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Bitcoin holds key support above $76K amid Middle East tensions, while altcoins mostly fall.

Market News
12 May 2026
Coindesk
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Bearish
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Bitcoin and ether prices fell due to rising Middle East tensions that pushed oil prices and the U.S. dollar higher, with bitcoin dropping about 1% to $80,800 and ether down 2% to $2,290. Despite the decline, bitcoin remains above the critical $76,000 support level, which is seen as a key marker for the bull market's continuation. Most altcoins underperformed, though CRO, CRV, and TON gained between 5% and 10%, supported by factors like a proposed tokenomics overhaul for CRO. Crypto futures open interest rose to $125 billion, indicating steady trader positioning amid reduced short-term speculation. Market volatility remains subdued for bitcoin, while U.S. equity volatility has slightly increased, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid geopolitical risks.

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