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The Week That Was
Executive Summary
Between May 18 and May 23, 2026, the digital asset market experienced a period of significant price contraction and structural maturation. Bitcoin (BTC) valuation declined from a high near $78,520 to test critical support levels around $74,209, driven by a convergence of geopolitical instability in the Middle East and a restrictive macroeconomic environment in the United States.
A military drone strike on a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates triggered a surge in crude oil prices ($111+ per barrel), fueling inflation concerns and pushing the 10-year Treasury…
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