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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.
Trump is a major player in the crypto industry. He launched the TRUMP meme coin last year, with thousands of people losing a fortune as its price plunged. Trump also launched World Liberty Financial, which operates the USD1 stablecoin. World Liberty recently received a provisional bank charter from the OCC. Trump Media is also a big holder of Bitcoin, while his sons have large stakes in companies in the crypto industry, including American Bitcoin. The CLARITY Act would benefit a company like Coinbase because of its strong presence across various industries. It is the biggest exchange in the United States.…
After all, regulatory uncertainty would make it harder for potential buyers, especially traditional financial firms, less willing to pursue acquisitions in the U.S., particularly when the target’s business depends on tokens or activities whose regulatory treatment could change. But bankers and investors who spoke to CoinDesk don’t expect the Clarity Act’s setback to slam the brakes on crypto M&A. Instead, they see a more uneven effect: deals in areas where regulators have already provided clearer rules may keep moving, while businesses exposed to unresolved regulatory questions could remain harder to buy. “The Clarity Act’s setback doesn’t change the trajectory,” said…
Market Pulse Currently, the trading volume for Base remains unreported, but the introduction of tokenized stocks is poised to significantly impact user engagement and trading activity. As the market navigates through various sentiments, this new offering could serve as a catalyst for increased participation in the Base ecosystem. Traders are closely monitoring this development, which may shift the dynamics of trading in decentralized finance. Base is a decentralized finance platform that emphasizes tokenization and accessibility in trading. The recent launch of tokenized stocks falls within its strategic initiatives to broaden its financial product offerings and attract more users. This aligns…
That is a modest change in geographic concentration, with a clearer shift in the balance between the two largest mining locations. Luxor Technology’s mining data platform Hashrate Index labels the report its fourth-quarter update, but the figures describe observations from the preceding third quarter. Its July 16 comparison edition described June estimates. The October publication is neither a completed fourth-quarter result nor a live census of where machines are operating on Oct. 6. A smaller US share leaves the same three leaders The comparison separates absolute mining activity from network share. Estimated US hashrate declined as its share fell from…
Bitcoin $BTC News: Why the $370M Purchase Matters The latest Bitcoin $BTC news is important because large corporate purchases can influence how investors view Bitcoin’s long-term demand. Strategy has become one of the best-known corporate Bitcoin holders, using its treasury strategy to accumulate $BTC over time. The reported $370 million purchase shows that corporate Bitcoin demand has returned during a period of strong price momentum. This is different from short-term retail buying because corporate treasury purchases can be part of a longer-term strategy. The purchase also comes as Bitcoin trades above $80K. Holding this level matters because major round numbers…
Token Metrics The broader cryptocurrency market is currently exhibiting mixed signals, largely influenced by Ethereum’s substantial onchain activity. As Ethereum navigates through critical support and resistance levels, traders remain on high alert. Its recent performance, combined with the overall market dynamics, indicates a potential shift in sentiment that could affect other assets within the crypto space. Ethereum serves as a decentralized platform that enables smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Its significant issuance of RWAs and stablecoins positions it as a foundational element in the evolving cryptocurrency market, warranting close attention from investors and traders alike. What to Watch Traders…
The decline accelerated as traders assessed the Federal Open Market Committee meeting scheduled for Sept. 15–16. Futures tied to the federal funds rate placed the probability of a 25-basis-point increase above 92%, making a hike the market’s main expectation rather than a low-probability risk. An increase of that size would lift the Fed’s target range from 3.50%–3.75% to 3.75%–4.00%. The decision is due on Sept. 16, followed by comments from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh that could indicate whether officials view the increase as a single response to inflation or the start of a longer tightening period. Earlier on Sept. 15,…
$ZEC uses zk-SNARKs with selective disclosure. Users can keep activity private while sharing viewing keys for audits. Monero takes a stricter approach. $XMR hides senders, receivers, and transaction amounts by default, creating stronger privacy but more exchange compliance difficulty. For the best altcoin to buy debate, the split is clear: ZCash offers privacy with optional disclosure. Monero makes privacy mandatory across transactions. Regulation and exchange access remain major factors for both. ZCash currently has the stronger institutional narrative, while Monero keeps the more privacy-first design. Solana and Virtuals Add AI Growth Solana remains a major network for decentralized trading, memecoin…
By the Numbers Currently, the market is experiencing mixed signals as regulatory frameworks evolve across different countries. The lack of specific trading volumes reported indicates a cautious approach by investors amid these regulatory shifts. Overall, the market remains vigilant as traders adjust to the implications of these new rules and regulations in Asia’s cryptocurrency space. Japan’s new tax framework is designed to enhance compliance among crypto asset holders, ensuring that undeclared assets come under scrutiny. The regulatory authorities, particularly the Ministry of Finance, have jurisdiction over these types of financial instruments, enabling them to enforce tax regulations effectively. What Comes…
What Concrete and CT do CT is the governance and configuration token of Concrete, a protocol that positions itself as a full-stack institutional operating system for on-chain finance, spanning asset issuance, vault infrastructure, accounting, and working capital. The token has a maximum supply of 1 billion, and it already trades on spot markets including Binance, Coinbase, and OKX. Concrete has been building out institutional DeFi tooling this year, teaming up with Euler earlier in 2026 to develop institutional lending rails, part of a broader push to bring regulated-style infrastructure to decentralized markets. A derivatives listing gives institutional users another venue…