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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

Tokenized Asset Market Tops $34 Billion as Treasurys Lead 10x Surge

The tokenized asset market topped $34 billion as U.S. Treasury products led a rapid expansion across blockchain-based finance. Market data showed the sector has grown more than tenfold from mid-2024 levels, while institutional adoption broadened across digital asset infrastructure and settlement systems. Tokenized Treasury Products Drive Rapid Market Expansion The tokenized asset market has surpassed […]

Trump close to signing significant nuclear deal with Iran: Axios

<p>A potential US-Iran nuclear deal could reshape geopolitical dynamics, influencing regional stability and altering international diplomatic relations.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-close-to-signing-significant-nuclear-deal-with-iran-axios/">Trump close to signing significant nuclear deal with Iran: Axios</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Israel launches new Gaza strikes amid US-Iran peace deal talks

<p>Ongoing Israeli strikes in Gaza risk undermining US-Iran diplomatic progress, potentially destabilizing broader Middle Eastern negotiations.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/israel-gaza-strikes-us-iran-peace-talks-crypto/">Israel launches new Gaza strikes amid US-Iran peace deal talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran and US near memorandum of understanding as Bitcoin rallies past $82K on de-escalation hopes

<p>The potential easing of US-Iran tensions could reshape global economic dynamics, impacting oil markets and boosting cryptocurrency adoption.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-us-memorandum-bitcoin-rally/">Iran and US near memorandum of understanding as Bitcoin rallies past $82K on de-escalation hopes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

FDIC Board Advances Proposed Bank Secrecy Act Rule for Stablecoin Issuers

The FDIC advanced a proposed rule that would set Bank Secrecy Act and sanctions compliance standards for bank-linked stablecoin issuers. The measure would apply to FDIC-supervised stablecoin issuers and include anti-money laundering oversight, Treasury Department consultation, and enforcement provisions. FDIC Advances Stablecoin Compliance Rule Under GENIUS Act The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced on [&#8230;]

Twenty-seven nations activate World Bank emergency financing amid Iran war

<p>The activation of World Bank emergency funds highlights global economic vulnerabilities and the urgent need for resilient financial systems.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/world-bank-emergency-financing-iran-war/">Twenty-seven nations activate World Bank emergency financing amid Iran war</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

StablR stablecoin contracts potentially exploited for more than $3 million in EURR and USDR

<p>The suspected exploit could undermine trust in stablecoin security, impacting investor confidence and regulatory scrutiny in the sector.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/stablecoin-issuer-stablr-hit-suspected-3m-smart-contract-exploit-zachxbt/">StablR stablecoin contracts potentially exploited for more than $3 million in EURR and USDR</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Binance CEO Says Tokenization Nears Turning Point as 12–18 Months Look Defining

Binance CEO Richard Teng said tokenization is nearing a major turning point as regulation, institutional access, adoption, and market infrastructure converge. He said the next 12 to 18 months could define tokenized finance. Tokenization Outlook Centers on Regulation and Access Binance CEO Richard Teng shared on X on May 21 that tokenization is approaching a [&#8230;]

South Korea to debut single-stock leveraged ETFs linked to Samsung and SK Hynix this week

<p>The introduction of single-stock leveraged ETFs in South Korea could amplify market volatility and influence regulatory adjustments.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/south-korea-single-stock-leveraged-etfs-samsung-sk-hynix/">South Korea to debut single-stock leveraged ETFs linked to Samsung and SK Hynix this week</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump postpones AI executive order after David Sacks warns of regulatory risks

<p>The postponement highlights ongoing tensions in balancing AI innovation with regulatory oversight, emphasizing US-China tech competition dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-postpones-ai-executive-order-sacks/">Trump postpones AI executive order after David Sacks warns of regulatory risks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran agrees to reopen Strait of Hormuz, halting tolls and fighting

<p>The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz may stabilize global oil markets and ease geopolitical tensions, fostering economic and diplomatic progress.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-agrees-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-halting-tolls-and-fighting/">Iran agrees to reopen Strait of Hormuz, halting tolls and fighting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Grayscale Names 4 Crypto Networks Poised to Gain From CLARITY Act

Grayscale identified Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, and Canton Network as blockchain networks positioned to benefit from clearer U.S. digital-asset rules, including potential passage of the CLARITY Act. The research cited tokenized assets, DeFi, stablecoins, and institutional infrastructure as key areas of potential demand. Crypto Networks to Benefit From CLARITY Act Passage Grayscale shared a research [&#8230;]

Venezuela seizes 4,000 Bitcoin mining machines in Maracay raid

<p>Venezuela's crackdown on illegal Bitcoin mining highlights the tension between energy demands and digital asset regulation, impacting global mining dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/venezuela-seizes-bitcoin-mining-machines-maracay/">Venezuela seizes 4,000 Bitcoin mining machines in Maracay raid</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump announces Iran war deal framework is nearly finalized after regional talks

<p>The near-finalized Iran war deal framework could stabilize global energy markets, impacting oil prices and reshaping Middle East trade dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-iran-war-deal-framework-crypto-impact/">Trump announces Iran war deal framework is nearly finalized after regional talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Robert Kiyosaki Warns ‘Crash Imminent’—Cites Jim Rickards in Extreme Forecast

Robert Kiyosaki warned that a financial crash is imminent, pointing to Jim Rickards’ gold outlook and his own silver forecast. The Rich Dad Poor Dad author said investors should prepare before panic spreads across markets. Kiyosaki Warns of Imminent Crash as Gold Forecast Draws Attention Robert Kiyosaki warned on May 22 that a financial crash [&#8230;]

Arthur Hayes-Linked Wallet Deposits $6.33M in HYPE to Bybit After Calling $150 Target

A wallet linked to prominent crypto fund manager Arthur Hayes deposited 115,453 HYPE tokens worth $6.33 million into Bybit, just weeks after he publicly called for the token to reach $150. The $150 Call vs. the Bybit Deposit A wallet attributed to Arthur Hayes, co-founder of the BitMEX derivatives exchange and managing partner of crypto [&#8230;]

Bitcoin Tops $77K as Trump Weighs Iran Move, Polymarket Peace Bet Hits $154M

Prediction market traders on Polymarket have placed more than $154 million in bets on whether the United States and Iran will reach a permanent peace deal in 2026, as President Donald Trump described his decision as a “solid 50/50” between accepting a diplomatic agreement and resuming military strikes. Bitcoin rose 1.5% on the news, reclaiming [&#8230;]

Trader Books $4.6M Profit on HYPE, ZEC, and ETH Longs Then Opens a $74.84M Bitcoin Short

Pseudonymous onchain trader ‘Evaded’ has closed all long positions across HYPE, ZEC, and ETH for a combined $4.6 million profit. He then immediately opened a 990- bitcoin short position worth $74.84 million on Hyperliquid. The Flip: From Bull to Bear Evaded exited long positions in HYPE, ZEC, and ETH, locking in a combined $4.6 million [&#8230;]

Galaxy Digital Faces Bitgo in Court Over $1.2 Billion Deal Gone Wrong

Galaxy Digital founder Mike Novogratz and Bitgo CEO Mike Belshe testified this week in Delaware Chancery Court over a failed $1.2 billion merger that collapsed in 2022, with Bitgo seeking at least $100 million in damages. Bitgo CEO Mike Belshe Challenges Galaxy Digital’s 2022 Merger Termination in Court The case traces back to May 2021, [&#8230;]