Bitcoin crosses $80,000 as it outperforms stocks, gold
By The BriefBrief
Bitcoin hovered around the $80,000 level Tuesday after surging last week. The rise followed Treasury Department plans to double its buyback of longer-dated Treasurys, helping bitcoin beat stocks and gold over the prior six months.
WHO:Bitcoin market
WHAT:Bitcoin hovered around the $80,000 level after a surge tied to Treasury buyback plans.
WHEN:Aug 25, 2026
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:The surge followed Treasury Department plans to double its buyback of longer-dated Treasurys.
