Author: NBTC

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.

Bitcoin’s mysterious founder, Satoshi Nakamoto, has now become the 11th richest person in the world, with the value of his cryptocurrencies exceeding $130 billion. According to Arkham Intelligence data, the value of Bitcoins in wallets thought to belong to Nakamoto has surpassed that of Microsoft founder Bill Gates ($117 billion) and Dell Technologies founder Michael Dell ($126.5 billion), with the BTC price increasing by 14 percent in the last month. Calculated at Bitcoin’s current price of $118,912, this wealth puts Satoshi just $12 billion behind Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett, who has long been known for his critical stance against…

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WeChat has had “Crazy Frog” as an unofficial mascot since 2016, but the company officially declared “Froggie” to be its English-language name. This followed a campaign of community support, including a Froggie meme coin. The token subsequently spiked 23% to reach a $19 million market cap, but this has since diminished. WeChat doesn’t have any official interest in the meme coin sector, and future engagement with the asset seems unlikely. WeChat Names Froggie Mascot In today’s market, meme coins can have a wide variety of backgrounds and origin stories, some of which are patently silly. For example, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao’s…

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Imagine a world where your digital transactions cost significantly less, making everyday crypto interactions smoother and more affordable. For users and developers on the Tron network, this isn’t just a dream – it’s a rapidly unfolding reality. Recent data reveals a staggering 70% drop in Tron transaction fees, a development poised to reshape how we interact with decentralized applications and digital assets. Since the rollout of its innovative ‘Gas-Free’ feature in early 2025, the Tron network has witnessed its average weekly transaction fee plummet from 2.47 TRX to a mere 0.72 TRX. This dramatic reduction, highlighted by Lookonchain on X,…

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Electric vehicle firm Volcon has announced a change in its corporate strategy, revealing plans to adopt a Bitcoin treasury. The company disclosed this major development through a press release, which confirmed that it secured over $500 million in a private placement offering to support its new Bitcoin-focused treasury approach. Volcon Adopts Bitcoin Treasury with $500M According to the release, Volcon reached a purchase agreement with several institutional and accredited investors, selling over 50 million shares at a price of $10 each. Meanwhile, to facilitate the move, Volcon partnered with Gemini Nustar, a Gemini Trust Company affiliate, for digital asset services.…

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The cryptocurrency market is always buzzing with new developments, but every now and then, a project emerges that truly captures attention. Enter CUDIS, a name that has recently been on the lips of many crypto enthusiasts after experiencing a remarkable surge. According to CoinMarketCap data, CUDIS has rocketed by an impressive 44.36% over the past 24 hours, currently trading at $0.07842. This isn’t just another fleeting pump; CUDIS represents a fascinating convergence of cutting-edge technologies: artificial intelligence (AI), wearable technology, and blockchain, all geared towards incentivizing a healthier lifestyle. Let’s delve deeper into what makes this Solana-based project so compelling…

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There are growing speculations on X that BlackRock and Ripple may be working together closely behind the scenes. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink recently said “The next generation for markets will be tokenisation.” His goal is to bring over $100 trillion worth of assets, including stocks, bonds, and real estate, onto the blockchain. Ripple’s Tokenization Strategy Mirrors BlackRock’s However, to achieve that level of transformation, one thing is essential: digital identity. This is where Ripple becomes highly relevant. Ripple has been actively developing technologies around digital identity, cross-border payments, and is now pushing into tokenized real-world assets, including real estate, treasuries,…

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From NFT collection to Wall Street’s radar. Pudgy Penguins’ $PENGU token experienced dramatic swings in 2025, from a peak market cap of $2.8 billion in January to a low of $0.003715 in April, before recovering by over 800%. The project now ranks among the top 50 cryptocurrencies while building partnerships with NASCAR, Walmart, and traditional publishing houses. The surge represents more than just another memecoin pump. Pudgy Penguins has built a comprehensive Web3 entertainment brand that spans gaming, merchandise, media partnerships, and blockchain infrastructure. The project now achieves billions of daily GIF views, has secured partnerships with major brands like…

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Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino confirmed that by the end-of-year (EOY), the company will release the Bitcoin Mining OS (MOS) under an open‑source license. This operating system is designed to operate at scales, from small home setups to full industrial mining farms with hundreds of thousands of machines. Testing new version of Mining OS by Tether ⛏️Open-sourcing process on track for EOY. pic.twitter.com/wTbaY7Rmxs — Paolo Ardoino 🤖 (@paoloardoino) July 25, 2025 Ardoino said that the new version of the OS is currently being tested. It was stated that MOS will feature a modular, peer‑to‑peer IoT architecture supporting a variety of setups,…

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Zircuit, a prominent zero-knowledge rollup forum that is compatible with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), has unveiled a new project to benefit users. In this respect, it is launching “Hyperliquid for AI Trading,” to advance on-chain finance with AI-driven, rapid trading capabilities. As Zircuit announced in its recent X thread, with Hyperliquid for AI Trading, it endeavors to benefit blockchain-savvy community. Hence, the latest project is poised to bolster on-chain finance innovation led by AI-driven and lightning-fast trading functionalities. 1/🚀 Announcing Zircuit’s next product: “Hyperliquid for AI Trading”We’re bringing lightning‑fast, AI‑driven trading to the same community that trusts our $950 M on‑chain vaults 👇…

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Corporate Bitcoin adoption continues its proliferation as more companies pursue accumulation strategies for their treasuries. Firms can benefit from capital appreciation, diversification, and an inflation hedge if executed properly. However, not all Bitcoin acquisition strategies are created equal. If a company’s sole purpose is to hold BTC without sufficient resources or scale, it can risk total collapse during extended bear market periods. A chain reaction could further amplify downward pressure that could prove catastrophic. Varying Approaches to Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Institutional Bitcoin adoption is rising worldwide, with Bitcoin Treasuries data indicating that holdings have doubled since 2024. Public companies now…

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