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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.

A significant and anonymous cryptocurrency investor, known as a ‘whale,’ has executed a stunning $80.7 million Ethereum withdrawal from the Binance exchange, immediately depositing the colossal sum into the secure vaults of institutional custody firm BitGo. This massive transaction, tracked by the blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain, represents one of the largest single exchange outflows of 2025 and provides a powerful signal about sophisticated investor sentiment toward long-term Ethereum holding strategies. Consequently, market analysts are scrutinizing the move for its potential implications on market liquidity and price stability. Analyzing the $80.7 Million Ethereum Whale Withdrawal The transaction originated from the anonymous…

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ETHGas launched $GWEI on Jan. 21, grew it to a $232 million circulating market cap by Apr. 21, and paired the token with live product rollout. Open Gas delivered working WETH rebates, with 6,358 users eligible for 2.4778 $ETH across five protocols, while expansion to $BNB Chain is underway. Multi-Relay Support and a $3 billion ether.fi agreement pushed validator adoption and institutional traction into focus this quarter. ETHGas spent its first 90 days trying to prove that Ethereum’s base layer can become faster and more usable without sending users elsewhere. What makes the opening quarter stand out is that the…

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On Thursday, April 23, Bitcoin’s hashprice stood at $36.46 per petahash per second, and every one of the 14 top-ranked ASIC miners tracked in current profitability data is generating positive daily returns for operators paying $0.04 per kilowatt-hour. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin’s hashprice hit $36.46 per PH/s on April 23, 2026, keeping all 14 tracked ASIC miners profitable at $0.04/kWh, asicminervalue.com stats show. Bitmain’s Antminer S23 Hydro 3U leads estimated daily earnings at $31.62. 13 of the 14 top-ranked bitcoin ASIC miners as of April 23, 2026, require hydro-cooling or immersion-style infrastructure, according to manufacturer specifications. The Top 14 Most Profitable…

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The Cardano ($ADA) $NFT ecosystem faces a significant transition as JPG.STORE, a prominent $NFT marketplace on the network, announces shutdown. The platform confirmed it will cease all operations permanently. According to a statement cited by BeInCrypto, the team explained that sustaining operations is no longer feasible. This decision marks the end of a key infrastructure piece for Cardano-based digital collectibles. JPG.STORE Shutdown: Key Dates and Service Suspensions JPG.STORE has implemented immediate changes. As of April 23, the platform suspended several core services. These include new product listings, order processing, and loan functions. The permanent shutdown is scheduled for May 23.…

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Cryptocurrency analytics company CryptoQuant pointed to a significant supply contraction in its latest assessment of the Ethereum market. According to the company’s data, Ethereum’s liquid supply has fallen to its lowest level since 2024. CryptoQuant’s analysis, based particularly on Binance data, indicates a significant decrease in the amount of $ETH available for immediate trading in the market. It argues that this could ease selling pressure in the short term and have a supportive effect on prices. According to the data, total Ethereum reserves on Binance remain relatively balanced at approximately 3.44 million $ETH, while the liquid supply has dropped to…

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While Bitcoin broke record after record in 2025, Ethereum only managed to surpass its 2021 all-time high once and couldn’t even break above $5,000. Ethereum has been underperforming compared to Bitcoin, and is currently 50% below its all-time high. However, according to a new report, Ethereum ($ETH) could also reach triple digits. A new report from Etherealize suggests that $ETH could reach $250,000, catching up with the monetary premium of gold and Bitcoin (BTC). A new report from Etherealize, a startup that received investment from Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin, suggests that Ethereum could surpass $250,000 per $ETH if it catches…

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TL;DR SoFi enables direct Solana deposits for its 13.7 million customers under federal charter. Unlike other banks’ brokerage-style access, SoFi allows real on-chain Solana transfers. The bank holds over $50 billion in assets and operates under US federal supervision. SoFi just rewrote the rules of the American banking system. The nationally chartered bank now accepts direct deposits on the Solana ($SOL) network, making its 13.7 million customers the first users of a regulated US bank able to move assets directly on a public blockchain without leaving their usual banking interface. The announcement came on February 27, 2026, through SoFi’s official…

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A fresh move from Tom Lee is turning heads again. This time, it is not just buying. It is locking funds away. His firm, BitMine, has staked nearly $142 million worth of Ethereum and it did so through Coinbase Prime. At first glance, it looks simple. But the timing tells a deeper story. Big $ETH Move Signals Long-Term Bet According to on-chain data, Tom Lee’s BitMine moved about 61,000 $ETH for staking. The total value stands at $141.95 million. This is not a small test. It is a clear signal. BitMine is not preparing to sell. Instead, it is choosing…

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Ethereum price rallied nearly 5% to reclaim the $2,400 mark on Wednesday amid a broader market rebound as crude oil prices fell. According to data from crypto.news, Ethereum (ETH) price rose 4.8% to $2,402 on April 22, extending its monthly gains to over 17%. Trading at $2,388, the token, however, remains 29% below its year-to-date high of $3,354. While the token is still far below its yearly high, three catalysts could be serving as a tailwind, providing the necessary momentum to move back above $3,000. First, the token has seen steady demand from institutional investors over the past two weeks.…

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Ethereum price started a recovery wave above the $2,300 zone. $ETH is now consolidating and might struggle to continue higher above the $2,385 resistance. Ethereum started a recovery wave from the $2,250 zone. The price is trading above $2,320 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a rising channel forming with resistance at $2,365 on the hourly chart of $ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,385 zone. Ethereum Price Faces Hurdles Ethereum price remained bid above the $2,250 support zone, like Bitcoin. $ETH price formed a base and…

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