Author: NBTC

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.

Robinhood has launched its Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) staking services in the US. The feature, which was previously available to Robinhood’s European customers, now brings the ability to stake ETH and SOL directly through the platform for US users. The staking process involves users locking their tokens to validate transactions and contribute to network security, then earning rewards. Rewards are distributed based on the respective network’s protocol rates, with Robinhood taking a share depending on the asset and processing structure. Staking is now available for U.S. customers. Stake ETH and SOL on Robinhood Crypto with as little as $1…

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The Bitcoin (BTC) market is flashing early warning signals, with on-chain analyst Willy Woo urging caution amid surging speculation. According to Woo, speculation is “going nuts” on Bitcoin (BTC) at a time when the SOPR indicator suggests that there are plenty of investor profits to take. This could cause a short-term drop in BTC, with Woo adding that the current scenario reminds him of the saying, “Be fearful when others are greedy.” Speculation is going nuts on BTC at a time when there’s plenty of investor profits to take (SOPR).Reminds me of “be fearful when others are greedy”.A lot comes…

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Ethereum is currently trading at a critical resistance zone. A potential harmonic pattern is forming that could signal a deeper pullback before a major bullish continuation unfolds. Ethereum’s (ETH) price action has reached a pivotal point, with the asset now trading at a high time frame resistance level of $2,590. This zone is technically significant, as it aligns with the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement and the midpoint of the active Fibonacci-based price channel. While bullish momentum remains intact, this region could act as a short-term ceiling, potentially triggering a corrective move that sets the stage for a larger breakout. Three key…

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Limitless, a trading prediction market built on Base, raised $4 million in a round led by Coinbase Ventures. Limitless, a price prediction platform on Base (BASE), is attracting attention due to its high user interest. On Tuesday, June 1, the protocol raised an additional $4 million in investment in a funding round led by Coinbase Ventures. This latest round brings Limitless’ total funding to $7 million. 1confirmation, Collider, Node Capital, and Paper Ventures were among the other investors. At the same time, Maelstrom, which is Arthur Hayes’ family office, also joined the funding round, while Hayes joined as an advisor…

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Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley has suggested that Ripple could be potentially called an “XRP treasury company” in 12 months. Ripple has been viewed as a payments company due to its focus on cross-border transactions, but its identity could potentially change due to the growing corporate trend in crypto. According to Ripple’s last XRP markets report for the first quarter, the company’s total holdings currently stand at 4.56 billion XRP. There are also 37 billion XRP tokens kept in escrow, the most recent data shows. As reported by U.Today, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse previously claimed that the company’s $11 billion valuation was “very outdated”, pointing…

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LAS VEGAS, Nevada — Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) CEO Fred Thiel has an idea for how U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration can make good on its promises to build out a strategic bitcoin reserve: start mining. Speaking on a panel at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Thiel said that the U.S. government has many potential ways to generate bitcoin to fill the strategic bitcoin reserve that would adhere to the “budget-neutral” acquisition strategy laid out in Trump’s March executive order, including using excess hydroenergy to mine bitcoin domestically. Though it’s been nearly three months since Trump authorized the establishment…

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Ethereum price continues to consolidate in a tight zone beneath the multi-month resistance band near $2,562. After weeks of coiling action, Ethereum price today is holding firm above the 0.382 Fib retracement from the 2024–2025 decline, with traders watching for a decisive breakout. What’s Happening With Ethereum’s Price? ETH price dynamics (Source: TradingView) On the weekly chart, ETH remains locked inside a macro symmetrical triangle stretching back to 2022, with current price action approaching the apex. The monthly structure shows strong horizontal resistance near $2,862 and $3,465, while support remains firm above $2,128 and $1,707. ETH price dynamics (Source: TradingView)…

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US-listed Webus International Limited has announced that it has signed a senior equity credit line agreement with Ripple Strategy Holdings for up to $100 million. According to the press release, the financing will be used as part of Webus’ strategy to increase its XRP reserves. Webus operates as an AI-powered mobility solutions provider that offers customizable luxury chauffeur services globally. The credit line reflects Webus’ confidence in its XRP-based growth strategy, said CEO Nan Zheng. “This $100 million facility minimizes shareholder dilution by allowing us to raise capital only when we need it, as we aim to accelerate our growth…

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Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) soared to a near six-month high after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially acknowledged the filing for the Canary PENGU exchange-traded fund (ETF). The price experienced a double-digit increase, adding further momentum for the meme coin’s latest bullish rally. PENGU Price Surges As SEC Acknowledges ETF Filing The SEC has become more crypto-friendly this year under President Donald Trump’s administration. Besides Bitcoin and Ethereum, the regulator has yet to approve any altcoin or meme coin ETFs. Still, it has remained open to giving these applications a chance. In line with this, on July 9, the…

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LAS VEGAS, Nevada — Steak n’ Shake has only been accepting bitcoin payments for two weeks, but the American fast food chain’s COO Dan Edwards said it’s already been a “win” for both the company and its customers. Speaking at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Edwards said that bitcoin payments have been faster and cheaper than traditional credit card payments. “When customers choose to pay in bitcoin instead of credit cards, we are saving about 50% in our processing fees,” Edwards said. “This means that bitcoin is a win for the customer, it’s a win for us as a…

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