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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: Extracting Iranian nuclear material will be difficult, time-consuming

<p>Trump's remarks highlight the complexities of diplomatic negotiations, potentially delaying resolutions and impacting market confidence.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/trump-extracting-iranian-nuclear-material-will-be-difficult-time-consuming/">Trump: Extracting Iranian nuclear material will be difficult, time-consuming</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Senator Tillis urges delay of CLARITY Act amid stablecoin yield disputes

<p>The delay in the CLARITY Act exacerbates regulatory uncertainty, impacting market confidence and potentially stalling stablecoin innovation.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/senator-tillis-urges-delay-of-clarity-act-amid-stablecoin-yield-disputes/">Senator Tillis urges delay of CLARITY Act amid stablecoin yield disputes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Strait of Hormuz closure spikes Somalia food and fuel prices

<p>The closure exacerbates Somalia's economic vulnerability, highlighting the global ripple effects of geopolitical tensions on trade routes.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/strait-of-hormuz-closure-spikes-somalia-food-and-fuel-prices/">Strait of Hormuz closure spikes Somalia food and fuel prices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US-Iran tensions spike airline prices, XRP unaffected by geopolitical risks

<p>Geopolitical tensions highlight market disparities, with airline costs soaring while XRP remains stable, reflecting varied risk perceptions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-iran-tensions-spike-airline-prices-xrp-unaffected-by-geopolitical-risks/">US-Iran tensions spike airline prices, XRP unaffected by geopolitical risks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

US failed to meet Iran war objectives, report finds

<p>The unmet US objectives in Iran may prompt a shift towards diplomacy, impacting market perceptions and potential ceasefire outcomes.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/us-failed-to-meet-iran-war-objectives-report-finds/">US failed to meet Iran war objectives, report finds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Pentagon reports 415 US troops wounded in Iran, indicating ground involvement

<p>The increased odds of US forces entering Iran could heighten geopolitical tensions and influence domestic political dynamics significantly.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/pentagon-reports-415-us-troops-wounded-in-iran-indicating-ground-involvement/">Pentagon reports 415 US troops wounded in Iran, indicating ground involvement</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Roberto Sánchez widens lead in Peru’s 2026 presidential election with 94% counted

<p>Snchez's growing lead suggests a shift in political dynamics, potentially impacting Peru's future policies and international relations.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/roberto-snchez-widens-lead-in-perus-2026-presidential-election-with-94-counted/">Roberto Sánchez widens lead in Peru&#8217;s 2026 presidential election with 94% counted</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Tucker Carlson apologizes for Trump support, sparking feud speculation

<p>Carlson's apology may deepen divisions within the MAGA base, potentially altering the dynamics of conservative media and political alliances.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/tucker-carlson-apologizes-for-trump-support-sparking-feud-speculation/">Tucker Carlson apologizes for Trump support, sparking feud speculation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Amazon invests $25B in Anthropic to boost AI capabilities

<p>Amazon's investment in Anthropic could reshape AI competition, influencing market dynamics and innovation pace among leading tech firms.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/amazon-invests-25b-in-anthropic-to-boost-ai-capabilities/">Amazon invests $25B in Anthropic to boost AI capabilities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

Iran accuses US of attacking commercial vessel, escalating Strait tensions

<p>Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil markets and hinder diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran.</p><p>The post <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-accuses-us-of-attacking-commercial-vessel-escalating-strait-tensions/">Iran accuses US of attacking commercial vessel, escalating Strait tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cryptobriefing.com">Crypto Briefing</a>.</p>

William Hill Parent Evoke in £225M Bally’s Intralot Sale Discussions

William Hill and 888 parent Evoke confirmed Monday it is in takeover discussions with Bally&#8217;s Intralot at 50 pence per share, valuing the FTSE 250-listed betting group at £225.3 million ($303.9 million). Key Takeaways: Evoke confirmed 50p-per-share Bally&#8217;s Intralot offer valuing group at £225.3M. Bally&#8217;s Intralot has until May 18 to make a firm offer [&#8230;]

XRP Prepares for Quantum Future as Ripple Maps XRPL Strategy for Security Readiness

Ripple is advancing a multi-phase plan to secure the XRP Ledger against future quantum threats, targeting readiness by 2028. The effort signals rising urgency across blockchain systems to address long-term cryptographic risks without disrupting network performance. Key Takeaways: Ripple outlines a phased roadmap to prepare XRPL for quantum-era cryptography risks. Industry momentum grows as XRPL [&#8230;]

Polygon (POL) Price Soars 5% but Faces Rejection at $0.095

On April 20, the Polygon (POL) price soared by around 5% on a daily chart, soaring its value above $0.095 before facing a small correction.While the crypto market is giving mixed signals, the POL token is likely to face some downward pressure in the upcoming trading sessions.Recently, the network has launched sPOL, which is Polygon’s new liquid staking token that allows users to stake their POL and still use it in DeFi applications.While most altcoins stayed stable, the Polygon (POL) price witne

TRON Powers $2T in USDT Transfers in Q1; CoinDesk and Messari Research Highlight AI, Institutional Growth

This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, April 20, 2026 — CoinDesk Data, the institutional research division of CoinDesk, and Messari, the leading provider of digital asset market intelligence, have [&#8230;]

Aave Sees a Slight Surge as Latest rsETH Report Calms Market Concerns

Aave edges up as report clarifies rsETH exploit impact and risk scenarios.Swift response helps contain exposure, while protocol fundamentals remain intact.Price stays tied to the Bitcoin trend, with key support near the $85 level.Aave saw a mild surge over the past 24 hours, as it rose 0.62% to trade near $90.81. The move came along as the crypto project released a statement on the recent rsETH incident. But, the gain remained smaller than the overall market rise of more than 2%.Aave Surges; Rel

BIS Official Flags $320 Billion Stablecoin Market as Financial Stability Concern

BIS General Manager Pablo Hernández de Cos called global coordination on stablecoin regulation a matter of “critical importance,” warning that fragmented national frameworks risk enabling regulatory arbitrage and financial instability. Key Takeaways: BIS General Manager Pablo Hernández de Cos warned April 20 that stablecoins’ $320 billion market poses financial stability and AML risks. Tether’s USDT [&#8230;]

Historic First Year: SEC Under Atkins Resets Crypto Policy With Focus on Clarity and Growth

The SEC is positioning its first year under Paul Atkins as a turning point toward clearer regulation and stronger markets. The SEC Chair described it as a historic year, stating the agency delivered on its promises. Key Takeaways: SEC emphasized regulatory clarity as key to stronger U.S. capital markets. Paul Atkins framed his first year [&#8230;]

ETH Bullish Streak Hits Four Weeks as Bitmine Loads Up on 101,627 ETH

ETH reclaimed the 23.6% Fib level after an 18% drop, extending its rally to four weeksBitmine bought 101,627 ETH in a week, lifting holdings to 4,976,485 ETH worth about $11.45B.Bitmine now holds 4.12% of the ETH supply and is about 247,000 ETH from its 5% target.Ethereum entered a fourth straight bullish week, turning a previous technical setback into a measured rebound. The move followed a rejection near the 23.6% Fibonacci level around $2,228, which had triggered an 18% fall to about $1,937.T

US Lawmakers Urged to Advance CLARITY Act as Digital Chamber Pushes Senate Markup

U.S. crypto legislation faces rising pressure as Senate leaders are urged to move market structure rules forward. The Digital Chamber argued further delay could stall momentum and weaken Washington’s push for clearer digital asset oversight. Key Takeaways: The Digital Chamber increased pressure on Senate leaders to move the bill to markup. Senate Banking faces mounting [&#8230;]