Why was Bitcoin up on Aug 8, 2026, 9:58 PM UTC?

Bitcoin is essentially flat over the past 24 hours (+0.11%), with minimal short-term movement (-0.03% in 15min, -0.08% in 1h). The news mix is moderately bullish (institutional inflows expected, regulatory clarity progressing) but offset by some friction (Russia restrictions, Brazil delays, controversial fork), suggesting these factors are currently canceling each other out rather than driving price action.