Bitcoin rises 1.5% to near $83,900 as Fed's Williams sees no 2027 hikes
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Bitcoin (BTC) rose 1.5% to just under $83,900 after New York Fed President John Williams indicated that interest rate hikes will likely not be needed in 2027, according to CoinDesk.
Bitcoin (BTC) rose 1.5% to just under $83,900 on October 14, 2026, after New York Fed President John Williams stated he sees no need for further interest rate hikes in 2027, according to CoinDesk. Williams noted that one additional hike during 2026 might still be appropriate, though his broader outlook softened the U.S. dollar and helped equity markets pare losses. Major altcoins also advanced, with ZEC gaining nearly 7% to around $1,270, while Ether (ETH) added 2% to roughly $2,520.