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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 Price Roars Over 7% to $69,000 as Market Tests Post-Capitulation Range

Bitcoin MagazineBitcoin Price Roars Over 7% to $69,000 as Market Tests Post-Capitulation RangeBitcoin price climbed more than 7% today, pushing above $69,000 and marking one of its strongest daily moves during months of sell-offs. The rally follows weeks of compressed trading and comes as several price-based and miner-linked signals point to exhaustion in the recent drawdown.The bitcoin price fell close to 50% from its early-October high near $125,000 to a February low around $60,000. That decli

Iran warns of ferocious response to any US military action

<p>Iran threatens retaliation against US forces and the Strait of Hormuz as Washington deploys its largest regional buildup since 2003.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-us-retaliation-possible-consequences/">Iran warns of ferocious response to any US military action</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Drama and Competing Reports Set Stage for High-Stakes Aave DAO Decision

A governance dispute within the Aave ecosystem intensified this week after Aave Chan Initiative (ACI) founder Marc Zeller published what he called an “audit” of Aave Labs’ track record, seven hours after Aave Labs released its own contributions report ahead of a major funding vote. Marc Zeller Challenges Aave Labs’ Record in Detailed Transparency Report [&#8230;]

Bitcoin reveals a rare bullish cycle bottom signal before bouncing as futures bears tighten their grip

Bitcoin is flashing its most oversold signal on record amid its continued price struggles in this current macroeconomic environment and persistent exchange-traded fund (ETF) outflows.According to CryptoSlate data, BTC's price dipped to around $62,700 over the last 24 hours, while its weekly relative strength index (RSI) printed roughly 25.7. BTC has risen to above $66,000 as of press time.Alex Thorn, Galaxy Digital’s head of research, pointed out that this weekly RSI is “lower than any time exce

GD Culture (GDC) Shares Surge as Board Approves Bitcoin Sale to Fund $100M Buyback

Bitcoin MagazineGD Culture (GDC) Shares Surge as Board Approves Bitcoin Sale to Fund $100M BuybackShares of GD Culture Group (Nasdaq: GDC) surged nearly 15% Wednesday after the company’s board approved the sale of its 7,500 bitcoin holdings, currently valued at roughly $510 million, more than double the firm’s $210 million market capitalization.Shares have since fallen a bit and are trading up 10% on the day.&nbsp;The board said proceeds from the sale would fund a previously announced $100 milli

Perplexity launches Computer to streamline end-to-end AI projects

<p>Perplexity AI introduces a unified AI platform, Perplexity Computer, integrating research, design, coding, and app management.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/perplexity-unified-ai-platform/">Perplexity launches Computer to streamline end-to-end AI projects</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Stripe Weighs Paypal Acquisition in Potential Fintech Shakeup

Stripe Inc is reportedly exploring a potential acquisition of Paypal Holdings Inc, a move that could reshape the digital payments industry. Potential Industry Shifting Acquisition Payment processing firm Stripe Inc. is reportedly weighing an acquisition of Paypal Holdings Inc. in what could become one of the payments sector’s most consequential transactions. According to a Bloomberg [&#8230;]

Match-Trader Adds TeamForce Client Management Tools for Brokers and Prop Firms

Match-Trade Technologies has integrated TeamForceTechnologies’ customer relationship management (CRM) system into itsMatch-Trader platform, expanding its tools for brokers and proprietary tradingfirms.New Integration Expands Broker ToolsThe update allows brokers to manage the entire clientworkflow from one system, covering registration, affiliate tracking, andcommunication. TeamForce’s system is designed to simplify operations andimprove coordination within trading firms.Match-Trade said efficie

Bitcoin surges past $68K as Circle jumps 28%, fueling surge in crypto stocks

<p>Bitcoin surges past $68K, triggering $429M in liquidations as Circle jumps 28% and Coinbase leads a broad crypto stock rally.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-surge-price-increase/">Bitcoin surges past $68K as Circle jumps 28%, fueling surge in crypto stocks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

TRON DAO expands TRON Academy initiative with Dartmouth, Princeton, Oxford, and Cambridge

<p>TRON DAO expands TRON Academy partnerships with Oxford, Cambridge, Princeton, and Dartmouth to boost Web3 education and blockchain training.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/tron-academy-expansion-universities/">TRON DAO expands TRON Academy initiative with Dartmouth, Princeton, Oxford, and Cambridge</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Axon shares soar 20% after upbeat earnings as AI demand accelerates

<p>Axon's growth underscores the transformative impact of AI on business models, highlighting potential shifts in industry standards and competition.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/axon-ai-driven-software-demand/">Axon shares soar 20% after upbeat earnings as AI demand accelerates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Strategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8%

Bitcoin MagazineStrategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8%Thanks to a surge in bitcoin’s price, Strategy (MSTR) is having a great day on Wall Street despite some alarming balance sheet data.Among global equities valued above $25 billion, Strategy Inc. (MSTR) now carries the largest short position relative to its size. Roughly 14% of its $41.6 billion market capitalization has been sold short, placing it at the top of rankings compiled by firms including Goldman Sachs and F

XRP Extends Rally as Liquidation Wave Accelerates Bear Unwind

XRP surges above key moving averages as short liquidations mount and bullish momentum accelerates, pushing price toward the top of its range and signaling a potential trend reversal that traders are closely watching. XRP Breakout Gains Strength as Shorts Get Squeezed At 10:51 on Feb. 25, XRP is trading at $1.44194, up 7.02% over the [&#8230;]

Crypto ETFs Rally as Bitcoin Leads With $258 Million Inflow

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) rebounded with a $258 million inflow on Tuesday, while ether, XRP, and solana funds also posted gains. The session marked a rare all-green day across major U.S. crypto ETFs. Bitcoin ETFs Surge in Rare All-Green Day for Crypto ETFs A broad wave of buying swept through the crypto ETF market, lifting [&#8230;]

IG Group Set to Join FTSE 100 as easyJet May Face Removal in March Review

IG Group Holdings is set to enter the FTSE 100 benchmark,according to indicative changes published by FTSE Russell ahead of the March2026 quarterly review.FTSE Russell said the preliminary changes are based onmarket data as of 20 February 2026. The formal review will use closing priceson 3 March. Confirmed changes are scheduled for announcement after market closeon 4 March.If confirmed, IG Group would move from the FTSE 250 into theFTSE 100 as part of the quarterly rebalance. Funds and ETFs trac

Meta’s digital dollar comeback could unlock a $1 trillion Treasury shift Washington is not ready for

Social media giant Meta is quietly plotting a return to stablecoins. This time, however, the primary beneficiary may not be Mark Zuckerberg’s metaverse, but the US Treasury market.On Feb. 24, Coindesk reported that Meta was exploring stablecoin-based payments for a possible rollout in the second half of 2026, likely through a third-party provider rather than a Meta-issued token.The structure marks a break from the Libra era and suggests Meta is pursuing the utility of digital dollars, cheap and

iFOREX Shares Jump 6% as Broker Debuts on London Stock Exchange Main Market

iFOREX began trading on theLondon Stock Exchange’s Main Market on Wednesday, with its shares rising 6% to 207 pence at debut. The British Virgin Islands-based CFD broker is listed under the ticker IFRX.A global fintech milestone on our Main Market as @iFOREX_com marks its IPO, bringing nearly three decades of trading innovation and disciplined risk management to the floor. “Listing on such a prestigious market validates our growth,” said CEO @itaisadeh. https://t.co/d6A9haJm4Tpic.twitter.com/rV4

Tether backs Whop to bring stablecoin infrastructure to millions of creators

<p>Tether's investment in Whop could accelerate global adoption of stablecoins, enhancing digital commerce and financial inclusion worldwide.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/tether-stablecoin-payments-whop/">Tether backs Whop to bring stablecoin infrastructure to millions of creators</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Coinbase Launches US Stock Trading, Pushing Ambitious ‘Everything Exchange’ Vision Forward

Coinbase is now offering U.S. stock and ETF trading alongside crypto, deepening its push to become a one-stop financial app through a Yahoo Finance partnership and broader plans for tokenized equities and expanded global access. From Crypto to Equities: Coinbase Opens 8,000+ Stocks to American Traders Coinbase Global Inc. (Nasdaq: COIN), a leading U.S.-based cryptocurrency [&#8230;]