UAE Quits OPEC After 59 Years, BTC Slides Below $76K Amid Hormuz Supply Shock
The United Arab Emirates officially withdrew from OPEC and the broader OPEC+ alliance on April 28, 2026, and bitcoin fell below $76,000 within hours of the announcement. Key Takeaways: The UAE exits OPEC on May 1, 2026,...
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