The crypto market enjoyed a much-needed boost on Tuesday evening after U.S. president Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in Iran.
Bitcoin spiked to around $72,700 after settling in the $71,800 region, ether (ETH), meanwhile, is changing hands at $2,250 after posting a 6% gain in the past 24 hours.
The market remains trapped in the same range it has been since early February despite the overnight rise. Bitcoin will need to trade above $75,000 to confirm a breakout, while a rejection here could signal a move back to around $65,000.
Traders will be waiting cautiously for the ceasefire to end in a fortnight’s time to see whether a deal can be reached or the conflict will start up again.
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