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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

MemeCore Price Jumps 15% Amid Probe Over Insider Holdings

Despite the recent controversy, the MemeCore (M) token has witnessed a spike of around 15% on a daily chart, soaring its value to $4.14. Recently, ZachXBT raised concerns about Kraken’s decision to list Memecore’s M token for spot trading by raising questions about the project’s market capitalization and token distribution.In a month, MemeCore has soared around 150%, increasing its odds of breaking a major psychological level if momentum continues. On April 21, the Memecore (M) token price took

XRP Price Eyes $1.48 Breakout as Whales Accumulate 360M Tokens 

A symmetrical triangle pattern in the daily chart drives the short-term sideways trend in XRP price.According to Santiment data, the high-networth investors accumulated over 360 since last week.The recently reclaimed exponential moving average (20 and 50) could bolster the buying pressure in XRP.XRP, the native cryptocurrency of the XRP ledge shows a slight uptick of 1.29% during Tuesday’s U.S. market hours. The buying pressure can be linked to recent whale accumulation and strong support

Russia's Forex Market Hits Record $68B Volume, But it's a One-Player Show

Russia's regulated forex market posted a record quarterly trading volume of $68.6 billion in Q1 2026. The number tells a story of growth. The data behind it tells a different one.Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!)The latest statistical report from the market's self-regulatory organization reveals a sector that is less a competitive market than a structured monopoly with a long tail of inactive accounts.One Firm, 90% of VolumeOf the total quarter

Onramp Launches Finance Platform Combining Cash, Bitcoin and Gold in One Account

Bitcoin MagazineOnramp Launches Finance Platform Combining Cash, Bitcoin and Gold in One AccountOnramp has launched a new platform that brings cash management, bitcoin access and gold ownership into a single account, as financial firms compete to simplify long-term wealth strategies.The Austin-based company announced today the debut of Onramp Finance, a unified platform designed for individuals and families focused on multi-decade wealth building. The product combines cash accounts offering up t

Oil tanker attacked after falling for crypto scam granting fake Strait of Hormuz safe passage

Sanmar Herald’s plea over the radio captured the new reality in Hormuz, fake crypto clearance, real gunfireThe latest geopolitical risk to crypto from the Strait of Hormuz has come via radio from a tanker under fire.“Sepah Navy, Sepah Navy, this is Motor Vessel, Sanmar Herald. You gave me clearance to go. My name, second name on your list. You gave me clearance to go. You are firing now. Let me turn back.”That transmission, circulated by OSINTtechnical, was accompanied by a first-class maritime

Axi Reports 46% of Clients Hold Crypto Across CFDs, Perpetuals and Spot Trading

Axi has reported that 46% of its client base now holds crypto as part ofbroader portfolios. This comes despite a three-month period of subduedvolatility in the digital asset market.SingaporeSummit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!).The broker said adoption spans its crypto-related products, includingperpetual contracts, CFDs, and directcrypto ownership through its “Buy Crypto” feature. The service allowsclients to buy, sell, or hold cryptocurrencies on the platf

TRON Price Tracks Uptrend as Justin Sun Fuels Decentralization Debate

Justin Sun said Tron is the most decentralized blockchain, pushing Tron into the center of the debate.Tron faced criticism as market participants questioned its decentralization.TRON price stayed weak in the short term, but its broader upward regression trend remained in place.Just hours after the Arbitrum exploit, Justin Sun, the founder of TRON TRX0.79% DAO, has voiced his comments to the community. Today, acting with input from law enforcement, the council transferred the funds to an intermed

Prediction Market Lobbying Spend Rises Over 60% as Regulatory Pressure Builds in Washington

The prediction market industry spent $1.84 million on federal lobbying in the first quarter of 2026, a record high and more than 60% above Q1 2025 levels. It is the first hard data point quantifying the scale of the industry's political operations as it faces mounting legislative and regulatory pressure."The policy landscape has rapidly evolved just in the last two or three months," said Ronak D. Desai, a partner at Paul Hastings, according to Bloomberg. "Prediction markets have moved from the p

Middle East conflict drives aviation fuel prices up, airlines prioritize long-haul routes

<p>Rising fuel costs may lead to increased airfare, impacting global travel demand and economic recovery, especially in Europe.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/middle-east-conflict-drives-aviation-fuel-prices-up-airlines-prioritize-long/">Middle East conflict drives aviation fuel prices up, airlines prioritize long-haul routes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran judiciary chief condemns US seizure of vessel as ‘war crime’

<p>Rising tensions and market volatility highlight the geopolitical risks and potential for conflict escalation in the Strait of Hormuz region.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-judiciary-chief-condemns-us-seizure-of-vessel-as-war-crime/">Iran judiciary chief condemns US seizure of vessel as &#8216;war crime&#8217;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US sees rift between Iran’s negotiation team and Revolutionary Guard

<p>The internal power struggle in Iran could either hinder or facilitate future diplomatic engagements, impacting regional stability and global markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-sees-rift-between-irans-negotiation-team-and-revolutionary-guard/">US sees rift between Iran&#8217;s negotiation team and Revolutionary Guard</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Italy’s energy crisis deepens as Iran conflict disrupts gas supplies

<p>Italy's energy crisis highlights the vulnerability of global supply chains, prompting shifts in energy policy and economic strategies.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/italys-energy-crisis-deepens-as-iran-conflict-disrupts-gas-supplies/">Italy&#8217;s energy crisis deepens as Iran conflict disrupts gas supplies</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump statement casts doubt on Iran ceasefire extension

<p>Uncertainty over the ceasefire extension could heighten tensions, impacting diplomatic relations and market stability in the region.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-statement-casts-doubt-on-iran-ceasefire-extension/">Trump statement casts doubt on Iran ceasefire extension</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

UnitedHealth stock soars on earnings beat amid US-Iran conflict, inflation concerns

<p>UnitedHealth's strong earnings amid economic tensions highlight resilience, influencing broader market sentiment and investor confidence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/unitedhealth-stock-soars-on-earnings-beat-amid-us-iran-conflict-inflation/">UnitedHealth stock soars on earnings beat amid US-Iran conflict, inflation concerns</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran Air to resume domestic flights after 50-day suspension amid conflict

<p>The resumption of flights may signal reduced internal threats, but geopolitical tensions and market skepticism about regime stability persist.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-air-to-resume-domestic-flights-after-50-day-suspension-amid-conflict/">Iran Air to resume domestic flights after 50-day suspension amid conflict</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Germany urges Iran to join Islamabad talks to revive nuclear negotiations

<p>Germany's involvement could enhance diplomatic channels, potentially influencing Iran's nuclear stance and impacting global diplomatic dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/germany-urges-iran-to-join-islamabad-talks-to-revive-nuclear-negotiations/">Germany urges Iran to join Islamabad talks to revive nuclear negotiations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

John Ternus to succeed Tim Cook as Apple CEO in September 2026

<p>Ternus's leadership may ensure continuity at Apple, but his approach to AI and product strategy could redefine future innovation paths.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/john-ternus-to-succeed-tim-cook-as-apple-ceo-in-september-2026/">John Ternus to succeed Tim Cook as Apple CEO in September 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump approval rating steady amid low support for NATO exit

<p>Trump's steady approval amid low NATO exit support suggests limited public backing for isolationism, potentially aiding Democrats in 2026.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-approval-rating-steady-amid-low-support-for-nato-exit/">Trump approval rating steady amid low support for NATO exit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

KelpDAO Exploiter Moves 75,701 ETH to Mainnet, Begins Routing $175M to Bitcoin

Hours after the Arbitrum Security Council froze 30,766 ether tied to the KelpDAO exploit, the attacker moved all 75,701 ETH, roughly $175 million, to the Ethereum mainnet and began bridging the funds to bitcoin. Key Takeaways: After Arbitrum froze 30,766 ETH ($71M), the KelpDAO exploiter moved 75,701 ETH ($175M) to the Ethereum mainnet. Peckshield confirmed [&#8230;]