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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

SEC Testifies on Clear Crypto Oversight, Signaling Major Regulatory Breakthrough for Digital Assets

In congressional testimony, the SEC detailed plans to align with Congress on a federal crypto framework aimed at clarifying digital asset rules, easing compliance burdens and modernizing oversight to unlock broader market growth. SEC Targets Structured Crypto Oversight in Shift That Could Unlock Massive Market Growth U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul S. […]

A ‘Genuine Vision’ for XRP’s Future Sparks Momentum for a Breakout Growth Chapter

XRP’s ecosystem enters a pivotal growth phase as the XRPL Foundation names a seasoned insider to lead long-term governance, scalability, and institutional expansion, reinforcing confidence in the XRP Ledger’s resilience and global adoption trajectory. With a ‘Genuine Vision’ for XRP’s Future, the Stage Is Set for Accelerated Growth XRP’s ecosystem continues to gain strength as […]

EU Weighs Blanket Ban on Crypto Transactions With Russia

The European Union is weighing a blanket ban on all cryptocurrency transactions with Russia, arguing it would be more effective than targeting individual platforms used to bypass sanctions. Shift Toward a Comprehensive Crypto Ban The European Union (EU) is considering a sweeping ban on all cryptocurrency transactions with Russia as part of new sanctions designed […]

Report: World Liberty Financial Launches Cross-Border Payment Push

The crypto venture backed by President Donald Trump’s family plans to launch a foreign exchange and remittance platform targeting lower fees in the $7 trillion global currency market. World Liberty Financial said Thursday it will soon roll out “World Swap,” a platform designed to simplify cross-border foreign exchange and remittance services, according to reporting by […]

Is Bitcoin Digital Gold or Growth Asset? Grayscale Weighs In

A new report from Grayscale argues that while bitcoin retains the design features of a long-term store of value, its recent price action has looked far more like a growth stock than digital gold. Grayscale Report Says Bitcoin Moves in Lockstep With High-EV Software Stocks Bitcoin’s price slid to roughly $60,000 on Feb. 5, marking […]

Anthropic doubles valuation in five months to $380B with $30B raise

<p>Anthropic raises $30B at a $380B valuation in a Series G round led by GIC and Coatue, marking one of the largest venture deals ever.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/anthropic-funding-surge-series-g/">Anthropic doubles valuation in five months to $380B with $30B raise</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Coinbase posts $667M Q4 loss as shares rebound 3% in after-hours trading

<p>Coinbase reports a $667M Q4 loss as revenue falls 20% year over year, missing expectations despite record 2025 trading volume.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/coinbase-q4-loss-revenue-decline/">Coinbase posts $667M Q4 loss as shares rebound 3% in after-hours trading</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Cryptoquant Warns: Bitcoin Bear Market Bottom Not Here Yet

A sharp wave of bitcoin losses has rattled traders, but Cryptoquant says data shows a market still searching for a true bear market bottom. Bitcoin Downturn Deepens, but Cryptoquant Says Capitulation Isn’t Complete Cryptoquant’s latest Institutional Insights report, published Feb. 12 and titled “Patience: Bear Market Bottoms Take Time to Form,” argues that recent volatility [&#8230;]

Nearly 8 in 10 Retail Investors Invest Monthly as Gen‑Z Leads the Charge, Study Shows

Retail investors increased discipline anddiversification in 2025, according to new global survey data from eToro’sRetail Investor Beat. The findings suggest that regular investing, closerportfolio monitoring and broader asset exposure now characterize activity inthis segment.Retail Investors Invest Monthly and Monitor PortfoliosThe survey, conducted by Opinium for eToro, covers11,000 retail investors across 13 countries. It shows that 70% of respondentsactively review their portfolios, while 79%

Justin Drake: Quantum computing could break crypto keys in minutes, Ethereum aims for post-quantum security by 2029, and the race to secure blockchain against quantum threats | Unchained

Quantum computing could threaten crypto security, urging urgent upgrades to protect digital assets.The post Justin Drake: Quantum computing could break crypto keys in minutes, Ethereum aims for post-quantum security by 2029, and the race to secure blockchain against quantum threats | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Strategy Devours January Bitcoin Buying, Claims 97.5% of Corporate Additions

Corporate bitcoin accumulation accelerated in January, but according to bitcointreasuries.net, nearly all the momentum came from a single heavyweight. 4.08 Million BTC Held Across Entities, Says Bitcoin Treasuries Report The January 2026 Corporate Adoption Report from bitcointreasuries.net shows that public and private entities added 43,228 BTC during the month, valued at roughly $3.5 billion based [&#8230;]

Ripple’s David Schwartz Calls Bitcoin a ‘Tech Dead End’ as XRP Debate Heats Up Online

Key Takeaways:Ripple CTO Emeritus, David Schwartz, claimed that Bitcoin is a “technological dead end” and upgrades do not count towards its success.His words were made in the context of a discussion regarding decentralization, history of the XRP Ledger, and governance of Bitcoin.Schwartz cited previous incidents in Bitcoin and emphasized that market dominance is not necessarily associated with technical innovation.The long-term technologist at Ripple David Schwartz has invigorated the debate amo

Thailand Moves to Cement Bitcoin and Digital Assets in Regulated Derivatives Market

Bitcoin MagazineThailand Moves to Cement Bitcoin and Digital Assets in Regulated Derivatives MarketThailand is taking a major step toward integrating digital assets into its regulated financial markets.&nbsp;The country’s Cabinet recently approved a proposal allowing digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and tokens, to be used as underlying assets in the derivatives and capital markets. The decision reflects a growing recognition that digital assets are evolving beyond speculative instrumen

Binance Lists Ripple USD (RLUSD) on XRP Ledger, Opens Deposits as Stablecoin Race Heats Up

Key Takeaways:Binance finished the implementation of Ripple USD (RLUSD) on XRP Ledger and open the deposit on February 12thUsers still can not withdraw until the platform has significantly enough liquidity.This throws RLUSD into a wider open and appears to be the game increasingly crowded in the regulated stablecoin business.Another move to expand its XRP payment network was the fact that Binance has recently enabled Ripple USD (RLUSD) deposits on the XRP Ledger. Binance stated on the site that

Crypto, stocks and metals slide in broad market selloff

<p>Stocks, crypto, and metals tumble amid a broad market selloff fueled by AI disruption fears and shifts in investor sentiment.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/broad-market-selloff-crypto-stocks-metals/">Crypto, stocks and metals slide in broad market selloff</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Ripple Eyes $1T Crypto Giant Status as Garlinghouse Says XRP Will Lead the Charge

Key Takeaways:Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is tweeting that a cryptocurrency company will be worth a trillion, and Ripple has a chance to be that company.The big thing of Ripple is XRP, it is the roadmap leading to the long-term game plan of Ripple.The reduction of large purchases, the further integration, ecosystem building of the company.The leaders of Ripple are compounding their vision of massive crypto markets. Speaking to the XRP community on X, CEO Brad Garlinghouse said he is confident t

Bitcoin Breaches $66K Support as Standard Chartered Warns of Drop to $50K

Bitcoin fell below $66,000 for the second straight session, hitting an intraday low of $65,312 as bearish momentum deepens. The slide has fueled fears of a retest of the $60,000 floor, with some analysts warning of a possible drop to $40,000. The Forecast Recalibration For the second consecutive session, bitcoin ( BTC) breached the critical [&#8230;]

The 33% CashRake Model: How Spartans Structures Its Reward System

Online casinos have long relied on promotional structures to attract and retain players. Welcome bonuses, limited-time campaigns, and tiered VIP programs are commonly used to encourage ongoing engagement.However, the practical value of these promotions can vary depending on wagering requirements, expiration terms, and eligibility rules. In response to these complexities, some platforms are experimenting with alternative reward structures designed to be more measurable and predictable.Spartans po

Strategy (MSTR) Accounted for 97.5% of Corporate Bitcoin Buying Last Month, Report Shows

Bitcoin MagazineStrategy (MSTR) Accounted for 97.5% of Corporate Bitcoin Buying Last Month, Report ShowsThe bitcoin corporate adoption world is increasingly dominated by a single player — Strategy — even as adoption among smaller firms continues to grow.&nbsp;According to BitcoinTreasuries.net’s January 2026 Corporate Adoption Report, Strategy accounted for more than 90% of net new corporate Bitcoin purchases last month, underscoring its outsized influence on the sector.January saw Strategy acqu