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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.

Shiba Inu’s Shibarium ecosystem has recorded rising activity as its gas token BONE gains momentum in holder growth. Network data shows increasing adoption across Shibarium, even as the token remains under heavy price pressure. The expansion in user participation has pushed BONE’s holder base past a key milestone. At the same time, large holders continue to accumulate despite market weakness, signaling long-term engagement within the Shiba Inu ecosystem. At the time of writing, Shiba Inu was trading near $0.000006182, up by 1% for the past 24 hours. BONE Holder Base Expands Beyond 93,000 on Shibarium Shibarium has seen a sharp…

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Dogecoin (DOGE) developer Dogecoin Cash has filed a utility patent application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to protect core technology for its blockchain ecosystem, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. The move signals a significant step toward formalizing the technical infrastructure behind one of the most widely recognized cryptocurrencies. Patent Details and Technical Focus The patent application builds on a previous provisional filing and describes a modular, independent blockchain framework designed to improve the convenience of Dogecoin transactions. According to the filing, the framework aims to simplify the deployment of decentralized applications (dApps) and provide transaction…

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Morgan Stanley, one of the world’s largest investment banks, has increased its Bitcoin holdings by 395.6 $BTC over the past 24 hours, according to data from the blockchain analytics platform Onchain Lens. The acquisition, valued at approximately $25.81 million at current market prices, brings the firm’s total Bitcoin treasury to 3,389 $BTC. Institutional Bitcoin Accumulation Continues The purchase, detected through on-chain wallet tracking, signals a continued commitment to cryptocurrency exposure by traditional financial institutions. Morgan Stanley first disclosed Bitcoin holdings in its regulatory filings earlier this year, and this latest transaction represents one of the larger single-day additions by a…

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Ethereum is trying to turn its latest rebound into a confirmed recovery, with analysts watching two key signals: a reclaim of $2,000 and a bullish MACD cross. Nebraskangooner says $ETH may have formed a bottom if it can move back above $2,000, while MikybullCrypto sees the MACD setup opening the door to a move above $2,400. Ethereum is showing early signs of recovery, but a key resistance level still stands in the way of confirming a broader trend reversal, according to crypto analyst Nebraskangooner. In a post on X, the analyst said $ETH is displaying “some promising signs locally” but…

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Token Terminal recently shared insights on the potential of EUR stablecoins, emphasizing their growing market opportunity. The tweet highlights that on-chain EUR stablecoins have a market cap of approximately $770 million, while off-chain EUR stablecoins boast a staggering $16 trillion. This information was shared in a tweet that can be viewed here. Market Snapshot The cryptocurrency landscape has seen considerable conversation surrounding USD stablecoins, but Token Terminal’s recent commentary shifts focus towards EUR stablecoins. The organization points out that while the on-chain EUR market is valued at about $770 million, the off-chain counterpart presents a vastly larger opportunity with a…

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Securitize, a platform focused on tokenization of real-world assets, announced the expansion of its Securitize Tokenised AAA CLO Fund (STAC) to the Solana blockchain. At the same time, Ethena Labs, a company developing blockchain-based financial infrastructure, plans to allocate $250 million to the fund. The commitment is one of the largest investments in tokenized structured credit products within the Solana ecosystem. STAC is a tokenized fund that invests in AAA-rated collateralized loan obligations (CLOs). The product was created together with BNY, a global banking and asset servicing company. BNY acts as custodian of the fund’s assets and also provides investment…

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Cryptocurrency research firm K33 Research suggested that the STRC product issued by Strategy could play a significant role in Bitcoin’s mid-month price surge. According to the company’s report, Bitcoin recorded strong gains in the middle weeks of both March and April, and K33 Research Head Vetle Lunde believes this trend could continue this week. The report stated that the STRC dividend mechanism had an impact on the market. STRC dividends are paid on the last day of each month, and investors need to purchase shares before the dividend payout date of the 15th of the month to be eligible. This…

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As of June 17, 2026, Ethereum is trading around $1,775, a level that defines the Ethereum price today with stark clarity. $ETH is not in freefall, yet it is not recovering either — it grinds sideways beneath declining moving averages while the broader market sheds nearly 2%. $ETH/USDT — daily chart with candlesticks, EMA20/EMA50 and volume. Key takeaways $ETH trades at $1,775 with a daily RSI of 43.5, stuck below the 20-day EMA at $1,794. $BTC dominance at 56.2% and the Fear & Greed Index at 22 signal persistent risk aversion across crypto. The daily MACD histogram has turned positive,…

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Range, a fintech company specializing in stablecoin and fiat asset management, has raised $8.3 million in a Series A funding round. The investment was led by TX Ventures and SixThirty, two traditional fintech-focused funds, signaling growing institutional interest in bridging digital and traditional finance infrastructure. Funding Details and Strategic Backing The Series A round brings Range’s total funding to a level that underscores investor confidence in its integrated approach. TX Ventures and SixThirty, known for backing regulated financial technology firms, participated alongside other undisclosed investors. The funds are earmarked for building a unified platform that combines finance management, risk management,…

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Pharos Network ($PROS), a finance-focused Layer 1 blockchain, has expanded payment options for its AI Model-as-a-Service (MaaS) platform, now accepting both $PROS tokens and $USDC. The move, announced via the project’s official X account, aims to streamline access for developers and AI agents utilizing the platform’s advanced models. Platform Integration and Discounts The MaaS platform, developed in collaboration with ZAN—an infrastructure provider tailored for AI agents—incorporates a built-in x402 protocol designed specifically for automated AI agent payments. Users who choose to pay subscription fees with $PROS tokens will receive a 20% discount on their monthly costs, providing a tangible incentive…

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