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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

IDF destroys Hezbollah’s largest tunnel network amid ceasefire stability

<p>The operation underscores the resilience of the ceasefire framework, suggesting it can withstand ongoing military actions without collapse.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/idf-destroys-hezbollahs-largest-tunnel-network-amid-ceasefire-stability/">IDF destroys Hezbollah&#8217;s largest tunnel network amid ceasefire stability</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Netanyahu’s stance dims hopes for Israel-Iran peace deal by April 30

<p>Netanyahu's stance reduces optimism for near-term peace, impacting market confidence and highlighting geopolitical tensions' persistence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/netanyahus-stance-dims-hopes-for-israel-iran-peace-deal-by-april-30/">Netanyahu&#8217;s stance dims hopes for Israel-Iran peace deal by April 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Galaxy Digital Posts $216M Q1 Loss as 20% Crypto Drop Cuts Portfolio Value

Galaxy Digital reported a $216 million first-quarter loss amid a broad crypto market decline, while pushing ahead with its Helios data center project as a new source of revenue. The firm’s balance sheet remains liquid, with $2.6 billion in cash and stablecoins. Key Takeaways: Galaxy Digital posted a $216M Q1 loss as the crypto market [&#8230;]

US confirms partial reopening of Strait of Hormuz, easing oil supply fears

<p>The partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz alleviates immediate oil supply concerns but highlights ongoing market volatility and uncertainty.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-confirms-partial-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz-easing-oil-supply-fears/">US confirms partial reopening of Strait of Hormuz, easing oil supply fears</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Ostium launches decentralized execution layer with Jump as hedging partner

<p>Ostium launched a real time decentralized execution layer with Jump as hedging partner after topping $50B in trading volume.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ostium-decentralized-execution-layer/">Ostium launches decentralized execution layer with Jump as hedging partner</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Alphabet’s $175B-$185B AI capex plan doubles prior levels amid antitrust scrutiny

<p>Alphabet's increased AI investment may boost long-term growth but risks near-term margin pressure amid regulatory challenges.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/alphabets-175b-185b-ai-capex-plan-doubles-prior-levels-amid-antitrust-scrutiny/">Alphabet&#8217;s $175B-$185B AI capex plan doubles prior levels amid antitrust scrutiny</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

The 10 Best Crypto Cards for Debit and Credit Spending in 2026

The crypto cards are payment cards that let you spend cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or stablecoins at regular stores by converting them into fiat in real time. They mainly come in debit, prepaid, and credit types, and they offer features like instant crypto-to-fiat settlement, cashback rewards in crypto, and global Visa or Mastercard acceptance.The best crypto cards are MetaMask Card, Crypto.com Visa Card, Gemini Credit Card, Nexo Card, Bybit Card, Wirex Card, Bleap Crypto Card, Oobit

US reviews Iran proposal as Israel-Iran peace talks stall

<p>The stalled peace talks and US review signal potential prolonged regional instability, affecting geopolitical dynamics and market confidence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-reviews-iran-proposal-as-israel-iran-peace-talks-stall/">US reviews Iran proposal as Israel-Iran peace talks stall</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran allows Japanese supertanker through Strait of Hormuz, easing supply fears

<p>Iran's move suggests potential diplomatic openings, reducing immediate oil supply fears and impacting market predictions on crude prices.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-allows-japanese-supertanker-through-strait-of-hormuz-easing-supply-fears/">Iran allows Japanese supertanker through Strait of Hormuz, easing supply fears</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Hezbollah claims strike on Israeli tank in south Lebanon amid ceasefire tension

<p>The incident underscores the fragile nature of the ceasefire, yet market confidence remains unshaken, reflecting perceived stability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/hezbollah-claims-strike-on-israeli-tank-in-south-lebanon-amid-ceasefire-tension/">Hezbollah claims strike on Israeli tank in south Lebanon amid ceasefire tension</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

UAE Quits OPEC After 59 Years, BTC Slides Below $76K Amid Hormuz Supply Shock

The United Arab Emirates officially withdrew from OPEC and the broader OPEC+ alliance on April 28, 2026, and bitcoin fell below $76,000 within hours of the announcement. Key Takeaways: The UAE exits OPEC on May 1, 2026, ending 59 years of membership and removing OPEC’s third-largest producer. Bitcoin fell from a weekly high of $79,490 [&#8230;]

Qatar warns Iran against using it as ‘political punching bag’ amid talks

<p>Qatar's diplomatic stance may stabilize Gulf tensions, potentially averting oil supply disruptions and fostering US-Iran dialogue.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/qatar-warns-iran-against-using-it-as-political-punching-bag-amid-talks/">Qatar warns Iran against using it as &#8216;political punching bag&#8217; amid talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Russia to recruit 18,500 foreign fighters by 2026, signals prolonged conflict

<p>Russia's recruitment plan suggests a prolonged conflict, impacting ceasefire prospects and signaling continued geopolitical instability.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/russia-to-recruit-18500-foreign-fighters-by-2026-signals-prolonged-conflict/">Russia to recruit 18,500 foreign fighters by 2026, signals prolonged conflict</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Bitcoin’s $80k test should be decided by the bond market this week

Everyone watching Bitcoin this week is watching the Federal Reserve, while the more important tell may be sitting in the Treasury market, where the 10-year yield has compressed into one of its tightest ranges of the year just as a dense macro calendar opens.Bitcoin's recovery now rests on renewed institutional inflows and the assumption that liquidity conditions will not tighten again. If Treasuries choose a direction before that assumption is tested, the bond market could drive Bitcoin's next m

Changelly Turns 11 with 12 Million Users and a Growing Partner Network

Changelly is marking its 11th anniversary with a new company milestone: more than 12 million users now rely on the platform for seamless digital asset swaps, purchases, and cash-outs. The 2 million new users added over the past year have largely followed market movements, with registration spikes consistent within weeks of significant price action.After more than a decade on the market, Changelly has grown to support 1,200 cryptocurrencies across 200 blockchains for instant crypto swaps. The pla

Blackrock, Standard Chartered Power OKX Tokenized Treasury Collateral System

Blackrock anchors OKX’s tokenized Treasury collateral framework with Standard Chartered, enabling institutions to trade while maintaining yield and regulated custody. Key Takeaways: OKX framework, introduced April 28, 2026 enables tokenized U.S. Treasury assets as trading margin and collateral. Blackrock BUIDL fund delivers tokenized Treasury exposure with yield benchmarked to the U.S. Federal Funds rate. Standard [&#8230;]

Changelly’s Birthday Mystery Boxes Are Live. Open Yours Now

Changelly is turning another year older, and what a year it&#8217;s been: 12 million users, 1,200 cryptocurrencies across 200 blockchains, 840 partners (240 of them brand new). We&#8217;re celebrating the only way we know how: by giving stuff away.From April 28 through May 11, every crypto-to-crypto or fiat-to-crypto exchange you make in the Changelly app earns you a shot at a Mystery Box. Crack one open and you could walk away with a Mac Mini + espressoDisplay Pro setup, hardware wallets from S

Paxos Labs Amplify Pushes Built-In Yield Into $1B Toku Payroll Platform

Paxos Labs has embedded yield directly into Toku’s stablecoin payroll platform, giving workers in more than 100 countries a way to earn on their pay the moment it arrives, without giving up custody of their funds. Key Takeaways: Paxos Labs Amplify integrates with Toku, letting employees earn yield on USDC, USDT, and USDG the moment [&#8230;]

How Polymarket Users Move From Crypto to Sports And Why It Matters

A new analysis by Bitget Wallet of 1.29 million Polymarket wallets in Q1 2026 shows how prediction market users actually behave: they arrive via crypto and stay for sports.Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!).The finding has practical implications for brokers and fintech platforms building in this space. The data shows a clear user progression, with distinct products driving acquisition and retention at different stages. The Entry Point: Crypto C