Author: NBTC

Whales were observed to be extraordinarily active in the cryptocurrency market today. Large volume transactions were particularly notable in assets such as Ethereum (ETH), SYRUP and HYPE. An Ethereum whale that has been dormant for nearly 8 years transferred 1,764 ETH to the Kraken exchange today. The transfer is estimated to have made the whale a profit of $3.93 million. However, another whale or institution that participated in the Ethereum ICO in 2015 and received 50,000 ETH sent its last 10,195 ETH (approximately $25.6 million) to Kraken. It was calculated that this address sold the ETH it received for only…

One of the most severe dips in cryptocurrency history occurred in November 2022, when Bitcoin (BTC) plummeted to as low as ~$15,800 — a 72% decline from the all-time high at that time. The coin had been struggling with rising interest rates leading up to the crash, and FTX, one of the largest crypto exchanges, had just filed for bankruptcy, leading investor sentiment to hit rock bottom. “The Crypto Party is Over,” wrote The Wall Street Journal. Fast forward to May 2025, however, and BTC is trading at almost $110,000 despite global economic uncertainty. Indeed, U.S. Treasury yields have jumped,…

Acurast has raised $5.4 million to improve its network of smartphones powering decentralized cloud computing. The race for decentralized cloud computing is heating up. On May 26, in a press release shared with crypto.news, Acurast announced that it had raised $5.4 million to power its decentralized cloud solution. The sale was finalized on May 22, with the token priced at $0.09, giving the company a fully diluted valuation of $90 million. In an effort to promote fair distribution, the sale was was open to the public, with a minimum purchase amount of $100 and a maximum allocation of $2 million…

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has confirmed that discussions are ongoing between his team and the developers of Ripple USD (RLUSD), as integration efforts into the Cardano ecosystem continue. Speaking during a recent livestream, Hoskinson addressed questions about whether RLUSD would go live on Cardano by year-end. He clarified that early talks had taken place in the previous year. Since then, engagement has progressed, although key strategic decisions hinge on potential corporate developments surrounding Circle. Circle Acquisition Could Alter RLUSD’s Strategy According to Hoskinson, a major factor influencing RLUSD’s roadmap is the speculation surrounding Circle’s future. He noted that there are…

Cryptocurrency analytics firm Alphractal has published a new analysis on the Stablecoin Ratio Channel, a key indicator that tracks liquidity movements in the market. The company noted that in the short term, risk signals for Bitcoin (BTC) are beginning to emerge, but there is still uncertainty in the long-term outlook. According to Alphractal, the Stablecoin Ratio Channel (Short-Term) indicator is currently indicating increasing selling pressure for Bitcoin. This coincides with strong resistance levels in the $113,000-$114,000 range, which was highlighted in previous analysis. The company notes that these levels could trigger a rotation from BTC to stablecoins. In contrast, the…

YZi Labs, the investment arm of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, shared the cryptocurrency project it has recently invested in. Accordingly, YZi Labs announced that it invested in Bitcoin-supported blockchain capital markets platform Avalon Labs. YZi Labs says it supports projects that have the potential to transform industries and create lasting impact, such as Avalon Labs, which has unleashed Bitcoin’s enormous potential for real-world usability. “At YZi Labs, we support projects with strong fundamentals that can revolutionize industries and create long-term impact. Avalon exemplifies this by building a fully integrated financial ecosystem using the security and liquidity of Bitcoin. It bridges the…

A recent report has compared the XRP Ledger to Chainlink, highlighting their similarities, differences, and institutional adoption trajectory. Prominent crypto research firm Messari painted this picture in a recent piece published on May 25. The report dissected the XRP Ledger and Chainlink’s blockchain, highlighting their technological niches and which is best suited for institutional adoption. XRP Ledger vs Chainlink According to the reports, the XRP Ledger is a decentralized public blockchain designed by Ripple Labs to drive a fast, cost-effective, and efficient cross-border settlement system. It leverages distributed ledger technology to facilitate payments, decentralized exchange (DEX) operations, and real-world asset…

Blazpay has announced its groundbreaking collaboration with Catton AI to transform the landscape of Web3 gaming. This partnership aims to usher in a new era of intelligence and adaptive gameplay that responds to the player’s behavior in real time. This advanced step will encourage user engagement among all decentralized gaming ecosystems. We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with @Cattontw – an innovative Web3 gaming project that merges AI with blockchain to create a dynamic, user-driven gaming ecosystem! 🤝With AI-powered NPCs that adapt to player behaviors, Catton AI is revolutionizing gameplay with… pic.twitter.com/nUogcaG7y2 — Blazpay (@blazpaylabs) May 26, 2025 Blazpay, a…

A trader with a history of making accurate predictions in the crypto space believes Bitcoin’s (BTC) multi-year uptrend is built on solid ground. Pseudonymous analyst Dave the Wave tells his 153,800 followers on the social media platform X that a repeat of BTC’s 2021 double-top pattern is doubtful. About four years ago, Bitcoin abruptly ended its bull market after failing to take out its resistance at $69,000 twice. Dave the Wave notes in his chart that a parabolic move preceded BTC’s 2021 market peak. The steep ascent left Bitcoin exposed as panic selling and massive liquidation events drove BTC from…

Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), controlled by the family of US President Donald Trump, aims to raise $3 billion to be used in cryptocurrency investments. According to the Financial Times, this funding will be provided through a $2 billion new capital raise and $1 billion in convertible bonds. TMTG’s strategy is similar to that followed by MicroStrategy, a software company that now has a market value of over $100 billion. MicroStrategy has attracted attention by purchasing billions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin through debt and equity issuance. The company’s secondary stock offering will be conducted at “at-the-market,” or close…