ADA'S WILD RIDE: TRUMP'S CRYPTO RESERVE, TARIFFS, AND BITCOIN LAYER-2 PIVOT

Tina Collins

06 Mar 2025

Cryptocurrency market sees volatility, driven by President Trump’s pro-crypto stance.

Trump’s policies clash with new tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China.

Bitcoin (BTC) retests support at $78,000, then rallies over 21% to surpass $95,000.

Trump hints at creating strategic reserves for multiple digital assets, fueling market momentum.

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