Author: NBTC

U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell offered little change in stance from his recent remarks, reiterating that the economy is in a good spot, giving the central bank the room to be patient before considering easing monetary policy. “For the time being, we are well positioned to wait to learn more about the likely course of the economy before considering any adjustments to our policy stance,” said Powell in prepared remarks for his semiannual monetary policy report to Congress. Today’s testimony is of particular note given talks this week from Fed Governors Chris Waller and Michelle Bowman. Both said they…

The Stacks ecosystem, a pioneering layer-2 solution bringing smart contracts and decentralized applications to Bitcoin, is buzzing with discussion following a significant new proposal. Aimed squarely at supercharging development and adoption, this initiative could reshape how resources are allocated within the network. Let’s dive into the details of the Stacks Ecosystem Funding proposal, known as SIP-031, and what it means for the future of Bitcoin Layer-2. What is the Stacks SIP-031 Proposal? Published on May 27th on the Stacks forum, SIP-031 is a comprehensive plan designed to create a dedicated STX ecosystem endowment. Think of it as a centralized fund…

Plume, the RWAfi Chain, which is based on the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, has unveiled today its incorporation with Blocksense Network to make real-world asset (RWA) data verifiable and directly on-chain. This integration will remove the off-chain uncertainties typically encompassing tokenizing real-world resources and allow a smooth, regulated, and un-flashy affair to be had by users and builders in DeFi. 1/Another DeFi primitive backed by verifiable data.@plumenetwork is using Blocksense price feeds on their modular full-stack RWA chain, built to bring real-world assets fully on-chain.From tokenized treasuries to compliant DeFi infra, Plume is making RWA-native chains real.… pic.twitter.com/52kMyIbxLB — Blocksense…

Bitcoin BTC$105,663.54 has taken deeper root in corporate treasuries, with 116 public companies now holding a combined 809,100 BTC, worth around $85 billion based on current prices, at the end of May.That’s a dramatic rise from 312,200 BTC held a year ago in corporate treasuries, according to Binance Research’s latest report. Nearly 100,000 BTC has been added since early April alone. The surge appears driven by a mix of rising prices and structural tailwinds. Donald Trump adopted a pro-crypto stance during his 2024 presidential campaign, vowing to make the U.S. a global hub for the asset class and create a…

Ethereum ETFs are finally waking up after months of being ignored. After launching in July 2024 with barely any excitement, these funds are now pulling in cash for the sixth straight week, and have booked inflows in eight of the last nine weeks. According to SoSoValue, this is the most consistent interest Ethereum ETFs have seen since they started trading. The same products that were being called zombie funds earlier this year are suddenly alive and pulling in real money. This renewed appetite comes as the second-largest crypto by market cap finds itself back in the middle of regulatory actions…

What does Pulte’s FHFA crypto mortgage signal actually mean for American homebuyers, and could it rewrite lending norms for those who store wealth in Bitcoin and stablecoins? Table of Contents Mortgage, Pulte, and FHFA enter the crypto conversation Freddie Mac compliance drives lender finance models How crypto might be evaluated Gains in private finance suggest real demand for Bitcoin integration Mortgage, Pulte, and FHFA enter the crypto conversation In a recent announcement, Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte has publicly stated that the agency will “study the usage of cryptocurrency holdings as it relates to qualifying for mortgages.” The…

Canary Capital Group Inc. officially submitted a Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the launch of a Staked CRO ETF, marking a significant move toward institutional exposure to Cronos (CRO) with staking yields included. According to the filing, the proposed ETF — titled Canary Staked CRO ETF — aims to provide investors with price exposure to CRO, the native token of the Cronos blockchain, while also incorporating rewards generated from staking the asset. The fund would be structured as a trust, with relevant legal documentation including the Trust Agreement and Certificate of Trust also included…

According to recent reports, OKX, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is exploring the possibility of an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States. This development has sparked an uptick in the exchange’s native token, OKB. It rose 5.39%, bucking the broader market downtrend. OKX Eyes US IPO The Information reported on OKX’s potential plans in its latest article. Moreover, a market watcher suggested that OKX will likely pursue a “split listing” strategy. He added that besides OKX, Binance US might also consider following the IPO path. The IPO follows the company’s reentry into the US market in April 2025.…

According to data from BitInfoCharts, Bitcoin’s daily average hashrate has dropped to 684.48 EH/s, the lowest since mid-October last year. This decline, from a peak of 966 EH/s on June 20, 2025, raises a significant question: is this an opportunity or a risk for the cryptocurrency market? Hashrate has Decreased, but Not to Its Lowest Although Bitcoin’s current hashrate has fallen to a low level, it is still much higher than the 379.55 EH/s recorded in July 2023. This ensures that the Bitcoin network remains safe to some extent. Bitcoin hashrate. Source: BitInfoCharts The primary cause of this decline could…

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. The web3 revolution promised a decentralized utopia where users would control their assets and data in an open, borderless digital economy. Instead, we have built a maze of isolated networks, each demanding its own wallet, gas token, and operating rules. This industry-wide fragmentation can hinder innovation and deter new users from adopting the technology. Interoperability between chains is not just a technical improvement; it is the foundational layer for the mainstream future of web3. You might also…