Bitcoin Price Surges as Markets View Cryptocurrencies as a Safe Bet During Fed Powell Investigation.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 12 2026
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Source: Barron's
- Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Performance: Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced an increase in value on Monday.
- Impact of Investigation: The rise in digital assets occurred despite a Department of Justice investigation involving Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
