Author: NBTC

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.

AscendEX, a famous crypto exchange, has announced its exclusive partnership with Bomb Crypto, a blockchain-based play-to-earn platform. The collaboration attempts to merge the attractive gameplay with blockchain technology. As per AscendEX’s official X announcement, the move creates a new platform for action game players and crypto enthusiasts. So, the joint effort will permit the players to generate crypto earnings while engaging in interactive gameplay experiences. 🥳We’re excited to partner with @BombCryptoGame Bomb Crypto is the pixel art game inspired by the Bomberman game is built on blockchain and designed for both cryptocurrency enthusiasts and action game lovers🚀Stay tuned for more…

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A notable dispute is unfolding in the cryptocurrency market between two major decentralized exchange protocols. Curve Finance has accused rival platform PancakeSwap of illegally copying its software code. In a statement released by Curve Finance, it was alleged that PancakeSwap’s newly introduced StableSwap infrastructure uses Curve’s code without a license, constituting a license violation. The protocol made the following statement via social media: “Dear PancakeSwap, it appears you have copied our code without our permission. This is a license infringement. This is not only illegal, but it has generally not yielded good results for those who have chosen this path…

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Ethereum price is up about 3.4% in the past 24 hours, continuing a rebound signal that first appeared on technical charts yesterday. But this recovery may be more than a simple bounce. A deeper look shows a quiet positioning shift that many traders might have missed. Ethereum whales have been aggressively accumulating during the recent crash, even as leverage collapsed and fear dominated the market. Ethereum Whales Added 9 Million $ETH Even as Price Crashed and Leverage Collapsed Ethereum’s recent crash wiped out both price and leverage. Between January 27 and February 6, the Ethereum price fell about 43%. During…

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SpaceX is preparing to confidentially file for an initial public offering as soon as next month, positioning Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite company for what could become the largest IPO in history. The Starbase, Texas based firm is expected to submit a draft registration to the US Securities and Exchange Commission in March, keeping it on track for a potential June listing. A confidential filing would allow SpaceX to work through regulatory feedback before publicly releasing financial details. According to a Bloomberg report, SpaceX could pursue a valuation exceeding $1.75 trillion in the IPO. That marks a dramatic rise from…

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The SEC is signaling a shift towards a more supportive regulatory approach for crypto after Chair Paul Atkins acknowledged past missed opportunities. At the same time, Bitcoin is trading near $67,000, highlighting how shifting U.S. policy sentiment could strengthen market confidence and accelerate institutional adoption. Speaking at recent policy discussions and briefings, Atkins criticized the regulatory approach taken under former SEC Chair Gary Gensler during a fireside chat, noting that the agency previously relied heavily on enforcement-driven oversight. The agency said that much of the crypto should be treated as securities. It brought several cases against crypto companies, most of…

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After a turbulent February, which ended this Saturday with a series of unsatisfactory monthly closes for many cryptocurrencies in double-digit percentage losses, Shiba Inu ($SHIB) found itself in an interesting spot as top Binance users split almost 50/50 equilibrium on what awaits this token next. Why whales are unsure about Shiba Inu ($SHIB) According to data from Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, the top traders on the platform — defined as the top 20 users with the highest margin balances — currently show a parity in their positioning. Specifically, 48.92% hold short positions, while 51.08% hold long positions. This…

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ANZ Bank, ChinaAMC, and Fidelity have completed a cross-border settlement pilot using Chainlink infrastructure. The pilot was organized by Hong Kong’s central bank to test automated compliance and atomic payments. American asset manager Fidelity has collaborated with three global financial giants on a cross-border settlement pilot program in Hong Kong. The pilot used Chainlink infrastructure for secure digital asset movement, atomic settlement and automated compliance. According to the announcement, the pilot brought together payments giant Visa, New Zealand’s largest lender ANZ Bank and the Hong Kong arm of ChinaAMC, one of the region’s largest asset management companies. It was conducted…

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Cracks in the global private credit market are rattling investors, raising concerns the stress could spill into crypto markets. Bloomberg reported Friday that BlackRock’s $26 billion private credit fund has begun limiting withdrawals amid rising redemption requests. The move follows similar stress at Blue Owl, which sold $1.4 billion in loans last month to meet withdrawals and reportedly has exposure to a collapsed U.K. property lender. Shares of major asset managers including BlackRock (BLK), Apollo Global Management (APO), Ares Management (ARES) and KKR slid 4%-6% Friday, extending their 2026 rout. Read more: Blue Owl liquidity crisis has investors bracing for…

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Ethereum ($ETH) is stabilising near $1,800–$1,900 after a prolonged sell-off. Whale accumulation and falling leverage hint at reduced downside risk. Strong fundamentals support a potential shift from decline to consolidation. Ethereum ($ETH) is showing early signs of stabilisation after weeks of steady downside pressure. The price has been trading near the $1,800–$1,900 zone, an area that has repeatedly acted as support during recent sell-offs. This level matters because it reflects a point where sellers appear to be losing momentum. The broader market context remains cautious, but Ethereum’s behaviour suggests the panic phase may be fading. Over the past month, $ETH…

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Crypto investment firm Paradigm is seeking to raise $1.5 billion for a new fund that will invest in companies in AI, robotics and other frontier technologies, according to the Wall Street Journal. Paradigm will continue to invest in crypto companies, according to sources familiar with the situation, but it will use its existing technical investment team to look at deals in frontier tech companies, they said. San Francisco–based Paradigm has $12.7 billion in assets under management, according to the latest regulatory filings. It launched its flagship $2.5 billion fund in November 2021, which was the largest crypto fund in history…

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