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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

Strategy’s STRC Stock Hits Record Low, Pressuring Its Bitcoin Buying

Strategy’s stock STRC fell to a record low of $89, weakening a funding channel the company uses to support its Bitcoin accumulation strategy.STRC price on June 17. Source: Google FinanceThe stock closed about 11% below its $100 par value, making it harder for Strategy to issue new shares through its at-the-market program.That matters because STRC is not just another equity instrument. When it trades above par, Strategy can sell new shares directly into the market and use the proceeds to buy more

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Lose $111M as Whales Buy the Dip

U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs turned negative after the Federal Reserve’s hawkish message weakened rate-cut hopes.Bitcoin funds lost $82 million, while ETH funds lost $29 million, creating a combined $111 million outflow across the two largest crypto ETF categories.Bitcoin and Ethereum combined outflow. Source: Coinglass.comThe Bitcoin ETF outflow was broader than some earlier sessions. BlackRock’s IBIT, which had often absorbed capital even when other funds lost money, shed $31 million. A

Bitcoin and Ethereum Slide as Hawkish Fed Overpowers Iran Deal Relief

Bitcoin and Ethereum fell after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but signaled that inflation remains a bigger concern than growth.BTC traded around $63,900, down 3% over 24 hours, while ETH slipped 3.4% to $1,733 as traders adjusted to a less supportive policy outlook. Currently, BTC has recovered to $64,300, while ETH is hovering around $1,744.The selling spread across major tokens. XRP dropped 3.9% to $1.17, Solana lost 3.6% to $71, and Hyperliquid’s HYPE fell 7.2% to $69 after l

Chelsea faces competition from Borussia Dortmund for Argentine wonderkid Aarón Anselmino

<p>Chelsea's strategic loan moves for Anselmino highlight their focus on long-term asset development, impacting player market dynamics and club strategies.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/chelsea-dortmund-anselmino-transfer-battle/">Chelsea faces competition from Borussia Dortmund for Argentine wonderkid Aarón Anselmino</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Klarna shifts to gig workforce for customer service amid AI integration

<p>Klarna's shift to a gig-based hybrid model highlights the challenge of balancing cost efficiency with maintaining high-quality customer service.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/klarna-gig-workforce-ai-customer-service/">Klarna shifts to gig workforce for customer service amid AI integration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US and Iran to hold initial talks at Swiss resort tomorrow

<p>The talks could enhance regional stability and international relations, but unresolved issues may challenge long-term diplomatic progress.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-and-iran-to-hold-initial-talks-at-swiss-resort-tomorrow/">US and Iran to hold initial talks at Swiss resort tomorrow</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

China builds platform to debut new AI consumer products as ‘AI Plus’ initiative accelerates

<p>China's AI consumer product push could reshape global tech competition by leveraging integrated ecosystems and cost-effective hardware.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/china-ai-consumer-products-platform/">China builds platform to debut new AI consumer products as &#8216;AI Plus&#8217; initiative accelerates</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Azov Brigade targets Moscow for retaliation after Mariupol siege

<p>The Azov Brigade's targeting of Moscow underscores escalating tensions and highlights the evolving nature of modern warfare and geopolitical alliances.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/azov-brigade-targets-moscow-mariupol-retaliation/">Azov Brigade targets Moscow for retaliation after Mariupol siege</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Israel to maintain military presence in southern Lebanon amid US talks

<p>Israel's military stance in Lebanon complicates peace prospects, heightening regional tensions and reducing chances for a lasting resolution.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/israel-to-maintain-military-presence-in-southern-lebanon-amid-us-talks/">Israel to maintain military presence in southern Lebanon amid US talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Scotland prepares for World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium

<p>Scotland's World Cup return highlights the economic boost from increased tourism and the cultural significance of global sports events.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/scotland-world-cup-gillette-stadium/">Scotland prepares for World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US and Iran extend Gulf ceasefire by 60 days with 14-point agreement

<p>The ceasefire extension enhances prospects for lasting peace, fostering diplomatic engagement and potentially stabilizing regional tensions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-and-iran-extend-gulf-ceasefire-by-60-days-with-14-point-agreement/">US and Iran extend Gulf ceasefire by 60 days with 14-point agreement</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Ukraine cuts ground supply lines, isolates Crimea from Russia in drone-led logistics lockdown

<p>Ukraine's strategic isolation of Crimea could prolong conflict, impacting global energy markets and increasing geopolitical tensions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ukraine-isolates-crimea-drone-logistics-lockdown/">Ukraine cuts ground supply lines, isolates Crimea from Russia in drone-led logistics lockdown</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US Senators Lummis and Gallego introduce bipartisan resolution opposing clemency for Sam Bankman-Fried

<p>The bipartisan resolution underscores a unified stance against clemency, reinforcing regulatory integrity and accountability in the crypto sector.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/senators-oppose-bankman-fried-pardon/">US Senators Lummis and Gallego introduce bipartisan resolution opposing clemency for Sam Bankman-Fried</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Crypto PACs are helping Senators win US primaries faster than the Senate can move the law they want

Fairshake, the crypto industry's flagship super PAC, put more than $12 million behind Barry Moore's run for an open Alabama Senate seat, the largest single-candidate spend of its 2026 campaign, and on Tuesday, Moore won the Republican runoff with about 56% of the vote.In a state this deeply red, where no Democrat has won a Senate seat outside a single 2017 special election in three decades, that result hands him a near-certain seat in November. The industry's campaign arm is sitting on nearly $1

Strategy’s STRC Crashes to $89 as Bitcoin Treasury Risks Shake High-Yield Investors

Key Takeaways:The shares of Strategy&#8217;s share price were also down to a record low, all while trading well below a $100 target value.The falling price continued to close STRC&#8217;s effective yield near 13%, indicating increased risk awareness among investors.Market participants are increasingly scrutinizing the sustainability of Bitcoin-backed capital strategies.User Score8.7Follow us on Google NewsStrategy’s STRC preferred stock has dropped to its lowest level since launch, raising fresh

XTB Leads Polish Account Race Again, but the Engine Is Cooling

XTB stayedthe dominant force in Polish account openings in May, adding 48,226 accountswith access to the local market, according to fresh data from Poland's CentralSecurities Depository, known as KDPW. That keptthe Warsaw-listed broker far ahead of every domestic rival, even as its ownmonthly pace eased from the highs it set earlier in the year.The figurepushed XTB's domestic total to 1,087,740 accounts, more than double thesecond-placed firm. But it alsoextended a softer run. XTBbooked 68,300 n

Tether Trims Bitdeer Stake After AI Push Lifts Bitcoin Mining Stock

Tether has started trimming its Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR) stake after reloading on the bitcoin mining and AI data center operator’s stock during a February selloff, generating about $12.7 million in proceeds. This article first appeared in The Energy Mag. The original article can be viewed here. The Energy Mag (formerly The Miner Mag) provides news, [&#8230;]

iFX EXPO 2026 Returns for Closing Day of Trading Industry Talks

iFX EXPO International 2026, held at the City of DreamsMediterranean, enters its final day as attendees return for a second round ofconference sessions and the closing stretch of meetings across the exhibitionfloor. The event continues to bring together brokers, fintechfirms, liquidity providers, payment providers, technology vendors, and otherparticipants from across the online trading industry.iFX EXPO 2026 Final Day Sessions ContinueFollowing abusy opening day marked by discussions, networkin

"Always Up for a Good Battle": CME Takes Aim at CFTC in High-Stakes Lawsuit Over Perps

Outgoing CME Group CEO Terrence Duffy revealed that the world's largest derivatives marketplace will file a federal lawsuit against the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) over the agency's decision to greenlight crypto perpetual futures in the United States.Talking to CMBC’s Fast Money, Duffy said that the lawsuit will directly target the CFTC's late-May authorisation of Kalshi's BTCPERP contract, the first regulated crypto perpetual futures product in US history, and a related no-actio