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.
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, efficiency and innovation are paramount. Digital Holdings Group (DHG) has positioned itself as a leader in this competitive industry by revolutionizing Bitcoin mining through cutting-edge technological advancements. Over the past year, the landscape of Bitcoin mining has been markedly reshaped by DHG’s introduction of proprietary software solutions that boost operational effectiveness and yield. Bitcoin mining, the process by which new bitcoins are entered into circulation and transactions are confirmed in the network, requires substantial computational power and energy. Traditionally, this process has been both energy-intensive and costly, presenting significant barriers to entry and…
On Tuesday, US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded significant inflows, totaling a remarkable $886.6 million. This influx marks the second-best day for joint net inflows into US spot Bitcoin ETFs. With these elements at play, crypto analysts and community members consider a bullish market outlook for Bitcoin. Bitcoin Surges to $71,200 Leading the pack, the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) saw an inflow of $378.7 million. Not far behind, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) added $274.4 million. Additionally, the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) reported strong gains, securing $138.7 million in net inflows. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s price soared to…
The Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) community is voting on a vital proposal to counter risks related to peer-to-peer attacks on the blockchain. New #LUNC proposal by @Genuine__Labs Proposal to decrease MaxBlockSize from 5mb to 2mb to avoid peer-to-peer spams pic.twitter.com/PhobbSb5Pr — 🌕 LunaClassicLabs.com – 0% Fee LUNC Validator (@LunaClassicLabs) April 16, 2024 Terra developers observed possible dangers in Solana, Polkadot, and Cosmos ecosystems and advised measures to alleviate the effect of such spam on the LUNC chain. Terra Luna Classic block reduction proposal Core developer Genuine Labs introduced a vital proposal to slash the Terra Luna Classic block size to…
A widely followed on-chain analyst thinks that a big price move is incoming for Bitcoin (BTC) following months of consolidation. Pseudonymous analyst Checkmate tells his 91,900 followers on the social media platform X that a key on-chain metric for Bitcoin suggests it’s almost time for BTC to escape its consolidation phase. According to the analyst, BTC’s sell-side risk ratio for short-term holders is rapidly declining, indicating that sellers are losing ammunition. Checkmate notes that he’s looking at the short-term holder cohort or entities that have been holding BTC for less than 155 days because they are the ones driving near-term…
Shiba Inu has seen notable upswings in Open Interest on top exchanges today after rallying 9.75% in the last 24 hours. Earlier today, Shiba Inu momentarily flashed signs of recovery from the recent landslide dip by rallying to a high of $0.00002296. This figure marked a 9.75% gain from the low of $0.00002092 SHIB recorded yesterday, April 16. The increase in Shiba Inu’s value mirrors a gradual resurgence of investor interest in the asset after the Saturday restest of the $0.000018 range. According to insights from Coinlyze, there has been a significant rise in Open Interest (OI) for Shiba Inu…
At the 2024 Vision conference, a cryptocurrency investment conference for advisors hosted by the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals, Matt Horne, head of digital asset strategies at Fidelity Digital Assets, advocated for a small allocation to Bitcoin in investment portfolios. Horne suggested that some investors may be overcomplicating their approach to Bitcoin. He argued that regardless of an investor’s specific thesis on BTC, a small portfolio allocation is likely appropriate. “You can have more than one investment thesis on Bitcoin, and that’s okay,” Horne said. He added that most investors are saving money to achieve a long-term goal such…
Ontology Launches $10 Million Initiative to Fuel Decentralized Identity Innovation and Adoption
Ontology, a leading public blockchain, has announced a $10 million fund, designated in ONT & ONG tokens, to accelerate the adoption, education, and development of decentralized identity (DID) solutions. This initiative is tailored to catalyze innovation across four critical areas: DID Education, ONT ID Technical Tutorials, ONT ID Adoption, and Building with ONT ID, ensuring a robust ecosystem for users, developers, and businesses alike. Ontology’s Pioneering Journey in Decentralized Identity It’s crucial to highlight Ontology’s longstanding commitment to the DID field. With over six years in operation, Ontology has been at the forefront of DID technology, marking significant milestones that…
Bitcoin, priced at $70,875, has exhibited strong bullish trends within the last 24 hours, with intraday prices ranging from $68,819 to $71,339. The cryptocurrency boasts a market capitalization of $1.39 trillion and a 24-hour trade volume of $37.14 billion. Analyzing the 1-hour, 4-hour, and daily charts alongside oscillators and moving averages indicates continued positive momentum, albeit with some consolidation. Bitcoin Bitcoin’s 1-hour chart displays a strong upward movement, with prices advancing from around $68,553 to $71,339 before entering a consolidation phase. The increasing volume during the ascent suggests strong buying interest. However, the volume tapers off during consolidation, indicating a…
Xai, a popular Ethereum layer-3 gaming network built with Arbitrum, announced the launch of its new staking pools on April 16, 2024. These pools pave the way for greater collaborative efforts between core stakeholders and enable third-party rewards within the Xai ecosystem. Sentry Key and esXAI: the Core of XAI’s Staking Pool Staking pools often become hubs for innovation, driving the creation of games, non-fungible token (NFT) drops, and other exciting projects. Xai aims to leverage staking for sustained growth and a more robust gaming environment. “The design of the staking mechanism within the Xai ecosystem is centered around fostering…
Bitcoin, the first and largest cryptocurrency by market cap surged past the $71,000 mark, showcasing gains for the fifth consecutive day. This uptrend mirrors the growing optimism on global markets, fueled by the anticipation of potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts within the year. Bitcoin’s current streak of daily gains is the longest in three months. At the time of writing, BTC was up 3.36% in the last 24 hours to $70,951, just 3.73% shy of its record high of $73,750 set in mid-March. Bitcoin began to rebound after reaching a low of $69,024 on May 31 and has spent…