Author: NBTC

The global crypto market has lost more than $1 trillion in just six weeks, marking one of its sharpest downturns since October. According to analysts, the slide is not due to weak fundamentals, but heavy leverage and large institutional withdrawals. The total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies now sits about 10% below levels recorded after the $19 billion liquidation event on October 10. This decline comes despite the absence of major negative news or regulatory setbacks. Political commentary has even trended positively. For instance, just days ago, U.S. President Donald Trump said he wants the United States to become “number one…

The debate over digital assets reached a new peak as the US House pressed the Senate for swift action on the crypto market structure bill. Lawmakers demanded a vote before the end of this month as the industry waits for clear direction. The push shows how strongly leaders want new rules for a market that grows faster each year. The crypto market structure debate now shapes every sector of the digital asset space. Leaders want rules that support innovation, improve trust, and protect investors. The House wants the Senate to act now because the market moves at high speed and…

Despite the slow down in the recent price rally, Ethereum is still showing signs of strength as traders continue to show resilience amid mixed price action. On Wednesday, Dec. 11, popular crypto analyst Ali Martinez showcased data revealing that Ethereum has formed two major support walls below current price levels. ETH holders scoop heavily around $2,800 and $3,150 Martinez made the analysis as he shared Glassnode’s latest cost-basis distribution heatmap, which shows that a large number of Ethereum holders have accumulated ETH heavily around $3,150 and $2,800. Notably, the data shows that about 2.8 million ETH were accumulated at the…

Imagine owning a piece of a luxury Maldivian resort before the first brick is laid. The Trump Organization is making this possible through an innovative hotel tokenization initiative that’s capturing global attention. This groundbreaking approach allows everyday investors to participate in high-end real estate development from the earliest stages. What Exactly is Hotel Tokenization? Hotel tokenization represents a revolutionary shift in real estate investment. Instead of traditional funding methods, developers convert ownership rights into digital tokens on a blockchain. Each token corresponds to a specific share of the property. This approach democratizes luxury real estate investment, making it accessible to…

Japan’s financial regulators are preparing to move crypto asset oversight out of the country’s payments regime and into a framework designed for investment and securities markets. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) on Wednesday released a comprehensive report from the Financial System Council’s Working Group on the regulatory status of cryptocurrencies across multiple sectors. The document outlines a plan to shift the legal basis for crypto regulation from the Payment Services Act (PSA) to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA), which is the primary law regulating securities markets, issuance, trading and disclosures. “Crypto assets are increasingly being used as investment…

Ethereum price repeatedly rejects the 200 MA at $3,400, signalling strong dynamic resistance and raising the likelihood of a deeper correction toward the $2,500 support zone. Summary Two rejections from the 200 MA confirm strong dynamic resistance. $3,580 acts as the key lower-high zone aligned with the 0.618 Fibonacci. $2,500 support and Value Area Low likely to be retested if weakness persists. Ethereum (ETH) price is showing renewed weakness after a second rejection at the 200-day moving average near $3,400. This dynamic resistance remains a structural barrier preventing ETH from gaining upward momentum. With broader market conditions remaining uncertain and…

Japan’s 10-year bond yield hit 1.728%, the highest since 2008, sparking fears of tighter global liquidity affecting crypto markets. Rising Japanese yields are reversing decades of cheap yen flows, pulling over $1 trillion from U.S. Treasuries. Despite short-term volatility, Bitcoin’s fixed supply and decentralization may make it an attractive hedge. Japan’s 10-year government bond yield has jumped to 1.728%, the highest since 2008. This is raising worries that global liquidity could tighten and affect crypto markets. This “bond shock” is compounded by a contracting Japanese economy, which shrank 0.4% in Q3, hurt by tariffs, weak exports, and higher domestic spending.…

Bitcoin marketplace Paxful pleaded guilty to a three-count criminal information on Tuesday, saying in court it helped criminals move funds and profit from illegal activity including prostitution, fraud and sanctions evasion. A “criminal information” is a formal charging document used when a defendant waives indictment and agrees to plead guilty. In this case, Paxful admitted to violating the Travel Act by promoting illegal prostitution through interstate commerce, operating an unlicensed money transmitting business and failing to implement an anti-money laundering (AML) program, as required by the Bank Secrecy Act, the Department of Justice’s Eastern District of California branch announced in…

In a bold move reshaping the crypto landscape, Nasdaq-listed Thumzup has finalized its strategic acquisition of Dogehash Technologies. This pivotal deal merges social media marketing expertise with established Dogecoin and Litecoin mining operations, creating a new entity called Datacentrex. The transaction signals a significant evolution in how public companies approach cryptocurrency integration and revenue diversification. What Does the Thumzup Acquisition Mean for Investors? The completed Thumzup acquisition represents more than a simple corporate purchase. It marks a fundamental shift in business strategy. Thumzup, previously focused on social media marketing, now gains direct exposure to cryptocurrency mining revenue streams through Dogehash’s…

According to Lookonchain, a Bitcoin OG is going massively long on Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, and even increasing his bullish bet on the cryptocurrency. The long-time Bitcoin holder who has previously held an Ethereum long position is now seen increasing it. According to Lookonchain, BitcoinOG (1011short) keeps adding more to his ETH long, increasing his position to 120,094 ETH. His liquidation price is at $2,234.69, which is still far from the current ETH price of $3,193. Insane!This #BitcoinOG(1011short) keeps adding more to his $ETH long.His position has increased to 120,094 $ETH($392.5M).Liquidation price: $2,234.69https://t.co/8cChdRN8iP pic.twitter.com/CwOYfgETdO — Lookonchain (@lookonchain)…