Author: NBTC

Key Takeaways Major global banks are integrating crypto infrastructure through Coinbase. BlackRock is moving towards tokenizing its entire portfolio of funds. The Biden administration has been perceived as hostile towards the US crypto industry. Trump has been credited with supporting clear crypto regulation. Clear crypto regulations are crucial for the US to remain competitive globally. Crypto has achieved massive global adoption with over 500 million users. The Genius Act requires stablecoins to back assets with US Treasuries. Rewards programs in crypto must incentivize activities beyond holding funds. Banks are increasingly nervous about competition from tech-driven financial services. The complex relationship…

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao embraced a chance to distance himself from recent accusations against Binance that it has been involved in handling transactions that potentially enabled terrorism financing in Iran. “I have zero interest in doing that,” said the founder and former chief executive of the exchange, who agreed to leave his company under a criminal settlement with the U.S. “I live in a country that’s being attacked by Iran. Even before that, I was just not interested in that,” he said in a video appearance at the Digital Chamber’s DC Blockchain Summit on Wednesday. CZ, a resident of the United…

Binance announced it will delist eight tokens on April 1, 2026, triggering immediate double-digit losses across all affected assets. The tokens set for removal are Arena-Z (A2Z), Ampleforth Governance Token (FORTH), Hooked Protocol (HOOK), IDEX (IDEX), Loopring (LRC), Neutron (NTRN), Radiant Capital (RDNT) and Solar (SXP). Prices Crater as Traders Rush for the Exit All eight tokens plunged within minutes of the announcement. A2Z led the sell-off, dropping 16.19%. IDEX followed with a 17.64% decline, while FORTH fell 16.34% and NTRN lost 15.19%. HOOK dropped 14.16%, LRC slid 12.18% and RDNT shed 10.95%. SXP recorded the smallest decline at 8.33%,…

Key takeaways Aave’s proposal focuses on reinforcing value capture through a token-centric model. Aave Labs upgraded its integration to enhance user experience and generate sustainable revenue. The Aave protocol’s economic model ensures that borrowing activities contribute to its growth. Aave’s growth strategy involves consolidating within the DeFi space to produce high-quality products. Aave Labs aims to create a token-centric model to reduce uncertainty for token holders. Aave Labs will allocate 100% of revenue from for-profit applications to the Aave DAO. The evolution of lending protocols requires active participation for effective risk management. Static parameters in protocols can lead to inadequate…

Key Takeaways The Australian dollar is currently trading away from its fundamental value, indicating potential misalignment with economic indicators. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) targets a flexible inflation range of 2% to 3% to manage consumer price stability. Australia’s unique economic conditions during the global financial crisis influenced its approach to monetary policy, avoiding quantitative easing. The RBA has distinct liquidity facilities that operate separately from its supervisory duties, reducing the stigma of accessing these resources. Transitioning from a scarce reserves regime to a demand-driven system was necessary due to the anticipated decline in reserves. The RBA leads in…

Circle’s policy chief Dante Disparte told a United Kingdom House of Lords committee that the UK has a chance to build its crypto regime by combining the clarity of the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) with elements of the new US stablecoin framework. “The model is clear: take the best of both and make it distinctly British,” Disparte said during a Wednesday meeting of the House of Lords Financial Services Regulation Committee. “From Europe, take clarity, definitions, licensing, governance and strong consumer protection from the US and the landmark Genius Act.” Disparte argued that the absence of a…

As liquidity activity in the cryptocurrency market increases again, large-scale stablecoin inflows to the Binance exchange have attracted attention. Analyst Amr Taha, posting on the crypto analytics platform CryptoQuant, revealed that over $2.2 billion worth of Tether was deposited into the exchange in a single day. This figure represents the highest daily inflow recorded since November of last year. According to the analyst, this large inflow indicates that market liquidity, which has been stagnant for months, is beginning to revive. Taha emphasized that this development also coincides with the recent upward trend observed in the price of Bitcoin. A large…

Kalshi co-founder Tarek Mansour has called Arizona’s criminal case against the company a “total overstep,” casting the move as an attack on a federally regulated exchange rather than a standard gambling enforcement action. Mansour said the charges “have nothing to do with gambling or the merits” and argued that Arizona is trying to short-circuit a broader court fight over who controls prediction markets. Speaking to Bloomberg, he said Kalshi will continue to defend the business even as the legal battle expands. Kalshi didn’t reply to CoinDesk’s request for comments. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed 20 criminal counts against Kalshi…

S&P Dow Jones Indices announced Wednesday that it is bringing the S&P 500 to the blockchain via the Hyperliquid platform, making it easier for investors to trade the most widely tracked equity index 24 hours a day. The company said it licensed its flagship stock index to Trade[XYZ], which is launching the first officially approved S&P 500 perpetual contract on the Hyperliquid blockchain. In simple terms, this means eligible non-U.S. investors can trade the S&P 500 onchain, around the clock, without using traditional stock exchanges. Perpetual futures contracts, or “perps,” are derivative instruments without expiration dates that allow investors to…

Key Takeaways Political influence on the Fed could lead to significant policy errors. The Fed may cut rates more aggressively than currently anticipated. Forecasts should be prioritized over current data for better inflation management. The Fed’s actions impact the economy with a lag of at least a year. Current inflation focus overlooks future trends, risking policy errors. Labor market cooling is driven by demand, not supply issues. Inflation is expected to return to target levels by the second quarter. Pronounced disinflation is anticipated by 2026, surprising many. Negative rental rates will eventually lower CPI data. The US economy is experiencing…