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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.

Regulation

Steve Ballmer: Microsoft’s DOS deal was the greatest business move ever

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Key Takeaways Microsoft’s transition from a consumer-focused company to an enterprise giant resulted in losing some consumer market strength. IBM was a dominant force in the early 1980s computing industry, overshadowing competitors. The licensing of Microsoft DOS is considered one of the greatest business deals in history. Microsoft’s initial business model for its operating system involved a one-time charge rather than ongoing fees. The early software industry lacked established business models and was mostly custom-built. Luck plays a significant role in the success of great companies, alongside talent and hard work. There was initial skepticism about the growth potential of…

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Regulation

WealthRabbit Adds Bitwise Crypto Portfolios

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WealthRabbit has partnered with Bitwise Asset Management to introduce diversified crypto portfolios for retirement accounts. The new option is now available on WealthRabbit’s investment portal for all clients. Bitwise Asset Management manages more than $15 billion in digital asset strategies. The firm designs and oversees the portfolios, offering structured exposure to crypto through exchange-traded products. The solutions are built for investors who want access to digital assets within a regulated retirement framework. WealthRabbit is a digital retirement plan provider for small businesses and individuals. The platform allows users to select crypto allocations based on their goals and risk preferences. According…

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Legal

LA Rideshare Driver Charged With Using $2M in COVID Relief Funds to Buy Crypto

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A Los Angeles rideshare driver has been arrested on federal charges alleging he fraudulently obtained more than $2 million in COVID-19 pandemic business loans and used the funds to purchase cryptocurrency, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Central District of California. Koreatown resident Bruce Choi, 34, was arrested Tuesday at San Francisco International Airport and charged with wire fraud and money laundering in connection with the alleged scheme, the DOJ said in a press release. Koreatown man arrested on federal charges that he obtained more than $2 million in COVID-19 business-relief loans that he invested in cryptocurrency https://t.co/B80v4uWKr8…

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Exchanges

Pump.fun Dominates Revenue Rankings but PUMP Still Struggles

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Pump.fun ($PUMP), the token of the Solana-based launchpad platform for the meme coin, has shown no clear recovery after weeks of trading sideways around $0.002. However, the platform remains one of the market’s top revenue generators and continues to grow despite volatility. In March, Pump.fun continues to show strong revenue momentum and whale accumulation. These signals suggest that the price could “pump” again. Pump.fun ($PUMP) Stays in The Top 5 Revenue-Generating Projects Many protocols have reported negative revenue in Q1/2026, and layoffs have increased amid unfavorable market conditions. However, Pump.fun holds a solid position among the top revenue projects. Data…

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Regulation

Key macro data puts crypto markets on watch as CPI, PCE and Fed speak

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Crypto and stock markets face a packed macro week, with CPI, PCE, Fed minutes and spending data set to test rate‑cut bets after mixed inflation and rising tensions. Summary January CPI eased to its lowest core reading since 2021, briefly lifting crypto before gains faded. Markets now focus on retail sales, durable goods, PCE and Fed minutes to gauge rate‑cut timing. Bitcoin and Ethereum stay volatile as geopolitical risks and macro uncertainty cap risk appetite. Financial markets are preparing for several key economic data releases this week that could influence cryptocurrency and stock prices, following mixed signals from last week’s…

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Legal

SEC Veteran Clarifies XRP Retail Trading Status During Ripple Case

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More than five years after it was initially filed, the Ripple lawsuit initiated by the SEC remains in the spotlight, with discussions still surrounding it. The Securities and Exchange Commission sued Ripple Labs in December 2020, claiming it broke the law when it raised money by selling $XRP without registering it as a security. In July 2023, Judge Torres decided that $XRP was not a security in itself, a ruling hailed as a major victory for the industry. In her ruling, Judge Torres also noted that the case did not include any claims of fraud and denied the SEC’s bid…

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Exchanges

UK to Dissolve Crypto Exchange Accused of Aiding Iranian Sanctions Evasion

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Britain’s company register, Companies House, has moved to dissolve Zedxion Exchange Ltd., a cryptocurrency platform accused of processing funds for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to a notice published on its website. The action follows U.S. sanctions imposed in January by the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), which designated Zedxion and a related entity, Zedcex, for their alleged role in enabling Iran to evade sanctions and for links to sanctioned financier Babak Zanjani. Companies House said the shutdown was related to “information or a statement in an application for incorporation that is misleading, false or deceptive.”…

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Regulation

Why Is North Carolina State Treasury Increasing Its Bet On Strategy Stock?

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The $33 billion North Carolina State Treasury just made a move that caught the market’s attention. The public fund disclosed it purchased 9,117 additional shares of Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy. That brings its total holdings to 168,688 shares, valued at roughly $22.6 million. Investors now ask one question. Why is a state treasury deepening its Strategy stock investment during a volatile Bitcoin cycle? This decision goes beyond a simple portfolio adjustment. Strategy has built its reputation around aggressive Bitcoin accumulation. When a public institution expands its Strategy stock investment, it signals more than confidence in a single company. It…

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Legal

Pardoned BitMEX founder funds UK right-wing political hub, report

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Pardoned BitMEX founder Ben Delo is funding a Westminster political hub that lends support to a network of controversial right-wing politicians and influencers, an investigation from The Guardian and HOPE not hate has revealed. The hub, known as “The Sanctuary,” is made up of a number of rooms overlooking Westminster Abbey to which politicians, race scientists, and anti-abortion campaigners are given access free of charge. The rooms are reportedly used for events, office work, and podcasting. Right-wing MP Rupert Lowe used the hub to launch his Restore Britain party after he was ousted from Reform UK. The race science magazine…

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Exchanges

UAE RAK Bank sets limits on crypto trading amounts

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UAE RAK Bank sent an important update to its customers, noting that the bank had introduced a dedicated transaction limit on how much clients can use from their accounts to purchase crypto. According to the bank, this will take effect in Q2 of 2026, noting that the latest it would become effective would be in June 2026. As per the letter, this is aimed to help clients trade confidently while keeping their investments safe and manageable. What are the new RAK Bank crypto transaction limits RAK has placed limits based on customer segmentation, specifying limits for crypto investment as well…

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