Author: NBTC

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.

Dogecoin co-founder Billy Markus, who goes by the name Shibetoshi Nakamoto on X, recently reacted to a take on Ethereum price. As one of the most prominent figures in the meme coin space, Markus often engages with the broader crypto community, offering his witty takes on general issues as well as market trends. His latest tweet taps into the ongoing debate over whether Ethereum can sustain its upward momentum or if the current rally will lose steam. A screenshot shared by Markus asked the question of when Ethereum will hit an all-time high. The Dogecoin co-founder acknowledged Ethereum being up…

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Quant and Fnality are key players in blockchain, often seen as rivals but exploring interoperability collaboration. The World Bank’s choice of Quant highlights its superior tier-two model over Fnality. Quant’s Overledger technology offers seamless multi-network transactions, enhancing interoperability in digital finance. In the competitive landscape of blockchain and digital ledger technology (DLT), Quant (QNT) and Fnality have emerged as notable players. While they are often seen as rivals, there are indications for collaboration on interoperability. The World Bank’s recent decision to favor Quant (QNT) over Fnality hasn’t gone unnoticed. This favoritism raises the question as to why Quant’s tier-two model…

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This past week, the flagship cryptocurrency printed a rise of roughly 4.4% as it surged from slightly under $63,000 to touch the $66,000 price level. Overall, the BTC price has soared a remarkable 4.11% in seven days. By now, BTC has grown even higher, surpassing the $65,500 level with a big green candle on an hourly chart. Bitcoin is set for one of the biggest Uptobers in its history and, judging by BTC’s current dominance, the crypto market in general will follow its steps. Will this actually happen? The Fed rate cut The Federal Reserve’s recent 50 basis point rate…

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The data from DefiLlama shows that the total value of assets locked in Polygon’s ecosystem has exceeded $928 million. This indicator underlines the trend for active decentralized finance (DeFi) benefits absorption on the Polygon blockchain. As a range of projects adopts Polygon’s low-cost and fast infrastructure, the ecosystem is consolidating its status as a favorite platform for DeFi protocols. Top Polygon Protocols by Total Value LockedThe total value of assets locked in @0xPolygon $POL is around $928M, according to @DefiLlama. Let’s compare the top DeFi-protocols on #Polygon chain by current TVL in USD, in order to evaluate their adoption scale.…

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Last week, Brazil greenlit the first spot for the Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF), sparking debates about the possibility of US approval. However, several financial experts remain skeptical due to concerns over the native token, SOL. A key issue is the substantial daily issuance of SOL tokens. Challenges to Solana ETF Approval Data from a Dune dashboard on August 11 showed an issuance of over 162,503 SOL, valued at approximately $25 million. These tokens are rewards distributed to validators to maintain network security. Critics argue that this high issuance rate might increase selling pressure, potentially destabilizing the asset’s long-term value. One…

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According to the latest information published by cryptocurrency data analysis company Arkham, the information on how much Bitcoin Elon Musk’s companies Tesla and SpaceX, which have been much talked about with their previous purchases, have has been updated. Tesla and SpaceX Have About $1.3 Billion in Bitcoin Together According to the latest information, the total value of Bitcoin assets of the two companies is currently at $1.3 billion. On the other hand, when the assets of the two companies are examined individually, it is seen that Tesla has 11,509 BTC worth approximately $760 million. The remaining BTCs are held in…

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Dr. Christopher Johnson (a.k.a Mr. Lightspeed), the President of Lightspeed Crypto Services and an advisor of Bad Idea AI, expresses frustration over Etherscan’s continuous display of inaccurate Shiba Inu (SHIB) data. In an X post yesterday, Mr. Lightspeed said Etherscan’s reported total supply for Shiba Inu is “100% wrong.” He noted that Etherscan’s data still displays Shiba Inu’s total supply as 999,982,346,380,367 (999.98 trillion) SHIB. The Bad Idea AI advisor asserted that this information is completely inaccurate. According to him, Shiba Inu’s correct total supply is calculated by subtracting burned tokens from SHIB’s max supply. “That’s the super simple version…

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Telegram gaming has been one of crypto’s biggest winners in 2024. Hamster Kombat pulled in 300 million players ahead of this week’s airdrop, and Notcoin launched a token that neared a $3 billion market cap—a screen-tapping game yielding one of the 100 biggest coins on the planet. All of this revolves around the tap-to-earn mechanic, a simple concept with a growing list of variations and permutations. But has this model truly evolved upon the fraught play-to-earn gaming craze that dominated the last bull cycle before crashing and burning? Or is tap-to-earn doomed to the same eventual fate of mockery and…

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Bitcoin nears $68K resistance with bullish momentum, signaling a possible breakout. Analyst Captain Faibik predicts Bitcoin could reach $88K-$90K by December. Ali Martinez warns of potential short-term correction indicated by TD Sequential. Bitcoin is finally showing signs of recovery after weeks of lower highs and lows. It recently surged past $66,000 for the first time in five weeks, reaching $66,397! The Crypto Fear and Greed Index now sits at 64, putting the market firmly in the “greed” zone. Renewed optimism, renewed excitement – crypto investors are happy again! Dive into an expert analyst’s view of Bitcoin’s future and whether there…

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Shiba Inu (SHIB) has increasingly become a crucial part of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, as highlighted by NowPayments, a leading non-custodial crypto payment gateway. In recent communications, the platform emphasized the multifaceted advantages of accepting Shiba Inu payments, positioning SHIB as more than just a meme coin but a movement. 🐶 Meme coins are serious business! Accept $SHIB #cryptopayments and tap into the power of the #SHIBArmy. It’s more than just a token; it’s a movement! @Shibtoken @ShibaEternity https://t.co/kpTVWl96Ex pic.twitter.com/2W3knhFkVc — NOWPayments (@NOWPayments_io) August 11, 2024 NowPayments’ stance reflects the growing attention SHIB has garnered, particularly following the launch of Shibarium.…

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