Oil Jumps on US-Iran Tensions as Crypto Stalls: LiquidChain Presale Nears $750,000

Thursday 7 May 2026 – Rising tensions between the US and Iran pushed oil prices higher on Thursday, sharpening market focus on the Strait of Hormuz and keeping crypto trading subdued. The broader digital asset market remained near $2.7 trillion, while Bitcoin hovered around $81,500 after a strong seven-day run.Brent crude futures rose 0.67% to $101.95 a barrel, and West Texas Intermediate gained 0.65% to $95.70 in ea…