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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.

The world of cryptocurrency is always buzzing with new milestones, and Ethereum, the undisputed king of smart contracts, has just hit a remarkable one. Recently, it was reported that an unprecedented 29.26% of the total Ethereum (ETH) supply is now staked, marking the highest level ever recorded. This significant achievement, highlighted by Unfolded on X, isn’t just a number; it reflects a profound shift in how investors view and interact with the network, especially as ETH price shows positive momentum, currently trading around $3,015.18, up 8.23% over the past 24 hours according to CoinMarketCap data. What is Ethereum Staking and…

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Israel will buy 19.15 BTC and 83 ETH, collectively worth over $2.2 million. But if you think that this is a step toward adopting crypto or that the country is planning to establish an alternative currency reserve – well, think again. Shai Siboni – a popular Israeli footballer, who’s also a known gambling offender – had his crypto wallet “lost” while he was detained in police custody over two years ago. Speaking on the matter was a police official, who said: This is a serious oversight and it is still unclear how the wallet disappeared. So, to make up for…

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AP Token Soars 420% Amid Musk Party Buzz: The America Party crypto token surged after Elon Musk teased a new political party, though he’s not officially involved. Skepticism Grows Over Token’s Legitimacy: Despite market hype, AP token lacks clear documentation, raising concerns of another memecoin pump-and-dump. Elon Musk and controversy are not new, and this time it’s all a political clash. The America Party (AP) crypto token has exploded by over 420% in just hours, riding the wave of excitement around Elon Musk’s plan to form a new political party, “the America Party.” Although Musk himself isn’t tied to the…

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As the second quarter of 2025 wound down, the U.S. held onto its top spot for the highest share of Bitcoin hashrate—though it slipped slightly, down just 0.60% since May 27. Meanwhile, turning over into Q3, Russia turned up the dial, posting a 6.12% jump in its share since that same date in May. Hashrate Power Plays: Russia Roars, U.S. Holds the Lead—For Now The global bitcoin mining heat map from hashrateindex.com paints a vivid picture of where mining power is most concentrated. When Bitcoin.com News last covered the map on May 27, 2025, the second quarter was in full…

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Bitcoin recently achieved a new all-time high (ATH), which reignited bullish sentiment among crypto enthusiasts. However, as the price approaches new highs, investor skepticism is growing. Some investors are locking in profits, creating uncertainty about whether this rally can be sustained. The question remains: can Bitcoin continue its bullish momentum, or is the current price action a sign of things to come? Bitcoin Investors Remain Uncertain Bitcoin’s Liveliness, a key metric used to track the activity of long-term holders (LTH), has reached its highest level in nearly four years. This increase in Liveliness indicates that long-term holders are beginning to…

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Amid the growing interest in SharpLink Gaming (SBET), a public company accumulating Ethers (ETH), the company’s owner Joseph Lubin, founder of Ethereum heavyweight Consensys, sheds some light on the elements of his strategy. ETH, SBET, LINEA are “100% Ethereum,” Joseph Lubin says Three assets — Ether (ETH), the core cryptocurrency of the eponymous blockchain, LINEA, an upcoming token of Ethereum-based zkEVM L2 Linea, SharpLink Gaming (SBET) — do have something in common. As explained by Joseph Lubin, all three are “100% Ethereum.” Wot?!?!?!What do LINEA, ETH and SBET have to do with one another — other than each being 100%…

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong took to X to share revealing stats as institutional crypto adoption gains momentum. Armstrong mentioned that U.S.-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) currently hold $140 billion in cryptocurrency, representing a major leap in institutional involvement. Of that amount, 81% is secured with Coinbase. According to Nate Geraci, the ETF Store president, another half billion flowed into spot BTC ETFs, totaling $1.3 billion for the week, marking 14 straight days of inflows that have now reached $4.6 billion. The Coinbase CEO also noted that more than 50 new ETF filings have been submitted since the start of the year,…

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Akave Cloud integrates with Filecoin to deliver fast, sovereign storage with long-term decentralized durability for enterprise use. Features like O3 gateway, DataDrop, and Snowflake integration enable seamless Web3 data management for businesses. While data storage is still dominated by big names like Amazon and Google, Akave Cloud has chosen a different path. By integrating with the Filecoin network, they are trying to change the way companies store and manage data—without sacrificing speed or control over the data itself. Yes, this project is not just a dream. They are actually building infrastructure that could be a real alternative to traditional cloud…

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Key Takeaways Bitcoin’s price surpassed $109,000 following the extension of the EU tariff deadline. The crypto market reacted positively to the announcement, with Bitcoin rising over 3% intraday. Bitcoin rallied past $109,000 on Sunday evening after President Donald Trump announced he had agreed to extend a looming 50% tariff deadline on EU goods to July 9. The US President on Friday proposed a 50% tariff on all EU imports starting next month. He cited trade imbalances and regulatory frictions as the rationale for the move, declaring current EU-US trade dynamics “totally unacceptable.” He also targeted Apple with a potential 25%…

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Ethereum breaks $2,850, sparking a 15% rally and altcoin momentum. Ryan Sean Adams calls ETH a ‘world reserve asset’ backed by on-chain yield. Analysts say Ethereum’s breakout could signal the start of a new altseason. Ethereum has finally broken above the key $2,850 resistance level, jumping 15% this week to trade around $2,955. The move has stirred fresh excitement across the altcoin market, with rising trading volume hinting that a new altseason might be underway – a period where altcoins outperform Bitcoin and deliver bigger gains. With Ethereum reclaiming major technical levels and a strong new narrative building, many investors…

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