Bitcoin Holds Between $64K–$66.8K After 13% Rebound From July Lows

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Bitcoin is trading in a narrow range between $64,000 and $66,800 following a 13% recovery from its July lows. The cryptocurrency market appears to be consolidating gains as broader macro markets provide little directional guidance. With no major catalysts driving movement, traders are largely in a wait-and-see mode. The session's notable outlier was WLFI, which posted a 12% gain, standing out amid an otherwise subdued market.

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