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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.

SolvBTC has made a strategic partnership that allowed it to expand its offerings by incorporating stablecoin satUSD, providing users with a new USD-denominated digital asset alternative. SolvBTC is a protocol that aims to unlock Bitcoin’s full potential by connecting the asset to the broader DeFi ecosystem. As per today’s announcement, the blockchain protocol has integrated satUSD stablecoin into its ecosystem through partnership with the BNB Chain. Mint satUSD with SolvBTC on BNB Chain pic.twitter.com/4vLcK3eXZL — River (@RiverdotInc) July 16, 2025 SolvBTC Building a Circular Bitcoin Economy According to the announcement, SatUSD stablecoin is collateralized, implying users must deposit their crypto…

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Ethereum (ETH) is on the verge of a dramatic supply shock as leveraged short positions soar to unprecedented levels, staking hits historic highs, and exchange liquidity plummets. Will this be bullish for ETH, or will another “Black Thursday” event be created? ETH Supply Shock Gaining Momentum A chart posted by ZeroHedge on X highlights the Ethereum supply shock with leveraged short positions reaching a record -13,291 in aggregate OTC and cash contracts. This marks the sharpest drop since early 2025, signaling aggressive hedge fund activity. Ether leveraged the biggest shorts on record. Source: ZeroHedge Crypto expert Fejau notes on X…

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Robinhood’s latest product pitch — tokenized versions of private company stocks like OpenAI and SpaceX — is already drawing heat. While the trading app claims these tokens let retail users “get exposure” to pre-IPO giants, it turns out they do not represent any actual equity. According to Ripple CTO David Schwartz, if things go sideways, the legal safety net is essentially this: just sue us. Last week, Vlad Tenev unveiled Robinhood’s new products, including an expanded crypto app, a Gold card rebranded for crypto perks and 24/7 tokenized trading of both public and private equities. Robinhood promises that dividends and…

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dEURO stablecoin enters the cryptocurrency ecosystem thanks to the integration on Cake Wallet, bringing a wave of innovation among digital assets pegged to the euro. The growing demand for reliable and decentralized stablecoins is accompanied by the need for secure and transparent solutions, capable of protecting users from strong market fluctuations. In this scenario, the recent announcement by Cake Wallet to support dEURO represents an important step towards the diversification of the offering and the maturity of the stablecoin sector. Key characteristics of dEURO: stability on a decentralized basis Security mechanisms: automatic liquidation and risk under control Profitability without giving…

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XRP recently surged past the $3 mark for the first time in years, triggering fresh excitement across the crypto market. The rally comes amid unverified rumors that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could vote this Thursday to dismiss its long-running lawsuit against Ripple Labs. A closed-door SEC meeting is reportedly scheduled for July, and many in the XRP community believe it could close the final chapter of the high-profile case. If the SEC chooses to drop its appeal, and Ripple follows by withdrawing its own, the district court’s ruling in Ripple’s favor would go into full effect, bringing…

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Binance, OKX, Bybit, and Bitget posted strong performances in the exchange market through Q2 2025, according to TokenInsight. Total trading volume across the top 10 exchanges reached $21.6 trillion despite declining 6.16%. Binance held a 35.39% market share, while five exchanges posted gains. Crypto market capitalization rebounded to $3.46 trillion, marking 28.2% quarterly growth. Binance maintains dominant position Binance held 35.39% trading volume share in Q2 2025, marking a slight decline from Q1. The exchange dropped 1.18% from the previous quarter’s 36.57% market share. Nevertheless, Binance remained the only exchange consistently capturing over one-third of market share. OKX secured second…

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CycleX has now formally entered into a strategic alliance with xStocks to transform the stock trading industry with powerful blockchain integration. The partnership, unveiled through the official Twitter account of CycleX, is centered on speeding up the tokenized stock market development and on breaking the divide between conventional finance and decentralized technologies. We are pleased to announce our strategic partnership with xStocks to jointly advance the tokenized stock market. Together, we will drive product innovation, trading transparency, and user experience enhancements, accelerating the integration of traditional finance and blockchain… pic.twitter.com/YjJkYPnvwy — CycleX (@CycleXTeam) July 16, 2025 The collaboration is characterized…

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Bitcoin’s complicated decimals might soon be history if a new plan to redefine the base unit as the real “Bitcoin” gets adopted. Bitcoin (BTC) has always had a little quirk that confuses even longtime users: the way it’s measured. Officially, one Bitcoin equals 100 million “base units” — also called “satoshis” or “sats” — but in the industry, it’s usually discussed in decimals, like 0.0001 BTC or 0.345 BTC. This setup, while familiar, can sometimes be a bit of a mess. And now, there’s a proposal on the table that might just shake things up. The idea behind BIP-0177, submitted…

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Mezo, a Bitcoin finance platform developed by Thesis, has launched the Supernormal Foundation to support the development and governance of its MUSD stablecoin and broader network. The new foundation aims to help grow the Mezo ecosystem by offering support to developers and encouraging decentralized innovation in Bitcoin-based finance. The foundation will offer development teams access to funding, technical tools, and partnership opportunities. As part of its launch, the Supernormal Foundation has introduced the Alpha Builder Program, which provides grants and assistance to projects building on the Mezo network and using MUSD. This program also includes mentoring from industry professionals and…

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ARK Invest founder Cathie Wood, known for her support of Bitcoin (BTC), expressed her support for the largest altcoin Ethereum (ETH). While Cathie Wood couldn’t grasp all the technical details, she noted that the Ethereum Foundation is moving in the right direction with its recent efforts to increase scalability and privacy. Wood’s statements come at a time when the cryptocurrency market is experiencing significant growth and increasing institutional adoption. Ethereum Support from Cathie Wodd! Wood highlighted the Ethereum Foundation’s efforts to improve scalability and privacy, which he sees as vital for Ethereum to maintain its dominance in the enterprise sector.…

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