Author: NBTC

In brief A new study commissioned by the Coalition for Prediction Markets found Americans wagered up to $34 billion on offshore prediction markets during a 12-month span. It estimated that up to 30% of Polymarket’s trading volume during the period came from Americans. Offshore prediction market trading volume by Americans could grow to as much as $133 billion by 2030, the study estimated. Americans were responsible for up to $34 billion in offshore prediction market trading volumes during the 12-month period ending in April 2026, according to a new study commissioned by the Coalition for Prediction Markets, an industry group…

The Ethereum Name Service DAO, the decentralized organization overseeing the $ENS protocol, is currently reviewing a new governance proposal that would significantly expand the operational authority of the $ENS Foundation. The Temp Check proposal, introduced for community discussion, seeks to grant the foundation broader powers in areas including operational management, grants programs, and long-term fund management. Proposal Details and Community Discussion The proposal, which is still in its early Temp Check phase, outlines a shift in the foundation’s role from a limited operational body to a more active entity capable of managing day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives. According to the…

The CLARITY Act sits at the center of a fast-moving policy debate in Washington. The CLARITY Act continues to gain attention as lawmakers revisit how to regulate digital assets. Policymakers now face pressure from both industry leaders and regulators. The discussion around the CLARITY Act reflects the urgency around modern crypto legislation. Kristin Smith from the Solana Policy Institute says the CLARITY Act could advance this year. She also highlights that crypto legislation still needs clear direction on key issues. Industry leaders want stable rules that support innovation and growth. The CLARITY Act now represents a major focus in ongoing…

The $USDT delisting EU wave has intensified across major crypto exchanges in Europe. Platforms like Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, and Crypto.com have reduced or removed $USDT access for EU users. This shift follows strict enforcement under MiCA crypto rules that redefine stablecoin operations. Traders now face a fast changing liquidity environment across markets. The $USDT delisting EU trend shows a major shift in how stablecoins work in Europe. Exchanges follow compliance rules under MiCA crypto frameworks to avoid regulatory risk. $USDC grows stronger as the main alternative in regulated markets. This change affects trading behavior across the whole region. 🚨 EU…

Former bitcoin miner Hut 8 (HUT) agreed to pay $2.35 million to settle a securities class action alleging it misled investors in connection with its 2023 merger with U.S. Bitcoin Corp. (USBTC). The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, focused on Hut 8’s all-stock merger with USBTC, which closed in November 2023. Investors alleged the company, which now focuses on AI data centers and high-performance computing, overstated the transaction’s benefits while failing to disclose persistent energy curtailment and internet connectivity issues at King Mountain, a Texas bitcoin mining joint venture in which…

Bitcoin climbed back above $82,000 on Monday before reversing lower. The trigger was four words from President Trump posted on social media: “I don’t like it.” Within minutes of the post, Bitcoin dropped nearly $1,200 from around $81,500 to $80,300. BREAKING: President Trump responds to Iran’s response to the US’ 14-point peace proposal:”I have just read the response from Iran’s so-called ‘Representatives.’ I don’t like it,” he says.Futures open in under 2 hours. pic.twitter.com/ropx1Ma8M1 — The Kobeissi Letter (@KobeissiLetter) May 10, 2026 The move triggered immediate liquidations across the crypto market and set off one of the most volatile 12-hour…

Blockworks has acquired Messari after securing a $192 million valuation earlier this year, deepening its push into crypto data infrastructure as competition intensifies to build the industry’s information layer. According to an announcement from Blockworks, the deal combines two of the largest crypto information businesses and represents the company’s first major acquisition since completing a Series A extension financing round that valued it at $192 million. Messari brings coverage of more than 40,000 crypto assets to the transaction. The company has spent eight years building data products covering markets, exchanges, stablecoins, protocols, token unlocks, fundraising activity, research, social sentiment, event…

$XRP ETFs have reached a new total cumulative netflow all-time high after ending the week as the second-largest gainers among crypto ETFs. While the $XRP price has struggled this year, down by more than 37% since 2026 began, investment products tied to the altcoin have maintained resilience, sustaining capital inflows. Specifically, $XRP ETFs recently hit a cumulative net inflow of $1.45 billion, marking a new all-time high for these products, according to data sourced by market resource Sosovalue. This comes on the back of a strong weekly performance, which saw them welcome $10.66 million in capital inflows while Bitcoin and…

In brief South Korean police have booked Bithumb CEO Lee Jae-won as a bribery suspect over allegedly hiring a legislator’s relatives. National Assembly member Kim Byung-ki allegedly requested the hiring while serving on a committee overseeing financial regulation. Police have raided Bithumb headquarters twice in 2026 as part of the corruption investigation. South Korean police have booked Bithumb CEO Lee Jae-won on suspicion of bribery for allegedly hiring the relative of a local lawmaker. According to reports in local media, the alleged scheme centers on National Assembly member Kim Byung-ki, an independent lawmaker who served on the Political Affairs Committee…

Coins.ph integrated bitcoin and ethereum into the Philippines’ national QR Ph network, allowing users to spend crypto seamlessly across nearly 700,000 local merchants. Key Takeaways: Coins.ph added BTC and ETH to the Philippines’ QR Ph network, letting users pay nearly 700,000 retail merchants. Analysts view this integration of digital assets as a critical viability test for regions with high remittances. Pending BSP approval, Coins.ph plans to launch its PHPC stablecoin to remove foreign exchange spreads. The Evolution of the Philippines’ QR Ph Network The integration of digital assets into the Philippines’ national quick-response (QR) code network is expanding to include…