Bitcoin traded at $77,045.7, up 0.2%, staying near $77k as investors await the Fed’s policy decision.
Markets expect the Fed to keep rates unchanged, but will scrutinize guidance amid rising oil prices above $110 per barrel.
President Trump has directed preparations for a prolonged Iran blockade after rejecting a three‑step proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Crypto liquidations exceeded $290 million in the past day; altcoins were subdued with Ethereum at $2,325.92 and Dogecoin up 2.7%.