Author: NBTC

The world tuned in this week as the Bank of Japan (BOJ) nudged its key short-term interest rate up by 25 basis points to 0.75%, a throwback level last seen in 1995. The central bank added that further hikes remain on the table if economic and price conditions line up with its projections. The Rate Decision: A Pillar of Global Finance Starts to Shift The BOJ’s rate hike matters to global markets because it shakes one of finance’s longest-running fixtures: Japan as the planet’s cheapest source of capital. The unanimous decision to lift rates signals a clear break from decades…

Bitcoin and altcoins, which have been struggling against sharp declines since October, experienced a slight recovery in the first days of 2026. While it remains to be seen whether this recovery will continue, analysis firm Alphractal has stated that the cryptocurrency market is structurally weak. In its latest analysis, Alphractal examined the MVRV Z-Score metric for Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, and Cardano (ADA). The analytics company MVRV stated that the Z-Score indicates structural weakness in the cryptocurrency market despite high prices. Analysts note that Bitcoin’s MVRV Z-score metric is weakening at each new peak, while Ethereum remains strong. However,…

Federal Reserve Board Member Stephen Miran made noteworthy remarks regarding the role of cryptocurrencies, and particularly stablecoins, within the global financial system. Miran stated in his remarks on the “Making Money” program that stablecoins could create a new global wave of savings that could put downward pressure on US interest rates in the long term. Referring to a speech he gave about stablecoins approximately a month ago, Miran compared these assets to the concept of “global savings abundance” defined by former FED Chairman Ben Bernanke 20-25 years ago. He recalled that during that period, Asian countries in particular channeled their…

Ethereum’s price action on the four-hour chart has drawn renewed attention as technical strength aligns with notable institutional accumulation. Market participants observed ETH stabilizing above $3,200 after recovering from late-December lows, while derivatives activity and spot flows reflected a more cautious but engaged trading environment. Together, these factors shaped expectations for Ethereum’s near-term direction and its broader positioning entering 2026. Ethereum Price Holds Structure as Momentum Improves Ethereum maintained a short-term bullish structure on the 4-hour timeframe, supported by higher lows and consistent closes above key moving averages. Besides reclaiming the 20, 50, and 100 EMAs, ETH also broke above…

The cryptocurrency sector watches closely as Bitmine (BMNR) prepares for a pivotal shareholder meeting scheduled for January 15, 2026, in Las Vegas. This gathering represents more than routine corporate procedure—it’s a defining moment that could significantly influence the company’s trajectory in the competitive blockchain mining landscape. For investors and industry observers, understanding the agenda’s implications is essential. What Makes This Bitmine Shareholder Meeting So Important? Corporate meetings often follow predictable patterns, but this Bitmine shareholder meeting carries unusual weight. The company operates in a rapidly evolving sector where strategic decisions directly impact competitive positioning and investor returns. The announced agenda…

In Brazil, cryptocurrency adoption isn’t being led by traders betting big on volatile tokens. It’s being shaped by younger, more cautious investors, often using stablecoins and tokenized bonds as a way to protect their wealth. According to new data from local cryptocurrency exchange Mercado Bitcoin, shared with CoinDesk via a report titled “Raio-X do Investidor em Ativos Digitais,” the fastest-growing cohort of the investor base this year was under 24. Participation among that age group increased 56% from the previous year, with many opting for low-volatility assets, such as stablecoins and digital fixed-income products, as their entry point, the report…

Ethereum has once again strengthened its position in global financial markets as the Ethereum market cap surpassed Netflix to reclaim its spot as the 36th-largest asset worldwide. This development reflects growing investor confidence in Ethereum’s long-term role across finance and technology. Market participants increasingly view ETH as essential digital infrastructure rather than a speculative asset. The shift highlights Ethereum’s resilience during evolving market cycles and changing capital flows. The milestone comes at a time when traditional equity valuations face pressure from slowing growth and rising competition. Netflix continues operating in a saturated streaming market with tightening margins. Ethereum, however, benefits…

Stablecoins caught their breath this week, with $823.09 million slipping out of the sector over the past seven days, nudging the total down by 0.27%. The heaviest hit came from Blackrock’s BUIDL, which logged a 6.22% trim and was bumped from the top ten stablecoins by market cap, landing at No. 12. A Few Stablecoins Play Musical Chairs At press time on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, defillama.com stats show the stablecoin sector is hovering just shy of the $310 billion threshold, clocking in at $309.294 billion. Tether ( USDT) continues to hold the crown by market cap with $186.288 billion,…

Crypto Market Rally Lifts Ethereum Higher The crypto market is starting 2026 on a strong note. $Bitcoin’s move above $90,000 has reignited bullish sentiment across the board, bringing fresh capital back into altcoins. As market confidence improves, Ethereum is once again taking a leadership role among large-cap cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin Price USD over the past week – TradingView Historically, $Ethereum tends to follow Bitcoin’s major breakouts with a slight delay — and that pattern appears to be playing out again. After weeks of consolidation, ETH is now showing renewed strength. What Happened: Ethereum Reclaims the $3,200 Level Ethereum spent the final…

The week of December 14-20, 2025, recorded $335.1 million in crypto VC funding across 18 projects. As per the data, RedotPay’s $107 million Series B round led a year-end funding period. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of this week’s crypto funding activity as per Cryptofundraising data: RedotPay Raised $107 million in a Series B round RedotPay is a Hong Kong-based stablecoin payment fintech firm Investment was backed by Goodwater Capital, Pantera, and Blockchain Capital The project has raised $194 million so far Thrilled to share that we’ve successfully closed our Series B funding round, a major step in our mission to…