Author: NBTC

Chainlink’s decentralized oracle network enables smart contracts to access off-chain data, making it indispensable for Web3 applications, much like Cisco’s routers and switches powered internet connectivity. Its technology is integral to leading DeFi projects like Aave and Uniswap, underscoring its role in scaling decentralized applications. Chainlink (LINK) is increasingly compared to Cisco, the networking giant that laid the foundation for the internet in the 1990s. In this way, it is positioning itself as a cornerstone of blockchain technology, providing critical infrastructure and enabling Web3 development. Here’s why industry experts think Chainlink mirrors Cisco’s transformative role in the early internet era.…

Key highlights: Orderly’s liquidity infrastructure is now integrated with Monad, allowing projects within the ecosystem to access deep liquidity on demand. The integration enables developers to leverage a unified order book and SDK, connecting with top market makers like Wintermute and Selini. Monad’s high-performance EVM Layer 1 blockchain ensures fast, efficient transactions for DeFi applications built on its network. Improving liquidity access for decentralized finance Orderly, a permissionless liquidity layer that provides deep liquidity across multiple blockchains, has integrated its omnichain infrastructure with Monad, a high-performance EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain. This integration allows projects building on Monad, including decentralized exchanges…

After breaking past $100,000 in December — something the crypto market had been drooling over for years — Bitcoin hitting $200,000 no longer feels like some pipe dream. Everyone’s predicting it: investors, researchers, analysts, CEOs. Donald Trump’s return to the White House in November set the stage for what many are calling Bitcoin’s most explosive growth era yet. Why? Simple: Trump loves crypto. During his campaign, he promised to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler, the guy the crypto community sees as their biggest enemy, and create a national Bitcoin strategic reserve funded by selling off the Federal Reserve’s gold for…

It’s the first few days of another year, and as usual, investors want to know what cryptos are whales buying. True to form, crypto whales, known for their ability to influence the market significantly — are already making strategic moves that could set the tone for 2025. According to BeInCrypto’s findings, these whales are accumulating established tokens. They also appear to be scouting undervalued altcoins with the potential to break out. That said, these are the top altcoins that crypto whales are buying for potential gains in January 2025. Hyperliquid (HYPE) Top of this month’s list is HYPE, the native…

Tether has introduced TradeFi, a new service designed to enhance global trade through innovative financing solutions. On Feb. 19, the company’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, shared the announcement on X, emphasizing that TradeFi will address the financial needs of modern commerce. TradeFi expands Tether’s growing product portfolio, which already includes stablecoins, asset tokenization, and wallet development tools. This latest service aims to simplify international trade by providing funding solutions that reduce costs and improve efficiency. The platform will facilitate transactions in key commodities like crude oil and copper while leveraging USDT for seamless settlements. According to Tether’s website: “Backed by blockchain…

Metaplanet Bitcoin holdings surge, driving record profits and a 1,947% stock rally in 2024. Metaplanet’s Bitcoin strategy boosts growth, with 1,761 BTC and major global expansion ahead in 2025. Metaplanet Inc. (Tokyo: 3350), a Japanese company that manages a hotel and has laid more focus on Bitcoin (BTC) strategy, has released its yearly financial performance. The mid-cap company has registered its best yearly earnings results since 2017, catalyzed by its sporadic Bitcoin purchases in the past year. The company has followed in the footsteps of MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ: MSTR), which currently owns more than 2 percent of the total Bitcoin…

A developer from Solana has made a bold claim, stating that the blockchain has achieved quantum resistance, a notable milestone in securing the network against potential threats. The progression of quantum computing is a significant concern for the crypto community, as its advanced machine-learning capabilities could potentially breach the cryptographic security of digital assets. Quantum Computing Threat? Solana Might be Ready! The Solana developer suggests that the blockchain is now resistant to threats from quantum computers. This would position the network at the top in the race for quantum security. Quantum resistance can be understood as crypto systems’ ability to…

Bitcoin (BTC) miners are increasingly shifting toward artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) as transaction fee revenues remain inconsistent, according to a recent VanEck report. The firm noted that while network congestion can lead to temporary fee spikes, long-term on-chain revenue growth remains uncertain due to the rise of off-chain solutions such as exchange-traded funds (ETFs), futures markets, layer-2 (L2) solutions, and centralized exchanges. As block rewards halve every four years, Bitcoin miners must adapt since BTC’s price needs to double to maintain revenue levels. This dynamic highlights the importance of pivoting to AI and HPC as diversification strategies.…

A group of top Ethereum developers and leaders released Wednesday a new framework that would simplify and standardize cross-chain token transfers. The initiative, called the Open Intents Framework (OIF), was kickstarted by contributors from the Ethereum Foundation and is supported by 25 projects including teams building layer-2s like Arbitrum, Optimism, ZKsync, and Scroll, according to a press release shared with CoinDesk. The goal of the initiative is to bring “intents” to all corners of the Ethereum ecosystem, which is a technological feature that lets a blockchain user accomplish a specific goal by asking an intermediary to fulfill that goal (like…

Bitcoin moves 5.17 times faster than gold during similar market phases. Psychological resistance at $100,000 delays Bitcoin’s breakout to $125k-$135k. Dr. Profit Crypto predicts Bitcoin’s next significant move follows gold’s fractal patterns. Bitcoin’s price action continues to surprise and fascinate. Dr. Profit Crypto has revealed a compelling link between Bitcoin and gold’s market cycles. His analysis shows Bitcoin follows gold’s fractals but moves much faster. The calculated speed ratio highlights how Bitcoin advances 5.17 times faster than gold during key phases. Could this speed and alignment hold the key to predicting Bitcoin’s next big move? #BTC – What’s Next? The…