Author: NBTC

Europe’s regulated stablecoin ecosystem is expanding under MiCA, with new issuers and compliant digital money gaining traction across the region. How are licensed stablecoin issuers expanding across Europe? What does MiCA mean for euro and dollar stablecoin issuers? Why are asset referenced tokens still missing under MiCA? How mature is the MiCA stablecoin landscape today? How are licensed stablecoin issuers expanding across Europe? The core of the EU’s MiCA framework is clear: it sets strict rules for stablecoins in Europe, legally defined as electronic money tokens, or EMTs. These are digital coins backed 1:1 by a single fiat currency, such…

The Reserve Bank of India will begin a pilot on tokenized certificates of deposit on Wednesday, according to information shared by the central bank at an event in Mumbai on Tuesday. The plan is to use the wholesale segment of its central bank digital currency (CBDC) to issue and settle these instruments. Chief General Manager Suvendu Pati confirmed that the RBI is working with “a few banks” on the project and explained that the goal is to explore how blockchain-based crypto tokens can streamline traditional money market operations. Pati said, “From a regulatory standpoint for tokenisation of an underlying asset,…

A Hong Kong national has pleaded guilty to an elaborate attack involving breaking and entering, unlawful confinement, and sexual assault in an attempt to steal digital assets. As a result of the plea, the suspect, who was part of the gang that carried out the act, has been sentenced to seven years in prison. According to reports, the gang robbed a B.C. cryptocurrency investor who is known for his boasts online, taking $2 million in BTC from him after subjecting his family to different kinds of attacks. These attacks included waterboarding, sexual assault, and death threats. The gang came in…

According to CryptoSlam data, NFT sales volume has dropped by 4.97% to $72.53 million, down from last week’s $79.31 million. Summary NFT sales dropped 4.97% to $72.53M while buyers surged 77% to over 293,000. Sellers jumped 106% to 284,166 as total NFT transactions declined 12.67%. Crypto market weakness hit NFTs as Bitcoin fell to $84K and ETH lost $2,800. Market participation has surged, with NFT buyers climbing by 77.11% to 293,459 and sellers jumping by 106.26% to 284,166. NFT transactions fell by 12.67% to 940,416. This drop in NFT market performance happens as crypto prices have gone down. Bitcoin (BTC)…

London’s silver market erupted this business week after an extraordinary short squeeze blasted prices past $50 an ounce for only the second time in history, reviving comparisons to the historic 1980 Hunt brothers fiasco that once rocked global commodities. The rally has driven benchmark prices in London to levels not seen in decades, eclipsing New York’s, and throwing the entire market into turmoil. Traders said liquidity has almost disappeared, leaving anyone short on silver scrambling to find metal and paying sky-high borrowing costs to roll positions forward. The panic has gotten so bad that some traders have begun booking space…

A former LAPD officer was denied bail on Friday after appearing in court on allegations of kidnapping and attempted theft of $350,000 in digital assets. The former LAPD officer, Eric Halem, was charged in court with his accomplice, Gabby Ben, who prosecutors alleged had ties to the Israeli Mafia. According to reports, both men were part of a six-team gang that invaded the home of a 17-year-old teenager in the Hollywood Hills with a plot to kidnap the teen. Their 17-year-old target operated a cryptocurrency business. Deputy District Attorney Jane Brownstone disclosed details of the alleged kidnapping at the bail…

Securitize is considering going public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company. The RWA tokenization firm could reach a $1B valuation following a merger with Cantor Equity Partners II Inc. Securitize, a leading blockchain company specializing in the tokenization of traditional investments, is reportedly in advanced discussions to go public through a merger with a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) launched by Cantor Fitzgerald LP. The transaction is expected to value Securitize at more than $1B. Securitize considers public listing through merger The potential merger involves Cantor Equity Partners II Inc., a blank-check company that raised $240M in May…

The Trump administration has brought greater legitimacy to the crypto and DeFi industries, and as a result, countries such as the United States, Korea, and Brazil are considering new tax regulations for crypto transactions. On Nov. 17, the White House proposed new rules from the Treasury Department, which would see the U.S. cooperate with the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), an international crypto tax agreement. CARF was formed in 2022 and already involves crypto-friendly nations such as the UAE and Japan, as well as other G8 countries, including Canada and Germany. In the United States, crypto is treated as property,…

Arthur Hayes is back in the headlines after blockchain trackers spotted another large outflow from his wallets. On-chain data shows that Hayes sent 700 ETH, worth around $2.22 million, to market maker B2C2 Group. A move analysts widely see as preparation for another sale. The transfer follows a series of heavy token disposals over the past 48 hours. It adds fuel to speculation about his current market outlook. Arthur Hayes(@CryptoHayes) just transferred another 700 $ETH($2.22M) to B2C2 Group, most likely to sell.https://t.co/ohE1pUkhid pic.twitter.com/rkqxB5pq2i — Lookonchain (@lookonchain) November 17, 2025 Hayes Accelerates Token Sales Across Multiple Assets Arthur Hayes has been…

Crypto investors infused fresh capital into innovative blockchain ventures this week, despite market volatility keeping traders on edge. Summary Crypto funding reached $3.19B across 20 projects in the week of Oct. 5-11, 2025. Polymarket led with a $2B raise at a $9B valuation backed by ICE investment. Kalshi secured $300M with backing from Sequoia, AI6Z, and Paradigm investors. Polymarket and Kashi emerged as standout deals from Oct. 5-11, signaling growing institutional interest in decentralized prediction markets. Some 20 companies secured nearly $3.2 billion in crypto funding, including those that specialize in derivatives, asset management, and even Bitcoin-backed life insurance. Here’s…