Bitcoin steadies near $64k as US‑Iran talks advance
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Bitcoin steadies near $64k as US‑Iran talks advance

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Bitcoin hovered around $63,996 on Monday, slipping 0.4% in the last 24 hours and 2.2% over the week as the United States and Iran edged closer to a negotiated peace roadmap.

Crypto Market Movements

Solana rallied 3.7% for the week, reaching approximately $74, while Tron added 2.2% to its price. Ethereum stayed near $1,733, showing little change despite broader volatility. Binance Coin fell 4.2% and XRP dropped 4.3% to $1.13, indicating pressure on several major assets.

Dogecoin recorded the steepest decline among leading tokens, sliding 6.5% in the same period. Hyperliquid’s HYPE token, which surged early in June, reversed 5% on the day but still holds a modest 1.9% weekly gain.

Geopolitical and Economic Backdrop

The United States and Iran announced a 60‑day framework aimed at achieving a final peace agreement, a development that eased tensions without immediately lifting crypto prices. Brent crude fell 1.7% to roughly $79 a barrel, reflecting the softer energy outlook.

Asian equities, measured by an MSCI gauge, rose 0.6% on a technology‑driven rally tied to artificial‑intelligence optimism, while U.S. futures slipped, with S&P 500 contracts down 0.5%. Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan reported progress, including a new channel for technical talks and a communication line to keep commercial vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz safely.