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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

Antithesis raises $105M at $525M valuation as AI code floods the zone

Antithesis's funding surge highlights the growing demand for robust software testing solutions amid the AI-driven code expansion.The post Antithesis raises $105M at $525M valuation as AI code floods the zone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Who opened your crypto wallet before it reached your hands?

In early October, customers in Southeast Asia discovered that their crypto had disappeared from Ledger hardware wallets that still seemed to be working normally. They bought the devices through CryptoBilis, an authorized reseller, and believed their...

AI data centers save water on-site, boost power plant consumption: Bloomberg

AI data centers' water-saving measures shift environmental burdens upstream, potentially influencing future regulatory landscapes and policies.The post AI data centers save water on-site, boost power plant consumption: Bloomberg appeared first on Cry...

Iran judiciary crackdown raises political instability concerns

Iran's judiciary crackdown may destabilize political dynamics, potentially influencing leadership changes and affecting market perceptions.The post Iran judiciary crackdown raises political instability concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP Ledger Nears Oct. 23 Upgrade as Lending Votes Fall Short

The XRP Ledger is heading toward an Oct. 23 software upgrade that fixes a peculiar security flaw, one that could let certain authorized accounts create tokens instead of destroying them. Meanwhile, its long-awaited native lending system remains stuck...

CIA deputy director says Bitcoin is a tool for intelligence collection

Bitcoin's role in intelligence highlights privacy concerns, impacts illicit activity tracking, and influences global tech competition dynamics.The post CIA deputy director says Bitcoin is a tool for intelligence collection appeared first on Crypto Br...

Cognition targets tokenmaxxing with AI efficiency grading system

Cognition's AI efficiency grading system may shift industry focus from token usage to productivity, influencing how AI tools are valued and utilized.The post Cognition targets tokenmaxxing with AI efficiency grading system appeared first on Crypto Br...

University of Texas researchers model oilfield wastewater as a cooling source for AI data centers

Utilizing oilfield wastewater for cooling AI data centers could alleviate freshwater demand, influencing regulatory and environmental strategies.The post University of Texas researchers model oilfield wastewater as a cooling source for AI data center...

CFTC advances crypto regulation plan after CLARITY Act defeat in Senate

The CFTC's proactive regulation efforts may stabilize crypto markets, but ongoing legislative uncertainty could hinder comprehensive oversight.The post CFTC advances crypto regulation plan after CLARITY Act defeat in Senate appeared first on Crypto B...

Ethereum sets October 26 for Hoodi’s 200 million gas test

Hoodi’s Glamsterdam test schedules a 200 million gas target, while the mainnet activation date remains undecided.Read the full story on CryptoSlateUnderstand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox

Turkey’s Justice Minister Confirms Richard Heart’s Istanbul Bust

Turkish authorities detained HEX founder Richard Heart and four others in Istanbul, uncovering an extraordinary collection of cash, luxury goods, weapons and electronics. The haul included an estimated $7.15 million in cash, six cryptocurrency wallet...

Anthropic’s AI safety bill draws fire over its frontier compute line

The bill's fixed compute threshold risks stifling innovation by favoring large incumbents, while limiting regulatory flexibility.The post Anthropic’s AI safety bill draws fire over its frontier compute line appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Coinbase and Marqeta Bring 24/7 Stablecoin Card Spending to Millions of Merchants

Key Takeaways:Coinbase and Marqeta are taking a stab at stablecoin-based cards.Coinbase infrastructure makes it easy for businesses to finance card programs around the clock.Cardholders are able to spend stablecoins at millions of merchants around th...

Nine crypto firms form Quantum Alliance to set post-quantum standards

The Quantum Alliance's efforts could redefine blockchain security, influencing industry standards and potentially mitigating future quantum threats.The post Nine crypto firms form Quantum Alliance to set post-quantum standards appeared first on Crypt...

DeepSeek updates AI model, intensifying competition with Anthropic and OpenAI

DeepSeek's rapid AI advancements and cost efficiency could disrupt the AI market, challenging established players and fostering innovation.The post DeepSeek updates AI model, intensifying competition with Anthropic and OpenAI appeared first on Crypto...

Richard Heart Arrested, XRP DAT Rings Nasdaq Bell, And More – Weekly Recap

This week’s stories included crypto treasuries, legal drama, AI infrastructure and exchange fundraising. Evernorth showcased its 473 million XRP treasury after listing on Nasdaq, while HEX founder Richard Heart was reportedly detained in Istanbul. La...

Stablecoin cards are booming, but who makes money when you swipe?

Someone paying for lunch with a stablecoin card doesn't need the restaurant to know what USDC is. The card works like any other at the terminal, with the customer's digital dollar balance funding the purchase while the merchant receives reg...

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Lose $152M as Blackrock Drives Friday Selloff

U.S. crypto ETFs closed Friday under renewed selling pressure, with bitcoin funds losing $82.39 million and ether ETFs shedding another $69.68 million. Solana, XRP and zcash also finished lower, while NEAR once again attracted fresh capital. Bitcoin...

Binance Pool shuts on November 10, with record access ending two weeks later

Mining stops at 07:00 UTC, while final payments depend on eligibility and historical pages close two weeks later.Read the full story on CryptoSlateUnderstand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox