Author: NBTC

Crypto mining is the foundation upon which the infrastructure of decentralized finance is built—but it has a high barrier to entry, requiring specialist equipment and technical expertise. That runs counter to the whole ethos of crypto, according to DeFi project Tari—so for its own layer-1 blockchain, it’s developed a mining infrastructure that runs on any computer, and lets you start earning cryptocurrency in less than a minute using its Tari Universe software. “We actually clock at around 45 seconds,” Tari contributor Naveen Jain told Decrypt. “So within 45 seconds after running the app, you are mining with both your CPU…

According to the latest market data from rwa.xyz, tokenized U.S. Treasury funds have attracted approximately $770 million in new inflows over the past 11 days — signaling growing investor confidence in digital real-world asset (RWA) products. Investor Demand for Tokenized Treasury Funds Hits Record Levels in 2025 In 2025, tokenized treasuries have rapidly emerged as one of the most talked-about innovations in digital finance. These onchain instruments represent real-world U.S. Treasury securities issued and traded through blockchain networks, offering investors faster settlement, transparent ownership, and programmable yield access. By bridging traditional finance (TradFi) with decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenized treasuries are…

Europe’s regulated stablecoin ecosystem is expanding under MiCA, with new issuers and compliant digital money gaining traction across the region. How are licensed stablecoin issuers expanding across Europe? What does MiCA mean for euro and dollar stablecoin issuers? Why are asset referenced tokens still missing under MiCA? How mature is the MiCA stablecoin landscape today? How are licensed stablecoin issuers expanding across Europe? The core of the EU’s MiCA framework is clear: it sets strict rules for stablecoins in Europe, legally defined as electronic money tokens, or EMTs. These are digital coins backed 1:1 by a single fiat currency, such…

The Reserve Bank of India will begin a pilot on tokenized certificates of deposit on Wednesday, according to information shared by the central bank at an event in Mumbai on Tuesday. The plan is to use the wholesale segment of its central bank digital currency (CBDC) to issue and settle these instruments. Chief General Manager Suvendu Pati confirmed that the RBI is working with “a few banks” on the project and explained that the goal is to explore how blockchain-based crypto tokens can streamline traditional money market operations. Pati said, “From a regulatory standpoint for tokenisation of an underlying asset,…

A Hong Kong national has pleaded guilty to an elaborate attack involving breaking and entering, unlawful confinement, and sexual assault in an attempt to steal digital assets. As a result of the plea, the suspect, who was part of the gang that carried out the act, has been sentenced to seven years in prison. According to reports, the gang robbed a B.C. cryptocurrency investor who is known for his boasts online, taking $2 million in BTC from him after subjecting his family to different kinds of attacks. These attacks included waterboarding, sexual assault, and death threats. The gang came in…

According to CryptoSlam data, NFT sales volume has dropped by 4.97% to $72.53 million, down from last week’s $79.31 million. Summary NFT sales dropped 4.97% to $72.53M while buyers surged 77% to over 293,000. Sellers jumped 106% to 284,166 as total NFT transactions declined 12.67%. Crypto market weakness hit NFTs as Bitcoin fell to $84K and ETH lost $2,800. Market participation has surged, with NFT buyers climbing by 77.11% to 293,459 and sellers jumping by 106.26% to 284,166. NFT transactions fell by 12.67% to 940,416. This drop in NFT market performance happens as crypto prices have gone down. Bitcoin (BTC)…

London’s silver market erupted this business week after an extraordinary short squeeze blasted prices past $50 an ounce for only the second time in history, reviving comparisons to the historic 1980 Hunt brothers fiasco that once rocked global commodities. The rally has driven benchmark prices in London to levels not seen in decades, eclipsing New York’s, and throwing the entire market into turmoil. Traders said liquidity has almost disappeared, leaving anyone short on silver scrambling to find metal and paying sky-high borrowing costs to roll positions forward. The panic has gotten so bad that some traders have begun booking space…

A former LAPD officer was denied bail on Friday after appearing in court on allegations of kidnapping and attempted theft of $350,000 in digital assets. The former LAPD officer, Eric Halem, was charged in court with his accomplice, Gabby Ben, who prosecutors alleged had ties to the Israeli Mafia. According to reports, both men were part of a six-team gang that invaded the home of a 17-year-old teenager in the Hollywood Hills with a plot to kidnap the teen. Their 17-year-old target operated a cryptocurrency business. Deputy District Attorney Jane Brownstone disclosed details of the alleged kidnapping at the bail…

Securitize is considering going public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company. The RWA tokenization firm could reach a $1B valuation following a merger with Cantor Equity Partners II Inc. Securitize, a leading blockchain company specializing in the tokenization of traditional investments, is reportedly in advanced discussions to go public through a merger with a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) launched by Cantor Fitzgerald LP. The transaction is expected to value Securitize at more than $1B. Securitize considers public listing through merger The potential merger involves Cantor Equity Partners II Inc., a blank-check company that raised $240M in May…

The Trump administration has brought greater legitimacy to the crypto and DeFi industries, and as a result, countries such as the United States, Korea, and Brazil are considering new tax regulations for crypto transactions. On Nov. 17, the White House proposed new rules from the Treasury Department, which would see the U.S. cooperate with the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), an international crypto tax agreement. CARF was formed in 2022 and already involves crypto-friendly nations such as the UAE and Japan, as well as other G8 countries, including Canada and Germany. In the United States, crypto is treated as property,…