Live updates: Bitcoin climbs as Nasdaq rises 1.7% after Fed rate increase
In the wake of the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to raise interest rates, market participants are witnessing a flurry of activity across several asset classes. The Nasdaq Composite index, a barometer for technology‑heavy equities, surged by roughly 1.7 percent, signaling investor optimism despite the higher‑cost borrowing environment. At the same time, the world’s leading cryptocurrency, Bitc…
Sept. 17, 2026, 10:41 a.m.