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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

Oil prices climb as US-Iran peace talks stall

<p>Stalled US-Iran talks heighten market volatility, with potential for record oil prices impacting global economic stability and energy policies.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/oil-prices-climb-as-us-iran-peace-talks-stall/">Oil prices climb as US-Iran peace talks stall</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump’s Iran standoff pressures Europe as crude oil market remains skeptical

<p>Europe faces heightened economic risks due to geopolitical tensions, while market skepticism suggests limited immediate impact on oil prices.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trumps-iran-standoff-pressures-europe-as-crude-oil-market-remains-skeptical/">Trump&#8217;s Iran standoff pressures Europe as crude oil market remains skeptical</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran offers US deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, end conflict

<p>The proposed deal could stabilize oil markets and reduce geopolitical tensions, but uncertainty remains over US acceptance and nuclear talks.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-offers-us-deal-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-end-conflict/">Iran offers US deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, end conflict</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Satellite images reveal Israeli destruction in southern Lebanon amid ceasefire talks

<p>The disparity between market odds and ongoing military actions suggests potential volatility in ceasefire expectations and geopolitical stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/satellite-images-reveal-israeli-destruction-in-southern-lebanon-amid-ceasefire/">Satellite images reveal Israeli destruction in southern Lebanon amid ceasefire talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Cross-border fire between Israel and Lebanon threatens fragile ceasefire

<p>The ongoing conflict risks destabilizing regional peace efforts, impacting geopolitical dynamics and market predictions significantly.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/cross-border-fire-between-israel-and-lebanon-threatens-fragile-ceasefire/">Cross-border fire between Israel and Lebanon threatens fragile ceasefire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran-Oman partnership signals extended Hormuz blockade amid US tensions

<p>The Iran-Oman partnership may prolong regional instability, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting global oil markets amid US tensions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-oman-partnership-signals-extended-hormuz-blockade-amid-us-tensions/">Iran-Oman partnership signals extended Hormuz blockade amid US tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US-Israeli airstrikes destroy Iran’s Pasteur Institute headquarters

<p>The airstrikes exacerbate regional tensions, reducing diplomatic avenues and increasing the risk of further destabilization in Iran.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-israeli-airstrikes-destroy-irans-pasteur-institute-headquarters/">US-Israeli airstrikes destroy Iran&#8217;s Pasteur Institute headquarters</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

TRM Labs Highligihts Rise of Stablecoins in Venezuela

TRM Labs’ latest report on global cryptocurrency adoption stressed that stablecoins are being used in Venezuela as part of retail users’ arsenal to deal with high inflation and capital-constrained environments, countering currency instability and capital controls as parallel currency markets surge. Key Takeaways: TRM Labs reports a Q1 2026 shift to USDT, boosting Venezuela’s volume [&#8230;]

Whale moves $26.1M Solana to Binance, signaling potential sell-off

<p>The whale's move could exacerbate Solana's bearish trend, highlighting the impact of large trades on thinly liquid markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/whale-moves-261m-solana-to-binance-signaling-potential-sell-off/">Whale moves $26.1M Solana to Binance, signaling potential sell-off</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US redirects 38 ships amid Iran blockade, escort operations unlikely by April 30

<p>The redirection of US ships highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions, potentially affecting global trade routes and market stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-redirects-38-ships-amid-iran-blockade-escort-operations-unlikely-by-april-30/">US redirects 38 ships amid Iran blockade, escort operations unlikely by April 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Bennett and Lapid form Beyachad party to challenge Netanyahu in 2026 elections

<p>Bennett and Lapid's new party could reshape Israeli politics by consolidating opposition forces, potentially altering Netanyahu's political dominance.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/bennett-and-lapid-form-beyachad-party-to-challenge-netanyahu-in-2026-elections/">Bennett and Lapid form Beyachad party to challenge Netanyahu in 2026 elections</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Coinbase Brings USDC Payouts to Nium’s Network Across 190+ Countries

Coinbase has partnered with Nium to enable global payments using USD Coin, expanding stablecoin use in cross-border transactions. The integration reflects growing demand for faster settlement and reduced reliance on traditional banking infrastructure. Key Takeaways: Coinbase expands USDC payments through Nium’s network across 190+ countries. Nium clients can fund payouts in USDC and settle to [&#8230;]

Great Time to Buy Crypto May Follow 50% Index Drop, Bloomberg Strategist Says

The Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index could fall sharply before a clearer crypto buying opportunity emerges. Continued volatility and weak price retention highlight growing pressure on digital assets despite earlier gains. Key Takeaways: Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index may decline toward lower support, signaling a delayed but clearer crypto entry opportunity. Mike McGlone indicates crypto market pressure [&#8230;]

DeFi United Secures $160M as Industry Moves to Cover Aave Bad Debt Crisis

A coordinated decentralized finance ( DeFi) relief effort has reportedly raised $160 million to cover bad debt created when attackers exploited KelpDAO’s bridge and deposited unbacked collateral into Aave V3 markets on April 18, 2026. Key Takeaways: Aave froze rsETH reserves within hours of the April 18 Kelp DAO exploit, which created up to $230.1 [&#8230;]

Litecoin X Account Tells Critics to ‘Stay on the Shallow End’ After 13-Block Reorg

Litecoin’s official X account fired back at critics on Sunday, one day after a 13-block reorganization that reportedly exposed a vulnerability in its Mimblewimble Extension Blocks privacy layer and triggered fresh questions about the project’s disclosure practices. Key Takeaways: Litecoin’s network suffered a 13-block reorg on April 25, 2026, due to a reported exploit of [&#8230;]

Stablecoin Market Sheds $892M as KelpDAO Breach Triggers DeFi Unwind

The stablecoin market has kept a muted tone in the wake of the recent KelpDAO breach, with $892 million flowing out of the sector. Even after the drawdown, the market holds at $320.65 billion, with Tether’s USDT comprising 59.19% of the total. Key Takeaways: KelpDAO breach triggered $892M outflows, pushing DeFi TVL down in April [&#8230;]

DeFi lost $13B this month as the KelpDAO rescue shows both the best and worst of DeFi

The official DeFi United site shows over 69,550 ETH raised from 222 wallets across 1,623 transfers, all aimed at restoring rsETH backing, acting as DeFi's emergency recapitalization desk.The effort is the closest thing the industry has built to a lender of last resort, assembled without a regulator, a central bank, or a mandate.Aave's governance proposal puts the original rsETH shortfall at approximately 163,183 ETH.Recoveries and freezes, which include 43,168 ETH from Kelp, 30,766 ETH frozen by

UTXO Management Launches Dual-Class Digital Credit Income Fund

Bitcoin MagazineUTXO Management Launches Dual-Class Digital Credit Income FundUTXO Management, a subsidiary of Nakamoto Inc. (NASDAQ: NAKA), announced the formation of UTXO Preferred Income Strategies LP, a Delaware limited partnership structured to provide access to income from preferred digital credit securities.&nbsp;The fund introduces a dual-class structure designed to serve different allocator objectives within a single vehicle.The structure includes a Senior Income Class and a Total Retur

Trump’s demand for US control of Iran’s nuclear material stalls deal prospects

<p>The hardline US stance complicates diplomatic efforts, potentially destabilizing regional relations and impacting global nuclear policy.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trumps-demand-for-us-control-of-irans-nuclear-material-stalls-deal-prospects/">Trump&#8217;s demand for US control of Iran&#8217;s nuclear material stalls deal prospects</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>