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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

Base moves beyond OP Stack as it rebuilds its core stack

<p>Coinbases Base will transition off the OP Stack to a unified proprietary stack, targeting six hard forks per year and faster upgrades.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/base-custom-stack-optimism-transition/">Base moves beyond OP Stack as it rebuilds its core stack</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Bitcoin whales added 200,000 BTC in a month — but short-term demand is fading at the same time

Bitcoin's ongoing price struggles is turning into a market defined less by “bad news” and more by mechanics, the kind that can keep a downtrend alive even when selling looks tired.According to CryptoSlate's data, the BTC price is down approximately 46% from the record high near $126,000 set in early October 2025 and trading around $67,470 as of press time.Glassnode has described the post-October market as a three-stage unwind where BTC experienced a rapid decline toward its “True Market Mean&#82

MYX completes funding round led by Consensys ahead of V2 launch

<p>MYX's funding and V2 launch could revolutionize DeFi by enhancing Ethereum's derivatives infrastructure, promoting scalability and integration.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/blockchain-investment-myx-finance/">MYX completes funding round led by Consensys ahead of V2 launch</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Premium Staking on Solana: Ilya Tarutov on Tramplin.io and Savings-Style Rewards for Smaller Holders

Crypto yield generated significant excitement when it emerged in 2017, particularly in DeFi, due to its earning potential. However, small holders were often excluded. Standard staking offered minimal rewards, while riskier options threatened capital. Today, we focus on addressing these challenges. Ilya Tarutov believes there’s a better solution. As the founder of Tramplin.io, he spoke [&#8230;]

Yi-Ling Liu: China’s internet model sparks global envy and misunderstanding | Odd Lots

The internet's initial promise of decentralization has shifted towards centralization and conflict. China's controlled internet model is viewed with envy by some world leaders. Western narratives often oversimplify the complexities of the Chinese internet.The post Yi-Ling Liu: China&#8217;s internet model sparks global envy and misunderstanding | Odd Lots appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Miles Suter: Cash App Now Offers Best Bitcoin Pricing, Higher Withdrawals for Users

Bitcoin MagazineMiles Suter: Cash App Now Offers Best Bitcoin Pricing, Higher Withdrawals for UsersCash App, the popular digital wallet and payments app, announced a series of changes to its Bitcoin offering, including a massive increase in withdrawal limits, lower fees, new funding rails, and lots more in an exclusive interview with Miles Suter, Product Lead at Block Inc. “Our mission is to make living on bitcoin simple and practical,” Suter told Bitcoin Magazine. The company, which today serve

Etoro Outperforms Expectations With Record Q4 Profit, Stock Rallies

Etoro shares jumped this week after the trading platform posted record fourth-quarter net income, even as cryptocurrency-related revenue declined sharply. ETOR Jumps Despite 38% Drop in Etoro’s Crypto Revenue The Israel-based multi-asset brokerage Etoro reported GAAP net income of $69 million for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2025, up 16% from $59 million a year [&#8230;]

Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks and David Friedberg: Economic unrest fuels Iran’s protests | All-In

Economic issues, particularly inflation, are a major driving force behind the protests in Iran. Sanctions have severely impacted Iran, leading to predictions of inevitable socio-political breaks. Civil unrest often stems from the inability of people to afford basic necessities.The post Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks and David Friedberg: Economic unrest fuels Iran&#8217;s protests | All-In appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Uber plans $100 million investment in autonomous vehicle charging stations

<p>Uber invests $100M to build fast charging hubs for robotaxis across the US, targeting 10 autonomous cities by 2026.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/uber-autonomous-vehicle-charging-investment/">Uber plans $100 million investment in autonomous vehicle charging stations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon says he holds Bitcoin

<p>Goldman Sachs' CEO owning Bitcoin signals growing institutional acceptance, potentially influencing future regulatory and market dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/goldman-sachs-crypto-monitoring/">Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon says he holds Bitcoin</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

New assets and pairs available for margin trading: XAUT, ASTER, XDC, CC!

Margin trading is now available for two new trading pairs:Pair basePair nameAvailable leverageLong limitShort limitXAUTXAUT/USD38080ASTERASTER/USD3140,000140,000XDC*XDC/USD31,500,0000CCCC/USD3450,000450,000Get Started with KrakenHere’s some more information about the tokens:Tether Gold (XAUT) is a digital asset backed 1:1 by LBMA-certified physical gold stored in Swiss vaults, and offers digital ownership, uninterrupted trading, and redemption options.Aster (ASTER) is a decentralized exchange t

Matt Hogan: Institutional adoption is ending the four-year cycle, Bitcoin halving is losing significance, and covered call strategies are reshaping investment | Empire

The traditional four-year cycle in crypto is becoming obsolete due to the influence of institutional adoption. Institutional investments in crypto have reached a staggering $15 trillion, indicating a major shift in market dynamics. The fear and greed index suggests a stable market outlook despite...The post Matt Hogan: Institutional adoption is ending the four-year cycle, Bitcoin halving is losing significance, and covered call strategies are reshaping investment | Empire appeared first on Crypt

Steak ’n Shake Links Dramatic Sales Surge to Bitcoin Adoption

Steak ’n Shake says same-store sales have climbed sharply since it began accepting bitcoin nine months ago. The company now holds about 161 BTC in a corporate reserve and is using part of it to fund employee bonuses. Fast Food Chain Builds 161 BTC Treasury Nine months after rolling out bitcoin payments, Steak ’n Shake [&#8230;]

The metrics that matter for XRP network health and how to read them without counting noise

XRP network health scorecard: wallets, trustlines, DEX volume, uptimeKey takeawaysRipple and Aviva Investors said Feb. 11 they intend to tokenize traditional fund structures onto the XRP Ledger “over 2026 and beyond.”Messari’s State of XRP Ledger Q4 2025 reported 425,400 total new addresses in Q4 2025 (down 4.9% QoQ) and average daily active addresses of about 49,000, alongside 1.83 million average daily transactions.XRPL’s consensus model centers on validator trust lists, and the network’s stan

Payward acquires Magna, bringing deeper token lifecycle infrastructure to Kraken

We’re excited to announce that Payward, our unified financial infrastructure platform powering Kraken, has acquired Magna. Magna is the leading token management platform used by crypto-native teams to manage vesting, claims, distributions, and related operational workflows. Terms of the transaction will not be disclosed. The acquisition marks a significant step in our expansion beyond trading infrastructure into a fully verticalized product suite supporting early stage fundraising, growth, dist

Kraken acquires token manager Magna ahead of IPO

<p>Kraken's strategic acquisitions enhance its market position and innovation capacity, potentially boosting investor confidence ahead of its IPO.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/kraken-acquires-magna-ipo/">Kraken acquires token manager Magna ahead of IPO</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Rise of the “Risk-On” Investor: New Data Shows Gen Z Traders Driving Market Demand

A new generation of self-directed investors, especially Gen Z, is entering 2026 with a stronger appetite for risk, according to new research from UK wealth manager Charles Stanley Direct.These findings show a shift toward aggressive, self-directed trading in the retail market.The UK study finds over a third (36%) of self-directed investors now seek high or very high investment risk. The trend is clear among the youngest: Half (50%) of Gen Z want to take on more risk, and 60% are taking on more r

XRP Ledger activates permissioned DEX for regulated institutions on mainnet

<p>The activation of a permissioned DEX on XRPL may enhance institutional blockchain adoption, bridging traditional finance with decentralized markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/xrp-ledger-institutional-permissioned-dex/">XRP Ledger activates permissioned DEX for regulated institutions on mainnet</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Joe Lubin: Banks must adopt blockchain to survive the DeFi revolution | Epicenter

Banks are increasingly adopting blockchain technology to improve efficiency and adapt to the rise of decentralized banking. The shift to Web3 presents a risk of being undermined by legacy financial institutions maintaining control. Progressive decentralization is crucial for a significant societa...The post Joe Lubin: Banks must adopt blockchain to survive the DeFi revolution | Epicenter appeared first on Crypto Briefing.