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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

Bybit Blocks $300 Million in Crypto Scams Using AI

Bybit intercepted $300 million in fraudulent withdrawals in Q4 2025 using a new AI-powered risk framework. The exchange says its multi-layered defense system sets a new standard for proactive crypto security. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Shields Users as Bybit Sets New Security Benchmark in 2025 Bybit says it prevented $300 million in scam-related losses in the […]

Trump held private meeting with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong before urging banks to support crypto bill

<p>Trump's advocacy for crypto legislation could accelerate regulatory clarity, potentially boosting U.S. competitiveness in digital finance.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-meets-brian-armstrong-crypto-policy-debates/">Trump held private meeting with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong before urging banks to support crypto bill</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Crypto.com Donates a Million Dollars to After-School All-Stars With LA Kings

Crypto.com is donating $1 million to After-School All-Stars to expand educational and summer programming for youth across the United States. On March 2, 2026, Crypto.com announced a $1 million donation to After-School All-Stars during an on-ice ceremony at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The event took place during a game between the LA Kings [&#8230;]

Central Bank Gold Buying Slows as Iran Escalation Shapes Reserve Strategy

Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and widening geopolitical rifts are driving central banks to reassess gold reserves, with the World Gold Council signaling that deepening global conflict risks will anchor official demand through 2026. Central Banks Recalibrate Gold Buying as Geopolitical Risks Intensify Central bank gold buying moderated at the start of the year, the World Gold [&#8230;]

Binance doubles down on APAC, plans 5 new licenses this year to expand global footprint

<p>Binance's APAC expansion could enhance its global influence, emphasizing compliance and innovation in the rapidly growing crypto market.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/binance-apac-expansion-global-footprint/">Binance doubles down on APAC, plans 5 new licenses this year to expand global footprint</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

ARK Invest loads up Robinhood stock ahead of its “Take Flight” event

<p>ARK Invest's move signals confidence in Robinhood's growth potential, highlighting a strategic shift towards comprehensive financial services.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ark-invest-loads-hood-shares-robinhood-take-flight-event/">ARK Invest loads up Robinhood stock ahead of its &#8220;Take Flight&#8221; event</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

‘Gold Pillars Crumbling?’ Strategist Questions Durability of Gold’s Geopolitical Bid

Gold’s geopolitical premium may be fading as crude oil and silver eye powerful upside, with shifting global tensions and market volatility poised to redraw the commodity landscape, according to Bloomberg Intelligence’s Mike McGlone. Gold’s Geopolitical Bid Faces Pressure as Crude and Silver Gain Momentum Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Commodity Strategist Mike McGlone shared on social media [&#8230;]

PayPal Names Enrique Lores CEO as $475B Volume Giant Eyes Fintech Reset

Key Takeaways:Enrique Lores officially begins taking charge of Chairman cum CEO of PayPal.He commits to tighten the execution and pay more strongly to focus in a severely competitive fintech market.The leadership change happens when Paypal is fostering its areas of payment, crypto and platform expansion.PayPal has entered a new leadership era. Enrique Lores formally took over as President and CEO, signaling a reset at one of the world’s largest digital payments firms. The company confirmed the a

Trump pressures banks to make deal with crypto firms over market structure bill

<p>Trump's push for crypto collaboration may reshape financial regulations, challenging traditional banks and potentially boosting US crypto leadership.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-crypto-market-structure-bill/">Trump pressures banks to make deal with crypto firms over market structure bill</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

700% Surge: Crypto Outflows From Iran’s Largest Exchange Spike Minutes After US-Israeli Airstrikes

Crypto outflows from Iran’s largest exchange surged 700% within minutes of U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, according to Elliptic data, signaling possible capital flight as geopolitical tensions and sanctions pressure intensify across the region’s fragile financial system. Iran Sees Massive Surge in Crypto Outflows Following Airstrikes Conflict and financial instability often accelerate shifts toward borderless digital assets. Blockchain [&#8230;]

MiCA Reality: EU Countries Set to Lead CASP Licensing in the New Era

Key Takeaways:Although MiCA has raised both costs and the compliance bar, credible entry routes remain open for firms prepared to meet heightened scrutiny and operate across Europe.Bulgaria, Lithuania, Poland, Malta, and Cyprus stand out as among the most relevant jurisdictions for pursuing a MiCA license today.Firms must evaluate how each country interprets, enforces, and implements the rules nationally to select a jurisdiction best tailored to their business model.The Markets in Crypto Assets

Ripple Positions as One-Stop Digital Asset Hub With Major Payments Expansion

Ripple is expanding its enterprise blockchain platform with integrated stablecoin payments, custody, and global liquidity tools, positioning itself as a one-stop infrastructure provider as institutions accelerate adoption of regulated digital asset solutions worldwide. Ripple Announces Unified Platform for Collecting, Holding, and Paying out in Fiat and Stablecoins Digital asset infrastructure continues to evolve as financial [&#8230;]

Bitcoin Outlook Tied to Oil, Fed Policy as Conflict Escalates

Bitcoin faces mounting volatility as geopolitical tensions and surging oil prices rattle global markets, with Wintermute warning that macro forces — not crypto fundamentals — now threaten to dictate the sector’s next decisive move. Analysts Warn Energy Shock Could Delay Crypto Recovery Global markets are recalibrating as geopolitical tensions reshape expectations for risk assets. Bitcoin [&#8230;]

Bitwise CIO says weekend Iran strike exposed advantage of 24/7 markets like Hyperliquid

<p>Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says the Iran attack weekend showed how onchain markets like Hyperliquid are becoming key venues for global trading.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/finance-onchain-shift-accelerates/">Bitwise CIO says weekend Iran strike exposed advantage of 24/7 markets like Hyperliquid</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Morgan Stanley Maintains Bullish US Stock Outlook Despite Iran Conflict

Morgan Stanley says U.S. stocks can withstand escalating Iran tensions unless oil prices surge and stay elevated, reinforcing a bullish outlook that hinges on crude and the durability of the business cycle. Morgan Stanley Says Iran Conflict Unlikely to Derail Stock Rally Geopolitical tensions often test investor confidence in global markets. Morgan Stanley strategists believe [&#8230;]

Indiana Governor Signs Bill Allowing Bitcoin in State Retirement Plans

Bitcoin MagazineIndiana Governor Signs Bill Allowing Bitcoin in State Retirement PlansIndiana Gov. Mike Braun has signed legislation allowing bitcoin and cryptocurrency investments in the state’s public retirement and savings plans, opening the door for state employees to gain exposure to digital assets through self-directed accounts.The measure, House Bill 1042, requires Indiana’s public retirement boards, deferred compensation committees, and annuity savings programs to offer self-directed bro

Google launches Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite as fastest and cheapest Gemini 3 model

<p>Google launches Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite, a fast low cost AI model for developers with improved speed, benchmarks and scalable API pricing.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/gemini-3-1-flash-lite-launch/">Google launches Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite as fastest and cheapest Gemini 3 model</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

OpenAI releases GPT-5.3 Instant with fewer refusals and improved web answers

<p>OpenAI releases GPT-5.3 Instant for ChatGPT with fewer refusals, improved web answers, and reduced hallucinations across major benchmarks.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/openai-gpt-5-3-instant-release/">OpenAI releases GPT-5.3 Instant with fewer refusals and improved web answers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Vitalik Buterin urges Ethereum to focus on sanctuary technologies beyond finance

<p>Vitalik Buterin urges Ethereum to expand beyond finance and help build open technologies that protect privacy and digital coordination.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ethereum-sanctuary-technologies-expansion/">Vitalik Buterin urges Ethereum to focus on sanctuary technologies beyond finance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>