Bitcoin shoots to $44,000 as US inflation hits 7.8% in December

Bitcoin shoots to $44,000 as US inflation hits 7.8% in December

The United States Consumer Price Index data shows that inflation hit 7% in December 2021, climbing 0.5% month over month. Bitcoin almost reached $44,000 upon the news. The latest figures from the United States Bureau of labor statistics show that the (Consumer Price Index) CPI hit 7% in December. Bitcoin (BTC) was volatile prior to the announcement, fluctuating over $2,000 from lows of $41,000 to $43,000 on Wednesday morning. Upon release of the figures, the price continued its upward climb, touching $44,000. Prior to the announcement, Twitter was rife with speculation. According to a poll....


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