The US Senate's rejection of a key cryptocurrency bill has dampened optimism for Bitcoin reaching $200,000 by the end of 2026. Market prediction odds for Bitcoin hitting this price have dropped to around 1.1%, reflecting increased skepticism amid regulatory challenges. This legislative setback adds to an already difficult year for the crypto sector, which faces regulatory scrutiny and market volatility. Investors and industry watchers will be monitoring future Federal Reserve policies and potential new legislation for signs of market shifts.
As of Sep 18, 2026 03:27 WIB, Bitcoin trades on Pluang at Rp1.362.036.926 with a 1-day gain of 0.91%. Despite the Senate's rejection of a cryptocurrency bill impacting market sentiment, Bitcoin's market cap remains substantial at Rp27.277,71 trillion. Pluang users show a strong buying interest with 70% buy orders and a typical hold time of 109 days, indicating sustained engagement despite regulatory setbacks.
Bitcoin rose 2.24% to $83,591 after dipping to $80,953, maintaining a higher low that supports an uptrend. Market sentiment has cooled from August's extreme greed to a neutral level, reflecting cautious optimism among traders. Bitcoin ETFs saw net ou...
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The estimated GPU cost to prepare a Quantum-Safe Bitcoin (QSB) transaction has fallen from about $320 to $59, an 82% reduction based on simulated workloads. QSB transactions enhance Bitcoin's security against future quantum computer attacks by using ...
Strategy repurchased $368.7 million of its STRC preferred stock from Sept. 28 to Oct. 11, significantly more than the $50.2 million spent on buying 584 BTC during the same period. This aggressive buyback pushed STRC's price to $99.88, its highest sin...
Bitcoin has traded in a narrow range around $82,000 to $83,000 in mid-October 2026, showing limited momentum despite typical seasonal gains. A significant transfer of over 4,500 BTC from a long-dormant wallet attracted attention but did not trigger m...
