Author: NBTC

Dave Portnoy, the inventor of Barstool Sports, has gone to the X platform, asking whether Bitcoin is truly independent from the U.S. stock market. Portnoy pointed out a recurring pattern: Bitcoin’s price movements often mirror those of the stock market. He noted that when equities rise, Bitcoin rises, and when stocks fall, Bitcoin follows suit. This has led him to question whether Bitcoin can still be considered an asset that operates outside traditional financial systems, as its price seems to behave just like other risk assets. Bitcoin’s Behavior Amid Market Turmoil For context, the week leading to the announcement of…

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen is warning that a weakening stock market may cause Ethereum (ETH) to retest lower price levels. In a new strategy session, Cowen tells his 889,000 YouTube subscribers that the S&P 500 may continue to show weakness in April, which, based on historical precedence, may result in ETH also declining. “What I’m wondering is what happens if you do see the S&P 500 continue to show weakness into early to mid-April? Remember, we said there’s going to be weakness by the stock market between February OPEX (Option Expiration Week) and March OPEX. We got that, but I…

Singapore Gulf Bank (SGB) launched their personal banking services, notably allowing integrated crypto transactions alongside advanced foreign exchange (forex) services. With this expansion, SGB aims to bridge traditional banking with digital asset finance, catering to customers seeking options for global transactions. The bank’s move aligns with the latest trend where established banks incorporate blockchain technology to meet their client’ financial demands. How Does SGB’s Hybrid Model Challenge Fintechs? The new SGB personal banking offering includes features like global wire transfers, multi-currency foreign exchange capabilities, and payment channels utilizing cryptocurrencies, according to the bank’s announcement. Customers can now use SGB-issued payment…

The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC), the world’s largest securities settlement system, is pushing deeper into crypto with introducing a blockchain-based platform for tokenized collateral management. Collateral is a fundamental part of risk management in financial markets, ensuring stability amid market fluctuations. However, traditional systems often suffer from inefficiencies due to fragmented infrastructure and lagging settlements. DTCC said its new platform seeks to address these challenges by tokenizing collateral on blockchain rails, allowing for real-time transfers and automation through smart contracts, according to a Wednesday press release. The platform runs within DTCC’s AppChain ecosystem, which was developed on top…

Ethereum has been changing significantly recently and turning its emphasis towards a “Founder-Driven Growth” approach. This strategy highlights the critical contribution of Vitalik Buterin, co-founder, in guiding the future growth of the platform and handling newly arising issues. For stakeholders, especially considering its possible influence on the Ethereum price and the larger cryptocurrency market, understanding this approach is absolutely vital. Ethereum’s significance in the decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain domains means that any change in governance or development can have long-lasting consequences. The Genesis of “Founder-Driven Growth” Within the context of Ethereum, the idea of “Founder-Driven Growth” results from a…

Binance Wallet has announced its eighth exclusive token generation event, featuring omnichain liquidity protocol StakeStone. According to Binance Wallet’s Apr. 3 announcement on X, the event will take place from 08:00 AM to 08:30 AM UTC. Users can subscribe within this period to get a share of StakeStone’s tokens. A total of 10 million STO tokens will be allocated to marketing, with more details to be announced later. Join #BinanceWallet 8th Exclusive Token Generation Event (TGE) with @Stake_Stone on @PancakeSwap.🗓️April 3, 08:00AM – 08:30AM(UTC) for subscriptions!🎁 10,000,000 $STO will be allocated to future marketing campaigns. Further details will be announced…

The survey, commissioned by Coinbase and Hashdex, found that while savings accounts were Brazil’s most used investment instrument, cryptocurrency was more popular than other options, including stocks and gold, among Brazilians. Poll Finds Brazilians Invest More in Cryptocurrency Than in the Stock Market The openness of Brazil to new technologies and proposals has allowed cryptocurrency to grow to new heights. According to a recent survey conducted by Datafolha and Paradigma Education and commissioned by Hashdex and Coinbase, cryptocurrency continues to gain new ground recently overcoming the popularity of gold and stocks. The survey interviewed over 2,000 people in different parts…

Aptos reached 16.7 million monthly active addresses in January 2025, with a daily peak of 1.7 million on January 29. Native USDC on Aptos hit $62.32 million, improving transaction efficiency and eliminating cross-chain bridge risks. The Aptos network now holds a new record. According to Artemis data, the network had 16.7 million monthly active addresses in January 2025, with a daily peak of 1.7 million active addresses on January 29. Native USDC and User Adoption Drive Aptos Network Growth Nowadays, more users and developers are turning to Aptos, making the network busier than ever. Quick and low-cost transactions matter more…

Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, is under intense pressure as fresh bearish headlines ripple through the crypto world. A major institutional sell-off reportedly triggered by new U.S. regulatory threats—paired with stagnating Ethereum ETF progress—has sparked panic across exchanges. Whales are unloading, retail is backing out, and analysts are now daring to ask: could Ethereum price actually crash to $600? With ETH price currently hovering around $1,810, all eyes are on whether the support zone will give way. To assess the real risk, we turned to the charts—both daily and hourly—and the signals are sobering. Ethereum Price Prediction:…

Zodia Custody, a digital asset custody platform, and Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, have partnered up to promote institutional crypto security, according to the reports shared with Finbold on Thursday, April 3. The partnership will offer secure and segregated custody as well as off-venue settlement for Bybit’s institutional clients. Institutional crypto security As crypto becomes more prevalent in institutional investment circles, regulatory compliance and asset security become an increasingly important topic, especially in the light of growing scrutiny on the crypto industry. Zodia Custody’s Interchange solution addresses issues such as centralized control and counterparty exposure by…