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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

Warsh’s Fed hearing puts rate predictions in focus ahead of April 21

<p>Warsh's potential Fed role could alter monetary policy dynamics, impacting market stability and influencing future rate expectations significantly.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/warshs-fed-hearing-puts-rate-predictions-in-focus-ahead-of-april-21/">Warsh&#8217;s Fed hearing puts rate predictions in focus ahead of April 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Amazon to invest $5 billion in Anthropic with up to $20 billion more planned

<p>Amazon commits $5B to Anthropic with up to $20B more possible, as AI safety firm agrees to $100B AWS deal over the next decade.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/amazon-anthropic-investment-billions/">Amazon to invest $5 billion in Anthropic with up to $20 billion more planned</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

3 in 4 Americans oppose war in Iran, pressuring Congress against escalation

<p>Public opposition to war with Iran may deter Congressional support for escalation, influencing U.S. foreign policy and diplomatic strategies.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/3-in-4-americans-oppose-war-in-iran-pressuring-congress-against-escalation/">3 in 4 Americans oppose war in Iran, pressuring Congress against escalation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran may skip nuclear talks in Pakistan over US demands, impacting markets

<p>Iran's potential absence from nuclear talks could destabilize regional diplomacy and economic markets, affecting global geopolitical dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-may-skip-nuclear-talks-in-pakistan-over-us-demands-impacting-markets/">Iran may skip nuclear talks in Pakistan over US demands, impacting markets</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Aave lays out rsETH risk and recovery paths after Kelp DAO exploit

<p>Aave detailed the rsETH fallout after Kelp DAOs exploit, with potential bad debt ranging from about $124 million to $230 million.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/aave-kelp-dao-exploit-implications/">Aave lays out rsETH risk and recovery paths after Kelp DAO exploit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US-Iran talks stall, oil prices rise on Strait of Hormuz supply fears

<p>Rising oil prices due to stalled US-Iran talks could strain global economies, highlighting the geopolitical risks of energy supply dependencies.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-iran-talks-stall-oil-prices-rise-on-strait-of-hormuz-supply-fears/">US-Iran talks stall, oil prices rise on Strait of Hormuz supply fears</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Whales accumulate 360M XRP as token trades well above $0.9 threshold

<p>Whale accumulation suggests confidence in XRP's price recovery, but thin liquidity and speculative positioning may skew market perceptions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/whales-accumulate-360m-xrp-as-token-trades-well-above-09-threshold/">Whales accumulate 360M XRP as token trades well above $0.9 threshold</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump hints at ending Iran ceasefire, oil prices surge amid Strait tensions

<p>Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could strain global economies, impacting inflation and energy security worldwide.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-hints-at-ending-iran-ceasefire-oil-prices-surge-amid-strait-tensions/">Trump hints at ending Iran ceasefire, oil prices surge amid Strait tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley amid ceasefire uncertainty

<p>Continued strikes in Bekaa Valley exacerbate humanitarian issues and pose significant risks to diplomatic efforts and market stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/israeli-strikes-continue-in-lebanons-bekaa-valley-amid-ceasefire-uncertainty/">Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon&#8217;s Bekaa Valley amid ceasefire uncertainty</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran tensions rise

<p>The re-closure of the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting global markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-re-closes-strait-of-hormuz-as-us-iran-tensions-rise/">Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran tensions rise</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

$14B Vanishes From DeFi Ecosystem After KelpDAO Exploit Rocks Lending Markets

Following the KelpDAO exploit that resulted in the loss of nearly $300 million, the decentralized finance ( DeFi) ecosystem has experienced a cascading wave of withdrawals, affecting not only Aave but a wide range of other major DeFi protocols. Key Takeaways: KelpDAO exploit drained $300M+ on Apr. 18, hitting Aave with bad debt and freezes. [&#8230;]

Hyperliquid Price Drops 5% as DeFi Hit by Kelp DAO Hack

On April 20, Hyperliquid (HYPE) price fell by around 5% during intraday trading, sparking fear in the community.The drop comes amid heavy liquidation in the crypto market following the Kelp DAO hack, in which hackers siphoned off $290 million. Despite the drop in the HYPE tokens, the crypto market is showing resilience as Bitcoin (BTC) still holds a position above $76,000.   On April 20, the Hyperliquid (HYPE) price suffered a drop of around 5.5% on a daily chart following turmoil in the decentr

KAIO Secures $8M From Tether and Systemic Ventures to Build Onchain Asset Distribution in UAE

Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin USDT, led an $8 million strategic institutional funding round for KAIO, an Abu Dhabi-regulated tokenization firm building onchain infrastructure for real-world assets. Key Takeaways: Tether led an $8M round for KAIO on April 20, 2026, bringing the Abu Dhabi tokenization firm’s total raised to $19M. KAIO has [&#8230;]

Polymarket in Talks to Raise $400 Million at $15 Billion Valuation: Report

Polymarket is in advanced talks to raise approximately $400 million in new funding at a post-money valuation of roughly $15 billion, according to a report published by The Information. Key Takeaways: Polymarket is reportedly in advanced talks to raise $400 million at a $15 billion valuation, per The Information. ICE has already invested over $1.6 [&#8230;]

Bitcoin Holds $75K as US-Iran Maritime Clashes Spark Geopolitical Whiplash

Bitcoin remained relatively stable around $75,500 despite a volatile geopolitical backdrop. While the digital asset faced minor fluctuations and a $50 billion decline in market capitalization from its Friday peak, it maintained a 0.7% gain over a 24-hour period. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin held at $75,400 on April 20 as U.S.-Iran maritime clashes cooled hopes for [&#8230;]

Revolut Delays IPO to 2028 and Focuses on U.S. Banking License and B2B Expansion

Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky said the company expects a public listing no earlier than 2028. In a recent interview, he outlined two near-term priorities: securing a U.S. banking license and expanding the B2B business.Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!)He noted that public companies tend to carry more trust, particularly in banking. “We’re a bank, and for a bank, it’s super important to have trust. Public companies are trusted more compared to privat

Jason Lowery Appointed Special Assistant to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Commander, Bringing Bitcoin Strategic Expertise

Bitcoin MagazineJason Lowery Appointed Special Assistant to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Commander, Bringing Bitcoin Strategic ExpertiseJason Lowery, former Deputy Director of Technology &amp; Innovation at the United States Space Force, and author of Softwar: A Novel Theory on Power Projection and the National Strategic Significance of Bitcoin, has announced his new role as Special Assistant to the Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. In a LinkedIn update, he shared his Honor to receive the appoi

Crypto trading joins wartime propaganda as “digital oil” called out amid volatile US-Iran ceasefire trading

Tehran is fighting a new price signal in publicMohammad Bagher Ghalibaf chose a strange phrase for a dangerous moment. In the middle of a live crisis around the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s parliament speaker mocked “vibe-trading digital oil” and took a swipe at US Treasuries as well, turning a market argument into part of a wartime message campaign.The immediate surface read is easy enough. A senior Iranian official wanted to ridicule speculative pricing and frame physical oil as the real thing.The

Coinbase Expands USDC Loans to UK After Strong US Demand

Crypto-backed borrowing is gaining traction as Coinbase extends a proven U.S. lending model into the U.K. The move broadens access to on-chain liquidity and signals wider international growth for Coinbase’s credit strategy. Key Takeaways: Coinbase expanded U.K. access to USDC loans backed by BTC, ETH, and cbETH. Morpho strengthens Coinbase’s on-chain lending push as borrower [&#8230;]