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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.

Socios.com Secures Crucial European Regulatory Milestone

Imagine the excitement when a major player in the crypto world hits a significant regulatory milestone! That’s exactly what happened with Socios.com, the innovative fan token platform powered by Chiliz (CHZ). They recently announced a groundbreaking achievement: provisional MiCA approval from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). This is not just a small step; it’s a monumental leap forward for the platform and the broader fan token ecosystem within the European Union. What Does MiCA Approval Mean for Socios.com’s Future? The Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation is the EU’s comprehensive framework designed to bring much-needed clarity and stability to the…

LegalAug 29

Unraveling the $400 Million Mystery

The cryptocurrency world is buzzing after an unprecedented Binance USDT transfer caught the attention of market observers. A staggering 400,000,000 USDT, valued at approximately $400 million, moved from the leading exchange Binance to an unidentified wallet. This monumental transaction, flagged by the blockchain tracking service Whale Alert, raises immediate questions and fuels speculation across the digital asset landscape. What does such a colossal movement signify for the market? What Triggered This Massive Binance USDT Transfer? On [Insert Date of Report, e.g., November 15th, 2023], Whale Alert, a popular blockchain transaction tracker, reported a colossal Binance USDT transfer. This isn’t just…

ExchangesAug 29

Crypto loans skyrocket 42% as Tether dominates CeFi lending

Borrowing activity in crypto markets accelerated sharply in the second quarter of 2025, according to new figures from Galaxy Research. The study found that loans backed by digital assets across DeFi protocols climbed to a record $26.47 billion, up 42.1% from the previous quarter. That surge lifted the overall balance of crypto-collateralized loans, including both DeFi and centralized finance (CeFi) platforms, to $44.25 billion at the end of June. The increase of $10.12 billion quarter-over-quarter represents one of the largest jumps since the bull market years of late 2021 and early 2022, when outstanding loans briefly topped $50 billion. The…

DeFiAug 29

Bullish Bitcoin Driver Based on Ethereum Revealed by '$1 Million BTC’ Samson Mow

Samson Mow, a renowned Bitcoin supporter and CEO of JAN3, continues to issue posts about Ethereum, criticizing the second-largest cryptocurrency while praising BTC. This time, he has noted a significant increase in the amount of Ethereum that is about to be unstaked and withdrawn by validators. In light of his recent posts, Mow hints that this is going to be bullish for Bitcoin. Last week, Mow also stated that Ethereum would never flippen Bitcoin. More Ethereum about to be unstaked In a recent X post, the JAN3 CEO stressed that the amount of Ethereum to be unstaked continues to grow.…

EthereumAug 29

Fed Chair Jerome Powell is in Charge of Bitcoin and Altcoins! So What Should We Expect in the Short Term?

The decline in Bitcoin (BTC) and altcoins, which began last week with US macro data and decreasing expectations for a Fed interest rate cut, continues as markets prepare for a possible hawkish stance from the Fed. As Bitcoin approaches a 6-week low, investors await the minutes of the Fed's July meeting and Fed Chair Jerome Powell's speech in Jackson Hole. As expectations for a Fed rate cut in September waned, increased profit-taking and expectations of a possible hawkish statement from Powell pushed Bitcoin below $113,000. Major altcoins like Ethereum (ETH), XRP, and Cardano (ADA) also experienced significant declines. Speaking to…

RegulationAug 29

Binance’s CZ Urges Hong Kong to Broaden Crypto Listings!

Founder of Binance CZ, Changpeng Zhao, opined that Hong Kong ought to have more cryptocurrencies opened up. Hong Kong simply allows being listed on four coins, including Bitcoin, Ether, Avalanche and Chainlink, which, according to him, is not enough to transform the city into a powerful crypto listings hub. He requests regulators to adopt a more lenient regime, such as that of Japan, where licensed exchanges may list more tokens without everyone having to be included in large financial indexes. This flexibility, said CZ, could allow Hong Kong to compete with the U.S., UAE, and Japan as a global crypto…

LegalAug 29

UAE digital bank Zand offers CoinMENA users seamless fiat to crypto integration

UAE banks are increasingly entering the crypto ecosystem. UAE digital bank Zand, an AI-powered Fintech and financial services group and CoinMENA FZE, a leading crypto trading platform, have partnered to offer CoinMENA’s clients across the region with seamless and secure fiat-to-crypto integration. As per the press release, clients will be able to transfer funds between their Zand Bank account and CoinMENA wallet. Zand’s AI and blockchain infrastructure will ensure efficient banking services for CoinMENA users. Moreover, the services will cover fiat, crypto, and stablecoin conversions in a secure and seamless manner. Michael Chan, CEO of Zand, notes that they partnered…

ExchangesAug 29

MetaMask Guide: The Gateway to Web3

MetaMask is a non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet that serves as the primary gateway between web browsers and blockchain networks. Over 100 million users rely on it to interact with Web3 applications while keeping control of their private keys. Since launching in 2016, this browser extension and mobile app have become essential infrastructure for Web3 by removing the technical barriers that once limited blockchain access to specialists. The numbers paint a clear picture of mainstream adoption: billions of transactions processed since 2021, $10 billion in swap volume, and integration with thousands of decentralized applications spanning gaming, finance, and digital collectibles. MetaMask goes…

BlockchainAug 29

Flare’s XRP Yield-Bearing Structure Adopted by Everything Blockchain Inc.

The digital asset treasury company, Everything Blockchain Inc., is set to become the second publicly-traded entity to adopt an XRP yield-bearing structure created by Flare. As a layer-1 network focused on decentralized finance (DeFi) interoperability, Flare has been focused on expanding institutional adoption for XRP. A press release sent to CryptoPotato revealed that Everything Blockchain has entered a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to adopt Flare’s XRP DeFi (XRPFi) framework. This development comes after the Nasdaq-listed energy solutions provider VivoPower International committed $100 million in XRP to the Flare ecosystem. Everything Blockchain Embraces Flare’s XRPFi According to Flare, the XRPFi strategy…

DeFiAug 29

Will Ethereum (ETH) Rise Again? Analysis Firm Says "Yes", Explains What's Needed for a Stopping Decline and a Rise!

After Bitcoin surpassed $124,000 last week and reached a new ATH, expectations for a new ATH for Ethereum (ETH) have also increased. ETH, which came very close to breaking its previous ATH in 2021, experienced a sharp decline following macroeconomic data from the US. It is stated that there is a risk of continuing the decline for Ethereum, which fell from the levels of $ 4,700 to $ 4,200. At this point, analysis company Matrixport stated that the rise in Ethereum is due to treasury companies. Sharing its current analysis from the X account, Matrixport stated that Ethereum's rise depends…

EthereumAug 29