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.

The role of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in shaping cryptocurrency market dynamics has grown significantly, with several key players influencing trading volumes and price stability. A recent report from Lookonchain provides a comprehensive overview of the inflows and holdings across various Bitcoin ETFs, illustrating the varying strategies and market sentiments that these funds exhibit. Market Trends and ETF Performance In the week ending May 24, the aggregate activity within the Bitcoin ETF sector showcased considerable movement. The iShares Bitcoin Trust (Blackrock) led with an impressive inflow of 1,321 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 284,526 BTC. This movement highlights Blackrock’s…

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Global non-fungible token (NFT) sales experienced a decline this week, dropping 21% from the previous week. Across 21 unique blockchains, the total sales just surpassed the $100 million mark over the past seven days. Weekly NFT Sales Fall, Cryptopunks and Pudgy Penguins Surge NFT sales have significantly decreased this week, correlating with the broader downturn in the crypto markets. As of press time, data indicates that NFT sales reached $102,328,020 over the last seven days, according to cryptoslam.io. This drop occurred despite a 74.62% rise in buyers and a 64.31% increase in sellers. Among the 21 chains, Ethereum led with…

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Key Points: Floki Name Service, launched exclusively on the BNB Chain mainnet, enables users to create decentralized .floki domain names. Integrated with major platforms like Trust Wallet and PancakeSwap, Floki Name Service enhances FLOKI’s utility, facilitating the creation of decentralized websites and blogs using .floki domains. FLOKI token also experiences a significant price surge following a $12 million investment announcement by DWF Labs The innovative, truly decentralized flexible domain name system, Floki Name Service, is now officially released exclusively on the BNB Chain mainnet. Floki Name Service Now Launched Exclusively on BNB Chain Mainnet 2 The service, built on SPACE…

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The Bitcoin price is now back down to $67,000 after touching above $71,000 earlier in the week. Given the circumstances surrounding the price recovery and subsequent decline, it has led to crypto analysts breaking out the technical indicators to figure out where the price is headed next. One crypto analyst, in particular, has identified that the cryptocurrency has entered a crucial zone, with important levels to watch that could tell where the price is headed next. Bullish Scenario For Bitcoin Presently, the break below $70,000 has sent the Bitcoin price into a perilous situation, making the current level just above…

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According to data provided by cryptocurrency analytics firm Santiment, Cardano (ADA) and Bitcoin (BTC) are in the lead when it comes to social media engagement. As reported by U.Today, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson announced that the proof-of-stake network was on the verge of the Chang hard fork. The aforementioned hard fork is shaping up to be the most significant update both for Cardano itself and the broader industry, according to Hoskinson. During the “Voltaire” phase of the roadmap, Cardano will implement a new governance model that will put the community in charge. Hoskinson is convinced that Cardano will have the…

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The recent development of spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has significantly influenced the crypto investment environment. Following the SEC’s preliminary approval for spot Ethereum ETFs, Bitcoin (BTC) counterparts continue to record positive inflows. US Spot Crypto ETFs Surge Amid Renewed Optimism SoSo Value data reveals that as of May 24, US spot Bitcoin ETFs had a total net inflow of $251.94 million. This marks ten consecutive days of inflows. On the same day, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) received inflows of $182 million and…

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Solana meme coin Michi jumped 18% early Monday, according to data from CoinGecko, after pop artist Ariana Grande shared the meme that inspired the coin on her Instagram story. The Michi meme was edited to hold a pink “love potion,” alongside posters of a man adored with kiss prints on the wall. This is the work of a Grande fan account in reference to a music video the singer released for her single “The Boy Is Mine.” “I think the boy is hers, [I don’t know],” the post reads, followed by the image of the meme. “Hey it’s me,” a…

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The CEO of Bitcoin (BTC) wallet and payments application Strike, Jack Mallers, is predicting that the flagship crypto asset could hit a seven-figure price. Mallers says in a new interview with Anthony Pompliano that Bitcoin could soar between 260% and 1,357% in the coming months. “I think we’re still so early in the Bitcoin story. I’m publicly on record saying I think Bitcoin hits $250,000 to $1 million in this cycle. So now I’m speaking the next 10 to 18 months.” Bitcoin is trading at $68,653 at time of writing. Mallers predicts that the US government will be forced to…

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Hayden Adams transitioned from mechanical engineering to founding Uniswap, revolutionizing the DeFi space with his innovative AMM model. Uniswap’s user-friendly design and automated market maker system democratized access to crypto trading, driving significant DeFi growth. Hayden Adams was facing a decision in 2017. After being fired recently from Siemens, where he worked on design exploration for clients in the aerospace and automotive sectors, Adams was thinking about what to do next. It was during this unsettling time that Karl Floersch, a friend, first exposed him to blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. This introduction would significantly alter Adams’ career and contribute to…

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Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePin) are transforming the tech landscape by enabling decentralized projects in real-world infrastructure. Here’s what happened recently in the DePin sector: io.net’s CEO stepped down just before their token launch, Helium Mobile reached over 92,000 subscribers, and the number of active decentralized physical infrastructure projects grew to more than 1,200. CEO of io.net Steps Down Solana-based decentralized infrastructure provider io.net, which allows users to monetize their GPU power, has recently replaced its CEO just two days before the launch of its native token on Binance Launchpad. The token launch, scheduled for Tuesday, June 11, is part…

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