Bitcoin Reclaims $81,000 as Fed Rate‑Hike Odds Diminish, Zcash Surges 15%

Bitcoin reclaimed the $81,000 level on Friday as market participants reduced expectations for a September Federal Reserve rate increase, treating the outcome as a near‑coin‑flip. The broader crypto market followed suit, with every major token posting gains.

Bitcoin rebounds above $81,000

After a period of volatility, Bitcoin rose back above the $81,000 mark, reflecting the shift in sentiment around the upcoming Fed decision.

Zcash leads with a 15% rally

Zcash posted the strongest performance among the major tokens, jumping roughly 15% on the day.

Market outlook

Despite the daily gains, most major cryptocurrencies showed little change on the weekly chart, indicating that the recent price moves are largely tied to short‑term expectations surrounding the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting.