Author: NBTC

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.

This Bitcoin halving cycle, miners need a new energy strategy

Ahead of the looming Bitcoin halving, miners must soon confront the new reality of a potential substantial drop in profitability. This dynamic has spurred the reevaluation of miners’ relationship with energy, which is their largest input cost. With block subsidies being reduced by half, miners can no longer be passive energy consumers. Instead, they must evolve into strategic energy partners that create new forms of value to ensure they thrive amidst the evolving bitcoin mining landscape. To bolster profit margins, miners have traditionally prioritized low-cost energy sources. The Bitcoin halving will only intensify this pursuit, compelling miners to explore unconventional…

MiningApr 20

Automata Network Announces the Launch of EON on 1RPC

Automata Network, a platform that provides private web facilities to dApps, has recently announced an exclusive development. The company has disclosed the launch of Horizen EON, an EVM-compatible sidechain that runs a smart contract forum focusing on scalability, on 1RPC. 1RPC operates as a Web3 relay that intends to safeguard the privacy of the consumers. EON Launches on 1RPC, Says Automata Network The company disclosed the development in a recent blog post. The firm mentioned that 1RPC shields the metadata of the consumers from any leakage and exposure. In addition to this, the company has revealed that 1RPC has effectively…

BlockchainApr 20

Bitcoin ETFs shatter records with 14,261 BTC bought in a single day, setting stage for price surge

Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) experienced a remarkable trading day on March 12, with a record-breaking purchase of 14,261 bitcoins. The figure not only surpasses the initial enthusiasm witnessed during the ETFs’ launch but also sets a new high for market engagement. The method for calculating these Bitcoin purchases involves dividing the daily monetary inflow by Bitcoin’s average price, highlighting the ETFs’ significant role in the market. After experiencing a downturn in inflows that coincided with a reduction in Bitcoin’s price, the ETFs have shown a strong rebound. Current trends indicate not just a recovery but an ongoing increase in investments.…

BitcoinApr 20

Ripple VP Excited as Japanese Giant Set to Utilize XRP Ledger for NFTs

The next World Expo 2025 in Osaka promises to be a showcase of innovation and technology, and XRP Ledger is set to partake. Ripple Vice President Emi Yoshikawa has expressed excitement as the Japanese financial giant SBI Group will be using XRP Ledger to mint visitor NFTs for the event. This move is a key milestone for Ripple and the wider usage of blockchain technology. Yoshikawa, Ripple's VP of Corporate Strategy and Operations, took to social media to share the details of this historic milestone. Official NFTs ("MYUAKU-N") minted on the XRP Ledger will be distributed to millions of visitors…

NFTApr 20

Ethereum Primed To Bleed Against Bitcoin for Longer Before Bull Phase Sets In, Says Benjamin Cowen – Here’s Why

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen is expressing bearish sentiment on Ethereum (ETH) relative to Bitcoin (BTC) over the short to medium term. In a new video, Cowen tells his 799,000 YouTube subscribers that the Ethereum/Bitcoin (ETH/BTC) pair has further room to fall. “My base case at this point in time is that Ethereum/Bitcoin bottoms this summer, Ethereum/US dollar bleeds a little bit longer and then at some point later this year or early next year the Federal Reserve will turn the money printer back on. And then you will see a bull phase for the Ethereum/Bitcoin valuation. But I don’t think…

EthereumApr 20

Solana Airdrop Hunter Could Help Uncover Hidden Tokens

Solana has been thriving with its native token SOL reaching new yearly highs, the emergence of meme coins on the network, and token airdrops from prominent DeFi projects. Interestingly, news of an anonymous airdrop hunter has stolen the spotlight. He has amassed an impressive collection of tokens, becoming a focal point for those eager to discover the next big airdrop on Solana. Solana Airdrop Hunter May Reveal Hidden Gems This Solana airdrop hunter’s success is highlighted by his receipt of the most recent token airdrops. These include a staggering $261,000 in Jupiter (JUP) tokens, $205,000 in Tensor (TNSR) tokens, and…

AltcoinsApr 20

here’s what it may mean for CleanSpark

Rewards associated with mining Bitcoin are expected to halve in the coming days. Ahead of it, CleanSpark Inc (NASDAQ: CLSK) is down close to 30% versus its year-to-date high. Is Bitcoin halving a negative for CleanSpark stock? While many believe the halving event may be a negative for miners including $CLSK – analysts at Bernstein argue the opposite is a possibility as well. That’s because the investment firm forecasts BTC to hit $150,000 by the end of next year on the back of halving and the recently approved spot exchange-traded funds. Such an upside in the world’s largest cryptocurrency may…

MiningApr 20

Programming Taproot

Highlights from Jimmy Song’s new technical workshop, Programming Taproot. Last month I attended the maiden voyage of Programming Taproot, a new workshop that Bitcoin developer Jimmy Song just launched. He held the one-day workshop in Bitcoin Commons in downtown Austin. It is a follow-up on his successful two-day Programming Blockchain workshop that he runs around the world, which eventually became the basis for his excellent book Programming Bitcoin. I'll discuss the highlights of the workshop and the main ideas. [This post is more technical than others. Don't be scared. Even if you don't understand everything, save this post and come…

BlockchainApr 20

Bitcoin (BTC) Experiences Pre-Halving Supply Shock: Details

A notable development has occurred in the Bitcoin (BTC) ecosystem, potentially signaling a significant shift in the asset's availability and market perception. Nic Puckrin, the renowned CEO of Coin Bureau, recently highlighted a phenomenon on the Bitcoin market that could indicate an early supply shock, previously anticipated to occur post-halving. Puckrin's observations, shared on X (formerly Twitter), point out a substantial accumulation of Bitcoin by spot Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) in the United States, which has surpassed the rate at which new coins are being mined. According to the data he shared, there has been a cumulative net inflow of…

BitcoinApr 20

How is Tether used as a stablecoin in Defi applications?

DeFi, which stands for Decentralized Finance, has the potential to change the way financial services are being offered by eliminating the roles of intermediaries such as banks and brokers. Blockchain technology is a decentralized, transparent platform where individuals can enter the system directly. Moreover, they do not need an intermediary during financial interactions with their peers. This change is not just a matter of transaction minimization. Besides, it will broaden the financial inclusion. DiFi has an important element—stablecoin, as showcased by the case of Tether (USDT). Instead, Tether uses the USD as a reference point, meaning the token’s value remains…

DeFiApr 20