Bitcoin rises past $76,000, aiming at major breakout as oil plunges on Iran cooldown

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coindesk|Apr 17, 2026 13:09
Iran's foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz will remain completely open for the remainder of the ceasefire. What to know : Bitcoin is testing a dense sell wall around $76,000, with traders split between shorting resistance and defending against a breakout above liquidation levels. Futures activity is heating up, with volume and open interest rising alongside a 140% jump in liquidations, hinting at mild short-squeeze dynamics. Altcoins are lagging as traders...(Coindesk)
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