Cryptocurrency Market: Bitcoin Prices and Key News

Today, major altcoins are trading in negative territory, showing reduced market activity. Bitcoin is holding around $81,699, with its dominance reaching 60.49%. Ethereum is also showing dynamics around $2,403 per coin.

The Fear and Greed Index stands at 48 points, corresponding to a neutral market phase. Traders are monitoring the situation, awaiting further developments in the digital assets sector.

Significant changes are occurring in the artificial intelligence and blockchain sectors, impacting global markets. Major technology companies and investment funds are revising their strategies for interacting with users.

Key events of the day include the following facts:

• ChatGPT and Claude services may completely block access for users from Russia
• a16z Fund plans to remove the word 'Crypto' from the name of its main blockchain fund
• Experts discuss the possibility of Russia using cryptocurrencies to bypass Western sanctions