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Valkyrie amends Bitcoin Fund S-1 filing with enhanced custody and valuation rules

Valkyrie Investments refiled an amended Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday for its Valkyrie Bitcoin Fund, adding more precise rules around custody, valuation, seed investments, and risks as the cryptocurrency investment vehicle awaits regulatory approval to trade on Nasdaq. The new filing updates the index used to value the fund’s Bitcoin from Lukka Prime to the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate – New York Variant, which calculates the reference rate as of 4 PM Eastern

Bitcoin ETFs see $8.9M inflow as Ethereum leads with $71.1M on April 4: FT

<p>Investor caution amid geopolitical tensions suggests a shift in capital allocation, impacting market sentiment and Bitcoin's price outlook.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-etfs-see-89m-inflow-as-ethereum-leads-with-711m-on-april-4-ft/">Bitcoin ETFs see $8.9M inflow as Ethereum leads with $71.1M on April 4: FT</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Bitcoin ETFs see $8.9M inflows amid cautious market sentiment: FT

<p>Geopolitical tensions and regulatory uncertainties may hinder Bitcoin's growth, requiring significant catalysts for substantial price increases.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-etfs-see-89m-inflows-amid-cautious-market-sentiment-ft/">Bitcoin ETFs see $8.9M inflows amid cautious market sentiment: FT</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Market odds for Iranian regime change by June 30 drop to 13.5% as skepticism grows: FT

<p>Skepticism about Iranian regime change highlights the regime's resilience and the complexities of geopolitical shifts in volatile regions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/market-odds-for-iranian-regime-change-by-june-30-drop-to-135-as-skepticism/">Market odds for Iranian regime change by June 30 drop to 13.5% as skepticism grows: FT</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Odds of Iranian regime change by June 30 drop to 13.5% from 20% a week ago

<p>The entrenched power structures in Iran suggest a stable regime, complicating external efforts for change and impacting market confidence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/odds-of-iranian-regime-change-by-june-30-drop-to-135-from-20-a-week-ago/">Odds of Iranian regime change by June 30 drop to 13.5% from 20% a week ago</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

SEC Warns Fake Officials Exploit Trust With Fraud Tactics Targeting Investors

SEC warns of rising impersonation scams using official branding and fake identities to exploit investor trust, highlighting growing risks tied to social media and text-based fraud schemes targeting financial data and funds. SEC Warns Investors About Impersonation Scams, Fraud Tactics The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) shared on social media platform X on April [&#8230;]

Coinbase Clarifies ‘We Are Not Becoming a Bank’ After Receiving Conditional OCC Nod That Hints at Bigger Moves

Coinbase’s OCC trust charter approval cements a federally regulated path for crypto infrastructure, with CEO Brian Armstrong clarifying it is not becoming a bank as the firm advances institutional custody ambitions without entering traditional lending or deposit activities. Coinbase OCC Trust Charter Signals Federal Crypto Oversight Shift Crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) said it is [&#8230;]

Ripple Highlights RLUSD Impact as Real-World Value Flows Into Small Businesses

Ripple is driving measurable economic impact through its RLUSD initiative, channeling millions into underserved U.S. small businesses while expanding access to capital and supporting job creation. Ripple RLUSD Funding Drives Small Business Growth Across the United States Blockchain payments company Ripple shared on social media platform X on April 2 an update about its $15 [&#8230;]

Charles Schwab Announces Crypto Accounts Are ‘Coming Soon’

The institution announced that it will offer a new kind of account, crypto accounts, to its customers, allowing them to dabble in cryptocurrency trading. The move, anticipated by CEO Rick Wurster last month, will bring this feature to over 46 million clients. Key Takeaways: Charles Schwab is launching direct Bitcoin and Ether trading for its [&#8230;]

Trump Appoints Todd Blanche as Department of Justice Interim Head

Todd Blanche has been appointed interim U.S. Attorney General following a shake-up at the Department of Justice. His prior actions on crypto enforcement and personal holdings are drawing scrutiny. New DOJ Interim Chief Linked to Crypto Enforcement Shift President Donald Trump has appointed Todd Blanche as the interim U.S. Attorney General, replacing Pam Bondi in [&#8230;]

Payward appoints Robert Moore as Chief Financial Officer

Most decisions in business are first-order decisions. They answer the question in front of them. Second-order decisions answer the question behind the question. When a company searches externally for a CFO, it is making a first-order decision: we need someone with these credentials.When a company promotes from within, it is making a second-order decision: we need someone whose judgment is already priced into the outcomes we are living with today. These decisions are not the same, even though th

Odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 rise to 86% amid escalating tensions

<p>Rising odds of U.S. forces entering Iran signal potential geopolitical instability, impacting global markets and strategic military dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/odds-of-us-forces-entering-iran-by-april-30-rise-to-86-amid-escalating-tensions/">Odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 rise to 86% amid escalating tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran’s Internet Blackout Hits 35th Day as Citizens Risk Their Lives Reaching Out

The almost complete blockade of digital connectivity that the Iranian regime has imposed since the conflict against the U.S.-Israel coalition began has already reached over 810 hours. Citizens who try to get through the blockade cracks face punishment or even death. Iran’s Internet Blockade Passes 815 Hours While drones and missiles are the main characters [&#8230;]

Weekly Wrap: Kalshi Pulls Prediction Markets Toward Derivatives; Why Staying Invested Wins

DMM Securities led global FX in 2025Global retail FX remained highly concentrated in 2025, withJapan’s DMM Securities once again emerging as the clear volume leader. DMM Securities was the top retail FX broker globally, based on FinanceMagnates Intelligence data focused solely on FX trading volumes.Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!).The Japanese firm recorded an average monthly volume of$1.463 trillion for the year, with activity peaking in the

Market sees rising odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 at 86% YES

<p>Rising market odds of US intervention in Iran suggest heightened geopolitical tensions, impacting global stability and economic forecasts.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/market-sees-rising-odds-of-us-forces-entering-iran-by-april-30-at-86-yes/">Market sees rising odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 at 86% YES</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

F-15E Strike Eagle shot down over Iran raises odds of US ground troops entering

<p>The incident escalates tensions, potentially leading to increased U.S. military involvement and impacting geopolitical stability and markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/f-15e-strike-eagle-shot-down-over-iran-raises-odds-of-us-ground-troops-entering/">F-15E Strike Eagle shot down over Iran raises odds of US ground troops entering</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

How Brazil’s Instant Payment Network Pix Might Influence the Presidential Election

The recent attacks on the Pix system by the U.S. government evolved into a situation that might tilt the balance toward any of the candidates before the upcoming election, with President Lula leading in prediction markets by a slim margin. Pix Gets Into Political Commentary In Brazil As Elections Loom Pix, one of the largest [&#8230;]

Iran rejects US ceasefire demands, odds for April 7 drop to 1.1%

<p>Iran's rejection of US ceasefire demands underscores the challenges in achieving a swift diplomatic resolution, impacting market confidence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-rejects-us-ceasefire-demands-odds-for-april-7-drop-to-11/">Iran rejects US ceasefire demands, odds for April 7 drop to 1.1%</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Circle Defends Limited Role in $285 Million Crypto Hack, Citing Legal Boundaries

Circle is facing criticism from parts of the cryptocommunity after hackers drained about $285 million from the Solana-based Driftprotocol, most of which was quickly converted into USD Coin (USDC) andtransferred to Ethereum. Blockchain investigator ZachXBT alleged Circle could haveacted faster to freeze the stolen assets and limit losses.Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!).2/ Circle operates USDC, a centralized stablecoin pegged 1:1 to USD, market

Trump signs executive order for 100% tariffs on patented drugs to boost US production

<p>The executive order may strain US-EU trade relations, potentially impacting global markets and economic conditions through retaliatory measures.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-signs-executive-order-for-100-tariffs-on-patented-drugs-to-boost-us/">Trump signs executive order for 100% tariffs on patented drugs to boost US production</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>