Author: NBTC
The BNB chain is gearing up for a major upgrade as the Maxwell hard fork approaches. On June 30, BSC block times will be reduced from 1.5 seconds to 0.75 seconds, resulting in faster finality, new infra standards and tighter timing for on-chain users. The Maxwell hard fork brings a major upgrade to the BNB Smart Chain (BSC), decreasing block times from 1.5 seconds to 0.75 seconds. This represents the next step in the BNB chain’s mission to enhance network responsiveness, transaction speed and validator performance. Maxwell is almost here.On June 30, BSC block times drop from 1.5s to 0.75s.That…
Qitmeer Network, a well-known blockchain platform, has announced the new partnership with Titan Pay, a unique payment mechanism providing seamless crypto-to-fiat conversions. The partnership aims to improve worldwide financial accessibility by allowing consumers to shift funds into their bank accounts. The platform took to X to disclose this exclusive development. We are happy to announce our parnership with @TitanPayFi 🤝✅ Titan Pay is an innovative payment system that simplifies converting cryptocurrencies into fiat currency and transferring funds directly to bank accounts globally. ✅ With partnerships from VISA and Mastercard, it… pic.twitter.com/r8wsovywfO — Qitmeer Network (@QitmeerNetwork) June 10, 2025 Qitmeer Network…
Ark is a novel off-chain transaction batching mechanism originally proposed by Burak, a young Turkish developer. There are currently two implementations being built, one by Ark Labs, and the other by Second, neither of which Burak is involved with. The original proposal for Ark was much more complicated, and involved some design goals more focused around privacy than the implementations currently being built. It was also originally envisioned to require CHECKTEMPLATEVERIFY (CTV) in order to be built. The protocol depends on a central coordinating server in order to function properly, but despite that is able to provide the same functionality…
Ethereum ETH$2,660.11 has staged an impressive recovery in the past 24 hours, climbing 3.8% amid significant market volatility. The second-largest cryptocurrency found solid support at $2,530, where exceptional trading volume (242,521 ETH) created a clear bottoming pattern. This was followed by a decisive breakout during the early trading hours, supported by massive volume surges exceeding 550,000 ETH that pushed prices above key resistance levels. The recent price action confirms a short-term trend reversal, with ETH now trading above $2,575 after establishing new local highs. Institutional interest remains robust, with spot Ethereum ETFs recording $248 million in total net inflows over…
Russia’s biggest bank is reportedly getting ready to support crypto trading for elite investors under a new regulatory experiment. Russia‘s state-controlled lender Sberbank is getting ready to play a bigger role in the country’s crypto scene by acting as a market maker and providing liquidity on the new regulated crypto platforms that are expected to launch soon. Alexander Zozulya, head of global markets at Sberbank, told local media that the lender will be present as a liquidity provider and market maker on Russian regulated platforms, where super-qualified investors will be allowed to conduct operations directly with cryptocurrencies. The move comes…
Airdrops are a popular marketing tactic used by blockchain projects to reward early adopters, attract new users, and promote their tokens. By participating in airdrops, you can get free tokens just by completing simple tasks like following the project on social media or joining their Telegram group. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the best crypto airdrops, including how they work, how to participate, and where to find them. Here are thebest crypto airdrops available in 2025: Oro –Rewarding users for contributing data to AI Ethereal – Decentralized exchange for the Ethena ecosystem Rings Protocol…
Elon Musk is pushing X closer to becoming an ‘everything app,’ with X CEO Linda Yaccarino announcing Tuesday that the platform will soon support in-app investing and trading. Yaccarino said users will be able to buy and trade on the social media platform, according to a report by the Financial Times. She also said the company is exploring an X-branded debit card, although she made no mention of crypto, a Musk passion. “You’ll be able to come to X and be able to transact your whole financial life on the platform,” Yaccarino said.“And that’s whether I can pay you for…
A widely followed crypto analyst is outlining two possible routes Bitcoin (BTC) could take after bouncing off a major support level. In a new thread, crypto trader Justin Bennett tells his 115,700 followers on the social media platform X that it’s “crunch time” for the top crypto asset by market cap after recovering from a dip, noting that it could plunge below $100,000 if BTC bulls don’t step up. “Recap: BTC failed at $110,000 and $106,600 in May [and hit] $100,000 on Thursday. We had the Asia session bounce back to $104,000 as anticipated. Now, does Bitcoin fill the $97,000/$98,000…
Prometheum, the controversial digital asset securities firm, is aiming to achieve a jumpstart in the lucrative tokenization boom, acquiring a broker-dealer and launching a digital transfer agent registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the company told CoinDesk exclusively. ProFinancial, the firm’s newly acquired FINRA-member and SEC-registered broker-dealer, can offer primary sales of various securities products, giving issuers a pathway to raise capital directly in tokenized form. Prometheum Coinery, meanwhile, handles shareholder records and corporate actions both on and off the blockchain. The additions build on existing services for custody, clearing, and secondary trading via its affiliated broker-dealers, Prometheum…
VeChain is shifting from passive to participatory, rewarding users for real actions like sustainable shopping. New tools and reward systems like VeBetterDAO and B3TR drive user engagement, creating a loop of data, incentives, and growing demand for VET. VeChain (VET) is moving beyond its old image as a passive blockchain project. The network is gaining traction through a powerful loop of utility, incentives, and real-world adoption, with new tools, live projects, and fresh user behavior shaping the landscape. VeChain is quietly building a system that pays people for real action. VeChain’s New Phase: From Passive to Participatory Sebastian disclosed in…