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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

SUI Token Surges over 10% as Stablecoin Supply Explodes

Key Highlights Sui token has soared above 10%, reaching $1.54 with a market capitalization of $5.68 billion. This…

Andrew Tate’s $794,000 BTC Bet Fails: Influencer Liquidated for 84th Time on Hyperliquid

Andrew Tate’s Hyperliquid account was fully liquidated after leveraged bitcoin bets collapsed, wiping out nearly $800,000 amid a broader $2B market downturn. Losses Coincide With Market Crash Controversial influencer Andrew Tate recently saw his Hyperliquid account completely liquidated after his latest leveraged bitcoin ( BTC) bet collapsed, resulting in a cumulative loss of $794,000. Tate, […]

Binance Founder Accused of Enabling Hamas-Linked Payments in U.S. Lawsuit: Report

A new federal lawsuit has accused Binance of enabling Hamas-linked payments in the years leading up to the October 7, 2023, attack in Israel, placing fresh pressure on the world’s largest crypto exchange and its founder Changpeng Zhao.Digital assets meet tradfi in London at the fmls25According to the Financial Times, the filing claims the platform allowed large volumes of sanctioned money to move undetected, despite previous warnings and U.S. enforcement actions. The filing paints a picture of a

Google Throws Bitcoin a Lifeline

The cryptocurrency has managed to claw its way back to $88K after sinking all the way to $80K last week. Bitcoin Gets a Boost from an Unlikely Ally: Google The multi-trillion-dollar AI bubble appears to have made Google and bitcoin allies of convenience. At a time when AI startups such as Anthropic and OpenAI are […]

My medium term Bitcoin bear thesis – and why this winter could be the shortest yet

For all the talk that this cycle is somehow “different,” the structure of Bitcoin’s market still looks unmistakably cyclical to me.Each top brings the same chorus claiming the cycle model is dead, and each cooling phase renews the idea that liquidity alone now sets the trajectory. But the evidence keeps pointing the other way.Bears may be getting shorter, cadence may be compressing, and new all-time highs may keep creeping earlier in each epoch, yet the underlying rhythm hasn’t disappeared.My co

Bitmine Stacks More Ether as Holdings Rise to 3.63 Million ETH

Bitmine reported its ethereum holdings have reached 3.63 million tokens, bringing its combined crypto and cash reserves to $11.2 billion. Bitmine Details Weekly ETH Acquisition and $11.2B Balance Bitmine disclosed its ethereum position now stands at 3,629,701 tokens as of Nov. 23, lifting the company’s combined crypto and cash total to $11.2 billion. The digital […]

TD Cowen Sees Strategy ($MSTR) Under Pressure as MSCI Index Review Looms

Bitcoin MagazineTD Cowen Sees Strategy ($MSTR) Under Pressure as MSCI Index Review LoomsTD Cowen analysts say Strategy’s stock could face continued pressure due to an impending MSCI review. The firm expects that PBTCs like Strategy will be removed from all MSCI indexes this February. A formal decision is expected around mid-January.Cowen called the potential removal “capricious” but emphasized that investors should prepare for sustained selling pressure. The analysts note that Strategy is n

Bitcoin Finds Relief as Rate-Cut Odds Surge

Bitcoin is attempting a cautious recovery as dovish Federal Reserve remarks lift expectations for a December rate cut. Derivatives positioning shows traders preparing for both volatility and potential upside as macro conditions begin to shift in BTC’s favor. BTC Stabilizes While Markets Reprice Fed Outlook Bitcoin is showing early signs of stabilization after a turbulent […]

Japan’s financial watchdog signals plan to require liability reserves across crypto exchanges

<p>Japan mandates crypto exchanges liability reserves, requiring platforms to safeguard customer assets and manage operational risks.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/japan-crypto-exchanges-liability-reserves-mandate-2/">Japan&#8217;s financial watchdog signals plan to require liability reserves across crypto exchanges</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Senator Lummis Slams JPMorgan for Debanking Strike CEO

Key Highlights Senator Cynthia Lummis has slammed JPMorgan for undermining confidence in traditional banks and sending the digital&#8230;

Bitcoin Crime: Home Invasion, Sexual Assault, and $1.6 Million Theft Results in 7-Year Sentence

Bitcoin MagazineBitcoin Crime: Home Invasion, Sexual Assault, and $1.6 Million Theft Results in 7-Year SentenceA Hong Kong man has been sentenced to seven years in a Canadian prison for participating in a violent home invasion that left a British Columbia family tortured and robbed of $1.6 million in Bitcoin.Tsz Wing Boaz Chan, 35, flew from Hong Kong to Vancouver in early 2024 to take part in the meticulously planned attack, which authorities say involved extreme violence, sexual assault, and p

JPMorgan Back in the Hot Seat as Debanking and DeFi vs. TradFi Rivalries Resurface

Over the past few days, JPMorgan has become the favorite talking point in crypto circles, thanks to a trifecta of drama: Strike CEO Jack Mallers getting debanked, a fresh research note from the bank flagging potential MSCI index exclusion for crypto treasury firms, and the age-old feud between decentralized finance (DeFi) diehards and their traditional [&#8230;]

Bitcoin rises to $88K as Trump’s Xi call fuels optimism across markets

<p>Bitcoin rose to $88K after Trumps upbeat call with Xi boosted market sentiment across crypto and equities.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-breaks-88000-milestone/">Bitcoin rises to $88K as Trump’s Xi call fuels optimism across markets</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

XRP Ignites 6.7% Surge: Is This the Breakout Bulls Have Been Begging For?

XRP swaggered into the crypto spotlight today, trading at prices between $2.195 and $2.216, marking a sharp 6.7% uptick. With a market capitalization of $132 billion, it’s comfortably lounging in fourth place today, just beneath tether ( USDT). Over the past 24 hours, XRP has danced within a price band of $2.03 to $2.20, racking [&#8230;]

Monad’s MON token launches on Solana through Sunrise platform

<p>Monad's MON token launches on Solana via Sunrise platform, enabling seamless trading and transfers for users across blockchain networks.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/monad-mon-token-launch-solana-sunrise-platform/">Monad&#8217;s MON token launches on Solana through Sunrise platform</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Stablecoin Depegging: A Beginner’s Guide

A stablecoin is a token whose value is backed by stable assets such as gold or fiat currency. Because of this, their price usually remains equal to 1 US dollar or an ounce of gold, respectively. In a fast and volatile crypto market, where other cryptocurrencies can quickly rise or fall, stability is highly appreciated. But just like physical money, crypto coins aren’t invulnerable. Every once in a while, even stablecoins can depeg.&nbsp;Knowing what is depegging and how it happens can help you p

Solana’s supply crunch deepens as 80% of holders sit underwater, setting the stage for a high-stakes reset

Solana is facing a market structure crisis, as the vast majority of its investors are underwater.This comes at a time when the blockchain has successfully courted Wall Street through spot Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) and is enjoying significant market momentum.However, the SOL native token is buckling under a sustained selloff that has left it facing a 32% monthly drawdown and a broader risk-off environment that has pinned Bitcoin around $80,000.As a result, the network’s developers have propose

Amazon announces $50B investment to enhance AI and supercomputing for US government

<p>This investment could significantly enhance US government efficiency and innovation, positioning the nation as a leader in AI and supercomputing.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/amazon-ai-investment-government/">Amazon announces $50B investment to enhance AI and supercomputing for US government</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Grayscale’s XRP and DOGE ETFs Start Trading on NYSE Arca as Demand Accelerates

Rising regulated crypto demand accelerates as Grayscale launches new XRP and dogecoin ETFs on NYSE Arca, expanding mainstream access and signaling strengthening momentum for digital assets. Grayscale’s XRP and DOGE ETFs Launch on NYSE Arca as Regulated Crypto Demand Rises After much anticipation and strong investor demand, surging interest in regulated crypto exposure continues to [&#8230;]