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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

Gold and Silver Break Records Again, Approaching Historic Levels; Bitcoin Falls Behind

Gold and silver approached historic marks of $5,000 and $100 early Friday as investors continued piling into the precious-metal mania that began last year. Both have benefited from the same factors, although analysts say silver’s upside could be more violent. Gold Close to $5,000, Silver Nears $100: What’s Happening? Gold and silver are becoming the […]

‘Retired’ and Pardoned, CZ Pivots to Sovereign Tokenization Advisor for a Dozen Nations

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has re-emerged on the global stage as an advisor to sovereign governments. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, the former Binance CEO said he is in talks with around a dozen countries on tokenizing state-owned assets.Speaking on a panel in Davos, Zhao, who is officially "retired" from Binance, signaled a significant pivot from corporate leadership to global crypto advocacy.From Exchange Builder to Sovereign AdvisorHis new focus is on helping governments raise capital by tu

Pocket Broker Introduces Formula 1 Inspired Trading Race

Today, Pocket Broker (https://pocket-broker.com/) announced the launch of Trading Race, an adrenaline-fueled trading competition inspired by the high-octane world of Formula 1 racing. Traders worldwide are invited to compete across three distinct racing tiers, with the chance to win valuable prizes while experiencing the thrill of the track through strategic trading.Three Laps, Three Levels of CompetitionTrading Race offers three competitive tiers designed to match different trading styles and a

UBS considers allowing some banking clients to invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum

<p>UBS's potential crypto services for select clients could accelerate mainstream adoption, influencing global wealth management strategies.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ubs-crypto-investing-options/">UBS considers allowing some banking clients to invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Top 15 Crypto Exchanges for 2026 – January Update & Q1 Trends

Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our editorial content is independent and based on objective analysis. As 2026 begins, the top crypto exchanges are setting a strong tone for the year ahead, continuing to raise [&#8230;]

The US Wants Crypto Innovation: So Why Is It Still Regulating with an Orange-Era Test?

The United States financial regulatory landscape stands at acritical juncture. With the recent passage of key stablecoin legislation, theGENIUS Act in July 2025, and the ongoing, highly anticipated debate over comprehensivemarket structure bills like the CLARITY Act in early 2026, the nation isopening up to the crypto economy. This momentum, coupled with a discernibleshift in administrative posture from enforcement-heavy to innovation-friendly,signals a new era for digital assets.Why the Howey T

X2 Transactions, 166% Average Order Value Boost: Ballet Scales with Changelly’s Crypto Exchange API

Since 2020, Ballet—a U.S. company offering simple, secure cold storage solutions—has partnered with Changelly to enable in-app crypto swaps directly within its mobile companion app. With Changelly’s Crypto Exchange API integration, Ballet users gained access to thousands of trading pairs in a secure, non-custodial environment.Here is the impact of collaboration over four years: transaction volume has doubled, monthly active users (MAU) are up 21%, AOV increased by 166%, and the bounce rate has d

Trustee Wallet Achieves 97% Conversion Rate With Changelly Exchange API

In 2024, Trustee Wallet, a leading non-custodial crypto wallet developed by BlockSoftLab Inc., faced the challenge of enriching its user experience and enhancing its in-app functionality to keep pace with an evolving crypto landscape.&nbsp;With support for over 30 blockchains, staking options, dApp access, and seamless DeFi integration, Trustee Wallet was already a comprehensive solution. However, the need for a more seamless, reliable, and fast crypto-swapping process led the company to integra

Cross-Chain Success: Changelly and MyTonWallet Boost Engagement with $250K+ in USDT Swaps

From October 16 to November 16, Changelly and MyTonWallet partnered to offer 0% service fees on USDT-TRC20 USDT-TON swaps. The campaign generated over $250,000 in transaction volume and reached 1.1 million+ views on Telegram. More importantly, it showcased how cross-chain solutions drive engagement and volume growth, offering insights for wallets seeking to boost user activity.This case study was first published on Coinpedia, covering MyTonWallet’s cross-chain swap campaign powered by Changelly

ElliPal Boosts Transaction Volume by 166% with Changelly’s API Integration

In 2024, ElliPal, a leading manufacturer of air-gapped cold wallets, faced a challenge familiar to many in the crypto industry: how to improve wallet functionality, acquire new users and keep them engaged in an increasingly competitive market. To address this, ElliPal integrated Changelly’s crypto-to-crypto exchange API. The result? Better transaction speeds, a wider range of trading options, and measurable improvements in user activity and business performance.&nbsp;This case study takes a clos

Miner Weekly: AI Inherits Bitcoin Mining’s Hard Lesson – Locals Matter

For much of the past decade, bitcoin miners expanding across the United States learned that access to cheap power and industrial land did not guarantee social license. After China’s 2021 mining ban pushed activity stateside, projects in New York, Texas, Arkansas and Kentucky were met with complaints over noise, power prices and environmental impact—often after [&#8230;]

Changelly API Fuels 50% YoY MAU Growth, 90% Bigger Checks for Coinomi

Since 2017, Coinomi—a trusted multi-chain crypto wallet that supports over 1,000 tokens—has relied on Changelly’s exchange API to power in-app swaps. Over eight years later, the integration continues to drive significant YoY growth in active users and transaction value, proving that a reliable API can deliver results year after year.This case study was originally published by Blockchain Reporter.Key Results at a GlanceActive Users: Monthly +50%, Weekly +51%, Daily +62% YoYAverage Order Value: +9

$10B YZi Labs Backs BitGo IPO as $82B Custody Giant Debuts on NYSE

Key Takeaways:YZi Labs press release stated that it invests strategically in the IPO of BitGo when it goes public in the NYSE.BitGo holds up to 82 billion in digital assets of more than 5,100 customers around the world..The transaction underscores institutional Crypto infrastructure rises in demand.YZi Labs has formally entered BitGo’s public market debut, signaling growing confidence in regulated digital asset infrastructure as crypto integrates deeper into global finance.YZi Labs Steps Into Bi

From prison to Davos, pardoned Binance founder CZ exposes a $33 trillion secret the global elite can’t hide anymore

Changpeng Zhao spoke at the World Economic Forum's 2026 Annual Meeting in Davos this week, his first appearance on the official programme since Binance's 2023 US settlement and his subsequent guilty plea, prison sentence, and presidential pardon.The listing placed him squarely in WEF's &#8220;New Era for Finance&#8221; track, including a session titled &#8220;Where Are We on Stablecoins?&#8221;, a framing that treated programmable money not as speculative crypto theater but as emerging financial

SEC, CFTC Host Joint Crypto Harmonization Event as U.S. Pushes Regulatory Clarity

Key Takeaways:SEC and CFTC will conduct a joint public gathering on Jan 27 to bring U.S. crypto regulation into harmony.Agency leaders seek to cut AI redundancy causing stunted crypto progress.The event supports the U.S. goal of strengthening its leadership in digital assets.The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission are making a joint move to a more clarified crypto regulation. The following week, the two agencies collectively will organize a public

France Warns Binance Among 90 Unlicensed Crypto Firms; Exchange Seeks Greek MiCA License

Binance has submitted an application for authorization underthe European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation in Greece. Theapplication follows warnings from regulators in other EU states.France’s Autorité des Marchés Financiers said Binance wasamong 90 crypto firms registered in the country that remain unlicensed underMiCA. The regulator said firms must comply with the rules or stop operating inFrance.Last year, Binancebegan restricting services for European users ahead of MiCA’s complia

CFTC and SEC Announce Event to Harmonize Future Actions on Crypto Markets

CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig and SEC Chair Paul S. Atkins will both attend the event, which aims to bring clarity to the crypto regulatory landscape. The agencies recognize that industry participants have had to operate with uncertainty because of the lack of clear policy on the classification of digital assets. CFTC and SEC Join [&#8230;]

Gold Bugs Remain Bullish as Central Banks Hedge Against Uncertainty

Gold has become one of the hottest commodities this year, soaring in response to economic and geopolitical uncertainty. Predictions indicate its price could exceed $7,000 by the end of the year, as central banks continue to signal strong demand. Analyst: Gold to $7,150 in 2026, Central Banks Continue to Provide Strong Demand The precious metals’ [&#8230;]

Investor Sentiment Updates: Institutions Reposition in Bitcoin Mining

Institutions increased positions in Bitcoin miners during the first 9 months of 2025, with $IREN, $APLD, $CIFR, and $RIOT leading gains in holder numbers and capital flows. The following guest post comes from BitcoinMiningStock.io, a public markets intelligence platform delivering data on companies exposed to Bitcoin mining and crypto treasury strategies. Originally published on Jan. [&#8230;]