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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.

Craig Wright’s Long-Running Satoshi Claim, Analyzed and Debunked

The below is an excerpt from a recent edition of Bitcoin Magazine Pro, Bitcoin Magazine's premium markets newsletter. To be among the first to receive these insights and other on-chain bitcoin market analysis straight to your inbox, subscribe now. After a lengthy legal dispute, London’s High Court of Justice has formally determined that Australian computer scientist Craig Wright is not Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. One of the great mysteries of the Bitcoin community since its inception has been quite related to the inception itself: who is Satoshi Nakamoto? This pseudonym is all we have to go on…

BitcoinApr 14

Bermuda: The New Crypto Haven?

HashKey Global, a leading figure in the cryptocurrency sector, has inaugurated its latest venture, a global exchange located in Bermuda. This development positions HashKey alongside Coinbase, marking a significant expansion from its origins in Hong Kong to the international stage. During a discussion on April 8 with Bloomger, Ben El-Baz, the Managing Director of HashKey Global, shared insights into the company’s decision to establish its exchange in Bermuda. The decision came after witnessing Coinbase’s successful acquisition of a Bermuda license, showcasing the island’s favorable and robust regulatory environment for cryptocurrency exchanges. This move is seen as an essential step for…

RegulationApr 14

I was wrong. Why I changed my opinion on Bitcoin in 2024.

If you’re a keen reader of CryptoSlate, you may have noticed that our editorial style avoids referring to Bitcoin as ‘crypto.’ This isn’t accidental, and the choice was not pedantic. We believe that Bitcoin stands apart from other digital assets we traditionally classify under the broad term ‘crypto.’ I stand behind this vision; however, it has not always been the case. My profile describes me as a “blockchain maxi,” and this was born, I now believe, from a critical misunderstanding of the intangibles of Bitcoin. One of the first articles I wrote in this space promoted the concept that a…

BitcoinApr 14

Litecoin (LTC) Achieves Historic Milestone With Millions of Holders

Litecoin (LTC) has reached a historic milestone, as reported by IntoTheBlock. The network now boasts over five million long-term holders, comprising an impressive 62.5% of all LTC addresses with a balance. This achievement marks a significant moment for the cryptocurrency, demonstrating its widespread adoption and long-term viability. The growth in long-term holders has been particularly notable in recent months. The number surged by 170,000 in just over a week at the end of February, signaling a strong trend toward holding LTC for extended periods. Additionally, the number of "Crusiers," who have held LTC for 1-12 12 months, stands at 2.54…

AltcoinsApr 14

The Fate of Do Kwon and Terra (LUNA) Becomes Clear – Here is the Latest Information

The Montenegrin court once again approved the extradition of Do Kwon, one of the key figures in the Terra (LUNA) cryptocurrency collapse, leaving the final decision to the Minister of Justice Andrej Milovic. This decision came after the local Supreme Court canceled Kwon's extradition to South Korea and restarted the process. The Supreme Court of Podgorica ordered Kwon's extradition and stated that the legal requirements for extradition “to South Korea and the United States” had been met. The final decision on extradition will be made by Minister of Justice Andrej Milovic. The Supreme Court of Podgorica decided to extradite Kwon…

RegulationApr 14

Interest in Bitcoin ETFs is Growing! Last Week Transaction Volume Increased at a Record Level! Here are the Details!

In a week marked by volatility in Bitcoin prices, US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) reached record highs, witnessing unprecedented levels of both net inflows and trading volume. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Experience Record Weekly Inflows and Trading Volume Data compiled by BitMEX Research and Farside Investors revealed that net inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs rose to $2.57 billion in the week ending last Friday. This figure marks a significant increase of 15% compared to the previous week's total inflow of $2.24 billion. BlackRock's IBIT ETF, which led the way in terms of net inflows, reached a significant figure of $2.48…

BitcoinApr 14

Ripple CTO Comments on Brad Garlinghouse's XRP Anti-Scam Video

David Schwartz, a high-ranking executive of Ripple, the company's chief technology officer and one of the XRPL creators, commented on a recent video published by Ripple featuring Brad Garlinghouse. In it, the Ripple chief executive takes a prominent dig at scammers, who frequently impersonate him in videos published on various social media platforms, but mainly on X/Twitter and YouTube. Ripple CTO shares his jesting take David Schwartz issued a rather ironic comment on the anti-scam video, saying that he saw it for the first time during a meeting that took place on Zoom. He also mentioned the joke when Garlinghouse…

AltcoinsApr 14

SEC secretly investigated NFT developer Dapper Labs in 2023

The SEC secretly investigated Dapper Labs in September but closed the case in December 2023. The document, acquired by Fortune and referred to as a “Case Closing Report,” was signed off by David Hirsch, head of the SEC’s Crypto Asset and Cyber Unit, on Sep. 29, 2023. The report did not detail the reasons for the SEC’s inquiry into Dapper Labs, its initiation date, or the factors leading to the investigation’s termination. Dapper Labs is behind high-profile NFT projects such as NBA Top Shot and CryptoKitties. You might also like: SEC serves Wells notice to Uniswap The specifics behind the…

RegulationApr 14

The history of bitcoin halvings — and why this time might look different

Historically, every Bitcoin halving — a disinflationary mechanism inscribed in the currency’s code by Satoshi Nakamoto — has come a year or two before a new all-time high. This is partly because a halving cuts the block reward paid to miners in half, reducing the number of new bitcoin being created and theoretically making bitcoin more scarce. For example, with the latest halving to come, the block reward will fall from 6.25 bitcoin (BTC) to 3.125 BTC. The three previous Bitcoin halvings occurred in the run-up to an all-time high, which then gave way to a price drawdown — until…

BitcoinApr 14

aelf Fuses AI with Blockchain to Redefine Tech Horizons

aelf, an innovative blockchain network, has declared its visionary strategy to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into its blockchain operations. This step signifies a transformative era for the aelf blockchain, which will evolve from a decentralized network to an advanced ecosystem infused with cutting-edge AI technologies, expanding its capabilities and enhancing user engagement. aelf’s transition integrates computational advancements, large language models (LLMs), and intelligent agents into its blockchain infrastructure, marking a significant enhancement and evolutionary step in its development. “This is not merely an improvement; it is the evolution of our blockchain,” explained Auric, the founder of aelf. 📢ANNOUNCEMENT📢 As we…

AltcoinsApr 14