Author: NBTC

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.

Ethereum, the largest altcoin after Bitcoin, made a major push and surpassed $3,000 for the first time since February. While the rise in Ethereum coincides with the highly anticipated Crypto Week in the US, it is stated that increasing whale and institutional demand is effective in the rise. While the rise is expected to continue in Ethereum and its altcoins, former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes, known for his bold predictions, said that the Ethereum season has begun. Arthur Hayes argued in a recent X-season post that Ethereum has begun and urged investors to prepare for a new wave of explosion…

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The share prices of crypto-focused companies jumped this week amid the wider market upturn that sent Bitcoin to multiple all-time highs and despite a lull on Friday in equity indexes. Coinbase and Strategy both rose about 9% and 12%, respectively, over the past five days, according to Yahoo Finance data. Stock and crypto trading platform Robinhood climbed 5%. The stock prices of major Bitcoin miners also spiked with MARA Holdings soaring about 12%. Those gains have come as Bitcoin rose above $118,500 at one point Friday, up more than 9% from Monday and about 6% above its previous all-time high,…

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Just days after its mainnet went live, Humanity Protocol’s H token has spiked nearly 400% on the week to a $1 billion fully diluted valuation (FDV). A decentralized identity protocol, Humanity uses palm scans to verify identity with a very high degree of accuracy. Initially, this can be done with an app using a smartphone’s camera; however, in later phases, Humanity will roll out special scanners that utilize infrared technology to scan palm veins for even more accurate results. These will be suitable for businesses and other public uses. Humanity claims 800,000 users have signed up for Human ID with…

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After gold’s explosive breakout, market analysts are now watching Bitcoin (BTC) closely, figuring it’s next in line for a huge run-up. According to crypto analyst Dan Gambardello, the current market setup for Bitcoin is strikingly similar to a familiar historical pattern that previously led to significant gains. The same way gold surged in late 2020 before Bitcoin followed, current charts suggest a repeat may be underway. If true, this could mark the early stages of a full-blown crypto bull market, pulling major altcoins like Ethereum and Cardano along for the ride. crypto about to do what gold just did…*EXPLODE*Intro 00:00Gold…

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Nasdaq-listed Blockchain Technology Consensus Solutions (BTCS) is joining the Russell Microcap Index, giving the Ethereum-focused firm greater exposure among investors who track the benchmark for smaller U.S. companies. The Maryland-based firm announced earlier this month a $100 million funding plan to acquire more ETH for its balance sheet. The firm says it runs blockchain operations like staking and block building, with a tilt toward the Ethereum ecosystem. It also develops tools such as ChainQ, an analytics platform designed to help users sift through blockchain data. Index inclusion means BTCS could appear in portfolios run by mutual funds and institutional managers…

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Institutional investors across the EU and UK are significantly increasing their cryptocurrency allocations, with 86% planning to boost holdings or enter the market in 2025, according to a Coinbase and EY-Parthenon survey of 97 institutions. DeFi Engagement Set to Jump 2.5x in European Institutions Half of respondents intend to allocate over 5% of their assets under management (AUM) to digital assets, up from 46% in 2024, signaling a deepening commitment despite volatility concerns. Regulatory clarity emerged as the top catalyst for growth (58%), with licensing frameworks, custody rules, and tax treatment cited as critical needs. Volatility (51%) and market manipulation…

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The Shiba Inu community is reaffirming its strength as team members and supporters call for unity on Shibarium. Despite market challenges and shifting narratives, the Shiba team says its foundation is far stronger than many realize, and it’s now time to activate that strength on-chain fully. Over 1.5 Million Shib Holders but Low Migration to Shibarium Recent figures shared by Shibarium Updates show that the Shiba Inu ecosystem has over 1.5 million SHIB holders, alongside tens of thousands of BONE, LEASH, and TREAT wallets. Specifically, the Shiba Inu Army boasts 1.518 million SHIB holders, 95,214 BONE holders, 30,647 LEASH holders,…

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Governments worldwide are waking up to a massive missed opportunity as bitcoin’s explosive rally shows early crypto adoption could’ve slashed deficits and built sovereign wealth, says Binance’s CEO. Governments Could Have Slashed Deficits Using Bitcoin, Says Binance’s CEO Binance CEO Richard Teng highlighted bitcoin’s long-term value in recent posts on social platform X, citing its price gains and the financial opportunities governments have missed. His remarks followed bitcoin’s climb to new all-time highs, renewing focus on its global financial role. On May 22, Teng stated: Looking at bitcoin’s performance over recent years, countries could have addressed budget deficits through strategic…

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According to fresh on-chain data, the Ethereum Foundation has moved 1,000 ETH – worth around $3.15 million – into a lesser-known address labeled “EF 2.” The receiving wallet now holds a total of 7,000 ETH, or about $22 million at today’s market rate. Internal transfers between foundation-controlled wallets are not unusual, but this move is intriguing given that Ethereum is back in the spotlight. The price is back above $3,150, and corporate ETH holdings are expanding big time. This, of course, raises questions about the foundation’s intentions for the next phase of adoption. #PeckShieldAlert The #EthereumFoundation #EFDev has internally transferred…

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Dow Jones fell on Trump’s threats against more countries, tech stocks fared better, while the crypto market saw a bull run. Stocks are down as Trump once again escalated trade tensions, while crypto is doing great. On Friday, July 11, the Dow Jones was down 286 points, or 0.64%, while the S&P 500 slipped 0.30%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq lost just 0.08% as crypto and tech stocks did relatively better. Dow Jones Industrial Average heatmap on July 11 | Source: TipRanks Interestingly, Bitcoin (BTC) was much more resilient than the stock market. The token reached a new all-time high for a…

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