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Live updates: Bitcoin holds near $76,000 as traders brace for first Fed rate hike in three years

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CoinDesk

What happened

Privacy token zcash, meanwhile, is up 130% over 30 days and trades near its all-time highs from 2016.

Key facts

  • Privacy token zcash, meanwhile, is up 130% over 30 days and trades near its all-time highs from 2016.
  • Reported by CoinDesk and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:37:46 UTC.

Why it matters

Digital-asset markets react to catalysts within minutes, and liquidity, ETF flows and regulatory signals are usually what decide whether a move sticks.

What to watch next

  • Whether spot volume and open interest confirm the move
  • Liquidation clusters around the current price
  • ETF flow data and any regulatory follow-up

Coverage timeline

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  1. Live updates: Bitcoin holds near $76,000 as traders brace for first Fed rate hike in three years

  2. Bitcoin traders brace for Fed hike, but a surprise hold could pose bigger risk

  3. Deutsche Bank Brings Bitcoin Custody to Europe’s Institutional Set

  4. Bitcoin awaits Fed rate decision below $76K as analysis discounts ‘dovish surprise’ odds

  5. Deutsche Bank To Debut Bitcoin Custody for Institutional Clients

  6. Bitcoin ETFs Had Their Worst Day Since June Following Failed Clarity Act Vote

  7. Fidelity Leads $450M Bitcoin ETF Exit as Senate Vote Fails

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