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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.

The Numbers In the last 24 hours, trading activity around Coinbase has been notably quiet, with no reported volume, indicating potential consolidation in the market. Despite this, the news of the CFTC registration is expected to attract interest from institutional players, which could shift the trading landscape as regulatory clarity continues to improve. The current price of Coinbase remains stable amid ongoing discussions around stablecoin regulations and banking partnerships. Coinbase is a leading cryptocurrency exchange that plays a significant role in facilitating digital asset trading and related services. The CFTC has jurisdiction over derivatives and commodities, which includes overseeing contracts…

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According to the experienced investor, global liquidity is one of the most important variables for Bitcoin. Jackson argued that investors should focus specifically on liquidity conditions and macroeconomic developments rather than getting lost among numerous market indicators. While acknowledging the importance of ETF inflows, Jackson stated that they are not the sole factor determining price direction. Highlighting Bitcoin’s strong recovery in August, Jackson noted that in the past, once Bitcoin started moving in a certain direction, it was able to maintain that trend for months. Believing that Bitcoin, after falling from its peak of around $126,000 last year to $58,000,…

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The London Stock Exchange is now exploring how to bring shares onto blockchain networks while preserving shareholder rights. Its Sep. 1 announcement with Payward describes a structure still under assessment and subject to regulatory approval. Separately, it plans to list xStocks on its LSE 24 venue in 2027, also subject to approval. Those projects pursue different versions of access. One aims to preserve the relationship between investors and the companies they own, while the other wants to give a separate stock-linked product another place to trade. The effects this could have reach beyond paperwork to what kind of market tokenization…

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The Numbers The current regulatory environment for stablecoins is becoming increasingly favorable, with the recent endorsement from Stand With Crypto indicating a commitment to ongoing progress. As the broader crypto market reflects mixed signals, the establishment of a federal framework may encourage more stablecoin innovations and integrations. This evolving situation is crucial for the future stability and acceptance of digital currencies within traditional finance. Stablecoins serve as a bridge between traditional currencies and the cryptocurrency ecosystem, providing a stable medium for transactions. Regulators have a vested interest in overseeing this space to ensure consumer protection and financial integrity, making the…

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Papertrade drew a report of roughly $3 billion in open interest within its first hour of trading on Oct. 10, bringing leveraged positions to its HyperEVM exchange where traders’ losses fund payments to winners. Josh Ong reported the figure at 10:51 a.m. ET, following the venue’s scheduled 10 a.m. opening. The total remains a reported figure, rather than an independently verified onchain measurement. DefiLlama recorded $137.1 million in total value locked at 10:08 a.m. ET. Its methodology combines customers’ trading balances with the protocol-owned pool that takes the other side of positions. That total is therefore not a reserve available…

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Bitcoin hash rate has stabilized pic.twitter.com/9uIXjuTcdL — Zach Pandl (@LowBeta) October 14, 2026 Operational factors behind the mining contraction The loss of installed capacity was primarily driven by margin compression following the price pullback from its October 2025 highs. An industry source stated in September 2026 that computing power retreated from 1,160 exahashes per second (EH/s) to 850 EH/s in the first week of February 2026. This shift represented a 26.72% drop over the analyzed period. The report attributes this hardware disconnection to three concurrent variables: depressed spot prices, elevated algorithmic difficulty levels, and low transaction fee volume on the…

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What the Data Shows Currently, Bitcoin’s market dynamics are under scrutiny as various developments unfold. The broader cryptocurrency market is showing mixed signals, with some assets gaining traction while others lag. Recent discussions around Bitcoin’s utility in light of the new privacy features have ignited interest among traders and investors alike. As this proposal gains traction, it could influence investment strategies and market sentiment moving forward. Bitcoin serves as a decentralized digital currency that relies on blockchain technology for secure transactions. The emergence of privacy concerns has prompted discussions around enhancing Bitcoin’s transactional confidentiality. Regulatory bodies are increasingly focused on…

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October 7: Legal completion of the merger between Evernorth and Armada II. October 8: Nasdaq trading opens and shares of XRPN begin trading. Many treasuries are built to sit still. Ours is intended to be actively managed. Shareholders have now backed that vision. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. This content may contain forward-looking statements that involve… https://t.co/4450oTe34Z — Asheesh Birla | CEO at Evernorth (@ashgoblue) October 1, 2026 Documents filed with the SEC reveal the new issuer’s substantial financial foundation. Evernorth is heading for its listing with approximately 473 million $XRP on…

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The Digital Chamber has filed a motion to fast-track a ruling against Illinois’ discriminatory digital asset tax. This legal challenge, initiated in July, aims to overturn a tax deemed unfair to digital assets. The outcome could significantly impact the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies like Solana, especially with a ruling expected by March 1, 2027. Breaking It Down The Digital Chamber, alongside the Illinois Blockchain Alliance, is actively challenging a digital asset tax imposed by the state of Illinois. Their recent motion seeks to expedite the ruling process, indicating a growing push against regulations perceived as discriminatory. The enforcement of this…

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But he was clear about one important thing. If Bitcoin breaks clearly below the $83,000 area, not just a brief dip, but a real, confirmed break, that would shift attention down to the next support zone instead. Why This Isn’t Quite “Altcoin Season” Yet Even though some altcoins are performing really well right now, the analyst says it’s too early to call this a full-blown altcoin season. He’s watching something called Bitcoin dominance, basically how much of the total crypto market Bitcoin takes up compared to altcoins. Right now, that number is stuck moving sideways in a range, not clearly…

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