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.

Maestro, a Bitcoin DeFi infrastructure company, is building a native indexer for Ordinals and Runes on the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP). The project is supported by a grant from the DFINITY Foundation and will run as a canister within ICP’s blockchain network. The indexer will provide real-time Bitcoin asset data to support applications built on ICP. ICP has become a leading platform for Bitcoin smart contracts through its Chain Fusion technology, which allows direct interaction with Bitcoin without intermediaries. The new indexer from Maestro will improve support for Ordinals and Runes applications on ICP by offering fast and reliable data…

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The latest report issued by the IMF on the compliance of El Salvador’s actions with the guidelines established in the $1.4 billion credit facility deal approved in February revealed that Chivo Wallet led the nation to miss the bitcoin non-accumulation quotas. Bitcoin Non-Accumulation Compliance Goals Missed: IMF Fingers Chivo Wallet El Salvador is facing one of the first issues regarding compliance with the voluntary non-accumulation bitcoin agreement that enabled a $1.4 billion credit facility deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The latest IMF review on El Salvador’s performance regarding the measures recommended states that the Chivo Wallet, the official…

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Following Bitcoin and Ethereum, a number of altcoin ETFs are expected to be approved in the US, including the XRP and Solana ETFs. However, the SEC has so far not issued a positive decision and has postponed its decisions. These postponements have caused disappointment in the market, with SEC member Caroline A. Crenshaw speaking out against the postponement of XRP and altcoin ETFs. While many investors have expressed frustration at the SEC’s repeated delays of spot ETFs for altcoins like XRP, the SEC member stated that the delay shouldn’t be interpreted too much. In a recent interview, Caroline Crenshaw explained…

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NOTAI, the AI-powered platform that connects Web2 and Web3, has partnered with Zoro Technology. Zoro is on the BNB Chain protocol to tokenize AI services. NOTAI and Zoro Technology will release new tools that facilitate the development of decentralized AI applications, enable earning money, and support developer and community ecosystems. NOTAI x Zoro PartnershipExcited to team up with @zorotechnology — pioneers in monetizing digital & physical AI via blockchain. From real-time model deployment to on-chain revenue, this collab brings powerful tools to devs & communities.#NOTAI #ZORO pic.twitter.com/tEPUthk2j2 — NOTAI (@theNOTAI) July 24, 2025 On-chain Revenue The Zoro tokenization model transforms…

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Bitcoin has reclaimed the $120,000 mark following a brief pullback earlier this week as renewed institutional flows continued to be buoyed by clearer U.S. crypto policy.  Its return comes after profit-taking briefly capped the alpha asset’s momentum, stalling a seven-day rally that had pushed it to new highs. Last week’s rally found a local bottom near $114,000, QCP Capital said in its Thursday Asia Colour note, adding that Bitcoin has since hovered in a tight range as traders assess whether that would hold or give way to a deeper retracement. U.S. equities, which have been closely tracking Bitcoin’s rise this…

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Noah, a regulated provider of global payment infrastructure, and Gnosis, a leader in decentralized financial systems, have announced a strategic collaboration set to mark a turning point in the adoption of stablecoin. The goal is to seamlessly integrate traditional financial infrastructure with on-chain tools, offering concrete and regulated solutions to both private users and businesses. This alliance allows the introduction of virtual accounts in USD for users in the United States and abroad, real-time conversions between stablecoin and fiat currency, free on/off-ramps, and cross-border payments in over 70 countries. By combining Noah’s compliant infrastructure with Gnosis’s decentralized ecosystem, the partnership…

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TaskOn, a well-known Web3 growth and community engagement platform, has commenced an exclusive partnership with ACM Plus, a popular decentralized protocol that benefits privacy-centered transfers across chains. The collaboration aims to advance privacy-focused cross-chain transfers to boost the consumers’ experience. As per TaskOn’s social media announcement, the initiative focuses on improving interoperability, anonymity, and security. In this respect, the users can anticipate a robust cross-chain transaction experience. We’re excited to announce our collaboration with @ACM_Plus, a pioneering decentralized protocol for privacy-focused cross-chain transactions! With ACM, users can enjoy seamless, anonymous asset transfers across multiple blockchains in a secure and user-friendly…

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Bitcoin price is attempting a fresh increase above $120,000. BTC is now consolidating and might attempt a steady move toward the $125,000 zone. Bitcoin started a fresh increase from the $115,800 zone. The price is trading above $119,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $119,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another increase if it clears the $120,500 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Eyes Fresh Upward Move Bitcoin price started a correction from the new high at $123,200.…

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CDARI, a protocol for programmable shopping assets, is set to transform the landscape of digital commerce. The continuous evolution in Web3 technologies aims to revolutionize traditional shopping assets such as membership cards, loyalty points, and proof of product ownership. These traditional assets no longer need to be confined to static systems. 🚀 The Future of Digital Commerce: Programmable Shopping Assets 🚀We’re on the brink of a major transformation in Web3, where shopping assets like loyalty points, membership cards, and even product ownership are no longer static—they’re becoming programmable, living assets! 💡… pic.twitter.com/CnOyYVVr2P — CDARI (@cdariofficial) July 24, 2025 CDARI strives…

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Crypto finance firm Matrixport, in its latest “Matrix on Target” report, predicted that Bitcoin may enter a correction process in the short term despite its recent upward trend. Matrixport: Bitcoin May Enter Short-Term Correction Following Multiple Factors The report states that despite positive macroeconomic developments in the US, technical indicators have weakened and the market may enter a consolidation phase in the next 1-2 months. Matrixport reminded that Bitcoin has been in a gradual upward trend since $16,000 in the last 18 months, and stated that the $106,000–108,000 level currently constitutes support. The firm argued that $122,000 is a reasonable…

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