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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

Hyperliquid Price to Hold Key Support as Whale Longs Expand 

Hyperliquid price could record a short pullback of over 10% to seek support from the bottom trendline of channel pattern.Hyperliquid’s Long/short positioning metrics indicate a consistent rise in net-long bias since late February.The daily exponential moving averages (20, 50, 100, and 200) acts as dynamic support for HYPE buyers amid current market uncertainty.HYPE, the native cryptocurrency of the decentralized exchange (DEX), Hyperliquid, is down 1.4% ahead of Friday’s U.S. market hours to tra

Solana Price Recovery Gains Focus as ETF Inflows Resume

Solana price traded in a narrow 24-hour zone, with falls below $85.Solana ETFs recorded $7.33 million in daily net inflow, led by Bitwise BSOL.MACD turned positive, while RSI near 51 shows room for a possible recovery move.After consolidation, SOL-0.02% is preparing for price recovery. With bearish trend dominating, bulls are attempting to reclaim their position as Solana ETF flows improve after stable sessions.Solana Price Stays Rangebound After Brief Drop Below $85Tracking the ongoing Solana p

SHIB Reserve on Binance Surge to 61.8T & Sparks Sell-Off Concerns

Shiba Inu reserves on Binance hit 61.8 trillion.10,000+ new holders signal growing retail demand.ETF inclusion and mixed on-chain flows keep the outlook cautiously bullish.Binance’s SHIB exchange reserves just hit 61.8 trillion tokens. According to CryptoQuant, this big jump started somewhere around mid-March and kept climbing. On-chain charts show reserve line shooting up while price wiggles around.In crypto, more tokens on exchanges usually means trouble. When holders move their tokens f

Trump Weighs In on Prediction Markets, Comparing Insider Trading to Pete Rose Scandal

Donald Trump made his first public comments on the prediction markets insider trading controversy, and his framing was instructive — though probably not in the way the industry would have hoped.A Framing the Industry Has Been Trying to AvoidAsked at the press conference about the arrest of a U.S. soldier who allegedly used classified information to profit from bets on the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Trump's first instinct was curiosity."Well, I don't know about it. Was he be

FCA and 16 Regulators Coordinate Action Against Finfluencers as 1,267 Illegal Ads Reach 2.3M UK Users

The Financial ConductAuthority has coordinated a global enforcement effort targeting illegalfinancial promotions by so-called finfluencers. The action involved17 regulators and began earlier this week. It is a coordinated operation spanning fivecontinents and covering major retail trading hubs including Singapore, HongKong, the United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand. New Zealand’sFinancial Markets Authority said it contacted 14 finfluencers active on socialmedia platforms as part of th

How Live Casino Crypto Platforms Use Blockchain for Dealer Transparency

The live dealer segment of the online entertainment industry has experienced remarkable growth over the past several years, driven by consumer demand for social, interactive experiences that bridge the gap between digital convenience and physical atmosphere. When blockchain technology enters this equation, the result is a new category of platform that combines real-time human interaction with cryptographic transparency, addressing trust concerns that have historically limited the appeal of onlin

KelpDAO Update: Recovers 73,700 ETH, rsETH Gap Still Near 89,500 ETH

KelpDAO has recovered 73,700 ETH from the rsETH incident, reducing the total shortfall from 163,200 ETH to about 89,500 ETH.Over 43,500 ETH in commitments have come from key players like Aave, Mantle, and Lido Finance to support recovery efforts.New proposals, including a structured recovery vault and liquidity backstops, aim to manage bad debt and stabilize the crypto ecosystem.KelpDAO has shared a fresh update on its ongoing recovery efforts following the recent rsETH incident. The team confir

Israeli airstrikes persist in Lebanon despite US-brokered ceasefire extension

<p>Continued Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon undermine market confidence in ceasefire predictions, highlighting geopolitical instability and uncertainty.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/israeli-airstrikes-persist-in-lebanon-despite-us-brokered-ceasefire-extension/">Israeli airstrikes persist in Lebanon despite US-brokered ceasefire extension</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran to add US-Israel war to school textbooks amid ceasefire

<p>Iran's textbook change may entrench anti-US-Israel sentiment, complicating future diplomacy and reducing chances for near-term peace.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-to-add-us-israel-war-to-school-textbooks-amid-ceasefire/">Iran to add US-Israel war to school textbooks amid ceasefire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Morgan Stanley unveils stablecoin reserves fund amid GENIUS Act anticipation

<p>Morgan Stanley's move into stablecoin reserves could stabilize the market, but regulatory impacts and market participation remain uncertain.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/morgan-stanley-unveils-stablecoin-reserves-fund-amid-genius-act-anticipation/">Morgan Stanley unveils stablecoin reserves fund amid GENIUS Act anticipation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Bitcoin Price Stalls Below $78K Despite ETF Surge, Metaplanet Buying

Bitcoin ETFs saw inflows for 8 straight days, indicating strong institutional demand in recent days.According to Bitwise, there has been massive accumulation, with ETFs buying 9x more BTC than mined supply.Even with these positive developments, BTC remains range-bound below $78,000 with sellers capping upside.Bitcoin spot exchange traded funds (ETF) are on fire as the products managed to pull in a great amount of money yesterday, April 23, 2026. According to SoSoValue, Bitcoin ETFs saw an inflow

ETHFI token unlock threatens 95.7% dilution, Ethereum market watches April 30

<p>The potential dilution from the ETHFI token unlock could lead to market volatility, impacting Ethereum's price stability and investor sentiment.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ethfi-token-unlock-threatens-957-dilution-ethereum-market-watches-april-30/">ETHFI token unlock threatens 95.7% dilution, Ethereum market watches April 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

U.S. Charges Soldier in First Insider Trading Case Linked to Prediction Markets

A U.S. Army soldier faces federal charges for allegedly using classified intelligence to trade on Polymarket, marking the first insider trading case tied to a prediction market. The indictment in the Southern District of New York names Gannon Ken Van Dyke. Prosecutors say Van Dyke accessed classified details about "Operation Absolute Resolve," the campaign to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, and used it to bet on Polymarket. He wagered about $33,000 on 13 contracts tied to U.S. involvem

Yara International Q1 earnings beat as Strait of Hormuz remains closed

<p>The closure's impact on shipping economics highlights vulnerabilities in global trade routes, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/yara-international-q1-earnings-beat-as-strait-of-hormuz-remains-closed/">Yara International Q1 earnings beat as Strait of Hormuz remains closed</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

CLARITY Act Faces Delay as 50/50 Odds Signal Uncertain 2026 Passage

The odds of the CLARITY Act passing in 2026 slip to 50/50 on Polymarket.The ongoing stablecoin debates and markup uncertainty cast a shadow over the passage.Experts warn that if the crypto bill is not passed soon, it will lose momentum amid elections. The crypto regulation in the US is facing rising uncertainty as the much-awaited CLARITY Act is poised to face further delays. After gaining bipartisan support in the House, the crypto bill is now entering a sensitive phase in the Senate. As the st

Iran conflict raises energy costs, threatens Germany’s economic outlook

<p>Germany's recession risks rise, but ECB rate cuts remain unlikely, highlighting potential long-term economic challenges amid energy disruptions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-conflict-raises-energy-costs-threatens-germanys-economic-outlook/">Iran conflict raises energy costs, threatens Germany&#8217;s economic outlook</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US naval blockade escalates tensions, dims prospects for Iran talks

<p>The US naval blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, reducing chances for diplomatic resolutions and impacting global market stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-naval-blockade-escalates-tensions-dims-prospects-for-iran-talks/">US naval blockade escalates tensions, dims prospects for Iran talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Bitcoin’s $3.8 billion recovery in 2026 hits crossroads with the path to $150,000 still open

Several recovery engines are running in parallel as Bitcoin trades near $78,000, roughly 38% below its October 2025 peak.US spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $1.32 billion in March, reversing the outflow streak that ran from November 2025 through February. From Apr. 6 through Apr. 22, they added another $2.42 billion net, with the largest flow of $663.9 million registered on Apr. 17.Demand held while the Nasdaq-100 fell 4.9%, and the S&P 500 fell 5.1% over the first quarter. On Apr. 22, Bitcoin pierce

Beyond the Transaction: Optimizing Your Payment Gateway for Global E-commerce Success

In today's hyper-connected digital economy, a robust and intelligent payment gateway is no longer a mere operational necessity; it's a strategic asset for global e-commerce success. Businesses that treat payment processing as a commodity risk falling behind, while those that embrace a fast, versatile, and customer-centric payment strategy unlock significant competitive advantages.The critical question for modern merchants has evolved from "What are the transaction fees?" to "Is our payment strat