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cryptoneutralAbout BTCPublished May 20, 2026, 4:00 PM

Bitcoin Treads Water Near Pivotal Monthly Close as Altcoins Retreat

Bitcoin Treads Water Near Pivotal Monthly Close as Altcoins Retreat
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  • Bitcoin was little changed around $76,800 on Tuesday and ether barely moved while major altcoins extended losses after Monday's selloff.
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Bitcoin held steady in price without big swings, suggesting it may pause before its next move. Other cryptocurrencies like ether stayed flat while some smaller ones kept dropping after recent declines.

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