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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

Overbought/Oversold Crypto Indicators: RSI, StochRSI & More

Crypto moves can look obvious right before punishing that obviousness. A coin pumps, every indicator flashes overbought, but then the rally keeps going anyway. Another dumps, looks oversold, then drops again.This guide helps you read overbought and oversold crypto signals with context, so you don’t treat every extreme reading as a trade trigger.Overbought vs. Oversold Crypto Signals: What They MeanBefore you dive into specific indicators, it helps to separate the signal from the conclusion

Top 10 US stocks now account for 43% of the S&P 500, the highest concentration ever recorded

The unprecedented concentration in the S&P 500 raises concerns about diversification and potential vulnerability to sector-specific risks.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/sp500-top-10-stocks-record-concentration/">Top 10 US stocks now account for 43% of the S&P 500, the highest concentration ever recorded</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

Cboe report reveals derivatives now dominate crypto price discovery at 4.4x spot volume

The shift towards derivatives in crypto markets highlights the increasing influence of institutional strategies and regulatory frameworks.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/cboe-derivatives-tokenization-crypto-report/">Cboe report reveals derivatives now dominate crypto price discovery at 4.4x spot volume</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

SK Hynix lists on Nasdaq with $1 trillion valuation in one of the largest share sales in history

SK Hynix's Nasdaq debut highlights the growing importance of AI and crypto markets, attracting significant US investment and expanding global reach.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/sk-hynix-nasdaq-listing-trillion-valuation/">SK Hynix lists on Nasdaq with $1 trillion valuation in one of the largest share sales in history</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

PayPal expands PYUSD stablecoin issuance natively on Polygon

PayPal's integration of PYUSD on Polygon enhances transaction efficiency and security, potentially accelerating stablecoin adoption in global markets.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/paypal-pyusd-stablecoin-polygon-native-issuance/">PayPal expands PYUSD stablecoin issuance natively on Polygon</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

Federal Reserve Bank of New York president warns AI demand could drive inflation

AI-driven inflation could necessitate higher interest rates, impacting economic growth and potentially altering investment strategies.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/fed-williams-ai-demand-inflation-warning/">Federal Reserve Bank of New York president warns AI demand could drive inflation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

Web3 Wallet Explained: Keys, dApps, Tokens & Security

If you’ve moved beyond simply buying and holding cryptocurrency on an exchange, you’ve probably run into the term “Web3 wallet.” The key difference to understand here is that this wallet doesn’t just “store crypto.” It controls blockchain accounts, signs actions, connects to dApps, and puts key security decisions in your hands from the start. We break it down in detail in this article. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know.What Is a Web3 W

Kraken, Chiliz, and Avalanche are the real World Cup quarter-final players

The integration of crypto in the 2026 World Cup highlights the growing influence of blockchain in global sports, impacting fan engagement and investments.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/kraken-chiliz-avalanche-world-cup-quarter-finals-crypto/">Kraken, Chiliz, and Avalanche are the real World Cup quarter-final players</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

Meta wants to win the AI tools war by being the cheapest option in the room

Meta's low-cost AI strategy could disrupt the market, leveraging its vast user base and infrastructure to challenge premium-priced competitors.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/meta-ai-tools-subscription-pricing-strategy/">Meta wants to win the AI tools war by being the cheapest option in the room</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

Saudi Arabia’s Humain taps Cohere for sovereign AI models with 50 MW compute commitment

The partnership could accelerate AI innovation in the Middle East, enhancing regional tech capabilities and influencing global AI dynamics.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/humain-cohere-sovereign-ai-compute/">Saudi Arabia’s Humain taps Cohere for sovereign AI models with 50 MW compute commitment</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

XRP Bearish Trend Deepens as Weak Liquidity and Falling Open Interest Signal Caution

XRP is flashing several warning signs as key market indicators continue to weaken. Market signals suggest deeper changes in momentum and liquidity. The full picture reveals why this moment could be important. Why Are XRP Traders Stepping Back From the Market? Cryptoquant shared two analyses on July 9 that point to continued selling pressure, with […]

US housing market hits lowest sales pace since 2024 as mortgage rates squeeze buyers

High mortgage rates and high home prices are straining affordability, potentially stalling economic growth and impacting real estate investments.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-housing-sales-decline-june-mortgage-rates/">US housing market hits lowest sales pace since 2024 as mortgage rates squeeze buyers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

Ethena enables free minting and redemption of USDe with USDC

Ethena's fee removal for USDe minting may boost institutional adoption but highlights DeFi's shift towards regulatory compliance.The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ethena-free-usde-usdc-minting-redemption/">Ethena enables free minting and redemption of USDe with USDC</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.

SN51 is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that SN51 is available for trading on Kraken!Funding and tradingSN51 trading is live as of July 9, 2026.To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken. Deposits made using other networks will be lost.Trade SN51 on KrakenHere’s some more information about this asset:Lium (SN51) Lium (SN51) is a decentralized GPU rental marketplace buil

CLARITY Act misses July target making August 7 a critical date for the bill

The CLARITY Act missed its July 4 target, so the focus has now shifted to whether Senate leaders can find time to bring it to the floor before the August work period begins.Stand With Crypto urged supporters to press senators for a vote before August 7, calling that date a hard deadline for passage before the next recess. The Senate returns from its July break on July 13.The official Senate schedule lists June 29 through July 10 as a state work period and August 10 through September 11 as anothe

Kraken Pro fee tiers now reward what you hold, not just what you trade

TL;DRStarting today, July 9, 2026, Kraken Pro fee tiers are based on the best of three measures: your spot trading volume, your futures trading volume, or your assets on platform (AOP).Whichever measure qualifies you for the highest tier is the one that applies, and that tier sets your rate on both spot and futures.AOP is assessed in real time, so eligible holdings can qualify you for a better tier even without recent trading activity.No action is required. Your account moves to the correct tie

Short-Term Moving Averages Turn Bullish as Bitcoin Holds Above $62,500

Bitcoin traded near $62,743 on Thursday morning at 8 a.m. EDT, up 1.0% over the past 24 hours as the asset consolidated inside a $61,507 to $63,116 range. Short-term technical readings point to consolidation, while longer-term moving averages continue to signal a corrective phase across the one-hour, four-hour, and daily charts. Hourly Chart Shows Tight, […]

Gold, Bitcoin and the Rise of 24/7 Markets: What PrimeXBT's Latest Launch Signals

For most of financial history, markets kept fixed hours. They opened, they closed, and once they closed you were stuck: you couldn't adjust a position or react to news until they reopened, so risk just sat there building over the gap. That's changing now, and the clearest sign of it is two assets that look like opposites but increasingly move alike: gold and Bitcoin.Two assets, increasingly one set of driversOn the surface, gold and Bitcoin belong to separate worlds. One is the oldest store of v

Engineering Trust in the Age of AI

Artificial intelligence is transforming financial services at remarkable speed. But as technology becomes more accessible, the true winners of this next-phase competition will be those that use technology to build something much harder to replicate: trust.For much of the past two decades, competitive advantage in financial services was largely synonymous with technological advantage. The institutions that built better digital experiences won customers. Faster onboarding, intuitive mobile applica