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Bitcoin crossed the $120,000 level for the first time on Monday, marking a milestone for the world’s largest cryptocurrency as investors bet on long-sought policy wins for the industry this week.

Several real estate professionals said high-end buyers in New York have begun pausing their decision-making, uncertain about the potential impact of Zohran Mamdani’s proposed policies.

Republicans have until Friday to deliver on President Donald Trump’s rescissions request as they also try to salvage ...