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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 Transformative Leap for Regulatory Clarity

The world of digital assets is a whirlwind of innovation, constantly evolving at a pace that often leaves traditional legal frameworks scrambling to catch up. For the United Kingdom, a nation with a rich history of financial leadership, navigating this dynamic landscape and fostering innovation while ensuring stability in the burgeoning crypto sector is paramount. This is precisely where the recent relaunch of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Crypto and Digital Assets steps in, signaling a renewed, proactive commitment to establishing vital UK crypto regulation and clarity. This move is not just a bureaucratic formality; it’s a significant step…

RegulationAug 4

Bitcoin Mining Is Tougher Than Ever — So Why Are Miners Smiling?

Bitcoin’s mining difficulty surged to an all-time high of 127.6 trillion in August 2025. The move reflects a continued expansion of global computational power, securing the network. However, despite the increased technical challenge, miner profitability is quietly climbing, a rare dynamic analysts say could signal a new phase in the Bitcoin (BTC) market cycle. Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Hits Record High The next mining difficulty adjustment, expected on August 9, is projected to lower the metric slightly to around 124.71 trillion. Bitcoin Mining Difficulty. Source: Coinwarz This adjustment aims to bring the average block time back to the 10-minute target, down…

MiningAug 4

Ice Open Network and CoreNet Forge New Path for Permissionless AI Access

Ice Open Network (ION), a cutting-edge L1 blockchain network, has announced its latest collaboration with CoreNet Coin. The partnership aims to advance the accessibility of the decentralized AI ecosystem for creators. As per ION’s social media announcement, the development focuses on strengthening the creator-led digital decentralized network. In this respect, the mutual effort offers a wide range of exclusive AI tools to bolster creator experience. 🤝 We’re excited to welcome @CoreNet_Coin to the Online+ and Ice Open Network ecosystem. CoreNet is reimagining how we access AI—no logins, no subscriptions, no centralized control. Just a wallet, and you're in. With CoreNet’s…

BlockchainAug 4

US Economy in a 'Goldilocks-Like Equilibrium' as Bitcoin Blasts Past $121K

Bitcoin is continuing its ascent into unexplored territory as a set of macroeconomic and fiscal policies converge. The largest crypto by market cap swelled to a record $121,800 on Sunday and is on track to set a new high in the early Asian session on Monday. Singapore firm QCP Capital attributed the milestone to "both exuberance and structural strength" in its latest market note. Two forces dominate the macroeconomic landscape—President Donald Trump’s Tariffs and the U.S.’s dominant fiscal position. QCP called it “just-in-case financing” as global supply chains continue frontloading imports and production ahead of anticipated U.S. tariffs. This has…

BitcoinAug 4

Expect New Record for Ethereum (ETH) by This Date!

The recovery in cryptocurrencies over the weekend revived the upward trend in the market and breathed new life into the bulls. As interest in Ethereum increases, price expectations also rise. At this point, Ethereum (ETH) has come into focus as activity in the options market suggests an explosive end to the year. Accordingly, investors have set a price target of $6,000 for Ethereum by the end of 2025 and are increasingly confident in it. Speaking to Decrypt, Nick Forster, founder of options platform Derive, stated that the main driver of the positive sentiment in the market is the stabilization of…

EthereumAug 3

Donald Trump’s ‘Golden Age of Crypto’ Takes Shape With White House Working Group Report

Donald Trump’s cryptocurrency-friendly administration is set to usher in America’s “golden age of crypto,” quickly enabling digital asset trading at the federal level and also embracing decentralized finance (DeFi), according to a preview of a keenly-awaited report from the White House later today. Much of what is highlighted in a concise fact sheet from the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets is already in motion within Trump’s sweeping legislative agenda for crypto: the GENIUS Act for stablecoins, and Clarity Act to oversee crypto markets. What is not included — at least in the report preview — is any detail…

RegulationAug 3

Adam Beck's Blockstream Unveils Bitcoin-Powered, Liquid Network-Based Smart Contracts

Bitcoin development firm Blockstream has unveiled "Simplicity," a programming language for smart contracts built on the layer-2 network Liquid. Co-founded by cryptographer and early Bitcoin contributor Dr. Adam Back, Blockstream has introduced Simplicity with the aim of solving the limitations of Bitcoin as a venue for smart contracts. "Simplicity gives Bitcoin expressive smart contracting power, but without the security problems associated with VM-based chains," said Back in an emailed announcement on Thursday. "It’s built from the ground up to be formally specified, secure, and efficient.” The push for Bitcoin-native programmability has gained momentum in recent years, especially since the introduction…

BlockchainAug 3

NFT Sales Spike in July—but Still Miles Below 2024’s Highs

Non-fungible token (NFT) sales saw an increase in July, jumping 50.14% higher than sales recorded in June. Despite the rise, NFT sales in July 2025 were still 35.02% lower than the numbers recorded at the end of 2024. From Bust to Bump: NFT Market Sees 50% Lift, but Is It Too Little, Too Late? This past July, stats from cryptoslam.io show Ethereum led all blockchains in NFT sales volume, recording $296.5 million—a 69.63% increase from the previous period. Much of that was driven by NFT collections such as Cryptopunks, which brought in $62.7 million, up 491.79%, and Pudgy Penguins, which…

NFTAug 3

Ether Treasuries Target Yield, but Risk Looms, Says Wall Street Broker Bernstein

Ether {{ETH}} treasury firms are emerging with a new playbook: Treat the cryptocurrency not just as a reserve asset, but as yield-generating capital. In recent months, several companies have unveiled ether treasury strategies that generate passive yield through ETH staking. These include BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) and SharpLink Gaming (SBET). According to a report from Wall Street broker Bernstein published on Monday, these companies are structuring treasuries around the second-largest cryptocurrency, staking assets to earn operating income while supporting the network’s financial base. While bitcoin treasuries like Strategy’s (MSTR) favor liquidity and passive holding, ether treasuries are leaning into staking…

EthereumAug 3

Burwick Law chief reveals vision for New York

Burwick Law chief Max Burwick has revealed that students will be handed public and private investments to help them launch their own companies if he’s elected mayor of New York later this year. In an interview with Protos, Burwick outlined the policy, along with his plans to turn New York into the “official home of crypto” if he’s successful in November’s election. Burwick clarified that his investment proposal isn’t just limited to young people. “I have an affinity to founders and I want to make sure that the best and brightest from the public universities here don’t have to go…

RegulationAug 3