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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

Charles Schwab prediction market partnership with Cboe to take traders away from Polymarket, Kalshi

Schwab's reported prediction markets effort with Cboe will put prediction markets on the same screen as stocks, ETFs, and options. When the plan reaches customer accounts, the simplest prediction-market trade may become a brokerage-account action before crypto platforms can own the category.A June 20 Wall Street Journal report said Schwab is collaborating with Cboe on products tied to whether the S&P 500 closes above or below specified levels. The report points to finance-related outcomes, inclu

Iran sees major progress in ongoing peace talks with US, and crypto markets are paying attention

<p>The peace talks' progress could reshape global oil dynamics and alter crypto market demand, impacting geopolitical and financial landscapes.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-us-peace-talks-crypto-impact-2/">Iran sees major progress in ongoing peace talks with US, and crypto markets are paying attention</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Evercore ISI initiates coverage on Credo Technology with outperform rating and $325 price target

<p>Credo's growth in AI connectivity solutions highlights the sector's potential, but market volatility could impact its high valuation trajectory.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/evercore-isi-credo-outperform-coverage/">Evercore ISI initiates coverage on Credo Technology with outperform rating and $325 price target</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Paris Saint-Germain to finalize Ousmane Dembélé contract extension after FIFA World Cup

<p>Dembl's contract extension could stabilize PSG's roster, impacting team dynamics and potentially influencing fan token market sentiment.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/psg-dembele-contract-extension-world-cup/">Paris Saint-Germain to finalize Ousmane Dembélé contract extension after FIFA World Cup</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Keir Starmer steps down as UK Prime Minister amid leadership contest

<p>Starmer's resignation may pivot UK digital asset policy, with leadership changes potentially reshaping regulatory approaches and market dynamics.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/starmer-resigns-uk-pm-crypto-policy/">Keir Starmer steps down as UK Prime Minister amid leadership contest</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran and US conclude successful talks as Pakistan PM announces 60-day roadmap to final deal

<p>The successful talks could ease regional tensions and potentially reshape crypto market dynamics, impacting liquidity and cross-border flows.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-us-talks-crypto-sanctions-impact/">Iran and US conclude successful talks as Pakistan PM announces 60-day roadmap to final deal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

LefterisJP warns Ethereum validator funding plan could create cartel

<p>The proposal risks centralizing power among large validators, potentially undermining Ethereum's decentralized ethos and governance integrity.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/ethereum-validator-funding-cartel-warning/">LefterisJP warns Ethereum validator funding plan could create cartel</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Why Gold Price Is Going Down? XAU/USD Price Prediction Based on Death Cross Targets $3,400

Gold (XAU/USD) traded at $4,185 per ounce on Monday, June22, 2026, rebounding intraday on progress in US-Iran talks but still below its200-day moving average after a third straight weekly decline.The bouncechanges nothing on my chart, and nothing in my bearish gold price prediction.Since my recent gold analysis nearly two weeks ago, the setup isidentical: price under the 200-day average, the $4,300 zone capping rallies,and a Fibonacci extension pointing to $3,440. What hassharpened is the moving

Thai Authorities Seize $1.8M in FX Ponzi Probe, Freeze 70 Bank Accounts

Thailand’s Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has launched a multi-agency operation targeting a forex pyramid scheme, raiding 24 locations across Bangkok and surrounding provinces.The operation, codenamed “Shutdown the Laundering,” resulted in the seizure of roughly 65 million baht ($1.8 million) in cash, gold bullion, luxury vehicles, hardware crypto wallets, and firearms. Authorities also froze 70 bank accounts linked to the investigation. The Probe Extends Beyond the Forex BrandsFollow

BC.Game bids farewell to Senzu following loan stint, faces roster rebuild around s1mple and electroNic

<p>BC.Game's roster changes highlight the ongoing challenge of building a cohesive team, impacting both competitive prospects and investor confidence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/bc-game-senzu-departure-roster-rebuild/">BC.Game bids farewell to Senzu following loan stint, faces roster rebuild around s1mple and electroNic</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Argentina rallies around Lionel Messi as Scaloni addresses false reports about his father

<p>The incident highlights the urgent need for media accountability and fact-checking to prevent misinformation from disrupting major events.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/argentina-messi-false-reports-scaloni-world-cup/">Argentina rallies around Lionel Messi as Scaloni addresses false reports about his father</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

FC Bayern set to finalize new deal with Konrad Laimer after months of stalled talks

<p>Securing Laimer's contract extension stabilizes Bayern's midfield strategy, ensuring experienced depth while maintaining financial discipline.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/bayern-laimer-contract-extension/">FC Bayern set to finalize new deal with Konrad Laimer after months of stalled talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

ETH stakers could see rewards cut as Ethereum fights to fund its future

Ethereum core contributors are debating a structural overhaul that could redirect Ethereum staking rewards toward ecosystem development.The protocol-level proposal seeks to solve a persistent coordination failure of funding public goods within the broader Ethereum ecosystem. Open-source security tools, client upgrades, and network maintenance benefit all users, but financial support often falls short because participants rely on others to cover the cost.Under the newly proposed mechanism, networ

Real Value Is the Ultimate USP George Kyriakoudes, CEO of Skilling

“You can’t hide behind hacks anymore. If you don’t give the appropriate value, you don’t receive the reward,” said George Kyriakoudes, CEO of Skilling, in an episode of FM Talks. It was not merely a remark about marketing. It was, in many ways, a diagnosis of the modern retail trading industry itself. The era of gimmicks, friction-heavy onboarding and easy customer acquisition has faded. In its place stands a more demanding retail trader: faster, more informed, less loyal and armed with enough t

The New York Times CEO warns of high stakes in lawsuit against OpenAI

<p>The lawsuit could redefine AI's use of copyrighted content, impacting journalism's economic model and intellectual property rights enforcement.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/nyt-ceo-openai-lawsuit-high-stakes/">The New York Times CEO warns of high stakes in lawsuit against OpenAI</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iress Signs Multi-Year Deal to Enable BitDelta Pro's Equities and CFD Expansion

Financial technology provider Iress has signed a multi-year partnershipwith UAE-based trading platform BitDelta Pro, extending its trading and marketdata services across international markets.Under the agreement, BitDelta Pro will adopt Iress’ trading and marketdata products as it expands its offering into equities and contracts fordifference.The deal follows previous deployments of Iress technology in the tradingsector. Earlier, Rostrointegrated Iress’ order management system and market-access

AvaTrade Wants to Buy FXCM Operator, but a Crypto Exchange Is Also Showing Interest

AvaTrade wants to buy Stratos, the operator of FXCM and Tradu brands, from Jefferies Financial Group, Finance Magnates Intelligence has learned, and has also allegedly made an offer for the business. However, a crypto exchange is now showing interest and has allegedly made an offer.This came after Finance Magnates recently reported that Jefferies is reportedly considering selling Stratos, which operates the two contracts for differences (CFD) brands.AvaTrade is allegedly buying the entire Strato

FDIC: US Banks Post $80 Billion in Profit as Unrealized Losses Swell to $325 Billion

U.S. banks held $325.1 billion in unrealized losses on their investment securities at the end of the first quarter of 2026, according to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. The figure rose for a second straight quarter even as the industry posted strong profits. A Growing Paper Loss The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) said total [&#8230;]

Kraken adds 2,500 unapproved Solana tokens to its app – says risk stays on-chain

Kraken's new Solana token flow adds more assets to the app and changes what users may think the app is signaling.In a June 18 launch post, Kraken said eligible users in the US and more than 100 countries can trade more than 2,500 Solana-based tokens directly from the main Kraken app. The feature is built to remove the usual on-chain setup work: no separate wallet, no seed phrase, no bridge, and no app switch before a trade.The trade-off is easy to underestimate once the assets are held in an exc