Author: NBTC

While private sector players are keen on utilizing blockchain technology, governments could be the biggest adopters of Web3, pushing the market capitalization to new highs. According to a Research and Markets report, the market capitalization for blockchain applications in government is expected to reach $791.5 billion by 2030. In 2024, the market size stands at a modest $22.5 billion, with the projection representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 81%. The spike in valuation for the sector will be driven by several factors including a dire need for transparency in government processes. Early adopters of Web3, particularly private enterprises,…

In April 2025, Bitcoiners from across the world will converge in Douala, Cameroon, for the Conference Bitcoin Afrique (CBA), a groundbreaking event dedicated to Bitcoin adoption in French-speaking African countries. This is not just another crypto or Bitcoin event — it will be a focused, high-impact gathering that aims to educate, empower, and connect the French-speaking Bitcoin community like never before. With over 400 in-person attendees expected and a digital reach exceeding 50,000 people via social media platforms such as Facebook, X, Youtube, and TikTok, this conference represents a crucial milestone in Bitcoin adoption across French-speaking Africa. But why is…

Ethereum’s decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem continues to drive significant network activity, with top projects burning 1,361 ETH in the past seven days. The cumulative fee burn, amounting to approximately $2.96 million, highlights the increasing demand for DeFi applications and their role in Ethereum’s deflationary mechanism. TOP #ETHEREUM BURNER #DEFI PROJECTS#Metamask #Uniswap $UNI #Gnosis $GNO #1INCH #Aave $AAVE #Pendle #KyberSwap #0xProtocol $ZRX #Paraswap $HEX pic.twitter.com/1r05Jb4zfP — PHOENIX – Crypto News & Analytics (@pnxgrp) March 9, 2025 According to data sourced from ultrasound. Money and shared by Phoenix Group, key DeFi protocols such as Metamask, Uniswap, and Gnosis have emerged as the…

Tech giant Sony is commemorating 25 years since the launch of Aibo, its companion robot dog, with an officially licensed soulbound NFT collection called “Entertainment Robot Aibo” on the Soneium blockchain. The collection, which cannot be traded or transferred thanks to its soulbound nature, can be minted for free on OpenSea’s NFT marketplace, with users required only to pay a small gas fee to initiate the transaction. In its official Discord community, Soneium’s team wrote that Aibo’s return as a soulbound token on the Ethereum layer-2 chain—which Sony’s Block Solutions Labs subsidiary co-created with Startale Group—reflects the nature of the…

The price barrier at $2460 functions as a powerful resistance for ETH that causes 10.95 million investors to hold 64.52 million ETH. The ongoing price stability of Ethereum has kept the token above its essential $2,100 support region while any downward drop might unleash bearish market forces. ETH prices might decrease due to declining investor faith which led to over -30,000K ETF withdrawals. The Ethereum (ETH) cryptocurrency price fell to $2,188.96 during the last 24-hour period demonstrating a 2.3% decrease. The market value of this asset against Bitcoin marks 0.02452 BTC but demonstrates a decrease of 2.2% compared to yesterday.…

Trump’s policies are undermining the U.S. dollar’s role as the world’s reserve currency, a financial expert warns, as global markets and major economies seek alternatives. Trump’s Policies Fuel Global Shift Away From US Dollar U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies are accelerating a global shift away from the dollar, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisory firm Devere Group. Green described the dollar’s dominance as being “shaken and severely tested” as Trump’s aggressive trade policies, diplomatic conflicts, and economic interventions erode confidence in the U.S. currency. He stated on March 6: The dollar has long been the anchor of global finance,…

Societe Generale-FORGE, a subsidiary of Societe Generale Group and licensed investment firm, has deployed its euro-backed stablecoin on the Stellar network. With several stablecoin issuers getting regulatory approval to offer the Markets in Crypto Assets-compliant stablecoins in Europe, SG-FORGE announced it selected Stellar (XLM) blockchain network for its own launch. On Feb. 20, Societe Generale-FORGE said its multi-chain strategy takes flight with the deployment of the MiCA-compliant stablecoin EURCV CoinVertible on Stellar. The digital euro stablecoin will leverage Stellar’s fast, scalable and cost-effective network, with the overall benefit to users being the boost this product will give to the blockchain…

In a podcast interview, Anthony Scaramucci, former White House Director of Communications, noted that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may have already dropped its case against Ripple (XRP). This comment, made during a conversation with podcast host Scott Melker, has raised interest in the crypto community. After all, the current lawsuit between the SEC and Ripple has been one of the most watched legal battles in the crypto market. Scaramucci’s Ripple-SEC Speculation During the interview, Scott Melker talked about the most recent SEC actions’ dropping charges they had leveled against cryptocurrency-related businesses, including Coinbase, Gemini, and ConsenSys. At…

Pakistan, one of the top 10 nations for remittances from abroad, may leverage blockchain technology to streamline the process, Bilal bin Saqib, chief adviser to the finance minister and a member of the recently established Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), said Monday. Overseas Pakistanis sent over $31 billion in 2023-24 via traditional channels that are often slow and expensive, Saqib told CoinDesk in an interview. Fees can exceed 5%. Remittances are earnings that migrants send back home, either as cash or as goods. The cash from abroad is a lifeline in many countries, where it acts as a buffer during crises…

Bitcoin is currently trading within consolidation phase, but veteran trader Peter Brandt has identified when the asset could secure a breakout. In his latest analysis, the market veteran highlighted the importance of this structured price action and pointed to an upcoming critical moment for Bitcoin between Feb. 24 and 26. Notably, his analysis suggests that this period could determine the next major move in Bitcoin’s price. Brandt’s Symmetrical Chart Pattern The accompanying daily chart confirms Bitcoin’s range-bound movement. For context, the price has consistently oscillated between highs of around $106,000 and lows near $90,500. Citing data from the chart, Brandt…