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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’s remarks raise odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 to 86.5%

<p>Trump's remarks heighten geopolitical tensions, influencing market dynamics and potentially impacting US-Iran relations and global stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trumps-remarks-raise-odds-of-us-forces-entering-iran-by-april-30-to-865/">Trump&#8217;s remarks raise odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 to 86.5%</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

As Wall Street moves on-chain, DeFi faces a $330 billion trust test it can’t dodge

Wall Street spent the first quarter of 2026 systematically narrowing DeFi's claim to the future of finance.In January, ICE announced NYSE was building a tokenized securities platform with 24/7 operations, instant settlement, dollar-based order sizing, and stablecoin funding, with BNY and Citi providing tokenized deposits for clearinghouse funding outside normal banking hours.Related ReadingWhy Wall Street is overhauling stock dividends with cryptoNYSE is moving to &quot;continuous&quot; settleme

US and Israel ready to strike Iran as ceasefire odds plummet to 1%

<p>Escalating tensions could destabilize the region, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations, with limited hope for peaceful resolution.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-and-israel-ready-to-strike-iran-as-ceasefire-odds-plummet-to-1/">US and Israel ready to strike Iran as ceasefire odds plummet to 1%</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US and Israel prepare to strike Iran as ceasefire odds plummet to 1.1%

<p>Rising tensions and military readiness could destabilize the region, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations significantly.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-and-israel-prepare-to-strike-iran-as-ceasefire-odds-plummet-to-11/">US and Israel prepare to strike Iran as ceasefire odds plummet to 1.1%</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump Threatens Iranian Power Plants and Bridges on Easter, Confirms US Armed Protesters Through Kurdish Channels

President Donald Trump posted a profane ultimatum on Truth Social on Easter Sunday, warning Iran it has until Tuesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face U.S. strikes on power plants and bridges. Key Takeaways: Trump threatened to strike Iranian power plants and bridges on April 7 if the Strait of Hormuz is not [&#8230;]

UAE considers joining US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz after rescue operation: FT

<p>UAE's potential coalition involvement heightens military conflict risks, diminishing prospects for diplomatic resolutions in the region.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/uae-considers-joining-us-led-coalition-to-secure-strait-of-hormuz-after-rescue/">UAE considers joining US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz after rescue operation: FT</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

UAE joins US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz amid military tensions

<p>The UAE's involvement may heighten regional tensions, impacting global oil markets and complicating diplomatic efforts for peace.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/uae-joins-us-led-coalition-to-secure-strait-of-hormuz-amid-military-tensions/">UAE joins US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz amid military tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump hints at de-escalation in Iran conflict as troop market odds surge to 86%

<p>Increased market odds of US troop involvement in Iran highlight geopolitical tensions and uncertainty despite diplomatic signals.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-hints-at-de-escalation-in-iran-conflict-as-troop-market-odds-surge-to-86/">Trump hints at de-escalation in Iran conflict as troop market odds surge to 86%</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump’s comments cool speculation on US ground invasion in Iran, market shifts to 86% YES

<p>Trump's comments may temporarily ease invasion fears, but market trends suggest persistent geopolitical tension and potential escalation.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trumps-comments-cool-speculation-on-us-ground-invasion-in-iran-market-shifts-to/">Trump&#8217;s comments cool speculation on US ground invasion in Iran, market shifts to 86% YES</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Viral song boosts odds of Iranian regime collapse to 13.5% by June 30

<p>The viral song highlights growing unrest and potential power struggles, increasing the risk of regime instability and leadership changes in Iran.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/viral-song-boosts-odds-of-iranian-regime-collapse-to-135-by-june-30/">Viral song boosts odds of Iranian regime collapse to 13.5% by June 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Pope Leo’s appeal raises US-Iran ceasefire odds, April 30 now at 18% YES

<p>Market skepticism persists despite symbolic appeals, with traders anticipating potential diplomatic shifts in late April or beyond.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/pope-leos-appeal-raises-us-iran-ceasefire-odds-april-30-now-at-18-yes/">Pope Leo&#8217;s appeal raises US-Iran ceasefire odds, April 30 now at 18% YES</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US special forces rescue F-15 crew in Iran as tensions escalate

<p>The rescue operation signals heightened military engagement, reducing chances for diplomatic resolution and increasing market volatility.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-special-forces-rescue-f-15-crew-in-iran-as-tensions-escalate/">US special forces rescue F-15 crew in Iran as tensions escalate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Algorand just jumped 50% after a Google flags quantum risk for Bitcoin and Ethereum

Algorand has emerged as an early standout in the crypto market’s latest quantum security debate after a recent Google Quantum AI paper highlighted the blockchain as a live example of post-quantum cryptography being deployed on a network.The attention came as the paper sharpened concerns around Bitcoin and Ethereum, two networks whose size, age, and design choices could make any future migration to quantum-resistant infrastructure slower and more complicated.Against that backdrop, Algorand’s quie

‘Back to Work’: Michael Saylor Fuels Optimism for Another Massive Strategy Bitcoin Buy

Renewed signals from Strategy’s bitcoin activity hint at another major purchase as Michael Saylor resumes a closely watched “orange dot” posting pattern tied to accumulation cycles. Key Takeaways: Michael Saylor’s “orange dot” post revived, fueling anticipation of a massive bitcoin buy announcement. Strategy holds 762,099 BTC, underscoring its dominant reserve and long-term accumulation model. SEC [&#8230;]

Anthropic Restricts Claude Agent Access Amid AI Automation Boom in Crypto

Anthropic quietly drew a line around its Claude subscriptions on April 4, 2026, and a lot of crypto developers are now paying more or finding cheaper alternatives to keep their autonomous agents running. Key Takeaways: Anthropic cut Claude Pro and Max subscription access for Openclaw on April 4, 2026, shifting heavy users to pay-as-you-go billing. [&#8230;]

Traders Hedge Hard: Bitcoin Put Volume Outpaces Calls 54.87% to 45.13%

Bitcoin is trading at $66,810 as of 10 a.m. Eastern time on Sunday, and across futures and options markets, traders are leaning defensive. The data tells a clear story: open interest is contracting, puts are moving faster than calls, and max pain levels on every major exchange sit well above where spot is trading. Key [&#8230;]

US jobs crush forecasts, yet hidden labor weakness could keep Bitcoin under pressure

The US economy added 178,000 jobs in March, nearly three times the consensus estimate of 60,000, and unemployment dipped to 4.3%. That is the kind of print that resets macro narratives and hits risk assets before traders finish their first read.Bitcoin traded around $67,000, unfazed by the data. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed four basis points to 4.35%, and the dollar index ticked up to 100.08.The market's first-order read was straightforward: a labor market that looks this strong gives the

Circle’s USDC freeze power faces fresh scrutiny after wallets were blocked while stolen funds moved

Circle's biggest selling point may be becoming its biggest liability. On-chain investigator ZachXBT's &#8220;Circle Files&#8221; allege that the USDC issuer has inconsistently applied its freeze powers.Circle was too slow in 15 cases involving more than $420 million in allegedly illicit funds since 2022, yet broad enough to sweep 16 operational business wallets in a sealed US civil matter. The wallets were tied to exchanges, casinos, and forex services that ZachXBT said did not appear connected.

Iran remains committed to prolonged conflict, reducing ceasefire odds significantly

<p>Iran's firm stance on conflict diminishes ceasefire prospects, impacting market confidence and suggesting prolonged regional instability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-remains-committed-to-prolonged-conflict-reducing-ceasefire-odds/">Iran remains committed to prolonged conflict, reducing ceasefire odds significantly</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>