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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

Samourai Letter #3: Notes From The Inside

Bitcoin MagazineSamourai Letter #3: Notes From The InsideDear Reader,Since my last letter where I tried to explain the underground economy of FPC Morgantown I have been struggling to come up with an idea of what further information you may be interested in.In modern life on the outside we are all so used to immediate feedback on everything we do. We write and publish an article and almost instantly comments start to roll in. You push to Twitter and the peanut gallery chimes in and has their say,

UK government forms AI public services team with Meta and Anthropic backing

<p>UK forms AI public services team with Meta, Anthropic to enhance public services in transport, defense, and employment support.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/uk-ai-public-services-meta-anthropic/">UK government forms AI public services team with Meta and Anthropic backing</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Support or Surrender? XRP Circles the Drain Near $1.85

XRP is trading at $1.89, down 1.2% today, which caps off a rather gloomy week of 2.4% losses and a two-week tumble totaling 8.4%. With a market cap holding steady at $114 billion, XRP clings to the fifth spot among cryptocurrencies by size—but don’t expect a celebratory confetti cannon just yet. The 24-hour trading volume [&#8230;]

Cloudbet Introduces Whale Mode, a First-of-Its-Kind Automated Position Builder for Sports Betting

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. January 26, 2026 — Cloudbet today announced the launch of Whale Mode, a new sportsbook feature that allows players to place bets of enormous size through automated position building. The feature is being introduced ahead of the Super Bowl and is now available to all Cloudbet [&#8230;]

Tether Unveils USAT Stablecoin for US Institutions Under GENIUS Act Rules

Tether has formally launched USAT, a dollar-backed stablecoin issued under the United States’ new federal stablecoin framework and designed exclusively for the domestic market. USAT Goes Live The token is issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, a nationally chartered institution operating under federal oversight, marking a structural departure from Tether’s globally circulating stablecoin products. USAT is [&#8230;]

Mantle launches MNT token on Solana through new cross-chain portal

<p>The integration enhances cross-chain liquidity and trading, fostering a multichain ecosystem that bridges decentralized and centralized finance.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/mantle-cross-chain-launch/">Mantle launches MNT token on Solana through new cross-chain portal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump Family-Backed American Bitcoin ($ABTC) Buys More Bitcoin, Holdings Reach 5,843 BTC

Bitcoin MagazineTrump Family-Backed American Bitcoin ($ABTC) Buys More Bitcoin, Holdings Reach 5,843 BTCAmerican Bitcoin, a miner backed by members of the Trump family, has increased its bitcoin reserves to roughly 5,843 BTC, placing it among the world’s largest corporate holders of the cryptocurrency.The company said it achieved a bitcoin yield of about 116% from its Nasdaq debut on Sept. 3, 2025, through Jan. 25, 2026. Bitcoin yield measures growth in a firm’s bitcoin holdings over time, inclu

The UF AWARDS MEA 2026 Voting Round Is Open

Reputation acts as the currency of the financial sector. While balance sheets and quarterly reports provide hard data, the perception of a brand often dictates its long-term trajectory. Companies spend significant resources building this perception, but internal marketing efforts eventually hit a ceiling. External validation remains the only way to break through that barrier.The UF AWARDS serve this specific purpose. They function as a stress test for brand strength, placing companies directly b

Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta signs $6B fiber deal with Corning to expand US data centers

<p>The partnership boosts US manufacturing, creates skilled jobs, and strengthens the nation's position in the global AI infrastructure race.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/meta-corning-fiber-optic-deal/">Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta signs $6B fiber deal with Corning to expand US data centers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

CFD Brokers Flock to Dubai, but Few Go All In

Almost every week, one or two contracts for differences (CFD) brokers obtain a Dubai licence. Although there are two entry routes, brokers are largely taking the easier and cheaper one. But is it only the first step or a base for broader operations?Most brokers, large and small, are choosing the Category 5 licence from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA), which was recently renamed from the Securities &amp; Commodities Authority (SCA). However, a handful are seeking the Category 1 licence, which

Bitcoin faces slide to $60,000 if impending US shutdown triggers a statistical blackout

Bitcoin traders are aggressively positioning for a US government shutdown that could begin Jan. 31 if Congress fails to extend funding that expires Jan. 30.The urgency of the setup is visible in prediction markets, where odds changes have become tradable headlines in their own right.Shutdown contracts on prediction platforms like Polymarket have swung to as high as 80% for a shutdown by Jan. 31. The market has drawn nearly $11 million in bets as of press time.US Government Shutdown Odds (Source:

Tether Launches USAT, a Federally Regulated, Dollar-Backed Stablecoin for the U.S. Market

Bitcoin MagazineTether Launches USAT, a Federally Regulated, Dollar-Backed Stablecoin for the U.S. MarketTether, the world’s largest digital asset company by stablecoin circulation, announced Tuesday the official launch of USA₮, a federally regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin designed specifically for use in the United States under the recently enacted GENIUS Act.USA₮ is issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, N.A., a federally chartered U.S. bank and one of the first institutions approved to issue pa

Citrea Launches Mainnet, Bringing Lending, Trading, and USD Settlement to Bitcoin

Bitcoin MagazineCitrea Launches Mainnet, Bringing Lending, Trading, and USD Settlement to BitcoinCitrea, a Bitcoin application platform backed by Founders Fund and Galaxy Ventures, announced today the launch of its mainnet, in hopes to unlock lending, trading, and other capital market activity directly on the Bitcoin network.Alongside the mainnet debut, Citrea introduced ctUSD, a U.S. dollar–denominated stablecoin issued by MoonPay and powered by M0. The stablecoin is fully backed by short-term

Kraken and Atlassian Williams F1 Team renew long-term fan-first partnership

We are excited to announce the renewal of our long-term partnership with Atlassian Williams F1 Team, marking continued collaboration between two brands focused on innovation, performance, and fan engagement.We first joined Williams as Official Crypto and Web3 Partner in 2023. Since then, our partnership has focused on using crypto and Web3 technology to bring fans closer to the team in meaningful and engaging ways.Fan-first activations on and off the trackTogether, we have delivered some of the

Bitcoin’s Bearish Spiral: Can Bulls Rescue the Trend?

With a price tag of $87,867, bitcoin isn’t exactly shy about taking up space on the market cap leaderboard—still clocking in at a dominant $1.75 trillion. Meanwhile, its 24-hour trading volume surged to $40.97 billion, all while swinging in a tight intraday range between $87,180 and $88,763. But don’t let the narrow price band fool [&#8230;]

Tether debuts USAT stablecoin to support US digital financial infrastructure

<p>USAT's launch strengthens US digital finance, enhancing dollar stability and compliance, potentially boosting global trust in US digital assets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/federally-regulated-stablecoin-usat-launch/">Tether debuts USAT stablecoin to support US digital financial infrastructure</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Thomas Kareklas Joins BridgeWise to Lead Expansion Into CFD Broker Segment

BridgeWise has appointed Thomas Kareklas as Director for CFD Brokers, as the investment intelligence provider looks to expand its presence in the CFD brokerage market. Kareklas previously served as Chief Sales Officer at TeamForce Technologies and worked with forex brokers and trading firms. His background covers CRM systems and trading-related automation tools. The appointment comes as CFD brokers increasingly explore AI-driven analytics and decision-support tools to improve client engagement a

Japan’s financial watchdog opens public feedback on digital payment and crypto oversight

<p>Japan's regulatory updates aim to modernize its digital asset market, enhancing competitiveness and investor protection in the global arena.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/japan-crypto-framework-feedback/">Japan&#8217;s financial watchdog opens public feedback on digital payment and crypto oversight</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Valour Secures UK FCA Approval, Launches Staking ETPs on London Stock Exchange

Valour gains UK Financial Conduct Authority approval and begins offering bitcoin and ethereum staking ETPs to UK retail investors. DeFi Technologies subsidiary Valour Inc. announces UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) approvals and begins offering 1Valour Bitcoin Physical Staking and 1Valour Ethereum Physical Staking to UK retail investors on Jan. 26, [&#8230;]