Author: NBTC

In brief 21shares launched the Strategy Yield ETN (STRC) on the London Stock Exchange, providing U.K. investors access to Strategy’s preferred shares. The ETN offers an 11.50% yield paid monthly in cash with tax deferral benefits. Strategy holds about $67 billion worth of Bitcoin and has seen surging demand for its STRC shares this year. Crypto asset manager 21Shares launched the Strategy Yield ETN (STRC) on the London Stock Exchange on Wednesday, marking its first U.K. product offering exposure to Strategy’s Bitcoin-backed preferred shares. STRC provides exchange-traded access to Stretch, a variable rate Series A perpetual preferred stock issued by…

Ripple is being viewed as a key player in the evolving push toward tokenized financial markets, as the New York Stock Exchange advances its plans to bring traditional assets onto blockchain rails. This development signals a broader shift on Wall Street, where traditional infrastructure is beginning to intersect with blockchain-driven innovation, settlement layer, and transition from legacy systems to faster and more transparent digital infrastructure. How Ripple Is Positioned At The Core Of Financial Transformation Wall Street has just surrendered to Ripple, as the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) takes a decisive step to launch the tokenized securities era. Crypto…

Crypto adoption in Morocco has reached 16% of its population despite a decade-old ban on transactions with digital assets and recently increased scrutiny. The growing popularity of coins among Moroccans seems to have finally convinced their government to prepare to abandon full restrictions in favor of regulation. Proper oversight may replace ineffective prohibition The use of cryptocurrencies has been formally banned in Morocco since late 2017, with regulators regularly reminding citizens that any transaction with the digital assets is punishable by law. At the time, the decision was justified with breaches of existing rules and lack of customer protection, risks…

Ethereum is trading at $2.32k as the first weekend of May unfolds, caught in the same technical gridlock it has been trapped in for the past three weeks. The asset is pressing against the $2.4k resistance zone with neither the conviction to break through nor the weakness to collapse below the ascending channel that has supported the recovery since February. What continues to change, however, is the on-chain picture beneath the surface. Exchange reserves have just hit another low, as the supply is being quietly withdrawn from exchanges. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart $ETH is once again testing the…

Crypto asset manager 21Shares has listed preferred shares (ticker: STRC) of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy, MSTR) on the London Stock Exchange, marking a significant expansion of digital asset-linked securities in traditional European markets. The listing, first reported by Decrypt, provides institutional and retail investors in the UK with direct access to a regulated product tied to one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin. STRC Dividend Structure and Mechanics STRC is structured as a preferred equity instrument that pays holders a monthly variable dividend targeting an annualized yield of approximately 9%. The dividend rate adjusts dynamically based on the trading price…

$HYPE token is struggling to break higher even as Hyperliquid records one of its strongest growth weeks. Open interest in commodities surged, trading activity increased, and new products were launched. However, the token remains range-bound near $40, showing limited reaction to the platform’s expansion. $HYPE Token Stalls Near $40 As of 26 March, the $HYPE token continues trading between $38 and $42 despite rising activity across Hyperliquid. The token gained nearly 50% over the past 30 days but slipped around 2% in the last week. Meanwhile, the price also remains roughly 30% below its all-time high near $59. Additionally, Hyperliquid…

Dutch users can still access crypto prediction markets despite a previous ban on market leader Polymarket. Polymarket was banned by the Dutch Gaming Authority (Ksa) in February for operating without a gambling license. However, US-based Kalshi, crypto exchange Hyperliquid and investment giant Interactive Brokers are still offering prediction markets to Dutch users, according to an investigation by Dutch financial newspaper FD. The Ksa warned that Polymarket’s ban applies to similar platforms. “Websites similar to Polymarket also fall under our supervision and can therefore be sanctioned by us,” a spokesperson reportedly said. Kalshi appears to be actively targeting the Dutch market,…

Bitmine Immersion Technologies, a crypto asset management company, continues to increase its Ethereum holdings. According to the company’s latest announcement, an additional 101,745 $ETH were purchased last week, bringing its total Ethereum holdings to approximately 5.18 million. The company’s current portfolio includes not only Ethereum but also other assets. Accordingly, Bitmine holds 200 Bitcoins, approximately $83 million worth of Eightco Holdings shares, and $200 million in investments in Beast Industries. However, Ethereum constitutes the majority of the portfolio. On the other hand, the company’s staking activities have also reached remarkable levels. Bitmine’s total staked $ETH has risen to 4,362,757. Considering…

Shares of Nvidia jumped around 5.39% to close at $207.09, bringing the chip company’s total worth back near the $5 trillion mark for the first time since geopolitical tensions sent markets tumbling earlier this year. The graphics processor manufacturer last touched this valuation level before stock prices fell during market turbulence tied to the Iran conflict in early 2026. Wednesday’s rally puts Nvidia back among a small group of companies worth $5 trillion. Nasdaq futures gained more than 1% as news emerged of progress on a peace agreement with Iran, while oil prices dropped sharply. Nvidia shares climbed over 5%…

Tron, traded on the Nasdaq exchange, continues to expand its cryptocurrency portfolio. The company announced the purchase of an additional 160,835 $TRX tokens. With this latest acquisition, the company’s total $TRX holdings have reached 688.5 million. Company management emphasized that this acquisition is part of its long-term growth strategy, stating that $TRX investments aim to increase shareholder value. The statement also indicated that regular $TRX purchases will continue in the future, and the company will continue to grow its crypto asset portfolio. Tron has also taken a significant step to increase the transparency of its digital assets. The company announced…