    In coverage record: 5 Jul 2026

    “Bitcoin trades near $62,000; inflation, geopolitical risks remain key market drivers”

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  • CoinGape · Published 11 Jun 2026

    Bitcoin Breaks $63K As Trump Confirms US-Iran Peace Deal

    In coverage record: 12 Jun 2026

    “Earlier, BTC price had dropped around $62,300 as investors responded to the volatility in the markets after U.S. PPI data came in hotter than expected.”

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  • CryptoSlate · Published 30 May 2026

    How Bitcoin will price Trump’s claim that Hormuz could reopen this weekend

    In coverage record: 31 May 2026

    “With fewer sellers and lighter books, a sentiment-driven squeeze above $74,200 can carry Bitcoin toward $75,000-$78,000, with $80,000 as a stretch target aligned with the large call concentration on Deribit.”

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  • Crypto News · Published 29 May 2026

    Bitcoin snaps back to $74,000 as Trump ends Hormuz naval blockade

    In coverage record: 30 May 2026

    “In recent weeks, crypto.news has tracked how Bitcoin held near $80,000 after Trump rejected an earlier Iran proposal, as well as how BTC steadied when Iran moved to 'fully reopen' Hormuz even while the U.S. blockade on Iranian ships remained in force, and how the token continues to trade each ceasefire headline 'by headline.'”

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  • International Business Times · Published 25 May 2026

    Bitcoin Holds Near $77,000 As Easing U.S.-Iran Tensions Boost Market Sentiment

    In coverage record: 26 May 2026

    “The cryptocurrency remained under pressure throughout much of the conflict as traders grappled with uncertainty surrounding peace negotiations and the potential impact of higher energy prices on inflation and interest rates.”

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  • Crypto Breaking News · Published 24 May 2026

    Bitcoin Climbs as Trump Nears Negotiated Iran Deal Announcement

    In coverage record: 25 May 2026

    “Bitcoin’s price action reflected a risk-off-to-risk-on tug-of-war around the weekend.”

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  • CoinGape · Published 23 May 2026

    Bitcoin Price Rises Above $75k as U.S. and Iran Near Deal to Extend Ceasefire

    In coverage record: 24 May 2026

    “The BTC price could see further volatility today, as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the New York Post there might be news later today, though he remains unsure.”

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  • Crypto News · Published 21 May 2026

    Mark Cuban sells most Bitcoin as hedge thesis fails

    In coverage record: 22 May 2026

    “Bitcoin defenders have pushed back on Cuban’s framing. Since the first signs of the US-Iran conflict emerged in late February, Bitcoin has risen more than 16% while gold has fallen over 15%.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 12 May 2026

    Bitcoin slips below $81K after Trump rejects Iran peace proposal; institutional investors continue accumulating BTC

    In coverage record: 12 May 2026

    “Bitcoin is trading near the $81,000–$82,000 range, holding relatively steady despite continued volatility driven by geopolitical developments and shifting macro sentiment.”

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  • Crypto Breaking News · Published 11 May 2026

    Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Dips Towards $80,000 Amid Renewed Market Volatility

    In coverage record: 11 May 2026

    “Market analysts are divided on whether data releases this week and the evolving geopolitical situation could push investors towards risk assets or trigger another downturn.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 5 May 2026

    Bitcoin crosses $80K as geopolitical easing boosts risk appetite; $270M short liquidations aid surge

    In coverage record: 5 May 2026

    “Ashish Singhal, Co-founder at CoinSwitch said Bitcoin is currently trading near the $80,000 mark, with noticeable volatility driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.”

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  • CryptoSlate · Published 5 May 2026

    Bitcoin rally breaks from US stock market as mixed macro data creates bullish setup for BTC

    In coverage record: 5 May 2026

    “The oil shock means bond traders are pulling BTC into an inflation and rates debate.”

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  • Business Standard · Published 27 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin reaches 12-week high, nears $80,000 on US-Iran deal optimism

    In coverage record: 27 Apr 2026

    “The risks are real. US-Iran peace deal odds have collapsed, a macro overhang that could reprice risk assets broadly.”

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  • India Today · Published 27 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin at 12-week high near $78,000 mark: 3 key factors explained

    In coverage record: 27 Apr 2026

    “From a macro perspective, elevated interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and the upcoming Federal Reserve decision are limiting aggressive risk appetite, keeping the rally controlled.”

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  • Livemint · Published 27 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin prices edge towards $80,000 amid US-Iran uncertainty. What should investors do?

    In coverage record: 27 Apr 2026

    “From a macro perspective, elevated interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and the upcoming Federal Reserve decision are limiting aggressive risk appetite, keeping the rally controlled.”

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  • Crypto Breaking News · Published 20 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin slips from weekend highs as U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks strain

    In coverage record: 20 Apr 2026

    “Cointelegraph has previously noted how macro tensions, including geopolitical flare-ups and oil price swings, have historically fed into bitcoin’s price action, offering a potential liquidity tilt during periods of global uncertainty.”

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  • Natural News · Published 20 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin Price Tops $77,000 Amid Strait of Hormuz Reopening Announcement

    In coverage record: 20 Apr 2026

    “Analysts stated that Bitcoin’s near-term trajectory depends heavily on whether the ceasefire holds and diplomatic talks progress.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 17 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin (BTC USD) or gold: Which safe haven asset did traders choose during the US-Iran conflict?

    In coverage record: 17 Apr 2026

    “Senior Market Analyst Kyle Rodda pointed out that latest movements shows that Bitcoin remains exposed to 'significant cross currents,' with inflation, sanctions and risk sentiment pulling it in different directions.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 10 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin down 23% in FY26, Ethereum hit $5K peak in August. Here is what analyst expect

    In coverage record: 10 Apr 2026

    “Seker said notably, during recent geopolitical volatility, both Bitcoin and Ethereum demonstrated relative resilience compared to traditional risk assets, buoyed by sustained ETF inflows and institutional demand.”

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  • The Straits Times · Published 10 Apr 2026

    Wall St ends mixed, notches weekly gains as investors parse Middle East negotiations

    In coverage record: 10 Apr 2026

    “"Traders are pretty hesitant to have exposure going into a long weekend where there’s going to be an Iran-US negotiation."”

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  • Bitcoin Magazine · Published 8 Apr 2026

    Iran To Accept Bitcoin For Strait Of Hormuz Transit

    In coverage record: 8 Apr 2026

    “For now, the introduction of bitcoin as a toll mechanism marks a test case for cryptocurrency use in sovereign-controlled trade routes, with implications that extend beyond the region.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 7 Apr 2026

    U.S stock market today: S&P 500, Nasdaq make gains but Dow Jones fall. Here's what to expect on Wednesday

    In coverage record: 7 Apr 2026

    “U.S. stocks swung sharply Tuesday as uncertainty about the war with Iran increased ahead of a looming deadline set by President Donald Trump to destroy Iranian power plants and bridges.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 7 Apr 2026

    U.S. Stock Market prediction for Tuesday: How will S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq trade? Investors will eye these points

    In coverage record: 7 Apr 2026

    “U.S. Stock Market main indexes -- S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq -- will look to continue trading in green on Tuesday as Wall Street investors will keep an eye on Iran war, hoping for quick ceasefire.”

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  • Livemint · Published 7 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin slips below $68,000 as West Asia war weighs on cryptocurrency market

    In coverage record: 7 Apr 2026

    “Now traders have eyes on an end to the war and new crypto legislation in the US as potentially pushing digital assets higher.”

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  • NDTV Profit · Published 6 Apr 2026

    Bitcoin Tops $70,000 on Optimism Over Possible Iran Ceasefire

    In coverage record: 6 Apr 2026

    “Bitcoin jumped back above $70,000 Monday for the first time since March 25, as investors weighed reports that Iran was seeking a ceasefire in the ongoing war.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 1 Apr 2026

    Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq gain as Trump signals possible end to Iran conflict: Intel, Eli Lilly, Alphabet, Meta, lead rally today and oil prices fall – here's how US stock market starts April

    In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026

    “Despite the positive momentum, uncertainty remains. Ryan cautioned that unless there is a clear announcement signaling the end of the conflict, markets are likely to remain volatile in the short term.”

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  • Benzinga · Published 31 Mar 2026

    Will Stock Market Open Up Or Down Today?

    In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026

    “Markets have reacted sharply to each shift in headlines. The CBOE Volatility Index, Wall Street's fear gauge, briefly moved above 30 during Monday's session, reflecting heightened uncertainty.”

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  • The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 30 Mar 2026

    US stocks swing as oil prices keep climbing because of the war with Iran

    In coverage record: 30 Mar 2026

    “U.S. stocks are swinging again Monday as oil prices keep climbing because of uncertainty about when the war with Iran could end.”

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  • The Indian Express · Published 26 Mar 2026

    Wall Street falls to its worst drop since the Iran war as the Nasdaq sinks 10% below its record

    In coverage record: 26 Mar 2026

    “Stock markets likewise tumbled across much of Asia and Europe. They’re the latest flip – flops for financial markets in a week that began with big hopes after President Donald Trump said productive talks had taken place about ending the war.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 25 Mar 2026

    Why are US stock market futures witnessing wild swings, and will Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq head for a huge crash or big surprise soon? Wall Street futures rise, stocks to watch out for, analysts insight

    In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026

    “US stock futures moved higher after reports suggested a possible ceasefire between the United States and Iran, but uncertainty remains due to ongoing conflict developments.”

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  • Investing.com · Published 25 Mar 2026

    S&P 500 Relief Rally Still Depends on Oil Falling Below $90

    In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026

    “Every oil price move, every statement from Tehran or Washington, every military headline will continue to register violently in volatility until either a ceasefire materializes or the market reprices for a prolonged conflict.”

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  • The Straits Times · Published 24 Mar 2026

    Wall Street indexes fall on worries about Middle East war, interest rates

    In coverage record: 24 Mar 2026

    “Wall Street indexes lost ground in a volatile session on March 24 as investors swayed between fears of rising oil prices and hopes for a resolution to the US-Israeli war on Iran.”

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  • Fortune · Published 23 Mar 2026

    Bitcoin climbs as Trump grants five days for Iran negotiations

    In coverage record: 23 Mar 2026

    “A potential catalyst to stabilize the markets for now would be some sort of de‑escalation in the Middle East, or at minimum a resumption of normal traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.”

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  • Investing.com · Published 19 Mar 2026

    S&P 500, Nasdaq, Russell 2000: Gap Down Selling Threatens Breakdown Across Indexes

    In coverage record: 19 Mar 2026

    “With the war in Iran not looking like it will finish soon, traders are now having to position themselves for the long haul, and that appears to be from the sidelines.”

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  • Times Now · Published 18 Mar 2026

    Stock Market Today Live: Nifty nears 23800, Sensex gains 700 points

    In coverage record: 18 Mar 2026

    “Investors are expected to stay cautious, balancing optimism from global market gains with risks stemming from geopolitical tensions and central bank decisions.”

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  • Times Now · Published 18 Mar 2026

    Stock Market Today Live: Dalal Street Eyes Steady Open; Key Stocks to Track: Shree Cement, Tata Steel

    In coverage record: 18 Mar 2026

    “Overall, while global cues remain supportive, volatility is likely to persist. Investors are expected to stay cautious, balancing optimism from global market gains with risks stemming from geopolitical tensions and central bank decisions.”

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  • CoinDesk · Published 14 Mar 2026

    Bitcoin holds $71,000 as Trump warns of Iran oil strikes

    In coverage record: 14 Mar 2026

    “The market is adapting to the conflict in real time. Early in the war, every headline produced an outsized reaction because nobody could price the tail risk. Now, traders have a framework, where strikes happen, oil spikes and bitcoin dips only to recover again.”

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  • International Business Times · Published 11 Mar 2026

    Iran War Jolts Crypto Markets As Bitcoin Swings And Capital Moves Across Exchanges

    In coverage record: 11 Mar 2026

    “Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies have seen sharp volatility since the conflict intensified.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 11 Mar 2026

    What’s happening with Dow Jones today? Why is Dow down 500 points today - Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fall in deep red

    In coverage record: 11 Mar 2026

    “If the conflict escalates further, oil prices and stock market volatility could remain elevated in the weeks ahead.”

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  • Barchart · Published 10 Mar 2026

    Stock Index Futures Turn Lower as Bond Yields Climb

    In coverage record: 10 Mar 2026

    “We expect markets to stay very short-term focused, volatile, and headline-driven as the conflict plays out this week.”

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  • Activist Post · Published 6 Mar 2026

    Bitcoin could see further downside risks as Iran attacks U.S. bases across Middle East

    In coverage record: 6 Mar 2026

    “Previous Middle East escalations have followed a pattern where bitcoin drops on the initial shock and recovers once traditional markets absorb the news and the situation appears contained.”

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  • The Economic Times · Published 5 Mar 2026

    Dow down 400 points while Nasdaq rises: Why Dow Jones drops over 400 points today while Nasdaq stays in green — S&P 500 also slips as US stock market shows mixed signals

    In coverage record: 5 Mar 2026

    “The ongoing Middle East conflict between Iran and the US-Israel coalition continues to dominate global market sentiment.”

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