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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.

Over $9.9B in Litecoin whale transactions sparks speculation of a bullish reversal if LTC breaks the $100 barrier. Institutional interest and ETF chatter fuel optimism, but market remains cautious as whale activity rises. In a remarkable display of activity—similar to CNF’s 2024 coverage on Litecoin whales making big moves—Litecoin (LTC) has recently seen a significant surge in large-scale transactions within the past 24 hours. According to data from IntoTheBlock, transactions exceeding $100,000 have collectively amounted to 107 million LTC, equivalent to an impressive $9.99 billion in value. This uptick highlights renewed interest from major investors, commonly referred to as “whales,”…

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While a favorable ruling could expedite the resolution of Ripple’s long-standing legal battle with the SEC, any delays or unfavorable outcomes could prolong the case until 2027. XRP’s price has climbed over 20% in the past week, surpassing $2, with analysts suggesting it may enter a bullish Wave 5 pattern. The struggle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is nearing its end, which has been going on for more than five years in courtrooms. Thus, Ripple is now pushing for a significant judicial clarification that could reshape its future business trajectory and influence overall crypto…

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Vietnam is charging into the global crypto race with a bold plan to pilot a national exchange, signaling massive momentum for digital asset regulation and innovation. Vietnam Unveils Plan to Pilot National Crypto Exchange Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance announced on April 17 that it is preparing a proposal to pilot a domestic crypto exchange, as part of efforts to establish a regulatory structure for digital assets. This initiative was confirmed during a meeting in Hanoi between Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang and Bybit Technology Co. Ltd. co-founder Ben Zhou. Minister Thang, via a Google translation, said Vietnam ranks third globally…

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Bitcoin price action has remained largely subdued over the past two months, with the crypto king stuck in a broadening descending wedge pattern. Despite several attempts, BTC has failed to breach critical resistance levels. However, historical trends and improving macro indicators suggest that recovery might be within reach. Bitcoin Is Doing Much Better Bitcoin’s market value to realized value, or supply MVRV, dropped to 0.88 this week. This metric highlights the extent of loss realized by the average BTC investor. While this level signals losses, it is not as severe as past major corrections, such as those in 2018 or…

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Ethereum’s price action has been quiet but calculated in recent weeks. Hovering around the $1,600 mark, ETH seems to be forming a base but is it preparing for a breakout, or is more downside coming? With key technical indicators aligning and moving averages tightening, Ethereum might be gearing up for a pivotal move. Let’s break down what the charts are telling us and what could happen next. Ethereum Price Prediction: What’s Driving ETH’s Current Price Behavior? Ethereum price is currently trading at approximately $1,595. Although it hasn’t made any explosive moves lately, it’s showing resilience. The broader crypto market is…

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Walrus Protocol has announced a strategic partnership with Pyth Network to bring highly accurate and reliable token price feeds to its network. Pyth Network is a decentralized oracle that brings real-world pricing data to digital asset projects operating in blockchain. On the other hand, Walrus Protocol (WAL) is a decentralized data storage network that runs on top of Sui blockchain. This protocol functions to offer storage that is scalable, efficient, and reliable for DApps, which need top-notch security and data integrity. Walrus Protocol has become a major solution for various decentralized applications that require efficient and secure data storage in…

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Slovenia’s finance ministry has proposed a 25% tax on personal profits from crypto asset disposals, seeking to close a tax system loophole that currently exempts individual investors while taxing business income from crypto trading. The proposed legislation aims to ensure greater fairness in the taxation of investment income among Slovenian citizens. Currently, individuals trading crypto enjoy a tax advantage over traditional investments, something the government now seeks to balance. Under the draft legislation, profits realized from converting crypto into fiat currency, such as euros, or using crypto to pay for goods and services would be taxed. However, exchanging one crypto…

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Despite pessimism captivating cryptocurrency markets, Binance (BNB), the largest cryptocurrency exchange ecosystem, demonstrates prominent growth in a number of major indicators. The exchange’s ex-CEO Changpeng Zhao dropped an ironic comment on his role. “Just posting on X”: CZ comments on Binance’s metrics surging Binance (BNB), world’s largest exchange by trading volume and user count, registered a massive upsurge in some business metrics, community enthusiast @Berit1p pointed out on X. Namely, its DEX volume reached $2.1 billion in equivalent in seven days. Since @cz_binance return, BNB Chain has shown strong growth:- Stablecoin market cap increased by $2B- $100M liquidity program launched-…

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What’s on the minds of cryptocurrency enthusiasts this weekend? Touching grass? Planning their summer vacation? No, today, Sunday, April 6, the minds of most crypto market participants, judging by what social media are full of, are threatened by the idea that tomorrow may turn into a “Black Monday” not only for the traditional market, but for Bitcoin (BTC) and other digital assets too. Arthur Hayes, a popular speaker and former CEO of the cryptocurrency exchange BitMex, also asks his audience the question with these two ominous words in formula. For the expert, all eyes are on 6 p.m. GMT —…

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A crypto whale has recently obtained significant attention across the community with a massive transaction. As per the data from Onchain Lens, a whale that has been inactive for 1.8 years has recently transacted a staggering 7,488 $ETH to the well-known brokerage firm FalconX. The popular on-chain data platform took to social media to reveal this event. A whale has transferred 7,488 $ETH worth $11.92M to #FalconX after being inactive for 1.8 years.The wallet still holds 10,322 ETH, valued at $16.48M.https://t.co/v8KmDARnKf pic.twitter.com/NDhTV4ALvw — Onchain Lens (@OnchainLens) April 19, 2025 Whale Transacts $11.92M in $ETH after Remaining Inactive to 1.8-Year Dormancy…

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