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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

Trump taps Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve

<p>Warsh's leadership could influence U.S. monetary policy direction, impacting global economic stability and financial markets' confidence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/kevin-warsh-nomination-federal-reserve/">Trump taps Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Revolut Becomes a Digital Bank in Mexico as Part of Strategic Expansion

Revolut has begun offering full banking services in Mexico after receiving a banking license through a direct application. The neobank aims to cater to a digital-first market seeking a trusted alternative to traditional banking institutions. Revolut Reaches Milestone in Mexico, Becomes a Full Digital Bank Revolut, a fintech neobank institution headquartered in London, has become [&#8230;]

Why Gold Is Falling With Silver Today? The Strongest XAU and XAG Selloff in 13 Years

Goldplunged as much as 8% on Friday, January 30, 2026, testing $4,941per ounce level during European trading hours. Silver price experiencedan even more dramatic collapse, crashing over 17% fromThursday's peak of $120 down to $95 per ounce inwhat traders described as a "capitulation event". While bothmetals have recovered slightly from their intraday lows, gold now tradingaround $5,180 (down 4.77%) and silver hovering just below thepsychological $100 level, the volatility remains extremelyelevat

Best Shitcoins to Watch in 2026

Waking up as an overnight millionaire is every crypto enthusiast’s dream. Some choose the long, hard path of developing their own projects, others trade carefully, and then there are those lucky few—people who invest in a coin and hit it big.Shitcoins might be a shaky and uncertain path to success, but every once in a while, you hear a story of someone turning $100 into $10,000. While we can’t guarantee that the coins in this list will bring you any profit, we’ve been watching them and see some

Binance Reworks SAFU Reserves, Shifting $1B From Stablecoins to Bitcoin

Binance said it plans to convert the Secure Asset Fund forUsers Fund’s $1 billion stablecoin reserves into Bitcoin over the next 30 days.Binance Plans Bitcoin Conversion For SAFUBinance communicated the SAFU decision in an open letter tothe crypto community. The exchange said it considers Bitcoin a core assetwithin the crypto ecosystem and is prepared to manage market uncertainty whilesupporting its long-term role.The SAFU Fund was established in 2018 to protect usersduring extreme events. It ha

Crypto Exchange Roundup: Best Platforms Heading Into February 2026

Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our editorial content is independent and based on objective analysis. As 2026 begins, the top crypto exchanges are setting a strong tone for the year ahead, continuing to raise [&#8230;]

How to wind down a prop firm’s operations the Right Way: Lessons from FundingTicks

One of the hardest decisions a company can make is to wind down its operations. It's not just emotional and complex but also often misunderstood from the outside. And while closures are hard, they don't have to be chaotic, unfair or damaging to the people who trusted the brand. FundingTicks is a strong example of what it looks like to wind down operations with integrity, placing traders first, communicating clearly, and ensuring every user is treated with fairness and respect.This is a story of

Bitcoin ready to record fourth straight red month and the $81,000 floor is suddenly everything

Bitcoin is struggling to avoid a fourth consecutive monthly decline as the cryptocurrency market grapples with a fundamental shift in momentum that has left most investors underwater.Data from CryptoSlate indicate that the largest digital asset declined by nearly 7% over the last 24 hours to $82,513.According to CoinGlass data, long traders speculating on the BTC price were liquidated for more than $750 million during the shock price collapse. This is the highest level of losses for this cohort

Never Sell Your Bitcoin: Sats Terminal Founders on Securing Coinbase & Binance Backing, Bitcoin Loans and More

Sats Terminal is the first native Bitcoin super app, bringing together Bitcoin loans, yield, and trading in a single interface and developer SDK. Sats Terminal is backed by YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs), Coinbase Ventures, and Draper Associates. The founders of Sats Terminal recently joined the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to talk about the technology: Stan [&#8230;]

AFA Appoints Evest.com as Official Online Trading Partner of the World Champion Argentina National Teams

[#highlighted-links#] The Argentine Football Association (AFA) today announced a strategic partnership with Evest.com, which becomes the Official Online Trading Partner of the Argentina National Football Teams across the Middle East and Africa.This collaboration brings together two leading brands that operate at the highest level of global performance. As reigning World Champions, Argentina represents excellence, discipline, and success under pressure—values that closely align with the precision

Real‑Estate Tokenization Registry Processes Prohibited in São Paulo

The government of São Paulo, Brazil prohibited the registration of documents linking tokens to real‑estate properties at the request of a group of registrars. The action halts a market operating in a gray zone, which must now wait for proper regulation. Registration of Real Estate Tokenization Projects Stopped by the São Paolo Government The city of [&#8230;]

Match2Pay Integrates Binance Pay as Brokers and Prop Firms Embrace Crypto Deposits

Match2Pay, a cryptocurrency payment gateway, has announced its integration with Binance Pay’s payment infrastructure. Brokers, prop firms, fintech and other merchants using the company’s system will now have access to instant crypto deposits. The move comes as crypto deposits gain traction across the retail brokerage sector. In November 2025, eToro, a social trading and multi-asset brokerage platform, introduced crypto deposits in the UAE, citing demand from clients accustomed to a crypto-native

When Volatility Exposes the Difference Between Brokers

Gold experienced sharp intraday fluctuations following the Federal Reserve’s latest policy decision, trimming earlier losses on Thursday after peaking near $5,600. XAUUSD was trading around $5,315, down 1.83%, underscoring just how quickly price action can accelerate and reverse in volatile conditions. In markets like these, the difference between brokers is no longer theoretical. When prices move this fast, infrastructure decides outcomes.Such movements serve as a reminder that in today’s marke

Deleveraging Disaster: $1.7 Billion Liquidated as Bitcoin Slips to $81,900

Bitcoin plunged below $82,000 on Jan. 30, 2026, marking its weakest level since November 2025, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East triggered a sharp sell-off. Bitcoin Hits Two-Month Low Amid Middle East Tensions Bitcoin tumbled below the $82,000 mark early Friday, Jan. 30, as global markets continued to reel from escalating military rhetoric in [&#8230;]

IG Group Expects to Launch “a Crypto Proposition”

IG Group expects to launch “a crypto proposition” for its customers in Singapore, Australia, and the UAE in the second half of 2026, following the completion of its acquisition of Independent Reserve, a crypto exchange.Expanding Crypto Services in APAC and the Middle EastAlthough the London-listed broker announced its decision to acquire Independent Reserve last September, the acquisition was completed today (Friday). The initial enterprise value of the deal was set at AU$178 million.The deal wa

Copy Trading: How to Build a Profitable Portfolio Following Expert Traders

Copy trading has revolutionized the investment landscape by allowing everyday investors to mirror the trades of experienced market players automatically. This innovative approach bridges the gap between seasoned traders and newcomers, enabling those with limited market knowledge to potentially achieve returns similar to experts. By understanding how to effectively implement copy trading, you can build a diversified portfolio that leverages professional trading strategies without spending hours a

Mesh Hits Unicorn Status With New $75M Raise for Global Crypto Payments Infrastructure

Crypto payments firm Mesh has raised $75 million in Series C funding, reaching a $1 billion valuation as it expands its mission to unify fragmented digital asset payment rails worldwide. Major Funding Round Sees Mesh Hit $1 Billion Valuation Mesh, a global crypto payments network, has secured $75 million in a Series C funding round, [&#8230;]

Clarity Act Advances as Fed Leadership Uncertainty Hits Crypto

Key Highlights: The Clarity Act moves crypto oversight to the CFTC. Kevin Warsh&#8217;s Fed Chair odds are rising.&#8230;

Bitcoin Crashes to $81K as Anger Grows Toward Binance

What to Know Bitcoin crashed to $81K due to global fear, forced liquidations, and big investors pulling money&#8230;