Bank of Japan Increases Rates by 0.25 Percentage Points, Bitcoin Surpasses $77,000
The recent monetary policy decision by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) has sent ripples through both the currency and cryptocurrency markets, marking a significant shift in the nation’s economic stance. After a prolonged period of ultra‑low interest rates, the central bank announced a 25‑basis‑point hike, moving its policy rate to the highest level it has seen in 31 years. This move, intended to curb inf…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.