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.

The cryptocurrency market has staged a significant comeback today, February 25, 2026, with Ethereum ($ETH) leading the charge among major altcoins. After a grueling period of volatility driven by tariff fears and geopolitical tensions, the Ethereum price surged by over 10% within 24 hours, reclaiming the psychological $2,000 mark. Ethereum USD Chart This rebound comes as a breath of fresh air for investors who saw $ETH slide toward the $1,740 support zone earlier this week. The global crypto market capitalization has followed suit, rising 3% to approximately $2.25 trillion. Why is the Crypto Market Up Today? Several macro and industry-specific…

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According to a report by Lemon, an Argentina-based crypto exchange, Latin America increased its crypto user base at a rapid pace in 2025, growing adoption three times faster than the U.S. In total, the region’s users grew by almost by 20%, with Brazil leading in volumes and Argentina in active users. Lemon: Latin America Keeps Growing Its Crypto User Base at an Accelerated Pace Latin America, a region known for its high crypto adoption, registered strong growth in its user base in 2025. According to Lemon, a cryptocurrency exchange with over 5.5 million users in the region, Latin America’s growth…

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The CFTC announced Monday that its enforcement division, which has endured heavy cuts in the last year, will be led by a white-collar defense attorney with extensive experience representing crypto industry clients. The attorney, David Miller, was most recently a litigation partner at multinational law firm Greenberg Traurig, where he represented crypto-focused clients on matters related to commodities and securities regulation. Miller previously served as a federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, and, before that, as a CIA lawyer. He was also a consultant on the Wall Street-focused television drama Billions.  “[Miller has] a proven track…

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Binance announced that it will be introducing new trading pairs on its Spot platform to expand trading options and improve user experience. According to the announcement, the $AVAX/U, $LINK/U, $LTC/U, $PAXG/U, and $ZEC/U pairs will be available for trading starting March 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM. In the new pairs, Avalanche ($AVAX), Chainlink ($LINK), Litecoin ($LTC), Pax Gold ($PAXG), and Zcash ($ZEC) tokens can be bought and sold in exchange for “U”. This will give users more trading options for these assets. Binance will also activate its Trading Bots services for the relevant pairs from the same date and time.…

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Key Takeaways 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year for DeFi vaults, with significant growth anticipated. The infrastructure for DeFi vaults is now in place, setting the stage for rapid expansion. Vaults are a layer on top of DeFi that allow institutions to package financial products with compliance and risk controls. Liquidity and yield are fundamentally tied in DeFi, impacting user experience and product design. The trend in DeFi is moving towards more flexible, multi-protocol, and multi-chain solutions. The superpower of beta lies in its multi-protocol, multi-chain approach, enhancing simplicity and aggregation. Traditional asset managers will enter the DeFi…

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Disclaimer: This is not investment advice. The information provided is for general purposes only. No information, materials, services and other content provided on this page constitute a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or any financial, investment, or other advice. Seek independent professional consultation in the form of legal, financial, and fiscal advice before making any investment decision. Ethereum is up 9.14% today against the US Dollar $ETH/$BTC increased by 3.81% today Ethereum is currently trading 9.09% below our prediction on Mar 03, 2026 Ethereum dropped -29.89% in the last month and is down -17.33% since 1 year ago $ETH price is expected…

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Gold pricing shifts onto blockchain networks once US futures markets close for the weekend, according to Iggy Ioppe, former chief investment officer at Credit Suisse and now chief investment officer (CIO) at liquidity infrastructure firm Theo. CME gold futures stop trading at 5:00 pm ET on Friday and reopen at 6:00 pm ET on Sunday. During that interval, regulated futures markets are inactive and most remaining activity occurs through private over-the-counter deals in Asia that are not publicly reported. As a result, tokenized gold assets such as PAX Gold ($PAXG) and Tether Gold (XAUt) become the only continuously available trading…

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The White House’s self-imposed deadline for banks and crypto to resolve their stablecoin standoff has come and gone. With no deal in sight, trillions in institutional capital now hang in the balance. Why it matters: Stablecoin legislation is widely seen as the gateway to mainstream crypto adoption in the US. Without it, regulatory uncertainty persists, enforcement risk rises, and innovation continues migrating to friendlier jurisdictions in Europe and Asia. The details: The March 1 deadline set by White House Crypto Council Executive Director Patrick Witt has passed without a compromise on stablecoin yield. Crypto firms are pushing for the legal…

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Binance has announced a significant change to its margin trading. According to the exchange’s statement, some cross and isolated margin trading pairs will be removed from the platform as of March 5, 2026, at 09:00. Cross-margin trading pairs to be delisted include $CHZ/$BTC, $CAKE/$BTC, $ENA/$BTC, UNI/ETH, $CRV/$BTC, $INJ/$BTC, and $XTZ/$BTC. On the isolated margin side, FET/$BTC, OP/$BTC, PAXG/$BTC, as well as $CHZ/$BTC, $CAKE/$BTC, $ENA/$BTC, $CRV/$BTC, $INJ/$BTC, and $XTZ/$BTC will be delisted. According to the announcement, effective from now on, users will no longer be able to transfer assets in these currency pairs to isolated margin accounts via manual transfer or…

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Key takeaways Bitcoin is being compared to gold and silver in terms of market behavior, indicating its potential as a stable asset. Tether’s investment in gold over fiat or treasury securities suggests a belief in gold’s superior returns. Gold’s valuation could be significantly higher if aligned with overall monetary aggregates. China’s preference for silver over gold is rooted in historical perspectives on monetary value. The silver to gold ratio is expected to decrease, indicating potential changes in market dynamics. Increased reserve requirements at the CME could boost silver market volatility. Rumors of silver scarcity due to Chinese export restrictions are…

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