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NBTC is the editorial account for NBTC News, covering Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, blockchain infrastructure, exchanges, mining, regulation and digital asset markets. The editorial team focuses on clear sourcing, timely updates and practical context for crypto readers.

The crypto world just witnessed one of its boldest announcements yet. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang revealed a partnership that pushes mining far beyond Earth. This move introduces a concept that feels straight out of science fiction. Yet it now stands as a serious innovation roadmap. Bitcoin space mining now enters mainstream discussion. The idea focuses on using interstellar radiation as an energy source. This approach could solve one of crypto’s biggest challenges, energy consumption. Instead of relying on Earth’s limited resources, companies now explore cosmic power. The announcement has sparked excitement across both tech and crypto communities. Many experts see…

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Market conditions remain challenging in crypto as opensea token delays reshape expectations for the 2026 $NFT airdrop cycle ahead. Investors tracking the evolving opensea token narrative will now have to wait longer after the marketplace quietly pushed back its long-awaited launch. OpenSea postpones SEA drop amid rough crypto backdrop $NFT marketplace OpenSea has delayed its long-awaited SEA token, with CEO Devin Finzer blaming what he called “challenging” market conditions. The token was initially scheduled to go live on March 30, but the platform has not yet provided a new release date, raising fresh questions about the broader crypto environment. “A…

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Ethereum shows strength as bulls maintain control despite selling pressure, with momentum holding while price tests resistance. Notably, Ethereum ($ETH) trades around $2,324.43, up 3.2% over the past 24 hours, after moving within a $2,242.08 to $2,377.64 intraday range. The chart shows $ETH building steady upward momentum through most of the session, climbing from the low $2,240s to a peak near $2,375 before pulling back. Even with that retracement, price has remained well above the day’s low, which suggests buyers are still defending the broader move. In the near term, $2,375–$2,380 stands out as the immediate resistance zone, while $2,300–$2,325…

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has revealed that roughly 50% of major financial institutions are now leaning into crypto. Speaking during a recent analyst AMA, Armstrong highlighted that regulatory clarity and partnerships with top banks are encouraging traditional finance to explore digital assets. This development signals growing momentum for institutional adoption in the crypto market. 💥BREAKING:🇺🇸 COINBASE CEO: ABOUT 50% OF BIG FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ARE NOW LEANING INTO CRYPTO. pic.twitter.com/nZP2Mzl6gc — STEPH IS CRYPTO (@Steph_iscrypto) February 18, 2026 Institutional Adoption Gains Momentum Armstrong explained that about half of big financial institutions are actively participating in crypto initiatives. This includes collaborations with…

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Coinbase Global’s board of directors, including CEO Brian Armstrong, is currently facing a major shareholder derivative lawsuit. The complaint alleges that the executives and directors of the American crypto behemoth violated federal securities laws by issuing false or misleading public statements from April 14, 2021 through June 5, 2023. The plaintiff lawyers are suing the executives on behalf of Coinbase itself since this is a “derivative” action, as explained by Consensys lawyer Bill Hughes. If the lawsuit is successful, any monetary damages recovered would be paid back to the corporate treasury. Misleading statements and risky listings The complaint alleges that…

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Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance has announced it will launch a new index-based perpetual futures contract through its derivatives trading platform. According to the exchange’s announcement, the USDⓈ-margin index perpetual contract named EWYUSDT will begin trading on Binance Futures on March 16, 2026, at 16:30. The new agreement will be based on the iShares MSCI South Korea ETF index, which offers investors indirect exposure to the South Korean equity market. This ETF tracks the market capitalization-weighted performance of large and medium-sized South Korean companies and is traded on the NYSE Arca in the US under the ticker symbol EWY. According to…

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Bitcoin’s hash rate is tumbling as the Middle East conflict drives up energy prices, adding pressure to the mining sector and broader market.The drop in hash rate is likely tied to geopolitical tensions due to the war against Iran and surge in oil prices, given that an estimated 8% to 10% of global bitcoin mining operates in energy markets sensitive to energy costs.With hash rate down roughly 8% over the past week to 920 EH/s, the network may be entering another phase of miner capitulation. Historically, such periods have coincided with downside pressure on bitcoin’s price, which is currently trading…

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Ethereum price today Analysis: Read the latest macro-driven view on $ETH momentum across timeframes, key levels, and risk for traders. Traders face a nuanced setup as Ethereum price today grinds higher within a still-fragile long-term structure across multiple timeframes. $ETH/$USDT daily chart with EMA20, EMA50 and volume” loading=”lazy” /> $ETH/$USDT — daily chart with candlesticks, EMA20/EMA50 and volume. Daily trend: short-term bullish inside a damaged long-term structure The dominant scenario on the daily timeframe is tactically bullish but structurally fragile. $ETH is closing at $2,321.27 with the following daily levels: EMA 20: $2,103.18 EMA 50: $2,218.66 EMA 200: $2,845.71 Price…

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In a definitive move to navigate the complex 2025 regulatory landscape, blockchain innovator Plume has appointed former U.S. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) examiner Justin Vose as its new Head of Compliance. This strategic hire, announced this week, underscores the platform’s serious commitment to building a fully compliant framework for tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs). Consequently, the appointment signals a pivotal shift for the entire sector, prioritizing regulatory dialogue over disruption. Plume Compliance Hire Anchors a New Regulatory Era The appointment of Justin Vose represents more than a routine personnel change. It is a calculated strategic investment by Plume. Vose brings…

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Qatar is evacuating its Ras Laffan Industrial City — the single most important liquefied natural gas facility on the planet — after Iran threatened to strike Gulf energy infrastructure, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. If that sentence didn’t make your stomach drop, here’s some context: Ras Laffan handles roughly 77 million tonnes of LNG per year. That’s about a third of global seaborne LNG trade flowing through one coastal complex north of Doha. What we know so far Details remain thin, which is itself part of the story. The evacuation was reported by Gloria Macro, citing…

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