Bitcoin pinned below $80k as rate jitters grow; Clarity Act hearing in focus

By EC Assets · Published 14 May 2026 · Updated 14 May 2026

Bitcoin has recently seen an ascent, reaching a 12-week high. The cryptocurrency approached the $80,000 mark, though it remained just below this level. This upward movement has coincided with increased optimism surrounding potential US-Iran peace talks and a ceasefire. The original cryptocurrency climbed as much as 1.6% to $79