Bitcoin attempting to make a stand as global stock markets melt down on Iran war

Having already plunged in the months leading up to the Middle East conflict, crypto markets so far aren't making new lows this week. What to know : Crypto markets are showing a small bit of relative strength on Tuesday as equity markets fall sharply in response to the Iran war. Bitcoin is taking aim at $68,000 after having fallen to nearly $66,000 earlier in the day. Having run up to historic highs ahead of the Middle East conflict, precious metals are plunging along with the stock market.(Coindesk)