Bitcoin Holds Strong at $81K Amid Trump’s Tariff Turmoil

As new US tariffs rattle traditional markets, Bitcoin demonstrates resilience, maintaining its position above $81,000. This stability offers a strategic buying opportunity while global trade tensions escalate.

Trump Tariffs Impact Markets, Bitcoin Resists Pressure

The new US President has enforced up to 50% additional duties on imported goods, causing heavy losses in top markets such as the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq. However, Bitcoin has remained steadfast above $81k, providing a limited strategic opportunity to buy. The aggressive move styled as ’Liberation Day’ by Trump could lead to a massive trade war and another major economic recession. Affected entities, including allies like Canada and the European Union, have announced retaliatory measures.

Rich Miner Announces Cloud Mining Vision For 2025: Making Bitcoin Mining Easier

Rich Miner, a leading cloud mining platform, officially released its 2025 strategic vision aiming to make Bitcoin mining easier and more accessible for global users. By leveraging cloud computing power sharing, intelligent mining optimization, and a global mining field layout, Rich Miner aims to break the barriers of traditional mining models, which are often high in cost, complexity, and barriers to entry. This vision is expected to enable ordinary investors to participate in Bitcoin mining and share the dividends of digital economic development through technological innovation and inclusive financial models.

Chart of the Week: Wall Street’s ’Fear Gauge’ Signals Possible Bitcoin Bottom

It’s been an exceptionally volatile week, but one measure may be signaling longer-term bullish sentiment for Bitcoin (BTC). The sell-off in equities began on April 3, spurred by President Donald Trump’s tariff-led uncertainties. Each day since then has been marked by sharp moves in both directions. The panic has hit both the equities and bond markets, while gold has surged to new all-time highs, and the DXY Index has broken below 100 for the first time since July 2023. In response, the S&P Volatility Index (VIX), often called Wall Street’s "fear gauge," has surged to its highest level since last August. The ratio of Bitcoin to VIX has hit 1,903 currently, touching a long-term trendline that last time coincided with market volatility.

UK School Makes History – Now Accepts Bitcoin for Tuition!

Lomond School in Scotland has become the first school in the United Kingdom to accept Bitcoin (BTC) as payment for tuition fees starting next semester. The school’s move is part of its mission to teach students about sound money principles and innovation. By integrating BTC into its treasury strategies, Lomond School aims to hedge against inflation and prepare its students for a Web3 future. Schools worldwide are increasingly integrating Bitcoin into their curriculums and treasury strategies to educate students about the digital asset and its potential.

Price Of Bitcoin In Recovery As Whale Inflows Register Largest Spike Since February

The price of Bitcoin enjoyed some recovery in the second half of the week as bulls finally got a chance to stretch their feet, after almost three weeks of intense sell pressure. Trump’s tariffs severely impacted the price of Bitcoin earlier this month, but recent changes allowed the markets to recover. Bitcoin fear and greed sentiment bounced back up to 43 at the time of observation, a sizable recovery considering it was as low as 4 just a few days prior. Notably, whale demand made a strong comeback during this period.