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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.

Kraken introduced its new Krak Card this week, a debit card that gives 1 percent back on every purchase in either cash or crypto and supports more than 400 currencies. It’s a modest announcement on the surface, but it represents a deeper movement in the industry. —Crypto is edging closer to becoming a functional part of daily life instead of something that sits in an app until the next bull run. Kraken is leaning into that shift with a product that feels grounded, not aspirational. It acknowledges that people want crypto to work for them in simple, consistent, familiar ways.What’s…

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The US Nasdaq stock exchange is making SEC approval of its proposal to offer tokenized versions of stocks listed on the exchange a top priority, according to the exchange’s crypto chief. “We’ll just move as fast as we can,” Nasdaq’s head of digital assets strategy, Matt Savarese, said during an interview with CNBC on Thursday, when asked whether the SEC could approve the proposal this year. “I think what we have to really evaluate where the public comments come back in and then answer and respond to the SEC questions as they come through,” Savarese said. “We hope to kind…

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Individuals can now buy crypto on Trust Wallet using Apple Pay. The feature is currently available in more than 45 countries. Such updates reduce entry barriers into the crypto and blockchain world. Trust Wallet, one of the reputable digital asset wallets, has made another step toward promoting cryptocurrency adoption. It has confirmed adding Apple Pay today, November 27, on X, allowing individuals in more than 45 countries to purchase their favourite virtual tokens within seconds. Notably, the new feature promises an enhanced experience for new and existing users. The announcement read: Trust Wallet has integrated Apple Pay. Buy your first…

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In a sudden move that’s shaking the cryptocurrency community, Bithumb suspends withdrawals to Upbit following concerning security reports. This emergency action highlights the ongoing challenges in crypto exchange security and the importance of protective measures in the digital asset space. Why Did Bithumb Suspend Withdrawals to Upbit? South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb made the decisive move to temporarily halt all digital asset transfers to fellow exchange Upbit. This precautionary measure came after reports of abnormal withdrawal activities at Upbit, raising immediate security concerns across the cryptocurrency ecosystem. The decision to implement Bithumb suspends withdrawals protocol demonstrates the exchange’s commitment to…

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As inflation and currency turmoil intensify across Sub-Saharan Africa and Turkey, crypto use is surging, signaling a pivotal shift that is fueling new momentum for Ripple’s expanding foothold in these rapidly evolving markets. Ripple Confirms Tremendous Traction as Africa and Turkey Reshape Demand Ripple executive Reece Merrick shared earlier this week on social media platform X that crypto adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa and Turkey is accelerating as both regions navigate currency weakness and inflation pressures. Merrick, Ripple’s Middle East & Africa director, emphasized the shift as regulatory structures continue to advance. “Sub-Saharan Africa & Turkey are adopting crypto faster than…

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All news is rigorously fact-checked and reviewed by leading blockchain experts and seasoned industry insiders. OKX has re-listed Dash back to its spot market, restoring worldwide access. Dash’s re-entry on OKX gives traders global access and helps revive liquidity for the coin. OKX has re-listed Dash on its spot market, reopening access for users worldwide. Deposits went live on November 25 at 9:00 AM GMT, with a pre-opening window on November 26 from 11:00 AM to noon. Full DASH/USDT trading starts at 12:00 PM GMT, and withdrawals follow later in the day. Dash has been re-added to @okx! 🥳 Bit…

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Key Highlights While the crypto market is showing signs of recovery, Binance has witnessed an inflow of $7.5 billion in a month, which is a new annual high An Analyst raises concern over this metric, saying that selling pressures have not yet stabilized On November 27, Bitcoin reclaimed its $91,000 mark as odds for a Fed rate cut rise Amid the current turbulence in the crypto market, crypto whales have flowed a record $7.5 billion into the Binance exchange, which is a new annual high. (Source: CryptoQuant on X) Analyst Raises Concern over Whale Inflow on Binance According to the…

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The Aave community has tabled a new tentative proposal that envisions a comprehensive overhaul of its approach to multi-chain growth. The proposal proposes revenue-boosting adjustments to underperforming networks, a complete shutdown of Aave V3 on some chains, and a minimum annual revenue floor requirement of $2 million for all future deployments. Aave has numerous V3 instances running on different blockchains, each of which adds additional overhead in terms of both operational costs and security. The community notes that the revenue generated by some of these instances does not offset these costs, and that the multi-chain expansion strategy of previous years…

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Coinbase is funding a pilot that will deliver $12,000 worth of USDC to 160 low‑income New Yorkers. Managed by Givedirectly, the program will help recipients while studying how the cryptocurrency is spent and exchanged. Coinbase Funds ‘Future First’ Universal Income Pilot In New York The Facts Coinbase will provide funding for a universal basic income (UBI) pilot that will benefit low-income citizens in New York, while also examining the impact of delivering these funds in cryptocurrency. The pilot, named “Future First,” selected 160 New Yorkers to receive $12,000 worth of USDC, Circle’s signature stablecoin, with no strings attached, meaning that…

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Alchemy Pay is making it a lot easier to buy and spend Canton Network’s native token, Canton Coin ($CC). The payments gateway, which already links fiat and crypto for users and merchants around the world, has integrated with Canton Network so people in 173 countries can now buy $CC using familiar payment methods like Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and local bank transfers, in more than 50 fiat currencies. That may sound like a small convenience, but it matters: removing the awkward steps of crypto on-ramps helps both everyday users and institutions get into a blockchain designed for real…

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