Author: NBTC
Move over dogecoin. The new memecoin making waves in tech Twitter’s inner sanctum isn’t just about fun; it’s about mindset. MOG Coin, a popular token offered on Ethereum and Base, is trying to bring in a cultural shift as “mog/acc” — a mashup of mogging (a slang for being better, stronger, faster) and accelerationism (speeding up technological change at all costs). Techno-optimists are quickly putting on Pit Vipers, a flashy sunglass brand, as their X account display, which is leading to mindshare of the mog token outside of crypto circles. Influential X accounts from Y Combinator founder Garry Tan to…
The Bitcoin Everything Indicator was designed to provide a comprehensive view of all major forces impacting BTC price action, on-chain, macro, technical, and fundamental. Since its creation, it has proven remarkably accurate at marking both cycle tops and bottoms. But today, we take it a step further. In this article, we’ll explore how this already-powerful tool can be upgraded with a simple modification to give more frequent, actionable insights, without compromising its core integrity. If you’re looking for a high-signal way to approach the Bitcoin market more actively, this might be the metric you’ve been waiting for. What Is the…
AI-focused decentralized apps saw a 26% month-over-month rise in active wallets in April, outpacing DeFi’s 18% growth and gaming’s 7%, data from DappRadar shows. Artificial intelligence-themed decentralized applications saw a major boost in April, growing their user base by 26% from March to reach 3.8 million unique active wallets, making them the fastest-growing dApp category of the month, according to DappRadar’s latest report. Industry dominance by UAW | Source: DappRadar In the report, DappRadar’s blockchain analyst Sara Gherghelas revealed that the Social category followed closely, with an 18% increase to 3.6 million dUAW, suggesting that users continue to seek decentralized…
Prominent asset manager Bitwise Investment has addressesd burgeoning concerns about XRP’s real use case in the XRP Ledger and Ripple ecosystem. WrathofKahneman (WOK), an influential figure in the XRP community, shared a Bitwise report highlighting the “clear, succinct, and relevant” description of XRP’s role in the Ripple ecosystem. The piece deeply explains XRP as a digital asset and what drives its value. XRP’s Three Major Functions and Impact on Valuation First, Bitwise highlighted the difference between XRP, the XRP Ledger, and Ripple. For context, the XRP Ledger is a blockchain running with the proof of authority consensus, built to enable…
With bitcoin reaching fresh peaks, analysts are consulting a variety of charting tools to anticipate the trajectory of the leading digital currency. Among these are the well‑known Rainbow chart and the stock‑to‑flow (S2F) model. The following analysis examines BTC’s present price through the lens of these two frameworks. Bitcoin Models Point to Explosive Growth — But Will Reality Cooperate? At present, on Friday, May 9, bitcoin (BTC) trades at $103,046, and many observers foresee new record levels before year‑end. Market participants pore over charts with fervent scrutiny, while analysts consult predictive models to discern the asset’s next moves. This analysis…
The world of decentralized finance (DeFi) is constantly evolving, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on the blockchain. A key driver of this evolution is interoperability – the ability for different blockchains to communicate and transfer assets seamlessly. This is where platforms like Orbiter Finance play a crucial role, acting as vital bridges in the multi-chain ecosystem. Exciting news recently emerged from the Orbiter Finance camp, signaling a significant step forward for both their platform and the rapidly growing Sui Network. What’s the Big News? Orbiter Finance Meets Sui Network In a move that has captured the attention of the…
During a recent interview, U.S. President Donald Trump made it clear he has no plans to dismiss Jerome Powell before the end of his term in 2026, even as he doubled down on his criticism of the Federal Reserve chief. Despite labeling Powell “a total stiff,” Trump acknowledged the Fed’s independence and stated that he would simply wait until the term expires to appoint someone new. Trump once again pressed for interest rate cuts, claiming Powell is reluctant to act because of personal animosity. However, he also tempered concerns by confirming that he wouldn’t interfere with the Fed’s leadership in…
Shibarium, the layer-2 blockchain of the Shiba Inu (SHIB) ecosystem, is staging a massive comeback in daily transactions, signaling major adoption. Shibarium scan data reveals that daily transactions have witnessed a 115% spike from the same level on April 30. In the last 24 hours, Shibarium has recorded 4.34 million transactions. Sustained growth and Shibarium outlook Besides the staggering spike in daily transactions, total addresses have increased by over two million. As of the weekend, Shibarium’s total addresses stood at 204.18 million. However, as press time, they have grown to 206,453,021. This development suggests growing adoption, increased participation and expansion…
A market analyst has predicted when Bitcoin could reach the $200,000 price milestone, updating his earlier target upward due to current market realities. Bitcoin (BTC) is currently outperforming market expectations amid the ongoing recovery effort. The firstborn crypto has ripped above the $100,000 resistance milestone, currently holding the $102,000 mark following an impressive 6.4% intraday gain on May 8. Data from pseudonymous market expert, Intuit Trading, the founder of media platform Blockchaindaily, shows that Bitcoin has exceeded his expectations during this uptrend. Bitcoin Exceeds Earlier Target, Eyes $200K by July 2025 Earlier last month, the analyst suggested that the crash…
Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. 2025 was supposed to be the year of mass adoption. The Trump administration was billed as the first pro-crypto US government, and Bitcoin (BTC) reached an all-time high of $106,000. Despite this, the first quarter of the year has been characterized by stumbling financial markets in the face of impending trade wars and global political instability. Crypto, which has broadly positioned itself as a hedge against such concerns, has struggled in-step with traditional markets too. Some may…