Ukraine crisis

Bitcoin and equities rallied late in the session, suggesting rate hikes may be mostly priced in and may not push markets down in the future

Investors are likely expecting a non-aggressive approach to interest rates following Wednesday’s change, leading to a jump in markets

Coinbase said it blocked tens of thousands of accounts linked to Russian individuals and entities suspected of “illicit” activity

Sanctions aimed at deterring further conflict between Ukraine and Russia may be undermined by crypto, Democrats said Wednesday

Cryptocurrencies have largely traded in tandem with US stocks as of late