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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

Bitcoin Drifts in Tight Range With Downtrend Still Intact

Bitcoin traded at $68,094 as of 8 a.m. EST on March 7, 2026, down 3.3% over the previous 24 hours, with a market cap of around $1.36 trillion and roughly $39.07 billion in daily trading volume. The leading cryptocurrency moved within a $67,495 to $70,423 intraday range, while technical indicators across multiple timeframes pointed to […]

Trump declares Iran “surrendered” to Middle East neighbors, threatens further strikes

<p>Escalating tensions and military actions risk destabilizing the Middle East, impacting global oil markets and regional power dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iranian-surrender-middle-east-neighbors/">Trump declares Iran &#8220;surrendered&#8221; to Middle East neighbors, threatens further strikes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Chinese Tea Money, Arthur Hayes’ Forecasts, and More – Week In Review

Crypto and financial markets are converging in new ways as institutions, regulators, and macro forces reshape the landscape. NYSE parent ICE has invested in crypto exchange OKX at a $25 billion valuation, signaling deeper Wall Street integration with digital assets. Arthur Hayes argues the next bitcoin buying opportunity could follow Fed rate cuts tied to [&#8230;]

OKX Introduces Social Trading Platform After $25 Billion Valuation

Crypto exchange OKX is rolling out a built-in social network called Orbit inside its trading app, aiming to merge market discussion, community engagement, and real-time trading data. OKX Blends Social Media and Crypto Trading With Orbit Crypto exchange OKX is expanding its platform with a new built-in social network designed to bring market conversations directly [&#8230;]

Why Bitcoin keeps snapping back to $70k — and the $13B options “magnet” behind it

Bitcoin’s rebound on March 4 looked odd if you only watched it through the usual &#8220;risk assets are breaking&#8221; lens. Oil was jumping, shipping insurers were repricing war risk, and traders were treating the Strait of Hormuz like a live wire. All of the headlines had the cadence of a full-blown crisis.However, Bitcoin climbed back into the same $70,000 zone it has been orbiting for weeks, despite seeing a notable drop the weekend before.Two factors explain that move.The first is a pretty

Argentine Neobank Uala Raises $195 Million to Bankroll Latin American Expansion

The round, led by Allianz X, Allianz’s Group strategic investment arm, seeks to help Uala expand its operations across Latin America. The company reached a $3.2 billion valuation, becoming one of the largest digital conglomerates in the region. Uala Reaches $3.2 Billion Valuation In Latest Funding Round Uala, an Argentina-based neobank, has closed a successful [&#8230;]

Kazakhstan Announces Investment of up to $350 Million in Crypto Reserve

The Central Bank of Kazakhstan recently announced that it would set up an investment portfolio of up to $350 million to invest in cryptocurrency companies and other instruments providing exposure to digital assets, using gold, and part of its foreign reserves to this end. Kazakhstan To Invest Up to $350 Million In Cryptocurrency Companies Central [&#8230;]

Crypto Crime Hits $154B in 2025 but It’s Below 1% of Onchain Activity

Illicit crypto transactions surged to record levels in 2025, yet the digital asset economy continues expanding as legitimate adoption accelerates worldwide, highlighting a rapidly growing blockchain ecosystem that still overwhelmingly operates within legal activity. Illicit Crypto Flows Surge While Global Adoption Accelerates Despite the rise in illicit activity, the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem continues to expand [&#8230;]

Kucoin Faces Cease-and-Desist Order From Dubai Crypto Regulator

Dubai’s regulator warns consumers and investors to avoid crypto exchange Kucoin, intensifying scrutiny of unregulated digital asset platforms as the UAE’s multi-agency system divides oversight of virtual assets across Dubai and other emirates. Kucoin Ordered to Halt Operations by Dubai Regulator Heightened regulatory scrutiny continues to shape the global virtual asset sector. Dubai’s Virtual Assets [&#8230;]

Check Bitcoin ATM Limit by Country: 2026 Guide

The use of Bitcoin ATMs continues to expand globally as a convenient option for buying and selling cryptocurrency. Limits and rules regarding the amounts vary from country to country. This 2026 guide outlines current prices, limits, and regulatory rules. Whether you are traveling, looking for limits, or want to buy Bitcoin from an ATM for the first time, this guide summarizes key information in one resource.How the Bitcoin ATM WorksBitcoin ATMs allow users to buy or sell Bitcoin with cash or a d

Ripple Says Crypto Has Entered Institutional-Grade Era as TradFi–DeFi Bridge ‘Officially’ Opens

Crypto is entering a regulated institutional era as Ripple expands licensed financial infrastructure and global compliance, signaling blockchain’s transition from experimentation to large-scale financial deployment, connecting traditional finance with digital asset markets. Ripple Signals End of Crypto’s Experimental Era as Regulated Institutional Infrastructure Takes Center Stage The digital asset industry is entering a new phase [&#8230;]

Bitcoin May Be Quiet Now but Institutional Flows Suggest a Bigger Move Ahead

Institutional investors are holding firm through bitcoin’s latest market dip, signaling deeper conviction as ETF inflows, new buyers, and geopolitical tensions reinforce the cryptocurrency’s growing role as a potential safe-haven asset. Why Institutional Investors Aren’t Dumping Bitcoin During the Latest Dip Growing institutional participation is shaping bitcoin’s market behavior during periods of volatility. Crypto Research [&#8230;]

SEC Chair Aligns With Trump on Need for Digital Asset Regulation Clarity

Momentum builds in Washington for clearer U.S. crypto rules as SEC Chair Paul Atkins backs the Clarity Act, aligning with President Donald Trump’s push to secure regulatory certainty and keep digital asset innovation anchored in America. SEC Signals Strong Push for Clear Crypto Market Rules U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins shared [&#8230;]

AI is boosting demand for high skill tech jobs while quietly killing entry-level roles

AI is raising demand for builders, not erasing themIn February, a Citadel Securities analysis using Indeed data showed software-engineer job postings rising while overall job postings stayed weaker.That split does not mean AI is creating jobs across the whole economy. However, one of the clearest fears around large language models may be somewhat overblown. The current narrative is that companies will need fewer skilled builders as the tools improve, but this has not shown up in this part of the

Coinbase, Microsoft, Europol Disrupt Major Phishing Platform, 330 Domains Taken Down

A global crackdown dismantles Tycoon 2FA, a phishing platform that bypassed multi-factor authentication and fueled massive cyberattacks, as Coinbase, Microsoft, and Europol coordinate a sweeping effort to disrupt infrastructure behind widespread credential theft. Coinbase, Microsoft, Europol Coordinate Crackdown as Tycoon 2FA Sends Millions of Phishing Emails Monthly International coordination between technology firms and law enforcement [&#8230;]

Kalshi and Polymarket weigh funding rounds at $20B valuations

<p>Kalshi and Polymarket discuss new funding rounds that could value each prediction market platform near $20 billion.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/polymarket-fundraising-20b-valuation/">Kalshi and Polymarket weigh funding rounds at $20B valuations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

OpenAI’s Codex Security Debuts as AI Cybersecurity Race With Anthropic Heats Up

OpenAI rolled out Codex Security on March 6, introducing an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered application security agent that scans Github repositories for vulnerabilities, just weeks after Anthropic launched its rival Claude Code Security tool—turning AI-driven code defense into the tech industry’s newest competitive battleground. OpenAI Launches Codex Security to Challenge Anthropic’s Claude Code Security The release [&#8230;]

Crypto trading firm BlockFills explores restructuring amid losses and customer lawsuit

<p>Susquehanna backed crypto trading firm BlockFills seeks restructuring after losses, frozen withdrawals, and a lawsuit from a customer.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/blockfills-restructuring-crypto-challenges/">Crypto trading firm BlockFills explores restructuring amid losses and customer lawsuit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Google says Anthropic AI will remain available on Google Cloud despite Pentagon risk designation

<p>Google says Anthropic AI models will remain available on Google Cloud despite Pentagon restrictions limiting defense use of Claude systems.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/anthropic-ai-availability-cloud/">Google says Anthropic AI will remain available on Google Cloud despite Pentagon risk designation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>