Author: NBTC
When Ethereum launched on July 30, 2015, it set out to be more than just another cryptocurrency. It aimed to expand the boundaries of blockchain technology itself. While Bitcoin became digital gold, Ethereum pursued a more expansive vision: to be a decentralized “World Computer”—programmable, extensible, and open-ended. A decade later, Ethereum has transformed finance, culture and software. Along the way, it has faced existential crises, volatile markets and fierce internal debates. Now, it stands on the cusp of a new era—one that may see it fully embraced by traditional finance. Ethereum has seen an uptick in the last two months…
The global financial landscape is a tapestry woven with innovation, opportunity, and, crucially, regulation. In the rapidly evolving realm where traditional finance meets digital assets, every regulatory pronouncement sends significant ripples. Recently, a pivotal development from South Korea has captured the attention of investors, asset managers, and cryptocurrency enthusiasts worldwide, particularly those keenly observing the burgeoning South Korea Crypto ETF market. This move underscores a persistent cautious approach from regulators, signaling potential shifts in how asset managers interact with the volatile yet lucrative cryptocurrency space. South Korea, a nation known for its technological prowess and robust financial markets, has consistently…
Bitcoin just completed its strongest weekly run since May, a 9.07% gain that took prices from $109,231 to $119,400, en route to a new all-time high above $123,000. Can it keep it going? This impressive weekly rally marks a decisive breakout from the consolidation pattern that had contained prices since late May. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has climbed to 72, firmly in “greed” territory, reflecting renewed investor confidence across digital assets as institutional adoption accelerates. Over on Myriad, a prediction market created by Decrypt’s parent company Dastan, users are firmly bullish on the idea of Bitcoin maintaining its…
Ten years ago, Ethereum was little more than an idea on Reddit. Today, it stands as one of the most significant technological innovations in modern finance. Co-founded by Vitalik Buterin in 2013, Ethereum began with a vision to move beyond Bitcoin’s perceived limitations. Ethereum’s early days That vision sparked interest from fellow technologists, including Gavin Wood, who would go on to write the Ethereum Yellow Paper, a key technical document that helped legitimize the project. In mid-2014, long before Ethereum became a household name in crypto, the Ethereum Foundation launched a public presale. ETH was sold at an initial fixed…
Citigroup claims to be exploring stablecoin adoption amidst accelerated regulations in the United States and Hong Kong to accommodate. How far are they willing to dive? Summary Citigroup seeks to offer stablecoins services and provide on-ramp and off-ramp services for clients. Banks are growing more eager to pursue stablecoin services as regulatory terms become clearer in regions like Hong Kong and the U.S. Major financial institutions are now seeking opportunities to benefit from the current stablecoin wave that’s been sweeping the globe. Companies in Hong Kong and the United States have expressed interest in issuing their own stablecoins pegged to…
Bitcoin cooled off during U.S. trading hours Monday after nearly topping $123,000 earlier in the session, but market top calls are premature, analysts said.BTC slipped below $120,000 late in the U.S. day, shedding most of its overnight advance, but holding on to a modest 0.6% gain over the past 24 hours. Ethereum’s ether {{ETH}} slid back below $3,000, while dogecoin , Cardano’s ADA {{ADA}} and Stellar’s XLM {{XLM}} declined around 2%-3% on the day. Among majors, XRP , SUI and Uniswap’s UNI {{UNI}} outperformed with 2.5%, 10% and 6% gains, respectively.Crypto-linked stocks also retraced some of their morning gains, with…
Arthur Hayes, one of crypto’s biggest personalities, recently predicted that Ethereum could rip to $10,000 by the end of the year, as the second-largest crypto asset by market cap has surged more than 50% in the last month. Yet, ETH has recently stalled below $4,000, leaving predictors in limbo on a handful of Ethereum-related Myriad markets. Beyond crypto though, predictors are putting their knowledge to the test on a diverse array of markets across pop culture, sports, and science, predicting alongside their peers with real-time odds movement and USDC markets. Some of the most interesting Myriad markets this week include…
Ripple’s trust bank charter bid could redefine U.S. financial law. EGRPRA review allows regulators to approve crypto banks without Congress. XRP, stablecoins, and smart contracts may become U.S. financial infrastructure. The U.S. banking system might be going through one of its biggest changes in years without much public attention. The EGRPRA review (Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act), which takes place only once every decade, is now underway and will continue until July 2026. This review allows top financial regulators, the OCC, Federal Reserve, and FDIC, to update banking laws without needing Congress to act. It’s a rare opportunity…
South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service has verbally instructed local asset managers to limit exposure to crypto-linked stocks such as Coinbase and Strategy in ETFs, citing a 2017 policy that bars institutional investment in virtual assets. Summary South Korea’s FSS has informally directed asset managers to reduce ETF exposure to crypto-linked stocks like Coinbase and Strategy. It cites a 2017 policy banning institutional investment in virtual assets, despite ongoing regulatory reform. The directive comes as South Korea begins phasing out its ban on institutional crypto trading. According to the Korean Herald, the FSS delivered this guidance informally to several firms earlier…
InternetX, a domain registrar under the IONOS hosting umbrella, plans to tokenize its entire portfolio of 22 million domains using D3’s Doma Protocol, potentially bringing traditional domains onchain. The Doma Protocol is a DNS-compliant blockchain platform designed for domain finance. Through this partnership, InternetX will enable customers and partners to convert traditional domains into blockchain-based tokens, potentially unlocking use cases such as crypto trading, fractional ownership and other Web3 applications. InternetX customers will also gain access to new Web3 distribution channels via Doma, with bridging capabilities to major blockchain networks including Solana, Coinbase’s Base and Avalanche. Founded in Germany in…