Author: NBTC

Data shared by the prominent blockchain sleuth Whale Alert, which tracks down large cryptocurrency movements and then shares the details on its website and X account, has detected a large BTC withdrawal from the largest cryptocurrency exchange by volumes operating in the USA – Coinbase. This withdrawal contained almost sixty million US dollars in the Bitcoin equivalent. $60 million in Bitcoin leaves Coinbase The aforementioned source of on-chain data revealed that roughly two hours ago, an unknown whale withdrew 629 Bitcoins from Coinbase to his wallet. This amount of Bitcoin was valued at $59,303,436 at the time when the transaction…

Ripple is unleashing the XRP Ledger to revolutionize Colombia’s farming economy, powering traceability, sustainability premiums, and microfinance access for smallholder farmers. Ripple Leverages XRP Ledger to Support Colombian Farmers With Blockchain and Microfinance Ripple announced on May 15 the launch of its second pilot this year with Mercy Corps Ventures, working in partnership with traceability technology provider WËIA, to advance agricultural finance in Colombia. The initiative is part of Ripple Impact’s broader “Unlocking Opportunity” program and focuses on using blockchain technology to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. Ripple emphasized the project’s goals: In collaboration with WËIA, this pilot is…

Peter Schiff, one of the most vocal critics of cryptocurrencies, has not changed his mind. His latest take is that Bitcoin (BTC) is a total scam, and the current price has little to do with real market value and everything to do with government-driven money flows. Schiff Bitcoin’s rise is just the latest chapter in a long story of speculation fueled by easy money. The U.S. government’s policies, especially around liquidity and stimulus, have artificially increased demand for risk assets – and Bitcoin, he says, fits that category more than ever. To him, it is not a safe haven, not…

Bitcoin’s price prediction for May 2025 presents a mixed picture, as the leading cryptocurrency trades near $94,338, reflecting a slight -0.42% daily decline. While BTC holds near recent highs, analysis reveals short-term caution signs clashing with resilient on-chain support, shaping the potential price path this month. Coinbase Premium Dip Signals US Investor Caution for May A key indicator of US market sentiment, the Coinbase Premium Gap, flashed a warning sign with a sharp -5.07 drop. This metric, which measures the price difference of BTC on Coinbase versus global exchanges, had recently rebounded, indicating easing bearish pressure. However, the latest dip…

Bitcoin currently faces two futures CME gaps on the lower timeframe, with both presenting bullish and bearish implications. Pseudonymous crypto analyst and trader BitBull first called attention to this current market position in a recent analysis amid the current Bitcoin (BTC) pullback. For context, since soaring to a two-month peak above $98,000 on May 2, BTC has witnessed turbulence. Bitcoin Faces Two CME Gaps As the ongoing correction persists, BitBull confirmed that Bitcoin now has two CME gaps it has not yet fulfilled, and these gaps could provide some insight into where the crypto firstborn would head next. For the…

Token unlock schedules are threatening to shake up the market, making the coming week crucial for a number of significant cryptocurrencies. Between May 19 and May 26, Dogecoin, one of the most prominent cryptocurrencies, is scheduled to put 96.52 million tokens into circulation. Although only 0.06% of DOGE’s circulating supply is represented by this unlock, which has a value of about $21.9 million, the timing and market structure raise concerns about its possible impact. Technically speaking, DOGE recently displayed indications of a bullish breakout, with price momentum increasing toward the $0.25 mark. The asset, however, has since retreated after failing…

Size of OP_RETURN, an output of Bitcoin (BTC) transaction, will not be limited to 80 bytes any longer. This upgrade has been debated since 2014. Proponents highlight that it will unlock a new avenue for Bitcoin-based developments, while critics warn that it could damage Bitcoin’s (BTC) economy. Bitcoin Core: OP_RETURN size limit to be lifted in next release Bitcoin (BTC), the largest cryptocurrency, is set to undergo a major transformation of the design of its most mainstream implementation, Bitcoin Core. The size of OP_RETURN, an element of Bitcoin (BTC) transactions, has gotten rid of the 80-byte limit. Starting from the…

This is a segment from the 0xResearch newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. Fluid’s flagship ETH-USDC pool has recorded more than $8.5 million in cumulative losses since launch, according to a Dune dashboard by Paradigm researcher Dan Robinson. The issue: a rebalancing mechanism that not only underperformed during volatility, but appears to be systematically unprofitable, even outside of rebalance windows. The pool, launched in December 2024, was designed to auto-rebalance liquidity once ETH’s price moved beyond ±10%. That design worked well during periods of modest volatility, but as ETH dropped from around $3,800 to $1,560 and then rebounded to $2,400,…

SingularityNET developers can now store key data like metadata and .proto files using Filecoin through the Lighthouse integration. Filecoin’s Lighthouse offers flexible, decentralized storage access with API subscriptions, simplifying data handling for AI and Web3 applications. When it comes to developing blockchain-based AI applications, one thing that often causes headaches is data storage. Well, now developers in the SingularityNET ecosystem have a more flexible solution. Through integration with Filecoin via the Lighthouse platform, they can store important files such as metadata and .proto files directly on a decentralized storage network. So, there is no need to rely on traditional storage…

The world of Blockchain Gaming is constantly evolving, bringing new dynamics to player interaction and value creation. For fans of the iconic MapleStory franchise, the venture into Web3 with MapleStory Universe promised an exciting new era. However, integrating real-world economic principles into a vibrant virtual world comes with unique challenges, particularly concerning player expectations around Return on Investment (ROI). Understanding the MapleStory Universe Economy Challenge At the heart of MapleStory Universe lies a complex player-driven economy where digital assets, including items and NFTs, hold tangible value. The Executive Producer, known as @TowelHolderA on X, recently stepped forward to address significant…