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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

Danil ‘donk’ Kryshkovets achieves highest rating at IEM Cologne Major Stage 2

<p>Donk's unprecedented performance at IEM Cologne could redefine competitive standards, influencing team strategies and player evaluations globally.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/donk-highest-rating-iem-cologne-major/">Danil &#8216;donk&#8217; Kryshkovets achieves highest rating at IEM Cologne Major Stage 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

SpaceX draws $250B in investor demand for record IPO, and crypto markets may feel the squeeze

<p>The SpaceX IPO's massive investor demand may divert funds from crypto markets, potentially impacting Bitcoin and other digital asset prices.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/spacex-ipo-250b-demand-crypto-impact/">SpaceX draws $250B in investor demand for record IPO, and crypto markets may feel the squeeze</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Jordan military intercepts five missiles launched from Iran as Middle East conflict rattles markets

<p>Geopolitical tensions heighten market volatility, impacting risk assets and energy supply chains, with potential long-term effects on fiscal policies.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/jordan-intercepts-iran-missiles-crypto-impact/">Jordan military intercepts five missiles launched from Iran as Middle East conflict rattles markets</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Chinese investors turn to digital bets for exposure to US tech IPOs

<p>Chinese investors' shift to crypto derivatives for US tech IPOs highlights growing tensions in global financial regulations and market access.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/chinese-investors-crypto-us-tech-ipos/">Chinese investors turn to digital bets for exposure to US tech IPOs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

European Central Bank acts to limit Revolut’s product expansions across Europe

<p>The ECB's action highlights the tension between rapid fintech innovation and regulatory oversight, potentially slowing Revolut's growth trajectory.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ecb-restricts-revolut-product-expansion-europe/">European Central Bank acts to limit Revolut&#8217;s product expansions across Europe</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Einride to debut on Nasdaq amid SpaceX IPO buzz

<p>Einride's Nasdaq debut amid SpaceX IPO buzz highlights the challenges smaller firms face in gaining investor attention against high-profile competitors.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/einride-nasdaq-debut-spac-merger/">Einride to debut on Nasdaq amid SpaceX IPO buzz</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Masspay Expands Circle Integration With USDC Payouts, Giving Firms New Treasury Options

Masspay has expanded its integration with Circle’s Managed Payments service to allow businesses to facilitate stablecoin payouts and treasury operations without the complexity of direct digital asset management. Abstracting Blockchain Complexity Global payouts platform Masspay has expanded its integration with Circle Payments Network’s Managed Payments service, enabling businesses to fund and make payments using stablecoins [&#8230;]

Oil rises nearly 1% as US launches strikes against Iran, rattling energy and crypto markets

<p>Heightened US-Iran tensions risk prolonged energy market instability and increased volatility in crypto, challenging global economic stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/oil-rises-us-strikes-iran-crypto/">Oil rises nearly 1% as US launches strikes against Iran, rattling energy and crypto markets</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US forces complete strikes on Iranian targets near Strait of Hormuz

<p>Escalating tensions may disrupt global trade routes and increase military engagement risks, impacting geopolitical stability and market dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-forces-complete-strikes-on-iranian-targets-near-strait-of-hormuz/">US forces complete strikes on Iranian targets near Strait of Hormuz</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

CME Group launches Nasdaq CME Crypto Index Futures covering Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and four more tokens

<p>CME's new futures product enhances institutional crypto access, potentially boosting market legitimacy and attracting cautious investors.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/cme-nasdaq-crypto-index-futures-launch-2/">CME Group launches Nasdaq CME Crypto Index Futures covering Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and four more tokens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Third wave of US airstrikes underway in Iran: Axios

<p>The ongoing airstrikes in Iran could destabilize regional geopolitics, potentially leading to leadership changes and impacting global markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/third-wave-of-us-airstrikes-underway-in-iran-axios/">Third wave of US airstrikes underway in Iran: Axios</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Wintermute Warns Bitcoin Bottom Is Unclear With ETF Outflows Near $3B

Wintermute said bitcoin’s latest decline was driven mainly by U.S. institutional selling and ETF outflows, not Strategy’s small BTC sale. The firm warned that capital inflows have not returned, making it too early to call a market bottom. Wintermute Sees Early Bitcoin Accumulation but Says Recovery Lacks Confirmation Bitcoin’s sharp fall below $62,000 was driven [&#8230;]

Can SpaceX IPO Deliver? Devere Says Real Test Comes After

SpaceX’s expected market debut could test whether public investors still have patience for massive private-market valuations. Devere Group says the real challenge will begin after the IPO, when investors start judging growth, spending, execution, and profitability quarter by quarter. SpaceX’s June Debut Could Test Public Demand for Historic IPO SpaceX’s long-awaited stock market debut is [&#8230;]

61 Crypto Leaders Urge Senate to Pass CLARITY Act With Developer Protections

A coalition of 61 industry leaders, founders, and investors is urging Senate leaders to pass the CLARITY Act while preserving key developer protections. The push follows Senate Banking Committee approval of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA) that would clarify rules for developers and service providers. Developer Protections Move to Center of US Crypto Regulation [&#8230;]

XRP Fees Collapse 91.5% as Network Demand Flashes Warning

XRP’s 90-day network fee average has plunged 91.5%, with Glassnode data pointing to a sharp drop in real transaction demand despite earlier price strength. The trend suggests network activity has weakened considerably since the speculative surge, raising questions about the sustainability of underlying usage. XRP’s Fee Collapse Raises Questions About Real Network Demand XRP’s on-chain [&#8230;]

Grayscale: Bitcoin is Undervalued, But Not as Cheap as Past

According to Grayscale’s latest research report, on-chain valuation metrics are showing that BTC is trading below its long-term average at $60,000.This indicator is telling that BTC is cheap, but not as much as previous cyclical lows during previous crashes like the FTX bear run in 2022.The company stated that the ongoing regulatory developments around the CLARITY Act and the stability of leveraged BTC holders.On June 9, Grayscale shared a report regarding Bitcoin’s current price movement amid t

Coinbase, Ripple Join 200+ Organizations Pressing Senate for CLARITY Act Floor Vote

Coinbase, Ripple, and more than 200 organizations are pushing Senate leaders to bring the CLARITY Act to a floor vote. Supporters say the bill would clarify crypto oversight, create registration paths, and keep more digital asset activity under U.S. law. Crypto Coalition Turns Senate Pressure Toward a Floor Vote Washington’s digital asset debate has moved [&#8230;]

Metamask Launches Agent Wallet for AI-Driven DeFi Trading, Targets $236B AI Agent Market

Metamask has launched Agent Wallet, a self-custodial wallet that lets AI agents trade across DeFi while keeping users in control. The product adds mandatory transaction checks, user-set limits, and protection for eligible transactions. Metamask Covers Eligible Agent Wallet Transactions Up to $10,000 Metamask is moving into AI-driven finance with the launch of Metamask Agent Wallet, [&#8230;]

FIFA Prediction Partner ADI Predictstreet Opens to US Traders Despite Licensing Questions Ahead of World Cup

ADI Predictstreet, the official prediction market partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026, has opened to U.S. traders through Fanatics Markets days before kickoff – even as questions persist over how its Gibraltar license was granted and who sits behind it. A FIFA-branded market enters a crowded U.S. field ADI Predictstreet went live on June [&#8230;]