Author: NBTC

Sonic has officially integrated Bubblemaps V2, adding advanced onchain visualization tools to its InfoFi stack and giving users deeper insight into token flows, wallet activity, and ecosystem behavior.—This upgrade arrives as onchain trading hits new highs, driven by the rise of rapid-fire token launches, memecoin volatility, and high-throughput DEXs. Sonic’s integration reflects a broader shift in user expectations—from simply transacting to actively understanding what’s happening onchain. “We’re seeing a shift in how users interact with blockchains—not just to transact, but to understand. Bubblemaps V2 gives users the tools to track value movement, identify wallet clusters, and explore the behavior behind…

The Bitcoin of yesteryear is gone. In its place is a sprawling, sometimes absurd, sometimes inspiring ecosystem. Call it pragmatism. Call it growth. Just don’t call it maximalist. The Maximalist Era Ends Perhaps I’m biased because I attended the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas, but the news cycle last week was dominated by stories originating from the conference. While the tenor of these past events have been notoriously maximalist, this year was refreshingly pragmatic. As Jeff Garzik told me during an interview on-site, “the Bitcoin community is moving from Bitcoin maximalism to Bitcoin pragmatism.” I liked the framing so…

Ether (ETH) at $2,770, up nearly 11% this month, outperforming Bitcoin’s (BTC) 5% rise. ETH (45.2%) now overshadows BTC (38.1%) in trading volume on OKX’s perpetual futures market. Despite BTC volatility, institutions are “buying the dips,” with long-term holder supply growing, per Glassnode. As Asian markets kicked off their Thursday trading, Ether (ETH) was changing hands at $2,770, having demonstrated robust performance throughout the month. This strength, particularly in derivatives markets where it’s reportedly overshadowing Bitcoin (BTC), signals a growing institutional appetite for Ethereum’s structural growth potential and its pivotal role in bridging decentralized finance (DeFi) with traditional finance (TradFi).…

Telegram has secured $1.7 billion by issuing five-year convertible bonds, aiming to refinance existing liabilities and push out repayment deadlines. The messaging app, which now counts over 1 billion users, will use $955 million of the new funds to buy back bonds maturing in 2026, Bloomberg reports. The remaining $745 million gives the company fresh capital to bolster its operations or invest in growth. Read more: TON Under Pressure After Telegram’s Pavel Durov Confirms No xAI Deal Was Signed Investors in the new bonds will have a shot at converting their holdings into equity if Telegram goes public before the…

As Head of Growth at the TON Foundation, Martin Masser is on a mission to bring crypto to the masses—without users even realizing they’re using it. A longtime Telegram user and early TON advocate from his STON.fi days, Martin now leads one of the most ambitious adoption pushes in Web3. From gifting NFTs and sports-themed stickers to rolling out Telegram Mini Apps (TMAs), he’s helping transform TON into the most user-friendly blockchain ecosystem on the planet. In this exclusive interview, Martin shares what drew him to TON, how he defines success, and why the next era of crypto is hiding…

Big news has just dropped in the ongoing saga surrounding the collapsed crypto exchange FTX. Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, often referred to as Shaq, has reportedly reached a significant agreement to resolve claims against him related to his promotion of the platform. This development marks a notable moment in the FTX lawsuit landscape, particularly concerning the involvement of high-profile figures. The Details of the Shaquille O’Neal Crypto Settlement According to recent reports, Shaquille O’Neal has agreed to pay $1.8 million to settle the claims brought against him. These claims alleged that he promoted unregistered securities through his association with FTX.…

Bitcoin has faced renewed volatility since late May, with the market retracing from recent highs and injecting a fresh dose of uncertainty across the board. While price action has cooled, BTC continues to hold above key levels that bulls are watching closely. The broader sentiment remains fragile, and many investors are on edge, unsure if this is a healthy pause or a setup for deeper downside. Analysts are calling for a decisive move above the all-time high to confirm trend continuation, but so far, momentum remains limited. The risk of a further decline still hangs over the market, especially with…

Ethereum pushed above the $2,820 mark yesterday, strengthening the bullish case for a breakout after weeks of consolidation. The move has created renewed optimism among traders who expect ETH to rally beyond its current range and begin a new upward leg. Despite lingering global tensions, markets are responding positively to growing speculation that a trade deal between the US and China may soon be finalized, offering a temporary boost to risk assets across the board. Ethereum’s recent strength comes at a critical moment, as price approaches the upper boundary of its current ascending channel. Top analyst M-log1 shared a technical…

Dubai’s Prypco Mint reported that it fully funded the first tokenized property in less than 24 hours with 224 investors from over 40 nationalities in less than 24 hours. The announcement came after the recent launch of Prypco Mint, the first licensed real estate tokenization platform in partnership with Dubai Land Department, Dubai’s regulatory authority and powered by Ctrl Alt blockchain. RWA initiative drew in diverse interest Dr. Mahmoud Al Buraj, senior director of real estate policies and innovation at the land department noted on LinkedIn: “Dubai is issuing first ever property token ownership certificate that no other city or…

Key Insights: Binance announced the listing of Puffer and Port3 Network perpetual contracts with 50x leverage as Puffer price jumped. PUFFER and PORT3 prices saw double-digit gains after the announcement, with PUFFER saw a 25% gain. The world’s largest crypto exchange Binance on Tuesday said it will list Puffer and Port3 Network perpetual contracts. As a result, PUFFER price jumped 25% and PORT3 rose over 12%, sparking speculation in the community for further price rise. Puffer is a decentralized platform focused on enhancing Ethereum’s scalability and security through liquid restaking and rollup solutions. Port3 Network is an AI data layer…