Author: NBTC

Prominent Wall Street analyst Linda Jones has suggested that billionaire crypto investor Mike Novogratz deliberately avoids discussing XRP. This observation emerged after Novogratz participated in an interview where he was questioned about which crypto assets between XRP and Solana would be more likely to be listed in a spot ETF. In response, Novogratz praised Solana, noting it has been the center of attention since 2023. He highlighted Solana’s significant rise over the past year, especially following the FTX fallout. Notably, Solana’s market value dramatically increased from $21 in Q4 2023 to above $200 by Q1 2024, surging by more than…

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a warning about seven entities suspected of crypto fraud, underscoring the risks facing investors in the city’s rapidly growing digital asset market. As per the official notice, these entities were operating under names such as XTCQT, CEG, BTEPRO, Bitones.org, Yomaex Crypto Market Limited (Yomaex), Bstor (Bstorest), and Taurusemex. Notably, Hong Kong, a major crypto hub in Asia, has attracted both genuine investors and fraudsters. According to the SFC’s warning, these platforms claim to offer services related to crypto trading. Some even use social media and messaging platforms to lure investors to…

Toronto — Over 20 different blockchain networks have come together to form the DeCC Alliance, a coalition aimed at spreading awareness of privacy-focused technologies that enable data protection and confidential computing. —The alliance intends to educate the public about Decentralized Confidential Computing (DeCC), a growing category within Web3 technology. This initiative differentiates projects broadly classified as “privacy coins” or “privacy chains” from those enabling decentralized computations, such as smart contracts or off-chain AI workers, without exposing user data.Alliance Members and GoalsThe coalition includes a wide array of members such as Acurast, Aleo, Arcium Automata, Fairblock, Fhenix, iExec, Inco, Integritee, Intmax,…

Leading the charge in the cryptocurrency realm, NiceHash, the premier hashrate marketplace, has unveiled plans for the inaugural Bitcoin conference in Maribor. Dubbed NiceHashX, the event is slated to take place on November 8 and 9, marking a significant milestone for the Slovenian-based company, which was founded by two local students in 2014. Titled the ‘Bitcoin Conference on the Sunny Side of the Alps,’ NiceHashX aims to spotlight Maribor and Slovenia as burgeoning hubs for Bitcoin adoption within Europe. With over 1,000 businesses across the country already accepting Bitcoin payments, the conference seeks to shed light on the vibrant ecosystem…

The broader crypto market bloodbath has triggered an unexpected race for survival among Ethereum (ETH) whale investors. According to insights from crypto analytics platform Lookonchain, amid the intensive price slump, many traders are about to face liquidations, as the ETH price falls to a 24-hour low of $2,839.82. Moving against potential liquidation In the trading world, the market dynamics are always notably different. One common trend is that traders generally borrow money with leverage, and price fluctuations often push these investors into losses or profits. In line with these harsh market conditions, Lookonchain said three whales deposited 28,558 ETH worth…

The crypto assets market has grown remarkably over the past 15 years, peaking at a $3 trillion valuation in 2021, with over 26,000 listed cryptocurrencies. This growth has attracted retail and high-net-worth investors, family offices, university endowments, and even pension plans. The entry of reputable TradFi firms such as Goldman Sachs, Fidelity, and Blackrock into the crypto space underscores the growing institutional acceptance and maturity of digital assets and has facilitated broader market participation. Despite the strong demand for digital assets, there is still debate as to how to best to gain optimal exposure and manage risks. Many investors hold…

XRP, the seventh largest cryptocurrency by market cap has witnessed a significant 100% surge in inflows, with a whopping $185 million pouring into digital asset investment products in the past week. According to the most recent CoinShares report, digital asset investment products saw inflows for the fourth consecutive week totaling $185 million. May saw $2 billion in inflows, pushing year-to-date inflows past the $15 billion mark for the first time on record. Inflows to Bitcoin were $148 million, while XRP received $0.8 million. Quite notable is the fact that in the prior week, XRP saw $0.4 million, which represents a…

Play-to-earn (P2E) games quickly came on the scene, but they failed. Why? P2E games tried to bring gamers into crypto, which we’ve all learned is not the key to trust nor mass adoption. Instead, the focus has shifted. Give crypto-enthusiasts what they want: a way to earn crypto quickly and easily. While traditional P2E models often require complex gameplay and significant time investments, so-called “Tap-to-Earn” games offer a more accessible and engaging approach. By utilizing the social layers, such as Telegram, that live at the hands of consumers and tap into (no pun intended) where people already spend their time,…

Power Browser has announced a new integration with OKX Wallet, simplifying access to the Power Points Dashboard. This integration allows for seamless connection of OKX Wallet to the Power Points account. It will enable the earning of points during web activities on Power Browser. 🤝📢 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 + 𝐎𝐊𝐗 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧We’re delighted to announce the integration of Power Browser with @OKXWeb3! This integration makes it effortless to access the Power Points Dashboard 🌐Connect your OKX wallet to the Power Points account… pic.twitter.com/ufWgVZ81oM — Power Browser | Power Points is live 💰 (@PowerBrowser) July 6, 2024 Power Browser Enhances Functionality with…

Canadian Bitcoin mining company HIVE Digital has released a June financial report, revealing it has increased its reserves to 2,503 BTC stored on the balance sheet. HIVE Digital Technologies, the Vancouver-based Bitcoin mining company, seems unaffected by the recent miner capitulation that caused Bitcoin (BTC) to plunge below the $56,000 mark. In a Jul. 8 press release, the company revealed that as of Jul. 7, its crypto holdings on the balance sheet had increased to 2,503 BTC, a more than 2% increase compared to the prior month. In total, HIVE Digital mined 119 BTC in June, keeping the same performance…