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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

Morgan Stanley’s MSBT Bitcoin ETF Wallets Now Publicly Trackable via Arkham

Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence has located and publicly labeled the custodian wallets backing Morgan Stanley’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), giving any observer the ability to track the fund’s BTC holdings in near real-time. Key Takeaways: Arkham Intelligence labeled three onchain wallets backing Morgan Stanley’s MSBT ETF, which holds 1,348 BTC worth more than […]

Hex Trust Brings 1:1 Backed Wrapped XRP to Solana’s Ecosystem

Wrapped XRP officially launched on Solana this week, letting XRP holders move into one of crypto’s most active decentralized finance networks without selling their native token position. Key Takeaways: Wrapped XRP launched on Solana this week, backed 1:1 by Hex Trust with roughly 834,498 wXRP in circulation. LayerZero’s OFT standard bridges wXRP across chains, giving […]

Bitcoin ETFs Add $664 Million as Assets Top $100 Billion Again

Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) capped the week with a powerful surge, led by bitcoin’s massive inflow that pushed assets back above $100 billion. Ether extended its streak, while XRP and solana continued their steady climb. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs drew $663.91 million, pushing net assets above $100 billion. Ether ETFs added $127.49 million for seven […]

Congress on verge of making regulated dollar stablecoins act almost like digital cash

Washington isn't trying to solve every crypto policy fight at once, but it appears to be carving out a workable path for one specific category of digital asset: the regulated, dollar-pegged stablecoin.The GENIUS Act established the first federal regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, and a bipartisan House tax discussion draft now proposes friendlier tax treatment for those same tokens when people actually use them.Together, the two efforts point toward a deliberate, stablecoins-first lan

Jenner Meme Coin Lawsuit Dismissed Under Howey Test by Los Angeles Federal Judge

A federal judge in California has ruled that Caitlyn Jenner’s JENNER meme coin does not qualify as a security under federal law, dismissing all securities claims in a proposed class action lawsuit filed against the celebrity. Key Takeaways: A federal judge dismissed all securities claims against Caitlyn Jenner’s JENNER meme coin with prejudice on April […]

Crypto to enter the US banking system through a backdoor, not through regulation

For most of its life, crypto lived outside the financial system. If you wanted to move dollars in or out of an exchange, that money still had to pass through a regular bank somewhere along the way. Most people assumed it would stay that way until Washington finally decided how to regulate it.But that assumption is now breaking down. In March 2026, a regional Federal Reserve bank approved a limited account for Kraken, the first time a crypto exchange has ever been allowed to plug directly into th

ZachXBT Flags $280M+ KelpDAO Exploit Hitting Ethereum DeFi Lending Markets

An attacker reportedly exploited a vulnerability in KelpDAO’s rsETH liquid restaking token on April 18, 2026, draining an estimated $280 million or more across Ethereum and Arbitrum. Key Takeaways: ZachXBT flagged a $280M+ theft across Ethereum and Arbitrum DeFi protocols on April 18, 2026. KelpDAO’s exploit created bad debt on Aave V3, with AAVE token […]

Netherlands activates energy crisis plan amid Middle East oil disruptions

<p>The activation highlights Europe's vulnerability to geopolitical tensions, potentially accelerating shifts towards energy diversification.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/netherlands-activates-energy-crisis-plan-amid-middle-east-oil-disruptions/">Netherlands activates energy crisis plan amid Middle East oil disruptions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran’s Rezaei dismisses Trump’s nuclear claims as “April lies” amid rising tensions

<p>Rising skepticism and hardened rhetoric complicate US-Iran de-escalation efforts, impacting market confidence in diplomatic resolutions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/irans-rezaei-dismisses-trumps-nuclear-claims-as-april-lies-amid-rising-tensions/">Iran&#8217;s Rezaei dismisses Trump&#8217;s nuclear claims as &#8220;April lies&#8221; amid rising tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

$280M theft hits Ethereum, Arbitrum DeFi protocols, raises systemic risk questions

<p>The $280M theft highlights vulnerabilities in DeFi, prompting a reevaluation of risk and stability across Ethereum and Solana ecosystems.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/280m-theft-hits-ethereum-arbitrum-defi-protocols-raises-systemic-risk-questions/">$280M theft hits Ethereum, Arbitrum DeFi protocols, raises systemic risk questions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump confirms China visit for May 2026 amid US-China tensions

<p>Trump's planned China visit could influence US-China relations, impacting global trade dynamics and geopolitical stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-confirms-china-visit-for-may-2026-amid-us-china-tensions/">Trump confirms China visit for May 2026 amid US-China tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Trump orders Israel to halt Lebanon attacks, enforces 10-day ceasefire

<p>The enforced ceasefire highlights US diplomatic influence but its success hinges on Hezbollah's compliance and Israel's restraint.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-orders-israel-to-halt-lebanon-attacks-enforces-10-day-ceasefire/">Trump orders Israel to halt Lebanon attacks, enforces 10-day ceasefire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iraq’s economic strain complicates US-Iran ceasefire prospects

<p>Iraq's economic instability heightens regional tensions, reducing diplomatic prospects and increasing the likelihood of prolonged conflict.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iraqs-economic-strain-complicates-us-iran-ceasefire-prospects/">Iraq&#8217;s economic strain complicates US-Iran ceasefire prospects</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

IRGC warns vessels in Strait of Hormuz will be targeted if warnings ignored

<p>Increased tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global shipping routes, impacting international trade and energy markets.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/irgc-warns-vessels-in-strait-of-hormuz-will-be-targeted-if-warnings-ignored/">IRGC warns vessels in Strait of Hormuz will be targeted if warnings ignored</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Kelp DAO’s rsETH token potentially exploited, $100M at risk

<p>The potential exploit could undermine confidence in DeFi, affecting Ethereum's price outlook and broader market sentiment.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/kelp-daos-rseth-token-potentially-exploited-100m-at-risk/">Kelp DAO&#8217;s rsETH token potentially exploited, $100M at risk</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Jake Paul: Attention is more valuable than capital, influencers are reshaping venture capital, and emotional engagement is key to storytelling | 20VC

Influencers are revolutionizing venture capital, with attention now rivaling capital as the most valuable asset.The post Jake Paul: Attention is more valuable than capital, influencers are reshaping venture capital, and emotional engagement is key to storytelling | 20VC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, raising military confrontation risks

<p>The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting global oil supply and escalating military conflicts.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-closes-strait-of-hormuz-raising-military-confrontation-risks/">Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, raising military confrontation risks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Polymarket Strait of Hormuz Odds Crash After Iran Fires on Tankers

Polymarket’s contract on Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal by April 30 collapsed to 28% Yes on Saturday after Iran reimposed shipping restrictions and Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps gunboats reportedly fired on at least one tanker and turned back more than 20 vessels attempting transit. Key Takeaways: Iran reportedly fired on at least one [&#8230;]

Monero Drops 3% on 12th Birthday as Bitcoin Rally Stalls

On Saturday, Monero (XMR) price plunged by around 3% after witnessing a correction in Bitcoin (BTC) price, forcing its price below $345 with a market capitalization of $6.33 billion.The cryptocurrency is struggling to break a major consolidation pattern at around $355 and is repeatedly facing rejection at this level.The drop comes after a correction in Bitcoin (BTC) and ongoing sector rotation, in which money moves into Bitcoin amid a rally while overall sentiment across altcoins stays neutral.O