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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

French police raid X’s Paris offices, summon Elon Musk over platform abuse allegations

<p>The investigation into X's operations may lead to stricter regulations and increased scrutiny of social media platforms in Europe.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/platform-abuse-investigation-elon-musk-x/">French police raid X&#8217;s Paris offices, summon Elon Musk over platform abuse allegations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Nordic Crypto Exchange Safello Expands Cross‑Border Services With Launch in Finland

Safello launches regulated crypto services in Finland under MiCA authorization, enabling euro payments, trading and custody. Safello announced on February 3, 2026 in Stockholm that it has launched services in Finland as its first cross‑border establishment, operating under its authorization as a crypto‑asset service provider under the EU’s Regulation on Markets in Crypto‑Assets (MiCA); Finnish [&#8230;]

Libra Case: Confidential Agreement Between President Milei and Hayden Adams Revealed

According to local sources, the agreement would have been signed by Milei and Kelsier Ventures’ CEO Hayden Davis two weeks before the launch of Libra. The document, signed in January 2025, establishes Davis’ position as a blockchain and AI advisor to the Argentine president. Libra Case: President Milei and Hayden Davis Agreement Revealed More revelations [&#8230;]

What are Crypto Nodes: What They Do and Why They Matter

Every time you send crypto, crypto nodes go to work. They check rules, share updates, and agree on what’s valid. You rarely see them, but they power wallets, block explorers, and networks themselves. Without crypto nodes, blockchains would break. This guide explains what they do and why they matter.What Is a Node in Cryptocurrency?Node, simply put, is a computer that runs blockchain software. Each blockchain node connects to others and follows shared rules.Blockchain nodes work by checking data,

Opera Adds Tether Gold to Minipay for Emerging Markets

Tether and Opera integrate USDT and Tether Gold (XAU₮0) into Minipay to expand dollar and gold‑denominated access in emerging markets. Tether announced on February 2, 2026 that USDT and Tether Gold (via XAU₮0) are now supported in Minipay, Opera’s self‑custodial wallet on the Celo blockchain, enabling millions of users across Africa, Latin America and Southeast [&#8230;]

Paypal Study Highlights Growth of Cryptocurrency Payments in the US

A new study by Paypal and the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) shows that cryptocurrency payments have grown to be more than a footnote in the U.S. According to this study, 4 in every 10 merchants accept crypto, with these alternatives becoming everyday solutions for digital natives. Paypal Study: Crypto Payments Going Mainstream in the U.S. [&#8230;]

Hyperliquid to Enter Prediction Markets, HYPE Token Up by 20%

Key Highlights: Hyperliquid&#8217;s HYPE token surges as the platform announces its entry into the prediction market space. The&#8230;

IG Group Completes Purchase of Independent Reserve Following Singapore Regulatory Approval

IG Group has finalized its acquisition of Independent Reserve, one of Australia’s leading regulated cryptocurrency exchanges, marking a major expansion into digital assets across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East. Regulatory Approval and Legacy IG Group has officially completed its acquisition of Independent Reserve, one of Australia’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, marking a significant expansion into digital [&#8230;]

Bitcoin Enters Risk Zone — Could History Repeat with a 50% Drawdown? 

Since last week, the Bitcoin price has dropped from $90,438 to $78,193, registering a loss of roughly 13%.&#8230;

First Batch Complete: Binance Starts Executing a $1B Bitcoin Buying Plan

Binance has begun shifting its $1 billion user protection fund into bitcoin, converting stablecoin reserves as part of a broader move to anchor SAFU in what it calls crypto’s most durable asset. Binance Begins $1B Bitcoin Accumulation Plan With First $100M Allocation Crypto exchange Binance shared on social media platform X on Feb. 2 that [&#8230;]

Trump Didn’t Know About Abu Dhabi’s $500M Stake in WLFI

Key Highlights In the press conference, U.S. President Trump shared a comment on a $500 million investment from&#8230;

Ripple Signals Massive European Expansion After Clearing EU Regulatory Barrier

Ripple has cleared a crucial regulatory hurdle in Europe, unlocking the ability to scale regulated blockchain payment services across the EU and deepen institutional adoption as digital finance rules tighten. Ripple Breaks Into Europe’s Financial Core as Full EU EMI License Signals Green Light for Massive Expansion A major regulatory development is reshaping Ripple’s European [&#8230;]

Bitcoin Weakness Points Lower as Galaxy’s Head of Research Flags Risk of Deeper Pullback

Bitcoin’s latest stumble has caught the attention of several crypto desks, with Galaxy Digital’s Alex Thorn warning that mounting technical and onchain signals suggest prices may still have room to fall. Thorn Sees More Bitcoin Pain Before a Bottom As of Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, bitcoin was trading at $78,640 per coin, roughly 37.6% below [&#8230;]

EC Markets Trading Volume Jumps 157% as Active Clients Nearly Double

EC Markets closed 2025 with a strong surge in client activity, lifting its quarterly trading volumes to new highs. The broker reported $4.476 trillion in trading volume in the final quarter of the year.EC Markets' the volumes rose steadily throughout the year. Itposted $1.737 trillion in Q1, then $2.319 trillion inQ2 and $3.081 trillion in Q3, before reaching $4.476 trillion in Q4. The expansion is equivalent to a 157 percent increase over the period.Record Q4 Caps a Year of ExpansionAccording t

New York AG Letitia James Warns Stablecoin Law Fails to Protect Fraud Victims

New York Attorney General Letitia James and four district attorneys warned that the GENIUS Act gives stablecoin issuers legal cover to profit from fraud while failing to require the return of stolen funds to victims. According to the letter, first reported on by CNN’s Allison Morrow, addressed to Senate Democratic leaders, James and prosecutors including [&#8230;]

SpaceX acquires xAI as Musk pitches orbital data centers ahead of $1 trillion IPO

<p>SpaceX acquires xAI as Musk pitches orbital AI data centers while reports flag mid June IPO talks targeting a $1.5 trillion valuation.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/spacex-xai-acquisition-orbital-data-centers/">SpaceX acquires xAI as Musk pitches orbital data centers ahead of $1 trillion IPO</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Gold at $20K? Ron Paul Says Fiat Currency Breakdown Makes It Possible

Ron Paul says the global fiat monetary system is nearing a “climactic end,” warning that soaring debt, currency debasement, and political overreach are pushing the dollar—and the broader world order—toward a dangerous reckoning. Liberty Advocate Ron Paul on Debt, Gold, and Why the Dollar’s Decline May Accelerate Speaking with David Lin on The David Lin [&#8230;]

U.S. Government Takes Control of $400M in Bitcoin, Assets Tied to Helix Mixer

Bitcoin MagazineU.S. Government Takes Control of $400M in Bitcoin, Assets Tied to Helix MixerThe U.S. government has taken full legal ownership of more than $400 million in seized cryptocurrency, cash, and real estate tied to Helix, once one of the most widely used bitcoin mixing services on the darknet.A federal judge in Washington, D.C., entered a final order of forfeiture on Jan. 21, transferring the assets to the government following the conviction of Helix operator Larry Dean Harmon. The fo

ZAMA is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that ZAMA is available for trading on Kraken!Funding and tradingZAMA trading is live as of February 2, 2026.To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’.&nbsp;Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken. Deposits made using other networks will be lost.Trade on KrakenHere’s some more information about this asset:Zama Confidential Blockchain Protocol (ZAMA)The Zama Confidential Block