Author: NBTC

Inflation in the U.S. perked up in June but was mostly in line with expectations, perhaps helping to set the stage for another Federal Reserve rate cut as soon as September. The headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.3% last month versus economist forecasts of 0.3% and just 0.1% in May. On a year-over-year basis, CPI rose 2.7% against 2.7% expected and 2.4% in May. The core CPI, which strips out food and energy costs, climbed 0.2 % in June versus 0.3% expected and 0.1% in May. Core CPI year-over-year was higher by 2.9% compared to 3.0% anticipated and 2.8%…

Polkadot co-founder Gavin Wood unveils plans for the ecosystem’s native decentralized stablecoin on the network. The stablecoin will be collateralized to the protocol’s native token DOT. On the first day of the Web3 Summit 2025 on July 17, Wood discussed the protocol’s plans to launch a fully decentralized stablecoin. The stablecoin, which will be pegged to the project’s native token DOT (DOT), is designed to advance capital efficiency and scalability. So far, the token has yet to be formally launched on the market. It is still in the early stages, with Wood revealing that a treasury proposal aimed at bootstrapping…

In the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain technology, efficient data access is not just a convenience; it’s a necessity. For developers building the next generation of decentralized applications (dApps), the speed and reliability of interacting with blockchain data can make or break a project. This is precisely why the recent announcement from the Sui Foundation marks a significant milestone: the launch of full beta support for Sui gRPC, a high-speed API protocol. This move is poised to revolutionize how developers access blockchain data on the Sui Network, promising a faster, more robust, and ultimately more productive development experience. What is…

Crypto analytics platform Bitcoin Vector is bullish on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship digital asset hovers just below the all-time high. The analytics platform says on the social media platform X that Bitcoin is in the early stage of a full bull market after confirming a breakout. According to the analytics platform, Bitcoin is in the “ignition phase” of a bull market, where the price typically gains momentum before the price explodes. “The longer BTC stays in Full Bull [phase], the greater the gains. We’re there again: – Structure is firm, – Momentum is rising, – BTC just broke and…

Bitcoin (BTC), the leading cryptocurrency, surpassed $120,000 for the first time in its history yesterday. While the price recently broke a record by exceeding $123,000, it fell to $117,000 due to increased profit-taking. While it was stated that this correction was normal and the rise would continue, critical inflation data that the FED attaches importance to in its interest rate decision was announced today. Here is the data disclosed: Consumer Price Index Annual: Announced 2.7% – Expected 2.6% – Previous 2.4% Consumer Price Index Monthly: Announced 0.3% – Expected 0.3% – Previous 0.1% Core Consumer Price Index Annual: Announced 2.9%…

If you held ADA, BTC, ETH, or a handful of other major coins on June 11, you might already qualify for one of the largest airdrops in crypto history. It’s called the Glacier Drop, and it’s the launch event for Midnight, a new privacy-focused sidechain being built by the same team behind Cardano. Instead of giving early access to VCs or insiders, Midnight is distributing its native token, NIGHT, directly to everyday users across eight different blockchains. The goal is to put tokens into the hands of over 37 million wallets, and kickstart adoption of a new blockchain that combines…

The cryptocurrency world is constantly evolving, with innovations promising to reshape how we transact and interact with digital assets. Among the most exciting developments is the ongoing evolution of the Lightning Network, Bitcoin’s powerful layer-2 solution. Imagine a future where billions of dollars in stablecoin transactions flow through this network, not just Bitcoin. This isn’t a distant dream; it’s a bold prediction from a leading industry expert. Graham Krizek, CEO of Lightning payments provider Voltage, recently shared a fascinating vision with Cointelegraph: he believes the Lightning Network could astonishingly handle 5% of global stablecoin volume by 2028. This forecast signals…

After a powerful multi-week rise from below $95,000, Bitcoin price today is consolidating near $120,200 inside a maturing symmetrical triangle. The structure suggests compression ahead of a volatility breakout, with the apex nearing on the 4-hour chart. Momentum is holding firm above key exponential moving averages, keeping bulls in control for now. What’s Happening With Bitcoin’s Price? BTC price dynamics (Source: TradingView) The 4-hour chart shows Bitcoin price action stabilizing between converging support and resistance trendlines. The triangle pattern began forming after the breakout candle above $100,000 and has persisted despite multiple failed breakout attempts near $121,500. Notably, the 20/50/100/200…

In a recent report, major market maker Wintermute analyzed investment trends among institutions and individual investors during the bull market in the first half of 2025. Wintermute noted a clear and stark difference between institutional and individual investors. Analysts said that institutional investors are more likely to focus on large-cap assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), while individual investors are more likely to focus on memecoins. According to Wintermute, institutional investors are focusing on BTC and ETH while maintaining their allocations in major cryptocurrencies up to 67% through inflows such as ETFs. In contrast, retail investors are flocking to…

Recall integrates Filecoin to store AgentRank scores and match data permanently on decentralized infrastructure. AI agent competitions now gain full transparency and auditability with Filecoin-backed blockchain storage. Recall has partnered with Filecoin to make it the data storage backbone, ensuring that all competitive activity on the platform—from AgentRank scores and match results to each agent’s actions—is stored permanently and cannot be altered. In other words, there’s no more “lost-to-nowhere” results. Everything is secured in a decentralized, censorship-resistant infrastructure. .@recallnet integrates Filecoin to support the storage and auditability of AI agent competitions. AgentRank scores, match outcomes, and agent actions now live…