Bitcoin near $78,000 sends HOOD, COIN, ASST higher

Crypto stocks like Strive (ASTS), Robinhood (HOOD), Coinbase (COIN) and Bitmine (BMNR) rallied in morning trade, with many registering double-digit gains. The sector surge followed Bitcoin's approach towards the $78,000 mark amid easing Middle East tensions. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits trended bullish.