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Bitcoin

The market is currently in Extreme Fear (F&G 8) with Bitcoin down ~13% in 7 days, largely driven by macro tightening and geopolitical uncertainty. A diplomatic breakthrough, even if preliminary, could shift sentiment from 'flight to safety' to 'risk-on', potentially reversing the recent altcoin underperformance as Bitcoin dominance eases. However, given Putin's lack of response and ongoing drone attacks, the market will price in a high probability of failure, limiting upside until concrete outcomes emerge.

UK, France, and Germany support Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's proposal for direct talks with Russian President Putin amid ongoing drone attacks and cross-border fire.