Why is the crypto market going up today? (May 5)

The crypto market resumed its uptrend on Tuesday, rising 1.2% to $2.76 trillion as oil prices eased, after Iranian officials hinted at progress in U.S.-Iran peace negotiations. Summary Crypto market rises 1.2% to $2.76T as Bitcoin tops $81K; rebound triggers $225M in short liquidations. Sentiment improves as the Crypto Fear and Greed index moves to…

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US government warns of severe CopyFail bug affecting major versions of Linux

A severe security vulnerability affecting almost every version of the Linux operating system has caught defenders off-guard and scrambling to patch after security researchers publicly released exploit code that allows attackers to take complete control of vulnerable systems. The U.S. government says the bug, dubbed “CopyFail,” is now being exploited in the wild, meaning it’s being…

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Bitcoin Breaks $81,000 Behind ETF Inflows, Iran De-escalation and a Short Squeeze

Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $81,000 on May 5, 2026, its highest price since January, as multiple catalysts converged. April spot BTC ETF inflows totaled $2.44 billion, the strongest monthly figure since October 2025. Trump’s Project Freedom announcement eased Middle East tensions, sending crude futures down nearly 5%. Reclaiming Key Price Markers The move to $81,000…

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