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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

HSBC plans Hong Kong AI research institute with blockchain and post-quantum focus

HSBC's new institute could bolster Hong Kong's fintech ecosystem, enhance regional AI leadership, and influence global digital asset security.The post HSBC plans Hong Kong AI research institute with blockchain and post-quantum focus appeared first on...

Pendle becomes second-largest DeFi venue for tokenized stocks with 17% share

Pendle's rapid ascent in DeFi tokenized stocks highlights the volatile yet transformative potential of decentralized finance innovations.The post Pendle becomes second-largest DeFi venue for tokenized stocks with 17% share appeared first on Crypto Br...

Bhutan partners with 3iQ to manage sovereign Bitcoin holdings

Bhutan's move to actively manage Bitcoin holdings could set a precedent for other nations, highlighting the evolving role of digital assets in sovereign wealth.The post Bhutan partners with 3iQ to manage sovereign Bitcoin holdings appeared first on C...

South Korea plans to nearly double AI spending to 21.3 trillion won

South Korea's AI budget surge aims to enhance global competitiveness, foster domestic innovation, and strengthen its tech infrastructure.The post South Korea plans to nearly double AI spending to 21.3 trillion won appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ripple CEO Sees XRP as Institutional Gold Standard Within 5 Years

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse sees XRP continuing to emerge as the institutional gold standard for crypto rails over the next five years. David Schwartz envisions mass retail adoption, with blockchain supporting how people manage money, receive paymen...

Cardano’s 2027 budget proposal would let funding stewards seek grants too

Proposed stewards could influence assessments while DReps retain spending votes and a direct funding route awaits its allocation.Read the full story on CryptoSlateUnderstand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in y...

Only 40 Crypto Firms Survive Brazil’s Strict Licensing Deadline

Reports indicate that after the October 30 deadline, out of the 150-200 companies expected, only 40 applied for operating licenses. The licensing process has consolidated the VASP industry, with many companies exiting Brazil as compliance requirement...

SK Hynix forecasts memory chip shortage will last through 2030

The prolonged chip shortage could drive innovation, strategic partnerships, and investment shifts, impacting global tech and economic landscapes.The post SK Hynix forecasts memory chip shortage will last through 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing...

Chinese robot makers raise $13B as the industry pivots from bodies to brains

The shift towards AI "brains" in robotics could redefine industry standards, emphasizing practical applications over mere technological spectacle.The post Chinese robot makers raise $13B as the industry pivots from bodies to brains appeared first on...

Bitcoin Mining Revenue Hits 11-Month High Despite Brutal Hashprice Decline

While bitcoin prices have tumbled in the aftermath of the massive $6.3 billion Binance hack, miners closed October with their highest monthly revenue since November 2025. However, the leading crypto asset’s recent price deterioration has taken a cons...

Trump backs Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after report of Chinese spy plot

The incident underscores the delicate balance in US-China relations, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in corporate and national security.The post Trump backs Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after report of Chinese spy plot appeared first on Crypto Brie...

Crypto Weekly: Binance Hack Deepens Crypto Rout as Market Cap Falls to $2.7T

The cryptocurrency market ended October down 10%, with its total capitalization falling from $3 trillion to $2.7 trillion amid widespread losses. Bitcoin declined 3.3% in the final week, extending its year-to-date losses to 11%, while ethereum fell m...

Anthropic’s IPO could make its founders worth up to $200 billion, and critics are watching where the money goes

Anthropic's IPO could significantly influence philanthropic and political landscapes, raising questions about wealth distribution and societal impact.The post Anthropic’s IPO could make its founders worth up to $200 billion, and critics are wat...

Tracked Binance wallets record $2.5 billion in outflows as withdrawals reopen after hack

Binance's tracked cryptocurrency wallets recorded $2,510 million in net outflows on Nov. 1 after the exchange resumed withdrawals following its $6.3 billion security breach. According to DeFiLlama data, the outflows included approximately $1,083...

National Grid buys Teesside land for what could be the UK’s largest substation

The acquisition could significantly bolster the UK's energy infrastructure, supporting AI advancements and enhancing grid resilience.The post National Grid buys Teesside land for what could be the UK’s largest substation appeared first on Crypt...

Aramco takes 49% stake in Saudi AI company HUMAIN for $2.6 billion plus assets

Aramco's investment in HUMAIN signals a strategic shift towards tech, potentially boosting regional innovation and attracting global partnerships.The post Aramco takes 49% stake in Saudi AI company HUMAIN for $2.6 billion plus assets appeared first o...

CZ Praises US Authorities for Halting $6B Binance Hack Fallout

The co-founder and former CEO of Binance praised the role U.S. law enforcement agencies played in handling the aftermath of the over $6 billion hack the exchange suffered at the hands of North Korean hackers, crediting them with keeping the market af...

Morgan Stanley estimates 70 GW power shortfall for US data centers by 2028

The projected power shortfall could hinder tech growth, leading to potential delays in data center expansions and increased competition for resources.The post Morgan Stanley estimates 70 GW power shortfall for US data centers by 2028 appeared first o...

Andrej Karpathy launches HackerTube, a Claude-curated YouTube alternative built from Hacker News comments

HackerTube's community-driven curation and privacy-focused design challenge traditional content platforms, highlighting AI's transformative role.The post Andrej Karpathy launches HackerTube, a Claude-curated YouTube alternative built from Hacker News...