Bitcoin surged past $66,500 after the Bank of Japan lifted its policy rate to a 31‑year high, pushing the cryptocurrency up about 1.5% within the last 24 hours.
Bitcoin Gains After BOJ Rate Hike
The price moved from roughly $65,600 during Asian trading to more than $66,500 in European sessions, marking a steady climb from the June 5 trough that slipped below $60,000. Investors cited the rate‑increase news as a catalyst for renewed buying pressure, while crypto market analysts noted a healthier risk