Bitcoin

Crypto is currently in an extreme‑fear regime (Fear & Greed = 10) with a 7.41% BTC rally, suggesting traders are already seeking non‑correlated assets. A sudden escalation in the Middle East could amplify macro‑inflationary pressures (oil price shock) and drive a flight‑to‑store‑value, benefiting BTC more than risk‑on altcoins. Conversely, heightened sanctions and financial crackdowns on Iran may tighten AML compliance, temporarily hurting crypto liquidity.

The US Navy torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.