Bitcoin Climbs Above $9,000 As Chinese Death Toll From Wuhan Virus Tops 100

Chinese authorities have confirmed a death toll of at least 106 so far from the Wuhan coronavirus, which reportedly originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan — and has already infected thousands.

Bitcoin climbing, possibly in response to the Wuhan virus fears spreading.

In the wake of this uncertainty, perhaps, and as the Chinese have now “locked down” three of their cities to prevent further infection throughout mainland China, the world’s #1 cryptocurrency Bitcoin soared back above US $9,000 on sharp trading volume, currently trading at around $9,018 per coin. Other leading crypto networks have seen fresh gains over the last several days also.

It’s worth noting that most of the people tested for possible Wuhan infection in the USA and Canada so far have come back negative — they were sick with other viruses and infections. Yet vigilance is still important and we will continue to bring you the latest news from D.C. as this disease spreads.

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