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.
Ethereum price started a fresh increase above $3,350. ETH is now correcting gains from $3,450 and might decline further below $3,200. Ethereum started a downside correction from the $3,450 zone. The price is trading near $3,200 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $3,240 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could continue to move down if it settles below the $3,200 zone. Ethereum Price Declines Heavily Ethereum price managed to stay above $3,200 and started a fresh increase, beating Bitcoin. ETH price gained…
The crypto market’s sustained downturn since mid-October has had a deep impact on digital asset treasury stocks and their holdings, with its latest slump triggering nearly $1 billion in liquidations in an hour as Bitcoin dipped below $82,000 Friday morning. The crypto market decline has had a two-fold impact on digital asset treasuries. The stock price of these major public companies has tanked as sentiment declines. Additionally, the unrealized losses from holding crypto have skyrocketed. The stock price of Strategy, the company that invented the digital asset treasury playbook, has spiraled over the past year. Still, its crypto hoard is…
Caroline Pham, Acting Chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has taken a historic step toward expanding the use of digital assets in derivatives markets. Pham announced the new Digital Asset Collateral Pilot Program, which allows digital assets like BTC, ETH, and USDC to be used as collateral. New regulatory guidance for tokenized collateral was published under the program, and Staff Advisory 20-34, which contained outdated regulations related to digital assets, was repealed. According to the CFTC’s statement, this move is a continuation of Chairman Pham’s tokenized collateral initiative launched in September and is considered a key part…
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the US, has made a revolutionary new announcement. Accordingly, Coinbase announced that it is expanding Solana support, enabling trading of all Solana (SOL)-based tokens on the DEX without requiring listing. At its ‘Breakpoint 2025’ event held at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, Coinbase introduced ‘On-Chain Trading,’ a feature that allows new tokens created on the Solana network to be traded instantly without the need for a separate listing process. Accordingly, Coinbase is rolling out a new feature that allows users to buy and sell any Solana-based token directly through a decentralized exchange (DEX)…
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Big Bull Tom Lee Shares New Predictions for Bitcoin and Ethereum Prices – “Everyone Expects a Drop, But…”
Tom Lee, co-founder of Fundstrat and head of Bitmine, known for his bullish pronouncements in the cryptocurrency markets, shared his personal career journey and offered noteworthy insights into Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital asset treasuries during a program he participated in. Lee presented one of the most aggressive price frameworks to date for Ethereum. Noting that the historical ETH/BTC ratio has averaged around 0.08, Lee stated, “If someone thinks Bitcoin is going to $200,000, which I do, then Ethereum simply returning to its long-term average means an ETH price of $16,000.” Lee, as a more advanced scenario, put forward the…
Japanese Bitcoin Treasury Firms Keep Beating BTC. Tax Policy Makes Outperforming U.S. Peers the Easy Part
Earlier this year, at Hong Kong’s Bitcoin Asia, there was a growing sense of frustration with Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) companies and their lagging performance against the asset they fill their coffers with. “Just buy an ETF,” is how Strive Asset Management CEO Matt Cole put it on stage during a panel at the conference. But in Japan, this isn’t the case. Indeed, DATs listed in Tokyo consistently outperform bitcoin because of the local tax treatment of equities vs. crypto. Those premiums are not random. They are an expression of Japan’s tax incentives, which punish direct crypto gains but reward…
Major U.S. banks push accusations of political de-banking, urging caution as industry concerns surge. Evidence suggests compliance, not ideology, is driving most account closures. Summary Banks insist account closures stem from AML and regulatory compliance, not political views. Crypto businesses face real de-risking pressure but not targeted ideological suppression. Lack of transparency fuels misconceptions, highlighting the need for clearer banking standards. A wave of online outrage erupted this month after allegations surfaced claiming major U.S. banks were “de-banking” customers for political reasons. The narrative quickly spread through crypto circles, amplifying fears that traditional finance was weaponizing banking access against individuals…
BitMEX has launched a redesigned mobile app that mirrors its desktop liquidity, supports 80+ derivatives contracts and spot trading, and introduces gesture-based, low-friction order execution for active crypto traders on the go. Summary The new BitMEX app offers access to over 80 derivatives markets, copy trading, bots, and fee-free crypto conversion for 30+ assets, matching desktop liquidity and engine performance. UX changes focus on fewer taps and faster reactions, adding “Swipe to Close” positions, one-swipe navigation between markets and menus, one-click fiat purchases, and streamlined KYC. The app ships with a fresh interface distinct from desktop and supports secure deposits…
In a striking move highlighting the global arms race in digital forensics, South Korean authorities have invested heavily in cryptocurrency tracking. Recent data reveals a staggering $11.3 million spent over three years on Chainalysis, a leading U.S.-based blockchain analytics firm. This massive expenditure underscores a critical shift: as crypto adoption grows, so does the state’s capability to monitor it. But what does this mean for privacy, security, and the future of digital finance? Let’s dive into the details. Why is South Korea Spending Millions on Chainalysis? South Korea boasts one of the world’s most active cryptocurrency markets. Consequently, its law…