BITCOIN BREAKS $80K AS RALLY ACCELERATES Bitcoin briefly surged above $80,000 for the first time since May, gaining more than 20% in a week. The rally is fueled by concerns over dollar debasement, inflation and government spending. Investor demand is also strengthening, with the iShares Bitcoin ETF recording six consecutive days of net inflows. Markets remain calm despite Iran tensions and U.S.-Canada trade disputes.(*Walter Bloomberg)