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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.

BitMine has disclosed one of the largest Ethereum treasuries ever recorded, 3.63 million ETH. However, its stated average purchase price of $2,840 has sparked immediate pushback from analysts who claim the math does not add up. The update is significant because BitMine is now approaching its long-stated goal of acquiring 5% of all Ethereum, a threshold that Fundstrat has dubbed the “Alchemy of 5%.” BitMine Discloses $11.2 Billion in Crypto and Cash Holdings In an update on November 24, BitMine (BMNR) reported total holdings of $11.2 billion across crypto, cash, and “moonshots.” The company holds 3,629,701 ETH, 192 BTC, a…

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The recent announcement of the Trump Administration regarding hypothetical stimulus checks to American taxpayers from tariff dividends has analysts speculating about its effects on the price of cryptocurrencies, which might be pushed up by the injection of fresh liquidity. Analysts Believe Hypothetical Trump Stimulus Might Spark Crypto Bull Run The recent announcement of President Donald Trump regarding a possible distribution of the revenues accrued from tariffs to American taxpayers has sparked talks about a possible financial bull run, including the crypto market, from financial analysts. On Thursday, during an interview with One America News Network, Trump declared that while most…

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Australia is clamping down on crypto exchanges and custody platforms with legislation that, according to the government, could unlock $24 billion in annual productivity gains while imposing multimillion-dollar penalties on firms that fail to protect client assets. The Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Bill 2025, introduced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Financial Services Minister Daniel Mulino on Wednesday, establishes Australia’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for businesses holding digital assets on behalf of customers.  The bill was introduced and read a first time on Wednesday, with the second reading moved the same day, a procedural step where Parliament debates a bill’s…

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The passage of the dYdX community’s v9.4 software upgrade represents a critical evolution in how decentralized protocols align incentives at the core layer. Introducing the Sliding Affiliate Fee Feature, dYdX is transitioning its partner program from static, protocol-heavy control to a dynamic, performance-based economic engine, a model that emphasizes efficiency and meritocracy. The Critique of the Static Tier Model Historically, affiliate rewards on decentralized exchanges often relied on fixed, ‘VIP’ tier systems. While functional, these systems proved slow and inefficient. The original dYdX VIP model required dedicated governance proposals simply to adjust or expand affiliate reward structures. This created two…

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming one of the strongest forces shaping the future of crypto. From market analysis to stronger security, AI is transforming how blockchain networks operate and how users interact with them. The question now is not if AI will reshape crypto, but how far the integration will go. Smarter Market Predictions Crypto markets move fast. AI models can process on-chain data, sentiment, and technical indicators to generate sharper trading insights. For investors, this means fewer emotional decisions and more>A New Layer of Security Blockchain security is evolving with AI. Intelligent monitoring systems can detect abnormal wallet activity,…

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The cryptocurrency market is off to a positive start this week, following last week’s massive selloff. Bitcoin reclaimed the $89k level on Monday, but has slightly dipped and now trades above $86k. Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, is trading above $2,800 per coin and could rally higher in the near term. Its recovery comes as institutional investors continue to acquire more Ether tokens. BitMine purchases more Ether coins Copy link to section Ether is up by 2% in the last 24 hours and is currently trading close to the $2,900 mark. The positive performance comes as the Ethereum…

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India will introduce a digital currency backed by the Reserve Bank of India as part of a broader strategy to discourage private cryptocurrencies lacking sovereign or asset backing, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal announced on Monday. The “RBI-guaranteed” digital currency aims to simplify transactions, reduce paper consumption, and enable faster, traceable payments compared to traditional banking systems, Goyal said during discussions in Doha on Monday, according to an ANI report.  The minister clarified that while India hasn’t imposed an outright ban on crypto without central government backing, authorities are taxing them heavily to discourage use, “because we…

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Justin Sun announced a key legal breakthrough in the $456M TUSD reserve case. A Dubai court has issued a worldwide freeze tied to the disputed funds. Cross-border investigations and recovery efforts are now accelerating. Justin Sun held a media briefing in Hong Kong today, offering his clearest update yet on the ongoing effort to recover $456 million in missing TUSD reserves. The case just reached a major legal milestone, and Sun made sure the public heard it directly from him. DIFC Court Issues Worldwide Freeze on TUSD Reserve Assets Sun confirmed that the Dubai International Financial Centre Court has imposed…

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Dunama, the operator of South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, said it may appeal a 35.2 billion-won ($25 million) fine and other sanctions imposed on Upbit by the intelligence unit of South Korea’s financial watchdog. In addition to the fine, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) imposed a three-month suspension on new customer onboarding and issued warnings to executives as it clamps down on anti-money laundering (AML) violations and know-your-customer (KYC) violations, local news service Newsis reported on Monday. “We are conducting a careful internal review, including an assessment of the accuracy of the sanction’s findings,” a Dunamu spokesperson told Coindesk via…

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Visa and AquaNow now work together to change how financial transactions move across borders. The partnership highlights a new chapter where stablecoin payments drive real change in the global payment ecosystem. The world watches closely as major companies explore blockchain to upgrade settlement speed and reliability. The move reflects the industry’s rapid shift toward digital-first solutions. Businesses want faster settlements, stronger liquidity flows, and lower friction in cross-border transfers. Visa steps into this new landscape with AquaNow to offer stablecoin payments that function with speed, accuracy, and transparency. The payment giant now signals a strong belief in blockchain as a…

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