Author: NBTC

The world of cryptocurrency is constantly evolving, and a recent development from South Korea’s leading crypto exchange, Upbit, is sending ripples across the market. Dunamu, the powerhouse operator behind Upbit, has made a significant strategic move by filing a whopping 66 trademark applications. This isn’t just about protecting brand names; it’s a clear signal of their ambitious plans, particularly concerning Korean won-based stablecoins and a broader expansion into diverse fiat-crypto pairings. For anyone invested in the future of digital assets, this development is nothing short of fascinating. Upbit‘s Strategic Vision: A Glimpse into the Future of Digital Assets Dunamu, the…

US President Donald Trump is set to sign the “Big Beautiful Bill” as it passed the senate by the skin of its teeth. The bill has been criticized by many including former ally Elon Musk who has been vocally opposing it for weeks. Thus, it is likely to impact how the crypto market moves, and an early sign of the same can be assessed by whales’ behavior. BeInCrypto identified three crypto assets that whales chose to accumulate following the approval of the bill. Pudgy Penguin (PENGU) PENGU has recently attracted significant attention from whale addresses, with over 60 million tokens…

Washington, the capital of the United States, is witnessing a historic period for the cryptocurrency sector this week. During this period, dubbed “Crypto Week,” two important bills to be voted on in the House of Representatives could pave the way for the establishment of a long-awaited legal framework for digital assets. GENIUS Act: Stablecoins The GENIUS Act, a stablecoin bill that has already passed the Senate, will be voted on Thursday in the House of Representatives. If passed, it would mark the first time in US history that independent cryptocurrency regulation has been enacted. The Trump administration supports this process.…

Russia’s largest stock market, the Moscow Exchange, will soon offer futures contracts tracking the price of Ethereum, the biggest cryptocurrency by market cap after Bitcoin. The platform said it will also present futures on U.S. treasury bonds – a first in the Russian Federation, where the growing yield of American government securities has caught the attention of investors. Russians to start trading futures on ETH The Moscow Exchange (MOEX) plans to launch two new futures contracts in August, one of which will be tied to the value of the second most popular cryptocurrency, while the other will track the market…

Over the past week, the total number of blockchain transactions across public blockchains and Layer-2 networks has reached a record high. This impressive figure amounts to 342 million transactions in just seven days, the highest weekly figure ever recorded. Solana, BNB Chain, and Tron On Top According to data from Dune Analytics, Solana, BNB Chain, and Tron were the three blockchains with the highest transaction volumes over the past week. Transactions on blockchains. Source: Dune Solana (SOL), in particular, is leading in terms of transaction count (59.46%). This can partly be explained by the explosive growth of meme tokens launched…

The tokenization of equities, while seen as a promising way to democratize access to publicly listed company stocks, has not gained traction as expected. Proponents of tokenization argue that existing regulations block the widespread adoption of equity tokenization. The Slow Burn of Equity Tokenization: Hype Versus Reality Although the tokenization of equities is widely accepted as an ideal means of making stocks of publicly listed companies available to the masses, its adoption pace has not matched the hype. The recent controversy sparked by fintech firm Robinhood’s giveaway of tokenized OpenAI equity stocks serves as a case in point. As widely…

XRP, the native token of the XRP Ledger, has made headlines in the aftermath of the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple and the withdrawal of the payment giant’s appeal. The crypto payments firm looks set to expand its stablecoin partnerships and boost XRP utility, both of which could push the altcoin higher. Table of Contents Why the end of Ripple’s appeal and SEC lawsuit matters XRP price forecast Catch up on Ripple’s recent announcements Three catalysts that could fuel XRP price rally Why the end of Ripple’s appeal and SEC lawsuit matters The SEC vs. Ripple lawsuit has been a decisive…

U.S. President Donald Trump officially recognized July 15 as the start of “Crypto Week” in Washington. In a post on X, he stated, “Happy Crypto Week! I will work hard with the Senate and House of Representatives to pass more bills.” Trump Crypto Week Statement. Source: X His direct endorsement comes as lawmakers in the House prepare to debate and vote on several high-profile digital asset bills before July 18. A Look at the Bills on the Floor This Week Four crypto-related bills have now advanced to a full House debate following an 8–4 vote by the House Rules Committee.…

Binance, KuCoin, Upbit, and several other major centralized exchanges simultaneously recorded significant declines, painting a contrasting picture of the cryptocurrency market in the summer of 2025. Although this may only be a temporary adjustment, it also reflects a more cautious investment landscape, accompanied by shifts in the behavior of modern crypto users. CEXs Are Gradually Losing Spotlight Amid a volatile crypto market shaped by liquidity concerns and shifting investor sentiment, a recent report from Wu Blockchain reveals a worrying trend. Trading volumes on centralized exchanges (CEXs) dropped sharply in June 2025. CEX’s volume in June. Source: WuBlockchain According to the…

Grvt, a peer-to-peer financial platform, has launched its peer-to-peer on-chain investment marketplace built on ZKsync — “Grvt Strategies”. It is designed to give everyday investors access to curated investment strategies that were previously available only to institutions and high-net-worth individuals. These strategies are managed by verified institutional funds, market makers, and professional traders. The platform operates fully on-chain and uses smart contracts to automate all processes, including deposits and profit distribution. Investors can see how funds are allocated, monitor performance, and interact directly with Strategy Managers. Grvt Strategies allows users to invest any amount into a range of on-chain strategies.…