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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

Polkadot Price Recovers as Hyperbridge Raises Exploit Loss to $2.5M

Hyperbridge raised its Token Gateway exploit loss estimate.Polkadot said the incident affected only bridged DOT through Hyperbridge, while native DOT remained untouched.Polkadot price recovered from an early drop and held above $1.33.After an exploit that took place within Hyperbridge Token Gateway, the initial estimates have been raised. While the initial exploit sent Polkadot’s price 3% down, the fresh estimates have caused limited changes in the market price. This new estimate comes as

Strait of Hormuz reopens, easing oil supply concerns amid US-Iran tensions

<p>The reopening reduces immediate oil price volatility but highlights the fragility of geopolitical stability affecting global markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/strait-of-hormuz-reopens-easing-oil-supply-concerns-amid-us-iran-tensions/">Strait of Hormuz reopens, easing oil supply concerns amid US-Iran tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran hopeful for preliminary agreement with US to extend ceasefire

<p>The potential agreement could stabilize regional tensions, but without a uranium deal, the ceasefire's durability remains uncertain.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-hopeful-for-preliminary-agreement-with-us-to-extend-ceasefire/">Iran hopeful for preliminary agreement with US to extend ceasefire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Bitcoin Price Reclaims $77K as ETF Demand Sparks $80K Outlook

The Bitcoin price is regaining momentum, surging past the critical $77k level.This BTC price surge is driven by rising ETF inflows and US-Iran war de-escalation.The next target of BTC is $80K, according to experts. The Bitcoin price is facing a fresh wave of buying interest. The crypto is now moving higher, outperforming the broader crypto market. Significantly, the latest BTC price rally is supported by a mix of strong institutional demand and improving global sentiment. After a period of extre

Americans own more Bitcoin than gold, 50M holders surpass 37M gold owners

<p>The growing preference for Bitcoin over gold among Americans highlights shifting investment trends, yet price recovery confidence remains low.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/americans-own-more-bitcoin-than-gold-50m-holders-surpass-37m-gold-owners/">Americans own more Bitcoin than gold, 50M holders surpass 37M gold owners</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Anthropic valuation hits $800B amid US strategic asset recognition

<p>Anthropic's valuation surge highlights the growing strategic importance of AI in national security, potentially reshaping global tech dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/anthropic-valuation-hits-800b-amid-us-strategic-asset-recognition/">Anthropic valuation hits $800B amid US strategic asset recognition</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump faces increased pressure after inconclusive Iran engagement

<p>Increased political strain on Trump may shift market dynamics, potentially affecting GOP support and influencing future electoral outcomes.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-faces-increased-pressure-after-inconclusive-iran-engagement/">Trump faces increased pressure after inconclusive Iran engagement</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Russian military operations continue, ceasefire by April 30 unlikely

<p>Continued Russian military actions diminish prospects for peace, potentially prolonging conflict and impacting geopolitical stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/russian-military-operations-continue-ceasefire-by-april-30-unlikely/">Russian military operations continue, ceasefire by April 30 unlikely</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

ONPE distribution failure impacts Lima polling stations during election

<p>The distribution failure raises concerns about election integrity, potentially affecting voter turnout and altering political dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/onpe-distribution-failure-impacts-lima-polling-stations-during-election/">ONPE distribution failure impacts Lima polling stations during election</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Traders see US-Iran conflict resolution, oil prices hit $90 amid disruptions

<p>The potential resolution of US-Iran tensions could stabilize geopolitical risks, but ongoing disruptions may keep oil prices volatile.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/traders-see-us-iran-conflict-resolution-oil-prices-hit-90-amid-disruptions/">Traders see US-Iran conflict resolution, oil prices hit $90 amid disruptions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Less Than 1% of Crypto Projects Disclose Market Maker Deals

A new study finds that most crypto protocols generate revenue but fail to disclose key investor information. Critical gaps include market maker agreements and structured investor communication. Key Takeaways Novora found 91% of 150+ crypto protocols generate revenue, but disclosure remains limited.

US destroyers intercept Iranian tankers in Strait of Hormuz

<p>The interception raises geopolitical tensions, impacting market stability and highlighting the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-destroyers-intercept-iranian-tankers-in-strait-of-hormuz/">US destroyers intercept Iranian tankers in Strait of Hormuz</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump threatens airstrikes if US-Iran ceasefire deal not reached by April 21

<p>Trump's threat impacts market dynamics, highlighting geopolitical tensions and uncertainty in achieving long-term US-Iran peace stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-threatens-airstrikes-if-us-iran-ceasefire-deal-not-reached-by-april-21/">Trump threatens airstrikes if US-Iran ceasefire deal not reached by April 21</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Ethereum Price Uptrend Holds Despite Aztec’s $37M ETH Move to Coinbase

Ethereum price remains strong despite Aztec’s $37 million ETH transfer to Coinbase.Market absorbs sell-off fears as ETH maintains upward momentum.The break above $2,385 puts ETH on track toward the $2.9k target. The Ethereum price is showing notable resilience as the tokens continue to trend upward, despite a significant on-chain movement by Aztec Network. The project recently transferred nearly $37 million in Ethereum to Coinbase. Although the move has sparked concerns about a possible sell-off

Bittensor Price Faces Correction After Soaring Past $265

On April 17, Bittensor (TAO) witnessed a rally where it soared above $266, but quickly plunged below a major support level at around $255.The rally was witnessed after Bitcoin (BTC) soared above $78,000, which sparked a bullish momentum in the overall crypto market. Bittensor has been locked between a strong consolidation pattern between $240 and $260 for many weeks after earlier volatility linked to subnet news.On April 17, Bittensor (TAO) price witnessed an upward momentum with a surge of 7% o

Tempo Launches Private Stablecoin Zones for Enterprise Payroll and Treasury Settlements

Tempo has introduced Zones, a private execution environment that allows enterprises and financial institutions to process stablecoin transactions without exposing payment data to the public. Key Takeaways: Tempo launched Zones, a private stablecoin execution environment, giving enterprises transaction-level privacy on Tempo Mainnet. Payroll teams using Tempo Zones can process employee payments in 2025 without exposing [&#8230;]

Chainalysis Details ‘Shadow Crypto Economy’ Exposure as Grinex Suspends Operations

Grinex’s shutdown is intensifying scrutiny of crypto laundering tactics, as fund movements suggest behavior inconsistent with typical enforcement actions. Chainalysis analysis highlights patterns that raise questions about whether the activity aligns with a conventional external hack or alternative explanations. Key Takeaways: Chainalysis flags Grinex swaps as inconsistent with typical law enforcement seizures. Tron-based conversions show [&#8230;]

LNG flow halt in Strait of Hormuz impacts crude oil markets amid US-Israel-Iran tensions

<p>The LNG halt may lead to increased crude oil prices, affecting global markets and potentially escalating geopolitical tensions further.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/lng-flow-halt-in-strait-of-hormuz-impacts-crude-oil-markets-amid-us-israel-iran/">LNG flow halt in Strait of Hormuz impacts crude oil markets amid US-Israel-Iran tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran’s new hardline regime complicates predictions of collapse by May 31

<p>The new hardline regime in Iran reduces the likelihood of regime change, complicating geopolitical dynamics and opposition efforts.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/irans-new-hardline-regime-complicates-predictions-of-collapse-by-may-31/">Iran&#8217;s new hardline regime complicates predictions of collapse by May 31</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>