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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

China agrees to purchase $17B of agricultural goods annually from US through 2028

<p>The agreement stabilizes US-China agricultural trade, impacting global supply chains and potentially influencing inflation and market dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/china-us-agricultural-trade-deal-2028/">China agrees to purchase $17B of agricultural goods annually from US through 2028</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Ethena’s USDe supply on Solana increases by over $560M in 5 days

<p>Solana's rapid USDe growth highlights its potential as a DeFi hub, but increased leverage risks could lead to market volatility.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ethena-usde-solana-supply-surge-2/">Ethena&#8217;s USDe supply on Solana increases by over $560M in 5 days</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

UAE Defense Ministry intercepts drones targeting Barakah nuclear plant

<p>The incident underscores vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, potentially impacting regional stability, energy security, and global markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/uae-drones-barakah-nuclear-plant-attack/">UAE Defense Ministry intercepts drones targeting Barakah nuclear plant</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Kevin Warsh confirmed as new Federal Reserve Chair, succeeding Jerome Powell

<p>Warsh's leadership may signal shifts in U.S. monetary policy, impacting global markets and economic strategies amid uncertain policy directions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/kevin-warsh-confirmed-as-new-federal-reserve-chair-succeeding-jerome-powell/">Kevin Warsh confirmed as new Federal Reserve Chair, succeeding Jerome Powell</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

China to buy $17B in US agriculture annually through 2028

<p>The $17B annual U.S. agriculture purchase by China may stabilize trade relations, boosting economic ties but leaving geopolitical issues unresolved.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/china-to-buy-17b-in-us-agriculture-annually-through-2028/">China to buy $17B in US agriculture annually through 2028</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

HYPE ETFs post 2026’s strongest altcoin debut as inflow test comes next

Bitwise's BHYP recorded $4.31 million in debut trading volume on May 15, the largest opening day among the 2026 spot altcoin ETF launches in the US, exceeding Chainlink fund CLNK's prior high of $3.23 million by 33% and Avalanche fund BAVA's $2.61 million debut by 65%.Combined with 21Shares' THYP, which launched on Nasdaq on May 12 and added $1.80 million in debut volume, the two HYPE exchange-traded products generated $6.11 million in opening-day trading, nearly matching the $6.41 million accum

Cuba acquires over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran, raising alarm over US bases

<p>Cuba's drone acquisition from Russia and Iran heightens regional tensions, challenging US defense strategies and complicating geopolitical dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/cuba-military-drones-threaten-us-bases/">Cuba acquires over 300 military drones from Russia and Iran, raising alarm over US bases</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump hints at military action against Iran, impacting peace deal odds

<p>Increased geopolitical tensions may hinder diplomatic resolutions, elevate oil prices, and reduce prospects for a US-Iran peace deal.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-hints-at-military-action-against-iran-impacting-peace-deal-odds/">Trump hints at military action against Iran, impacting peace deal odds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump considers military options as US-Iran nuclear talks stall

<p>Increased military focus over diplomacy could heighten regional instability and diminish prospects for a peaceful US-Iran resolution.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-considers-military-options-as-us-iran-nuclear-talks-stall/">Trump considers military options as US-Iran nuclear talks stall</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

DeFi Confidence Cracks After KelpDAO Exploit as Aave Suffers 44% Monthly Drop

Since the $292 million KelpDAO incident, decentralized finance has endured a brutal stretch, with fallout spreading well beyond the initial exploit. Lending protocol Aave has been among the hardest hit, as its total value locked has fallen 44% during a month that exposed just how fragile confidence across the DeFi sector can become after a [&#8230;]

Anwar Gargash condemns attack on Barakah nuclear plant as terrorism

<p>The attack on Barakah nuclear plant underscores escalating regional tensions, threatening civilian safety and challenging international law enforcement.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/gargash-condemns-barakah-nuclear-plant-attack/">Anwar Gargash condemns attack on Barakah nuclear plant as terrorism</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump discloses over 3,700 trades in first quarter, raising scrutiny

<p>Trump's extensive trading activity raises ethical concerns about potential conflicts of interest, highlighting the need for stricter oversight.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-3700-trades-first-quarter-scrutiny/">Trump discloses over 3,700 trades in first quarter, raising scrutiny</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Infinite Money Glitches, Multicoin’s AAVE Dump, and More – Week in Review

Coinbase moved deeper into Hyperliquid by taking the USDC treasury deployer role, while HYPE jumped on the platform’s shift toward a more unified stablecoin setup. Strategy’s STRC preferred stock hit record trading volume, reinforcing Michael Saylor’s bitcoin funding machine. In Washington, Kevin Warsh was confirmed as Fed chair and the CLARITY Act advanced in the [&#8230;]

Massie vs. Gallrein: Prediction Markets Bet $5.5M on the Most Expensive US House Primary Ever

Prediction market traders have placed more than $5.5 million in combined volume on the Kentucky 4th Congressional District Republican primary, with challenger Ed Gallrein holding a narrow edge over seven-term incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie ahead of Tuesday’s vote. Gallrein Pulls Ahead of Massie on Polymarket and Kalshi in Kentucky House Race On Polymarket, the KY-04 [&#8230;]

Big Dot Energy: Saylor Chart Puts Strategy’s Next Bitcoin Buy on Watch

Michael Saylor’s orange-dot chart renewed focus on another potential Strategy bitcoin buy disclosure after showing 818,869 BTC and reserve value near $64 billion. Traders closely watch these posts because similar charts have preceded past Strategy purchase updates. Saylor’s Orange Dot Post Puts Strategy’s BTC Scale in Focus Michael Saylor, Strategy’s executive chairman, put the company’s [&#8230;]

CLARITY Act is not law yet, but the markup is a major retail adoption trust catalyst

The Senate Banking Committee advanced the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act by a 15-9 vote, and the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) says the vote's most enduring effect may be the signal that Washington is building a defined regulatory framework for digital assets.The bill still needs a Senate floor vote, and Democrats have raised objections around anti-money-laundering provisions and political conflicts of interest, while banks and crypto firms have yet to agree on how to treat stablec

Bitcoin Holds $78K Support as Traders Watch for Breakout Toward $80K

Bitcoin traded in a narrow consolidation range on May 17 as traders monitored whether support near $77,700 could stabilize the broader bullish structure after the recent pullback from the $82,800 high. Market data showed BTC holding above the critical $78,000 zone while mixed technical indicators across multiple time frames reflected cautious sentiment and weakening bearish [&#8230;]

Wall Street’s fight with Hyperliquid could decide who controls 24/7 markets

CME Group plans to make its cryptocurrency futures and options trade around the clock beginning May 29, a product line that posted $3 trillion in notional volume in 2025 and is running 46% above that pace year-to-date.ICE's New York Stock Exchange is developing a tokenized securities platform built for 24/7 operations, instant settlement, dollar-sized orders, and stablecoin-based funding, pending regulatory approvals.Both exchange operators have directed capital and infrastructure toward the sam

Leaked US demands may stall Iran nuclear deal progress

<p>The leaked demands could hinder diplomatic efforts, increasing regional tensions and reducing the likelihood of a peaceful resolution.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/leaked-us-demands-may-stall-iran-nuclear-deal-progress/">Leaked US demands may stall Iran nuclear deal progress</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>