Persistent ETF outflows and subdued risk engagement kept pressure on crypto prices, limiting any recovery attempts.

Japan’s 10-year government bond yield eased toward 2.24% on Friday after solid demand at recent auctions of both super long- and short-term bonds helped calm concerns over investor appetite for domestic debt, even as fiscal pressures continue to build.

U.S. 10-year Treasury yields pushed nearly five basis points higher to above 4.27%, extending the week’s advance as speculation grew that President Donald Trump could nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair, keeping rate expectations in flux.

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