Author: NBTC

Key Takeaways Monad’s blockchain launch was successful, with fast transaction processing and positive user feedback. The decision to skip an ecosystem-wide pre-deposit campaign was strategic and set Monad apart from other projects. Monad was the first to conduct a token sale on Coinbase’s new platform, marking a significant milestone. Thorough preparation and audits ensured Monad’s mainnet was ready for public launch. Exchanges operate as businesses within the crypto ecosystem, facilitating token trading. Monad’s launch strategy included a broad distribution of the $MON token through an airdrop. Decentralization is crucial for the growth and adoption of blockchain technology. The Coinbase token…

Ethereum, the second-leading cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has recorded its sixth consecutive month in the red, according to data provided by CoinGlass. The largest cryptocurrency has recorded its second-longest streak of monthly losses since 2018. Back in 2018, Ethereum suffered a brutal crash, plummeting to under $85 by December. This was due to the unwinding of initial coin offerings (ICOs), which were the main use case for the network back in the day. Hundreds of crypto startups raised tons of money by issuing their own tokens on the Ethereum network (ERC-20 tokens). However, the bubble ended up popping the following…

LONDON, UK – Financial technology leaders are raising urgent concerns about proposed stablecoin regulations that could reshape the United Kingdom’s position in global digital finance. During a pivotal hearing before the House of Lords’ Financial Services Regulation Committee, Coinbase Vice President of International Policy Tom Duff Gordon delivered a stark warning about the Bank of England’s proposed holding limits. He argued that these restrictions could undermine London’s status as a premier financial hub during the next decade of digital transformation. Stablecoin Regulations at a Critical Juncture The United Kingdom currently faces a decisive moment in cryptocurrency policy development. Financial authorities…

Global trading giant Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has begun a strategic partnership with cryptocurrency trading firm OKX to launch new tokenized stocks and crypto futures products. ICE also made a strategic investment in OKX, reflecting a valuation of $25 billion, according to a press release. The terms of the investment were not disclosed. The deal will see the New York Stock Exchange owner license OKX’s spot crypto prices for crypto futures products, and OKX offer ICE futures and tokenized equities, the companies said on Thursday. Alongside the investment, ICE will have a board seat on OKX’s board of directors and establish…

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin said that an AI-powered “vibe coding” approach could complete Ethereum’s 2030 roadmap much faster and more securely than expected. Speaking on the X platform, Buterin stated that developers should be open to this possibility. Buterin’s remarks came after an anonymous developer, YQ, claimed that Ethereum’s long-term technical roadmap could be implemented in just two weeks using “vibe coding.” Vibe coding is described as a new software development approach based on rapid prototyping and code generation, heavily utilizing artificial intelligence tools. Buterin acknowledged that a system built without the Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIP) process could have significant…

Kraken’s newly granted access to a Fed master account brings Bitcoin closer to mainstream banking, said Senator Cynthia Lummis, a known Bitcoin proponent, in a Wednesday interview with CNBC. The senator predicted that the development would accelerate convergence between traditional banks and crypto firms, enabling financial institutions to eventually offer both dollar-based and digital asset services under one roof. “The Fed finally recognized the importance of this asset embedded in the US and can now use safety and soundness standards apply them to digital asset financial institutions like Kraken and have partial access to the Fed, which allows them to…

Key takeaways AI agents have a unique edge in committing cybercrimes compared to humans. The usability challenges in crypto might stem from the technology itself, not just user error. Smart contracts cannot fully replace legal contracts, as legal agreements remain essential. Legal contracts are unpredictable, while smart contracts offer deterministic outcomes. Current blockchain interactions are not intuitive for human users. Human-driven crypto transactions may soon be considered outdated and insecure. AI can enhance transaction security by minimizing human errors. AI is expected to automate transaction approvals and risk management in DeFi. Automation by AI will disrupt traditional marketing strategies in…

Ethereum trades below major EMAs as opposing liquidation clusters near $1,950 and $2,100 signal rising volatility risk. Ethereum ($ETH) is trading near $1,936, down over 3% on the day after sliding from the $1,990 area and struggling to regain the $1,960–$1,980 zone. The pullback reflects persistent intraday selling pressure, with price hovering in the low $1,930s as resistance continues to cap upside attempts. Derivatives activity remains dominant, with $50.39 billion in 24-hour futures volume compared to $3.47 billion in spot volume, underscoring heavy speculative participation. Across different timeframes, performance remains under strain. $ETH is down 3.40% over 24 hours and…

Leo KoGuan, the founder of global IT solutions firm SHI International and one of Tesla’s largest individual shareholders, disclosed today that he acquired one million shares of Nvidia on Tuesday. I was all-in-Tesla; I am still mostly in Tesla + T-bills I bought 1 million shares of NVDA last night; plan to buy more. I am convinced AI is NOT a bubble, it is only the beginning. AI is the heart of KQID time engine. KQID is AGI. KQID is Singularity. — KoGuan Leo (@KoguanLeo) March 4, 2026 The billionaire investor told Bloomberg that he intends to purchase one million…

Doing More with Less on Crypto Regulation This column has discussed the current US administration’s infatuation with cryptocurrency at various points over the last nine months, noting how every pronouncement from the government and regulators has included gushing praise for Trump’s efforts to make the country the most crypto-friendly jurisdiction on the planet. One of the regular lines is that the US has become the safest and easiest place in the world to trade digital assets. But recent events at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission should not fill investors with confidence. The head of the CFTC has confirmed that the…