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Bitcoin spikes to $22,330 after dip on worse than expected CPI data
The price of Bitcoin spiked to $22,330 after an initial dip on news of worse than expected consumer inflation data.
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Blockchain Association files amicus brief in support of Ishan Wahi
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The SEC may potentially sue Paxos over BinanceUSD – WSJ
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