Bank of Japan hikes rates by 0.25%, sending Bitcoin above $77,000
The recent monetary policy decision by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) marked a significant shift in the nation’s long‑standing ultra‑low‑interest‑rate stance. After more than three decades of near‑zero rates, the central bank announced a 25‑basis‑point increase, taking the short‑term policy rate to a level not seen in 31 years. This move was intended to address persistent inflationary pressures, a weake…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.