In case you missed the memo, Bitcoin’s halving is almost here! While this is a significant event for the cryptocurrency space, keep a close eye on escalating geopolitical tensions which may heavily impact Bitcoin along with other altcoins.

Our focus falls on US crude oil which is currently hovering around levels not seen in over four months!

Even as anticipation mounts ahead of the US jobs report this afternoon (Friday 2nd February), mindful investors may be keeping tab on what’s to come in the week ahead.

Gold kicked off Monday shooting for the stars, soaring more than 3% to create a fresh all-time high above $2130 before surrendering most of those gains.