Bitcoin is now facing another headwind — the prospect of higher interest rates. The U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, more than double economist forecasts of 85,000. The unemployment rate came in at 4.3%, in line with expectations. Bitcoin remained lower for the session at $61,900 following the report. The U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, nearly double economists' expectations, strengthening the case for Federal Reserve rate hikes this year. The unemployment rate held steady a…
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