Fed Keeps Rates Steady, Leaves Hike Options Open for September

The Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.50%-3.75% had little impact on Bitcoin, which traded near $64,000 following the announcement.

While markets expected a steady rate, policymakers struck a more hawkish tone, with three FOMC members voting for an immediate increase.

Chair Kevin Warsh declined to rule out another hike in September, keeping pressure on risk assets and maintaining uncertainty around Bitcoin's near-term outlook.