Author: NBTC

iExec, the Web3 infrastructure company building the trust layer for DePIN and AI, announced multiple new initiatives at Tokenomics Week to enhance the utility of its native token RLC and turbocharge ecosystem growth. From new staking mechanisms to circular revenue models and a simpler way for builders to use RLC, the updates are designed to expand the token’s role in the ecosystem and drive greater adoption of privacy-focused decentralized applications. They deliver on a number of milestones within iExec’s previously announced 2025 roadmap, which aims to accelerate innovation and strengthen its position as the foundation for confidential computing. With the…

The rebound in digital assets since early April has been marked by a significant shift in activity, with Asian trading hours gaining market share in global bitcoin BTC$105,330.21, ether ETH$2,606.63 and solana SOL$159.10 spot trading volumes, while the U.S. steadily loses ground.The U.S. trading hours’ share of the spot volume in the three major tokens has dropped below 45% on a 30-day simple moving average basis, having peaked at an all-time high of over 55% at the beginning of 2025, according to data tracked by institutional crypto prime brokerage firm FalconX. The latest reading is the lowest since pro-crypto Donald…

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he has no immediate plans to engage in direct talks with Iran over the ongoing war with Israel. His statement contradicts previous reports that the White House was planning a meeting to address Iran’s nuclear agenda. President Trump made the remarks to journalists while returning from the G7 Summit 2025 in Canada. Trump’s Contradictory Stance on Diplomatic Talks In the interview, Trump stated that he wanted a definitive end to the war, not just a ceasefire. The President told reporters that he had already asked the Iranian leader, Ali Khamenei, to negotiate a deal…

NEAR Protocol’s new House of Stake introduces AI roles in blockchain governance, including assistants, delegates, and even a potential AI CEO. House of Stake uses veNEAR token locking for weighted voting, rewarding long-term protocol involvement and decision-making power. Amid the buzz about the same old blockchain governance, NEAR Protocol is throwing a new ball into the field. Not just a token-based voting system, they are launching the “House of Stake,” a governance mechanism that will combine community voting with the unique role of an intelligent entity. Imagine if your voice could be represented by a ‘digital assistant’ who understands direction,…

The leading digital asset has tumbled from its recent all-time high, even as retail and institutional investment reach record levels. Record Crowds at Bitcoin Event, But Price Remains Stuck Below $105K More than 35,000 of the Bitcoin faithful flocked to Sin City and packed the Venetian Resort in record numbers last week. But on the Monday after, the cryptocurrency struggled to stay above $105K after peaking at nearly $112K on May 22. Perhaps it was President Donald Trump’s impromptu announcement of 50% tariffs on U.S. steel imports on Friday or the increasing tension between the world’s two largest economies over…

ChatGPT developer OpenAI launched a new division on Monday to further integrate its artificial intelligence tools into U.S. government operations—and it’s starting with a $200 million pilot contract with the U.S. Department of Defense. Musk’s xAI was left behind, which is not surprising given the spectacular blowup the richest man in the world had with President Donald Trump earlier this month. The new federal initiative, dubbed OpenAI for Government, consolidates the company’s existing public-sector projects under one umbrella and expands access to its most advanced models. “Across these efforts, we’re aiming to improve both the day-to-day experience of public service…

DTCC files new patent that integrates XRP and Stellar (XLM) for tokenized settlement. The DTCC patent aims to build a compliant, multi-network asset framework that operates efficiently across platforms. The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) recently filed a patent for managing digital liquidity tokens. This patent introduces a framework for tokenizing liquidity across various asset classes, integrating digital assets like Ripple-linked XRP and Stellar’s XLM. DTCC Patent Focus on Tokenizing Liquidity This DTCC patent proposes a programmable liquidity mechanism managed entirely on-chain, instead of relying on centralized market makers or arbitrage strategies. The liquidity token represents ownership in a…

An analyst spotted a repeating Bitcoin pattern from April to May 2025, suggesting one last dip before a possible breakout, if key support holds. Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced a net decline of approximately 3.4% over the past week, falling from around $110,000 to a local low near $103,000. As of today, the crypto has staged a modest recovery and is currently priced at $105,333. Despite the consistent downtrend, chart analyst Moustache on X has identified a recurring bullish pattern that may suggest a continuation to higher levels. His analysis focuses on a repeated ascending broadening wedge structure observed on the…

HeLa Labs, an L1 blockchain devoted to real-world adoption of dApps, has announced its latest collaboration with Arcane Vault, a prominent multi-chain NFT ecosystem. The partnership aims to revolutionize the minting, discovery, and trade of non-fungible tokens on diverse blockchain networks. The platform took to its official social media account on X to provide the details of this initiative. We’re thrilled to announce our newest community collaboration with @ArcaneVault_xyz 🤝ArcaneVault is your multi-chain NFT gateway — a seamless platform to discover, mint, and trade NFTs across multiple chains, all in one place. Collaboration for success and beyond!🔥#HeLa… pic.twitter.com/9htnbFxDjz — HeLa…

China’s central bank governor announced plans to promote the international use of the digital yuan and called for the development of a multi-polar global currency system, where several currencies dominate the world economy. China will establish an international operation centre for e-CNY in Shanghai, People’s Bank of China Pan Gongsheng said on Wednesday at the Lujiazui Forum, a gathering of financial industry executives and regulators. Policymakers will also advance plans to launch yuan futures trading in the city, he said, to provide a new risk-hedging tool for investors. “Developing a multi-polar international monetary system will help strengthen policy constraints on…