BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 901,077
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Jun2025
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BLUF: Israel Bombs Iran / Ireland Riots Over Immigration / Sole Survivor in Indian Plane Crash / Appeals Court Allows NatGuard Troops To Stay Under Trump / 'Wrongly Deported' Salvadorian Brought Back to US to Face Charges in Tennessee / Senator Padilla Handcuffed for Interrupting DHS Sec Noem Press Conference / Coinbase's New BTC Rewards Card / Gold and USD Up, Markets Down on Iran Tensions / Internet Outage Affects Many / Meta AI is Privacy Disaster / New BTC Standard Browser Extension / Not Many BTC Left on US Exchanges
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,929, 30.62 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $108,439 / Lo: $102,822
Volume: $70B (Up 34%)
Mkt Cap: $2.08T (Down 2%)
HashRate: 932 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel strikes Iran's nuclear facilities and kills senior military leaders, Iran retaliates with drones: At least 20 senior Iranian commanders including the head of the revolutionary guards, Aerospace Force Commander Amir Ali Hajizadeh, were killed in Israel's strikes on Iran. Israeli airstrikes on targets in the country eliminated Major General Hossein Salami, the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). “Veteran nuclear scientists Mohammad-Mehdi Tehranchi and Fereydoon Abbasi have also been martyred in the attack,”. Israel apparently also bombed one of the most prominent uranium enrichment facilities in the country, the Natanz facility, several times. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu identified the strikes as “Operation Rising Lion.” (Various)
2. Sex Crimes Spark Three Nights Of Anti-Immigration Riots In N. Ireland: In the wake of yet another alleged sex crime perpetrated by non-natives, a city in Northern Ireland has been rocked by three consecutive nights of anti-immigration riots. The ensuing wave of arson, vandalism and anti-police violence -- which has left more than 32 officers injured -- has spread from Ballymena to other towns, prompting authorities to deploy reinforcements from the area and to request 80 officers be dispatched from across the Irish Sea. (Zerohedge)
3. 'I walked out of rubble': Survivor on how he escaped Air India wreckage: The British man who was the sole survivor of Thursday's Air India plane crash said he managed to escape the wreckage through an opening in the fuselage. "I managed to unbuckle myself, used my leg to push through that opening, and crawled out," Vishwashkumar Ramesh told Indian state media DD News. (BBC)
-US Events-
1. Trump can keep National Guard deployed to Los Angeles for now, appeals court rules: Judge Breyer ruled that Trump's directive violated the Tenth Amendment and exceeded his legal authority, stating that protests in Los Angeles did not meet the criteria of a rebellion warranting federal troop deployment; subsequently, the 9th Circuit Court paused the enforcement of Breyer’s ruling pending the administration's appeal. (GroundNews)
2. Abrego Garcia's attorneys ask judge for sanctions against Trump administration: The Salvadoran native was brought back to the U.S. on Friday to face criminal charges in Tennessee, following a series of court battles in which the Trump administration repeatedly said it was unable to bring him back. Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran native who had been living with his wife and children in Maryland, was deported in March to El Salvador's CECOT mega-prison -- despite a 2019 court order barring his deportation to that country due to fear of persecution -- after the Trump administration claimed he was a member of the criminal gang MS-13, which his family and attorneys deny. (ABC)
3. Sen. Alex Padilla is forcibly removed from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference in Los Angeles: Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., was forcibly removed from a news conference in Los Angeles on Thursday after he tried to question Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a media event related to immigration. "We were conducting a press conference to update everyone on the enforcement actions that are ongoing to bring people bring peace to the city of Los Angeles, and this man burst into the room, started lunging towards the podium, interrupting me and elevating his voice, and was stopped, did not identify himself, and was removed from the room," Noem said.(NBC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
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-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Coinbase Announces Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card, Offering up to 4% BTC Back on Everything: Coinbase teams up with American Express to offer its first credit card, giving up to 4% back in Bitcoin—exclusively for Coinbase One subscribers. (BitcoinMag)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Oil And Gold Prices Surge Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions: Oil and gold prices soared as escalating conflict between Israel and Iran rattled global markets and raised fears of a broader geopolitical crisis. Brent crude surged nearly 10%, while WTI crude jumped 7.86% to $73.39 per barrel. Simultaneously, gold prices climbed over 1% to $3,445 per ounce, as investors sought safe-haven assets. (IBTimes)
2. $1.15 Billion Liquidated as Crypto Markets React to Israel-Iran Conflict: Bitcoin, which began the day trading upwards of $109k, is now valued at $104,067 — hitting a daily low of $102,700 before correcting. Altcoins followed suit, with Ethereum and Solana seeing near double-digit losses over the past 24 hours. (BitcoinSensus)
3. Dollar Rebounds on Safe-Haven Demand: The US dollar index climbed above 98.2 on Friday, rebounding from multi-year lows as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East fueled demand for safe-haven assets. (TradingEconomics)
4. US Producer Prices Lower than Forecasts: US producer prices edged up 0.1% month-over-month in May 2025, following an upwardly revised 0.2% fall in April and compared to forecasts of a 0.2% increase. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Massive Internet Outage Affects Spotify, Twitch, Google, and More: From about 2:30 p.m. ET on June 12, users began reporting that they could not access a range of well-known apps and sites such as Spotify, Discord, Twitch, and Nintendo Switch Online, among others.Two of the internet's biggest infrastructure providers, Cloudflare and Google Cloud, were affected by the downtime. (TechTimes)
2. Chinese Fugitive Arrested at Thailand Airport for Allegedly Stealing Millions in Bitcoin: A Chinese fugitive, Tianwei, was arrested at Don Mueang Airport while trying to flee to Singapore, ending a manhunt linked to millions in stolen Bitcoin. The arrest followed a month-long search initiated after two victims reported losing $6.15 million in Bitcoin to Tianwei. (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. The Meta AI app is a privacy disaster: Your browser history has been public all along, and you had no idea. That’s basically what it feels like right now on the new stand-alone Meta AI app, where swathes of people are publishing their ostensibly private conversations with the chatbot. some users appear blissfully unaware that they are sharing these text conversations, audio clips, and images publicly with the world. (TechCrunch)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Marty Bent's Opportunity Cost Extension Converts Prices to Bitcoin, Promoting Mass Adoption and Mindful Spending: The Opportunity Cost browser extension converts prices into Bitcoin and Sats, aiming to promote mass adoption and curb unnecessary purchases. (Decrypt) (AC-A Bitcoin standard is a mental model that is powerful and informative.)
2. Bitcoin liquidity moves to non-KYC exchanges as US reserves thin: A discreet migration of Bitcoin reserves is occurring, as more BTC finds refuge on offshore exchanges, outpacing the holdings on regulated U.S. platforms. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 61/100 (Down 10 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The fact that gold rose and Bitcoin dropped during the announcement of hostilities in Iran show that there are still many 'traders' involved in Bitcoin, most of which do not understand it. The saying 'We are still early' is relevant here for Bitcoiners.
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 903.388
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 30Jun2025
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BLUF: Iran Ceasefire Still Tenuous / Russia Pushing Hard in Ukraine / Canada Rescinds Digital Tax to Negotiate With US / Gunman Ambushes Firefighters in Idaho, 2 Killed / Sen. Tillis Says Won't Seek Reelection / 'Alligator Alcatraz' to Open This Week / Lawsuits Pile Up on MSTR / IMF Leverages Against Bitcoin / China to Push Gold-Backed Yuan at BRICS Summit / USD Under Fire / Korea Pauses CBDC in Favor of Stablecoins / Blackrock BTC ETF Leads The Pack / Bhutan 'All in' on Bitcoin / Police Opening Bitcoin ATMs Create Another Victim / Public Grows Weary of Centralized AI / BTC Miner Revenues Down
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,693, 32.85 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $108,798 / Lo: $107,318
Volume: $37B (Up 22%)
Mkt Cap: $2.14T (Up .8%)
HashRate: 853 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 55%)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Iran Has 'Serious Doubts' If Israel Will Honor Ceasefire Agreement: Iran appealed to the UN Security Council on Sunday, calling upon the body to recognize Israel and the United States as the aggressors in the recent 12-day war. Furthermore, Iran is refusing to concede its nuclear program. (IBTimes)
2. Russia has amassed 110,000 troops near strategic Ukrainian city, Kyiv says: Russia has amassed 110,000 troops in the vicinity of Pokrovsk as part of its efforts to take over the strategic eastern Ukrainian city, the Ukrainian military chief said Friday. Kyiv and its allies accuse Putin of stalling on peace efforts so that his forces can seize more Ukrainian territory. Although not a major city, Pokrovsk sits on a key supply road and railroad that connect it with other military hubs in the area. (CNN)
3. Canada rescinds digital services tax to advance stalled US trade talks: The tax imposed a 3% charge on digital revenues generated in Canada that surpassed $20 million, targeting companies with global earnings above $1.1 billion, which led U.S. President Trump to halt trade discussions. With Canada withdrawing the tax, both countries expect stalled trade talks to progress and reduce economic conflict affecting technology and other sectors. (GroundNews)
-US Events-
1. Suspected gunman found dead after fatal shooting of Idaho firefighters: Two firefighters were shot and killed as they responded to a brush fire near Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, authorities said. One other wounded firefighter was out of surgery and stable at a Coeur d'Alene hospital late Sunday. The fire appeared to have been set as part of an "ambush," and sheriff’s deputies took active sniper fire, Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris said. (NBC)
2. Sen. Thom Tillis says he won’t seek re-election after opposing Trump megabill: “As many of my colleagues have noticed over the last year, and at times even joked about, I haven’t exactly been excited about running for another term,” Tillis said in a statement. (CNBC)
3. Trump to Attend Opening of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ in Florida this Week: The facility will reportedly hold migrants arrested in Florida and migrants transferred by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. The president plans to join Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem at the opening on Tuesday. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Copycat Lawsuits for Bitcoin Giant Strategy: There are at least five different law firms that have filed copycat class action lawsuits against Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy). Law professors spelled out the motivation pretty plainly: “The fees can be very lucrative,” (Decrypt)
2. How The IMF Prevents Global Bitcoin Adoption (And Why They Do It): The only nations that were able to resist IMF pressure were El Salvador, prior to gaining an IMF loan, and Bhutan which does not have an IMF loan. Each country with an IMF loan who has adopted, or attempted to adopt Bitcoin at a nation-state level has been successfully thwarted, or largely thwarted by the IMF. The IMF fought Bitcoin adoption in El Salvador, CAR, and Argentina. Now they are fighting Pakistan’s intention to mine Bitcoin as a Nation State. Yet, at the grassroots level, Bitcoin undermines the IMF’s “crisis leverage” and increases resilience. Thriving communities don’t need bailouts, so the IMF can’t demand privatization in exchange for loans. (BitcoinMag) (AC-A very good article researched and written by Danial Batten at BPI.)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. China Builds Global Gold-Vault Network: July’s BRICS Summit will quietly advance China’s gold-linked yuan settlement system, expanding beyond trade rhetoric to structural change. China aims to internationalize the yuan by offering implicit gold convertibility—especially to oil exporters—anchoring trust without formal backing. This new settlement architecture positions the yuan as a credible challenger to the dollar in global trade. (ZeroHedge) (AC-The BRICS Summit will occur July 6-8 in Brasil.)
2. US Dollar Faces Historic Stress Test as BIS Issues Dire Warning on Global Fragility: “Trade policy changes have been accompanied by the prospect of an ambitious fiscal expansion, questioning of central bank independence, discussions about penalizing foreign holders of US securities and challenges to the legal system, among others. The repeated cycle of announcements, adjustments and reversals has fostered an atmosphere of uncertainty and unpredictability,” BIS General Manager Agustín Carstens said. (BitcoinCom)
3. Bank of Korea pauses CBDC project as local stablecoin adoption picks up speed: South Korea's central bank has decided to temporarily pause its CBDC project as local currency-based stablecoins gain momentum under endorsement by the country's president. (TheBlock)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock’s IBIT hits $70B | 651,284 BTC AUM faster than any US ETF: “Dominance for all other ETFs in terms of total AUM has been in constant decline, initially dominated by GTBTC outflows, but more recently due to a clear preference for IBIT by investors.” (CryptoSlate)
2. Bhutan Bets on Binance Pay to Power Crypto-Backed Tourism Economy: Bhutan is going full tilt on crypto — not just to modernize its financial rails, but to attract high-value global travelers and build a digitally resilient economy. “This is the first national crypto payments system,” Teng said. “The average crypto tourist spends $1,000 | 930,406 sats — nearly three times a regular tourist — and merchants receive instant settlements,” he added. (CoinDesk)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Remains Under Pressure: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note hovered around 4.28% on Monday, remaining under pressure as investors awaited this week’s key employment data, which could reveal signs of labor market softness and strengthen the case for a Federal Reserve rate cut. (TradingEconomics)
2. Dollar Holds Near 3-Year Lows: The US dollar index hovered around 97.2 on Monday, lingering at its lowest level since February 2022. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. 'Rogue' Police Are Destroying Bitcoin ATMs: Bitcoin Depot Legal Chief: U.S. law enforcement officials using brute force to seize cash from Bitcoin ATMs are overstepping their authority and may be violating the law, Bitcoin Depot CLO Chris Ryan said. “You’ve got these rogue law enforcement officers thinking that they’re doing the right things by these consumers,” Ryan said. “What they’re actually doing is creating another victim, which is us, with the damage of our property and seizing of our funds.” (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. Declining public trust in AI is a national-security problem: Americans’ trust in artificial intelligence is declining even as global advances in the field accelerate. That points to a potential national-security problem: lawmakers across partisan lines, industry leaders, think tanks, and others have warned that falling behind China on AI would put the United States at a disadvantage. Negative public sentiment could undermine congressional and financial support for research and development in the field. If building public trust in AI is critical for national security and U.S. competitiveness, how do you do it? One idea: give users more control. (DefenseOne) (AC-The between-the-lines interpretation is that people are losing trust in centralized AI companies and would respond better to decentralized and privacy-focused LLMs.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Daily Mining Revenue Falls to 2-Month Low: Daily mining revenue for Bitcoin hit a low of $34 million | 316 BTC on June 22, with hashrate dropping 3.5% since June 16, the most significant decline since July 2024. Despite this, miner capitulation has not occurred, with wallets holding steady and reserves growing. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 66/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 902,934
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 27Jun2025
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BLUF: Iran Nuke Damage Inconclusive / Japan Hangs Serial Killer / CCP Using Lawfare to Slow US Energy / New CDC Vaccine Panel Making Recommendations / SCOTUS To Reveal Big Decisions Today / Barclays's Bans Crypto Purchases With Credit Card / US Dollar Index Biggest Decline Since 1973 / BTC ETFs Continue Inflow Streak / Trump's WorldFi Gets Boost From UAE / Coinbase Hints At SBR / Stocks Boom / US House Bans WhatsApp For Members / CyberCom Gets New Head / Blue Screen of Death Departs After 40 Years / What's in Store for the Mideast?
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,000, 32.63 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,973 / Lo: $106,519
Volume: $43B (Down 12%)
Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Even)
HashRate: 815 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Up 300%)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Iran's Nuclear Sites Damage: Former President Trump has escalated his pushback against Pentagon assessments regarding the damage to Iran's nuclear sites, labeling reports as "fake news" and defending the B-2 pilots involved in the strikes. (ABC) (AC-Trump continues to challenge, in public, assessments of US intelligence, indicating a loss of trust in the institutions.)
2. Japan hangs 'Twitter killer' in first execution since 2022: Takahiro Shiraishi had been sentenced to death for his 2017 strangling and dismembering of eight women and one man in his apartment in Zama city in Kanagawa near Tokyo. He was dubbed the "Twitter killer" as he contacted victims via the social media platform. Capital punishment is carried out by hanging in Japan. (Reuters)
3. CCP Climate Lawfare Against U.S. Energy Exposed Before Senate Judiciary Committee: The hearing, titled “Enter the Dragon—China and the Left’s Lawfare Against American Energy Dominance,” was held by the Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action and Federal Rights, dug deep into how China has funded the push for progressive courts and to weaken American energy production, following a bombshell State Armor report exposing Energy Foundation China’s (EFC) ties to the CCP. (Breitbart)
-US Events-
1. RFK Jr.’s CDC vaccine panel backs Merck RSV shot for infants: The CDC's newly installed Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted 5-2 to recommend Merck's newly approved RSV antibody shot, clesrovimab, for infant protection in the Vaccines for Children Program. (GroundNews) (AC-With the complete change to the board, every new decision may be controversial.)
2. Supreme Court tees up blockbuster final day of term: The Supreme Court will hand down its final decisions of the term on Friday, and will hand down six opinions in some of the biggest cases of the year, including those dealing with Trump’s birthright citizenship order, a challenge from religious parents who want to opt their children out of reading LGBTQ books in school and a First Amendment suit over a Texas law that requires people to verify their age before accessing porn online. (CNN)
3. Trump administration plans to deport Abrego Garcia to 3rd country, prosecutors say: A day after the judge in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's human smuggling case outlined the conditions of his potential release on bail, his attorneys filed an emergency motion Thursday seeking to have him returned to Maryland as he awaits trial. But a government attorney told U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis that, should Abrego Garcia be released on bond, the administration will seek to deport him to a country other than his native El Salvador. (ABC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Barclays to ban crypto transactions on credit cards from Friday: United Kingdom-based bank Barclays will begin blocking crypto transactions made through its Barclaycard credit cards starting Friday, citing risks associated with cryptocurrency volatility. “We’re doing this because a fall in the price of crypto assets could lead to customers finding themselves in debt they can’t afford to repay,” said Barclays. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-Why do customers accept this?)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Dollar's Dramatic Drop Signals Investor Caution As Fed Speculation Grows: The U.S. dollar is facing its sharpest first-half drop in over five decades, as markets absorb mounting uncertainty around future Federal Reserve actions and growing political interference. The dollar index has declined more than 10% since January—its worst performance for a first half of the year since 1973. (IBTimes)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs Record 13-Day Winning Streak: Bitcoin ETFs have seen a record-breaking streak of inflows, bringing in over $2.9 billion | 27,000 BTC in 13 consecutive trading days. (Decrypt)
2. President Trump's Crypto Project Just Got $100 Million From a UAE Fund: Aqua 1 Foundation invested $100 million | 931 BTC in World Liberty Financial's WLFI tokens to advance a blockchain financial ecosystem merging traditional and decentralized finance. The project, backed by President Trump, aims to create an institutional-grade marketplace for traditional assets. (Decrypt)
3. Coinbase hints at Bitcoin treasury as COIN stock reaches new heights: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has revealed that the exchange is steadily acquiring Bitcoin weekly, signaling what many believe could be the early stages of a treasury-building effort. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Rally to New Highs: US stocks surged on Thursday, with the S&P 500 reaching all-time high and Nasdaq 100 topping its previous session's record closes, driven by easing geopolitical tensions, strong tech performance, and rising hopes for interest rate cuts. The S&P 500 rose 0.8%, while the Nasdaq added 1% and the Dow advanced 390 points. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. U.S. House Bans WhatsApp Over Data Security Concerns: The U.S. House of Representatives has officially banned the use of WhatsApp on all government-issued devices, citing serious cybersecurity concerns. WhatsApp poses a “high-risk to users due to the lack of transparency in how it protects user data, absence of stored data encryption, and potential security risks involved with its use.” Recommended apps included Microsoft Teams, Amazon’s Wickr, Apple’s iMessage and Facetime, and Signal. (ZeroHedge)
2. NSA’s Patrick Ware takes over as top civilian at U.S. Cyber Command: Patrick Ware, a senior executive at the National Security Agency, has been named the new top civilian leader at U.S. Cyber Command. (TheRecord)
-Technology and Science-
1. Microsoft Windows Removes the 'Blue Screen of Death' Error Message After 40 Years: It was revealed that this change is part of the Windows Resiliency Initiative, which focuses on increasing "resiliency and security" in Windows systems, offering a "simplified UI for unexpected restarts." (TechTimes) (AC-It's telling how long it took a leading tech firm to focus on OS resilience.)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 65/100 (Down 9 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Forecast Friday: Since Iranian tensions seem to be winding down, lets look at the possibilities of geopolitical structures in the Middle East for the next few years. How will Israel's efforts at enemy proxy defeats, Iran's wounding and US deal-making 'remake' the middle east? Over the next few years, these recent events could reshape the Middle East into a more fragmented yet cautiously cooperative region. Israel’s strengthened position, bolstered by US and UK support, may deter direct challenges, enabling it to consolidate regional influence, particularly through normalized ties with Gulf states. Iran, wounded by proxy losses and economic pressures, is likely to pursue pragmatic diplomacy to avoid further isolation, potentially reviving nuclear talks or securing concessions in Yemen. The US’s deal-making approach could foster temporary alignments, like Saudi-Iran détente or progress on Palestinian governance, but unresolved issues—such as Syria’s power vacuum, climate-driven resource scarcity, and lingering Palestinian tensions—risk localized conflicts. This dynamic suggests a Middle East balancing cautious stabilization with persistent volatility, as Gulf states hedge via China and Russia, while the US selectively engages to counterbalance Iran’s influence.
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 902,808
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 26Jun2025
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BLUF: Iran Invincibility Shattered / NATO Agrees on 5% GDP Spend on Defense / Russia Drone Plant Explodes / US Military Zones Increase on Border / Celebrities Celebrate Socialist Candidate for NYC Mayor / New US Vaccine Board Meets / IRS Reminds of Crypto Tax Obligations / Crypto Approved as Mortgage Backing in US, but.. / India Spokesman Pushed Bitcoin Reserve / Bitcoin Treasury Companies Skate Regulations Well / Trump Aims for New Fed Chairman / Court Rules AI Can Use Published Works / Bitcoin Miner Drops BTC, Goes ETH /
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,355, 32.21 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $108,305 / Lo: $106,817
Volume: $51B (Up 10%)
Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Even)
HashRate: 818 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. The myth of Iran’s invincibility has been shattered, and the fallout could be far-reaching: For over three decades, Iran built a web of proxy networks to push its battles far beyond its borders – keeping enemies at bay, as Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tightened his grip on power. Direct strikes on Iran remained inconceivable. That image of invincibility crumbled in the space of hours on June 13, when Israel launched a surprise, unprecedented attack deep inside Iran, shattering Tehran’s sense of security and unraveling its carefully cultivated aura of strength. (CNN) (AC-Definitely an interpretive article, one designed to influence populations at a key moment in time and a skilled application of 5GW made stronger by the truths put forth.)
2. NATO allies agree to higher 5% defense spending target: The agreement outlines 3.5% of GDP for core defense like troops and weapons, and 1.5% for broader security investments including infrastructure. Trump shared a private message from NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in which Rutte praised Trump for accomplishing a feat that no U.S. president had managed in many years. While most allies support the spending increase, Spain rejected the 5% target, pledging only 2.1%. (GroundNews)
3. Explosions Rock Russian Drone Plant in Taganrog – Ukraine Claims Direct Strike: Ukrainian officials said an explosion struck the Atlant-Aero plant, describing it as a vital hub of Russia’s military-industrial complex. “This plant produces critical components for combat drones, including Orion drones, as well as electronic warfare systems and digital control technologies for FPV strike drones and loitering munitions,” Kovalenko stated. (KyivPost)
-US Events-
1. US military expected to announce two new zones where service members can detain migrants on southern border: The Texas National Defense Area covers about 250 miles of the Rio Grande near Joint Base San Antonio, while the Arizona zone spans over 100 miles near Marine Corps Air Station Yuma. Approximately 11,900 troops are deployed on the border, but only four detentions under these zones have been reported so far. Critics say the zones sidestep the Posse Comitatus Act by enabling military detention without invoking the Insurrection Act. (GoundNews) (AC-'Dangerous ground'- in more ways than one.)
2. Hollywood Celebrities Rejoice for Socialist Democrat Leader Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Primary Victory: ‘A New Hope’: Hollywood celebrities are taking a victory lap after Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani declared victory Tuesday night in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary race. Indeed, the 33 year-old socialist may have an uphill battle to when in November’s general election. (Breitbart)
3. RFK Jr's vaccine panel to review long-approved jabs for children: The seven members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (Acip) met for the first time on Wednesday, weeks after Kennedy ousted all 17 of their predecessors. (BBC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto Tax Crackdown Looms as IRS Warning Letters Surge: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has significantly increased the number of warning letters sent to crypto investors, causing anxiety among users. This uptick is seen as a precursor to a broader enforcement initiative, especially with new 1099-DA regulations set to take effect next year. (BitcoinCom)
2. US Housing Chief Orders Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to Prepare for Crypto Assessment in Mortgages: The directive, announced on X by FHFA Director William Pulte, marks the first major move to incorporate digital assets into the federal mortgage system. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now tasked with determining how crypto can be treated as a qualifying asset. Others criticized a stipulation requiring crypto assets to be held on centralized exchanges, not self-custody wallets. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. India’s Ruling Party Spokesperson Suggests Bitcoin Reserve as US FOMO Sparks BTC Race: "India stands at a pivotal juncture. A measured Bitcoin strategy—perhaps a reserve pilot—could strengthen economic resilience and project modernity. As the US advances and nations like Bhutan adapt, India has a unique opportunity to lead", BJP voice Pradeep Bhandari said this week. (CoinGape)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin Treasury Companies Strategically Use Jurisdictional Laws, Tax Regimes for Capital Optimization: Bitcoin treasury companies like Metaplanet in Japan, The Blockchain Group in France, H100 Group in Sweden, The Smarter Web Company in the UK, Strategy in the US, LQWD Technologies in Canada, and Méliuz in Brazil strategically utilize different jurisdictions' laws and tax regimes to structure their balance sheets around Bitcoin. Each country offers unique advantages for capital raising and growth through Bitcoin. (Decrypt)
2. Bitcoin ETFs' 12-day net inflow streak nears $4 billion | 37,296 BTC as BTC gains amid dollar slump. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Trump Eyes Powell's Successor as Fed Chair Term Ends Next Year: President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has “three or four” candidates in mind to potentially replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends on May 15, 2026. Though he did not confirm interviews, Trump refrained from naming specific candidates. However, reports identify Kevin Warsh, Kevin Hassett, Christopher Waller, and Scott Bessent as leading contenders. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
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-Technology and Science-
1. Meta wins AI copyright lawsuit as US judge rules against authors: Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta has won the backing of a judge in a copyright lawsuit brought by a group of authors, in the second legal victory for the US artificial intelligence industry this week. The US district judge Vince Chhabria, in San Francisco, said in his decision on the Meta case that the authors had not presented enough evidence that the technology company’s AI would dilute the market for their work to show that its conduct was illegal under US copyright law. (TheGuardian)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Miner Bit Digital Is Pivoting to Ethereum Staking: Bit Digital is transitioning to focus solely on Ethereum, with plans to convert its remaining Bitcoin holdings into ETH. To fund this shift, the company is selling off its Bitcoin mining operations and reinvesting the proceeds in Ethereum. (Decrypt) (AC- An interesting shift, one that should raise curiosity.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 74/100 (Up 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Regulations that stipulates that crypto (or Bitcoin) must be held on a third party exchange to be used for mortgages, for example, are following the centralization pattern of economic power. With the US Housing Authority taking this route, it will have a big impact on the understanding of individual sovereignty with respect to Bitcoin, again leading US citizens down a path of delegated decision-making and less individual freedoms (and responsibility). The result will again be less held wealth by a decentralized population.
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BLUF: NATO Summit Opens / Iran-Israel Ceasefire Holds For Now / Iran Expresses 'Regrets' to Qatar / L.A. Vice Mayer Calls to Gangs to Organize Against ICE / Muslim, Socialist Wins NY Mayoral Primary / 'Alligator Alcatraz' Begins Construction in the Everglades / Japan Bill to Drop Bitcoin Cap Gains and Allow ETFs / Arizona Passes Seized Crypto Treasury Bill / Ohio Bill Introed To Clear Crypto Cap Gains and Establish Reserve / Citizen Raises 'Private Central Bank' Issue to US Lawmakers / Bitcoin Price Primarily Driven by ETF Flows, Not Corporate Buying / Coinbase Helps FBI in Pig Butchering Scams / Astronauts Head to ISS / Tee Up the Corporate Bitcoin SOV vs. Individual P2P Battle
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,183, 32.22 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,206 / Lo: $104,886
Volume: $46B (Down 32%)
Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 802 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 66%)
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-International Events-
1. NATO summit opens amid discord over defence spending and Ukraine: The event followed ongoing pressure for members to increase defence budgets to a new 5% of GDP target. Several countries, including Spain, rejected the 5% target as unreasonable, while others like Britain, France, and Germany committed to the goal, and NATO reported nine members still under the previous 2% benchmark. (GroundNews)
2. Trump Says Iran-Israel Truce Holds After Berating Both Countries: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was holding, shortly after he lashed out at both countries and cursed as he accused them of violating the truce. The US leader had said the truce would be a phased 24-hour process beginning at around 0400 GMT Tuesday, with Iran unilaterally halting all operations first. He said Israel would follow suit 12 hours later. (IBTimes)
3. Iran’s Pezeshkian expresses ‘regret’ to the emir of Qatar: Iranian president says neither Qatar nor its people were targets of attack on US base in the gas-rich Gulf nation. Iran launched 19 missiles at the US base, which is the largest in the Middle East, with Qatari defence forces intercepting 18 of them, according to officials from the Ministry of Interior. (AlJazeera)
-US Events-
1. L.A. Official Calls For Mexican Gangs To Mobilize Against ICE Agents: Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez is under investigation for urging 18th Street and Florencia 13 gang members to defend their territory against ICE, reportedly telling gang leaders to "get your f***ing members in order." (ZeroHedge)
2. Zohran Mamdani wins New York City's Democratic mayoral primary in shock result - defeating Andrew Cuomo: A self-described socialist has won New York City's Democratic mayoral primary. Slickly produced social media videos set out his vision of free buses, free childcare, new apartments and a higher minimum wage - paid for by new taxes on the rich. If elected when voters head to the polls in November, he would be the city's first Muslim and Indian mayor. (SkyNews)
3. Alligator Alcatraz': Trump green-lights migrant detention facility guarded by gators: The Trump administration is funding a project in Florida that seeks to turn an airfield in the Everglades – surrounded by swamp water and alligators – into a massive migrant detention facility. (WND)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Japan Considers Bitcoin ETFs and Flat Tax in Crypto Regulation Overhaul: If approved, this could open the door for Bitcoin ETFs in Japan. The change may also introduce a flat 20% tax on crypto gains, replacing the current progressive tax rate of up to 55%. (Blockonomi)
2. Arizona House Passes Reserve Bill for Seized Crypto, Heads to Governor's Desk: Arizona's House of Representatives approved House Bill 2324, creating a framework for a "Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund" funded by seized digital assets. The legislation amends forfeiture laws to cover digital assets like Bitcoin and establishes protocols for seizure and sale. (Decrypt)
3. Ohio Proposes Bills to Exempt Crypto Owners From Taxes, Establish Bitcoin Reserve: House Bill 116 and House Bill 18 in Ohio aim to exempt crypto owners from minor tax burdens and establish a state Bitcoin reserve, respectively. Rep. Steve Demetriou is optimistic about advancing digital asset legislation and positioning Ohio as a leader in digital finance. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. “Private Central Banks?” — Surprise Stablecoin Challenge Interrupts Senate Hearing: What began as a routine Senate hearing on bipartisan crypto legislation ended with an unscripted, and highly unusual, exchange that left attendees visibly stunned. After the hearing was all but over, a man who identified himself as Troy Reed stood up and asked Senator Cynthia Lummis, who was overseeing the hearing, permission to pose questions to the panel. Reed was likely worried that the new legislation backing privately-issued stablecoins could formalize a system where private entities are capable of creating their own monetary system, potentially undermining the role of the Central Bank over “money” itself. (BitcoinSensus) (AC- Great that a normal citizen raises the issue of currency central control to the lawmakers, at once threatening power of economic control currently held by the State and increasing understanding of what that central control means to economic freedoms. It's a clear delineation, hopefully emphasized to the lawmakers, between the decentralization of economic power (Bitcoin) and centralized economic powers.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Analyst explains why ETF flows continue to drive bitcoin's price — while treasury companies have muted impact: Recent data shows bitcoin's price remains closely tied to ETF flows, with a strong R² of 0.80, explaining around 80% of the variance in 30-day BTC returns. Meanwhile, over 50 new treasury initiatives have launched in the past three months alone, with many of them acquiring bitcoin through in-kind share swaps with large holders. These in-kind swapping structures generate little to no net market demand for bitcoin. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Holds at 7-Week Low: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note hovered around 4.3% on Wednesday, holding near a seven-week low as investors weighed the outlook for Federal Reserve policy. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Extend Gains: US stocks were higher on Tuesday as the apparent de-escalation between Israel and Iran magnified the support that uninterrupted oil trade through the Persian Gulf had on US equities. The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones were around 0.8% higher, while the Nasdaq 100 was 1% higher to approach its record high from February. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Coinbase Reveals Role in US Secret Service Seizure of $225 Million in Stolen Crypto: Coinbase collaborated with the USSS to analyze onchain transactions and identify over 130 customers who were unknowingly defrauded, amounting to $2.3 million in losses. The USSS has initiated a public campaign to return the seized funds to victims, who can submit claims through the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center. (BitcoinCom)
-Technology and Science-
1. Four astronauts launch to the space station as NASA grapples with strange twist in leak issue: For years, air has been slowly leaking out of a Russia-controlled module that typically remains sealed off from the rest of the space station. Essentially, space station operators are worried that the entire station is beginning to lose air. (CNN)
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 66/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): With over 50 new Bitcoin treasuries launched in the last 3 months alone, it is becoming redundant to report on all of them. The corporate 'adoption' of Bitcoin as a treasury is in full swing and the phenomena is shifting the initial purposes of Bitcoin from Satoshi's P2P currency network to one of corporate store of value. This may have significant effects on individual holders and users of Bitcoin, and could lead to friction between the corporate holders and individuals in the near future. The same could also be said of governments storing Bitcoin.
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BLUF: Iranian Intel Chief Killed / Tel Aviv Struck Hard With Missiles / US Watching, Waiting, Preparing / Minnesota Lawmaker Assassin Captured / Trump Made a Lot From Crypto / Bystander Shot and Killed at 'No Kings' Rally in Utah / Vietnam Legalizes Crypto, Also Joins BRICS / Pakistan Pumps Saylor for Bitcoin Strategy / Metaplant Hits 10,000 BTC / Another Bitcoin Wrench Attack in France / CyberAttacks Hit NC, GA /
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $106,714, 31.25 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,251 / Lo: $104,519
Volume: $43B (Up 24%)
Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 928 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even)
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-International Events-
1. Israel Kills Iranian Intelligence Chief and Deputy; ‘Wide-Scale’ Strikes: The Times of Israel reported: “Iranian state media officially confirms that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ intelligence chief, Brig. Gen. Mohammad Kazemi and his deputy Hassan Mohaqiq were killed in an Israeli strike today.”The fact that Israel was able to locate and to eliminate the highest officials in Iran’s intelligence hierarchy suggests an unprecedented depth of intelligence penetration; the entire regime may be compromised. (Breitbart)
2. Iran Hits Tel Aviv After Overnight Israeli Strikes On Tehran: Israel's Magen David Adom emergency service said five people had been killed and 92 wounded following the latest Iranian attack. Iranian strikes since Friday have killed more than a dozen people in Israel. (IBTimes)
3. After Saturday reports widely said that Israel requested direct US military assistance in attacking Iranian nuclear sites, President Trump began to change the White House tune a little, as he now says it's 'possible' the US 'could get involved' in the Israel-Iran conflict. He told ABC's Rachel Scott that "it's possible we could get involved" - however he emphasized that the US military is "not at this moment involved" in the conflict. (ZerohHedge)
-US Events-
1. Suspect Vance Boelter apprehended in Minnesota lawmakers shooting case: Authorities have apprehended Vance Luther Boelter, who is suspected of killing Minnesota Democratic state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. Boelter also allegedly shot Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, who both survived. Boelter was taken into custody in a wooded area of Sibley County, and he was armed at the time of his arrest. (CNBC)
2. Trump 2024 Financial Disclosure Reveals Over $600 Million Income From Crypto, Resorts and Royalties: Donald Trump earned $57.3 million from World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform he co-founded with his sons in September 2024. The venture, which holds 22.5 billion WLFI tokens, has become his largest single source of income, surpassing his golf resort earnings. (GroundNews)
3. Protester shot and killed at ‘No Kings’ rally in Utah: A man who was believed to be part of a peacekeeping team for the “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City shot at a person who was brandishing a rifle at demonstrators, striking both the rifleman and a bystander who later died at the hospital, authorities said Sunday. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Vietnam Passes New Law to Legalize Digital Assets, Offer Incentives for Tech Industry Growth: Vietnam's National Assembly approved legislation legalizing digital assets and providing incentives for semiconductor manufacturing, AI development, and tech startups. (Decrypt)
2. France eyes Bitcoin mining to cut energy waste and boost grid stability: The proposal, submitted to the French National Assembly on June 12, urges the government to examine whether Bitcoin’s energy-intensive mining process could be harnessed to absorb excess power, especially from the nuclear plants that generate the bulk of France’s electricity. (CryptoSlate)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Vietnam Joins BRICS as 10th Partner in Push for Stronger Global South Ties: Supporters of BRICS’ expansion argue that Vietnam’s inclusion adds significant economic weight and innovation capacity to the bloc. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Vietnam is a significant trading partner and one that was leaning toward US policies until strong Chinese influences seem to have brought it more in alignment with China. Yet by legalizing digital assets, it seems to be walking a middle path.)
2. Pakistan Taps Michael Saylor To Shape Sovereign Bitcoin Policy: On Sunday, June 15, entrepreneur-turned-Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor held a video meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Minister of State for Blockchain and Crypto Bilal Bin Saqib to explore how the world’s oldest cryptocurrency could sit inside the country’s sovereign reserves. (Bitcoinist) (AC-Pakistan's continued push for Bitcoin understanding and support is impressive.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Metaplanet Hits Its 10,000 BTC 2025 Target, Approves Record Bond Issuance: Metaplanet acquired 1,112 BTC for $117.2 million, reaching its 10,000 BTC target. The company approved a $210 million bond issuance to EVO Fund, with proceeds allocated to Bitcoin purchases. Metaplanet aims to accumulate 210,000 BTC by 2027. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Consumer Sentiment Rebounds in June: The University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment index for the US rose to 60.5 in June 2025, up from a near-record low of 52.2 in both May and April, and well above market expectations of 53.5, according to preliminary estimates. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Kidnappers Release TikTok Crypto Influencer After Finding Out He’s Broke: Over the weekend, a 26-year-old TikTok crypto influencer was kidnapped and beaten by four men in Essonne, France, who later demanded a ransom paid in crypto. he was released by the kidnappers after they checked his wallet balance and found out he was broke: he didn't have the $58,000 (€50,000) they were demanding. (Decrypt)
2. Government offices in North Carolina, Georgia disrupted by cyberattacks: A city in North Carolina and a district attorney’s office covering four counties in Georgia are both dealing with operational issues related to recent cyberattacks. Thomasville is about 30 minutes south of Winston-Salem, which had its own city systems knocked offline by a cyberattack in January. About three hours south in Georgia, the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office warned the counties it governs about phone and internet outages impacting its work. (TheRecord)
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 61/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): The Israel-Iran conflict is taking center stage in world news. Rightfully so. Israel and the Jewish people are probably the most polarizing issue of the last 2,500 years.
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BLUF: Air India Dreamliner Crashes / IAEA Says Iran Not Complying on Nuclear / US Withdraws Some Diplomats, Families From Mideast Regions / Hamas Attacks, Kills Gaza Aid Workers / US Judge Says Foreign Columbia Student Must Be Released / ICE Riots Continue, Expand / GENIUS Stablecoin Act Passes Senate / Brazil Floats Bitcoin Mining Ban, Tax Transactions / Meta Stablecoin Ambition Draws Senators Attention / WorldCoin Project Teams With USDC / Gamestop Raises $1.75B For More BTC Presumably / Bank of America Explores Own Stablecoin / CPI Less Than Expected / Interpol Still Conducting Mass Surveillance / ChatGPT Questions Uses Watts and Water
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $106,984, 31.64 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $110,384 / Lo: $106,981
Volume: $54B (Up 5%)
Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Down 2%)
HashRate: 929 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 66%)
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-International Events-
1. Air India flight to London crashes after take-off with over 240 people on board: The Boeing 787 aircraft took off from Ahmedabad airport at 1.39pm local time (8.09am BST), India’s civil aviation authority confirmed, but crashed just minutes later into a residential area. (IndependentUK)
2. UN nuclear watchdog board finds Iran not complying with nuclear obligations: A key issue cited is Iran’s failure to provide the IAEA with credible explanations of how uranium traces detected at undeclared sites in Iran came to be there, despite the agency having investigated the issue for years. Iran‘s Foreign Ministry and the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) announced in a joint statement that the country will build a new uranium enrichment facility “in a secure location”, adding that “other measures… will be announced later”. (ALJazeera)
3. US withdraws some diplomats and military families from Middle East amid Iran tensions: It’s not clear what is causing the sudden change in posture, but a defense official said US Central Command is monitoring “developing tension in the Middle East.” The State Department is also preparing to order the departure of non-essential personnel from the US embassies in Iraq, Bahrain and Kuwait due to increased security risks in the region, according to a separate US official and another source familiar with the matter. (CNN)
4. Hamas Attacks Bus of Workers from American Aid Group in Gaza; 5 Deaths; Hostages Possible: The Palestinian terrorist group Hamas attacked a bus full of aid workers with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) on Wednesday, killing at least five local Palestinians who worked with the group. (Breitbart)
-US Events-
1. Federal judge sides with anti-Israel ringleader Mahmoud Khalil, halts Trump administration's deportation bid: U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz on Wednesday granted a preliminary injunction preventing the government from detaining or removing Khalil, 30. "The government cannot claim an interest in enforcing what appears to be an unconstitutional law," Farbiarz wrote, adding that the threat to free speech raised serious First Amendment concerns. (Fox)
2. Dozens taken into custody on 2nd night of DTLA curfew as new protests pop up: A hearing is set for Thursday over Gov. Gavin Newsom's request to stop troops from coming to California amid anti-ICE protests after President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of roughly 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines to L.A. (KABC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. U.S. Senate Votes 68–30 to Advance GENIUS Act Amid Warren’s Criticism: U.S. Senate votes 68–30 to advance GENIUS Act amid Warren’s criticism, as amendments are blocked and stablecoin concerns take center stage. She calls to block the bill, calling it a “national security threat” and “Trump’s corruption mechanism via stablecoins.” (BitcoinSensus)
2. Brazilian Party Proposes Bill to Restrict Bitcoin Mining and Tax Trading Activities: A new bill introduced by a deputy from President Lula’s political party proposes to allow only licensed entities to mine bitcoin in Brazil. The draft restricts cryptocurrency trading to licensed traders and establishes a daily tax on these activities. (BitcoinCom)
3. US Senators Raise Alarms Over Meta's Stablecoin Ambitions: Senators Warren and Blumenthal expressed concerns about Meta's stablecoin plans, warning of threats to competition and financial privacy. They highlighted the potential for Meta to consolidate economic power and control the U.S. money supply through stablecoins integrated into its platforms. (Decrypt) (AC-Meta may not have the best intentions, but is it up to the government or the marketplace to decide on usage?)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Biometric Crypto ID Project World Adds Native Support for USDC Stablecoin: Circle has announced the launch of its USDC stablecoin and Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) V2 on World Chain. This development allows the nearly two million users who previously held bridged USDC in their World App wallets to upgrade to native USDC issued directly by Circle, ensuring that their holdings are now fully backed by liquid cash and cash-equivalent assets. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Keep an eye on this surveillance, controlling project)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. GameStop files for $1.75 billion offering as bitcoin treasury takes hold: GameStop announced Wednesday it will offer $1.75 billion of 0.0% convertible senior notes, seemingly in a bid to raise money for potential bitcoin purchases. (TheBlock)
2. Bank of America eyes dollar-pegged stablecoin amid Senate fast-tracking GENIUS Act: Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan confirmed the lender plans to issue a dollar-pegged stablecoin and is working on an internal build conducted alongside other industry participants. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Inflation Rate Rises Less than Expected: The annual inflation rate in the US rose for the first time in four months to 2.4% in May 2025 from April’s 2.3%, the lowest since 2021, but came in below expectations of 2.5%. (TradingEconomics)
2. Wall Street Pulls Back on Tentative US-China Deal: US stocks ended lower on Wednesday as investors took a breather from the recent rally, despite encouraging inflation data and a tentative US-China trade agreement. The S&P 500 slipped 0.3% to snap 3-day win streak, the Nasdaq lost 0.5%, and the Dow finished flat. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Dozens arrested across Asia in global infostealer malware crackdown: A global law enforcement crackdown on information-stealing malware led to the arrest of 32 suspects and the dismantling of more than 20,000 malicious IP addresses and domains linked to cybercrime. The operation, which ran from January to April, led to the arrest of 18 suspects in Vietnam who were allegedly involved in illegal cyber activities. (TheRecord) (AC-As more stories of globalized LE crackdowns happen, it becomes more obvious that mass surveillance of digital data is becoming entrenched.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Every ChatGPT Question Comes at a Cost: Enough Power for a Lightbulb and a Teaspoon of Water: In a recent blog post, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed that an average ChatGPT query uses the energy equivalent of high-efficiency lightbulb would use in a couple of minutes and 0.000085 gallons of water, which he described as 'roughly one-fifteenth of a teaspoon.' (IBTimes)
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 71/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, coupled with Israel’s recent strike on Hodeida, could drive commodity, financial and Bitcoin volatility. Iran’s threats to disrupt Persian Gulf shipping may spike also oil prices, impacting global markets and reinforcing Bitcoin’s appeal as a decentralized asset.
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BLUF: Ukraine's Drone Attack Shocks World / Russia-Ukraine Talks Fall Flat / ICE Nabs 1,500 Illegal Aliens / GOP Fiscal Bill Heads to Senate / Aussies Limit BTC ATM Amounts / Texas Lawmaker Discloses BTC Holding a Bit Too Late / Russian Bank Issues Bitcoin Bonds / Robinhood Buys Crypto Exchange / Coinbase Knew About Breach Months Ago, Faces Lawsuits / 21 Capital Stocking Up on BTC / Markets Steady / Meta Signs Nuke Deal to Power AI / AI to Quickly Surpass Bitcoin in Power Draw
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $105,308 31.35 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $106,543 / Lo: $103,727
Volume: $44B (Up 6%)
Mkt Cap: $2.09T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 926 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 50%)
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-International Events-
1. How Ukraine carried out daring 'Spider Web' attack on Russian bombers: It was an attack of astonishing ingenuity – unprecedented, broad, and 18 months in the making. On 1 June more than 100 Ukrainian drones struck air bases deep inside Russia, targeting nuclear-capable long-range bombers. The scale of the operation dubbed "Spider Web" became clear almost as soon as it began, with explosions reported across several time zones all over Russia - as far north as Murmansk above the Arctic Circle, and as far east as the Amur region, over 8,000km from Ukraine. Maliuk said the drones were smuggled into Russia inside wooden cabins mounted on the back of lorries and concealed below remotely operated detachable roofs. The lorries were then apparently driven to locations near airbases by drivers who were seemingly unaware of their cargo; then, the drones were launched and set upon their targets. According to Ukraine, 41 strategic bombers were hit and "at least" 13 destroyed. The strategic missile-carrying bombers targeted in the attack are thought to be – among others - the Tu-95, Tu-22 and Tu-160. (BBC) (AC-A bit longer than our normal post, but a very significant event in this new age of remote warfare.)
2. Russia sets out punitive terms at peace talks with Ukraine: Russia told Ukraine at peace talks on Monday that it would only agree to end the war if Kyiv gives up big new chunks of territory and accepts limits on the size of its army, according to a memorandum reported by Russian media. Ukraine has repeatedly rejected the Russian conditions as tantamount to surrender. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. ICE Nabs 1,500 Illegal Aliens in Large-Scale Boston Operation: The operation was a monthlong effort “focusing on transnational organized crime, gangs and egregious illegal alien offenders,” ICE said. "Working together, we were able to arrest almost 1,500 illegal aliens throughout the Commonwealth, most of whom had significant criminality in the United States or abroad,” (Breitbart)
2. GOP Megabill Moves To The Senate, But Rand Paul Says 'Math Doesn't Really Add Up': "I think there are four of us at this point, and I would be very surprised if the bill at least is not modified in a good direction," said Paul. "I want the tax cuts to be permanent. But at the same time, I don't wanna raise the debt ceiling five trillion," (ZeroHedge)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. AUSTRAC Responds to Rise in Scams by Imposing Limits on Crypto ATM Transactions: AUSTRAC is taking action against crypto ATM operators in Australia due to scams targeting elderly users, with new regulations including capped transactions at $5,000 and enhanced customer due diligence. (Decrypt)
2. Texas Lawmaker Makes Late Disclosure of $500,000 in Bitcoin: Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) failed to disclose up to $500,000 in Bitcoin purchases within the 45-day window mandated by federal law, raising concerns about transparency and conflicts of interest among crypto-investing lawmakers. The STOCK Act, passed in 2012, requires timely reporting of lawmakers’ securities transactions, including those involving digital assets, to prevent insider trading. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Russia’s Largest Bank Starts Issuing Bitcoin Bonds: Sberbank, Russia’s largest financial institution, has announced the issuance of the first batch of structured bitcoin bonds. The instruments are currently offered to a limited number of qualified investors, but the bank expects to provide more crypto-linked securities soon. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Robinhood completes $200 million acquisition of crypto exchange Bitstamp: The acquisition helps Robinhood expand outside the U.S., accessing Bitstamp’s customers across the EU, UK, and Asia. (TheBlock)
2. Coinbase delayed revealing data breach that may cost up to $400M, drops third-party vendor: Coinbase was alerted as early as January 2025 that hackers had siphoned tens of thousands of customer records from one of its overseas support vendors, but the exchange waited until 14 May to notify regulators and users, according to internal emails. The revelation comes as Coinbase abruptly terminated its relationship with TaskUs, the Texas-based outsourcing firm whose India call centre staff were allegedly bribed to leak screenshots and KYC files. At least 69,461 customers’ names, addresses, partial Social Security numbers, and ticket histories were exposed. (CryptoSlate) (AC-A big blow to Coinbase.)
3. Tether Group & Bitfinex Transferred 25,812 BTC to Jack Mallers’ Twenty One Capital: Today, Tether Group and Bitfinex have transferred a combined 25,812.22 BTC to support their investment in Twenty One Capital, a newly formed Bitcoin-native company set to go public through a business combination with Cantor Equity Partners. (BitcoinMag) (AC-21 Capital is set to be a monster.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dollar Rises as Market Sentiment Stabilizes: The US dollar index edged higher toward 99 on Tuesday, recovering some ground after losses in the previous session as market sentiment steadied despite disappointing economic data and rising trade tensions. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Gain as Markets Eye Trump-Xi Call Amid Tariff Spat: Stocks in the US edged higher on Monday, kicking off June with gains despite rising global trade tensions. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% and the Nasdaq gained 0.7%, while the Dow added 35 points. (TradingEconomics)
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-Technology and Science-
1. Meta Signs Nuclear Energy Deal with Constellation to Power AI Expansion: Meta signed a 20-year agreement in 2025 to purchase 1.1 gigawatts of nuclear power from Constellation Energy's Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois. Constellation, led by CEO Joe Dominguez, plans possible new permits for advanced nuclear projects, including small modular reactors possibly at the Clinton site. (GroundNews)
2. AI's Energy Consumption Could Surpass Bitcoin's by 2025: In 2021, Elon Musk's Bitcoin tweet caused concern over proof-of-work mining's environmental impact. Now, a study predicts AI could surpass Bitcoin in global data center electricity usage by 2025. Companies like Google and Microsoft are increasing electricity consumption due to AI, but lack transparency. (Decrypt)
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1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 64/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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BLUF: Putin Skips Ukraine Talks / Pakistan-India Ceasefire Tenuous / Last Hamas US Hostage Goes Home / House Ag Bill Tightens SNAP Requirements / DBI Gabbard Fires Politicized Intel Officers / Crypto P2P Exempt From Remittance Tax / Largest Online Marketplace Haowang Shut Down / Ukraine Looks at Strategic Bitcoin Reserve / Mastercard Picks Up Crypto Payments / Spy Devices Found on Chinese Solar Units in US / Tether's New Decentralyzed AI Will Transact in BTC and USDT / Solar Flares Impact Some Comms / Most UK Bitcoiners HODL
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $102,382, 32.18 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $104,303 / Lo: $101,540
Volume: $45 (Down 12%)
Mkt Cap: $2.03T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 855 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 100%)
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-International Events-
1. Putin to skip Ukraine talks as confusion swirls in Turkey: Ukraine and Russia may hold talks in Turkey today but there is confusion over who, if anyone, will attend. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin won’t be taking part, despite calling the talks himself. Kyiv and Moscow are not known to have held direct talks at any level since soon after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. (CNN)
2. Pakistan Commits to India Ceasefire but Vows Response to Aggression: Pakistan reiterated its commitment to a ceasefire with India but warned of retaliation if attacked, amid ongoing tensions. The statement follows recent hostilities and a ceasefire agreement, with both nations expelling diplomats. (Reuters)
3. Last U.S. Hostage in Gaza Is Reunited With Parents: ‘We Never Lost Hope’: Edan Alexander was 19 when he left New Jersey to serve in the Israel Defense Forces. Edan Alexander was kept hostage underground for 583 days in the tunnels beneath Gaza. After he was released on Monday evening, he stood in a plain white room on an Israeli military base as his mother rushed in. (NYTimes)
-US Events-
1. House GOP Agriculture bill advances out of committee: The legislation directs states to cover a portion of SNAP benefit costs, narrows eligibility requirements for the program, and aims to prevent the federal government from being able to increase monthly benefits in the future. Work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents would also tighten under the plan. (TheHill) (AC-Not sure why SNAP issues are included in an agriculture bill.)
2. DNI Gabbard fires two senior intelligence officials focused on assessing threats to US: Gabbard fired Mike Collins, the acting chair, and his deputy, Maria Langan-Riekhof, on Tuesday. The dismissals come as Gabbard has vowed to root out what she has described as politicization of the intelligence community, and launched a war on leaks to the media that critics say is hollowing out the intelligence community of needed expertise from experienced professionals. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto P2P Transfers Dodge 5% Remittance Fee in New Tax Plan Proposal: The newly proposed 5% remittance tax, tucked into the House’s “Big Beautiful” tax reform bill, could have significant implications for cryptocurrency holders in America. One of the bill’s most controversial additions is the proposed 5% remittance tax, which has major implications for cryptocurrency users. While the tax applies to traditional remittance providers like PayPal and MoneyGram, it exempts peer-to-peer crypto transactions—a loophole that could boost digital asset adoption. (BItcoinSensus)
2. World's largest illicit online marketplace Haowang shuts down after Telegram intervention: Haowang Guarantee, a Telegram-based illicit marketplace and money laundering channel, announced its closure earlier this week. Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic said Haowang was the largest-ever illicit online marketplace, processing over $27 billion in USDT transactions. (TheBlock)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Ukraine plans first-of-its-kind Bitcoin reserves with reported support from Binance: According to Ukrainian media outlet Incrypted, Member of Parliament Yaroslav Zhelezniak confirmed that a draft law is being developed to support the initiative. (CryptoSlate)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Mastercard Teams With MoonPay in Latest Stablecoin Tie-Up: A new partnership between Mastercard and a crypto company, MoonPay, will enable users and businesses to conduct transactions using stablecoins globally. The collaboration leverages infrastructure from Iron, a stablecoin payment firm acquired by MoonPay. Despite regulatory uncertainties, card networks are increasingly embracing stablecoin technology for various financial applications. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Advance: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held steady around 4.53% on Thursday, maintaining recent gains as easing global trade tensions dampened demand for safe-haven assets. (TradingEconomics)
2. Nasdaq Rises on Chip Rally: US stocks ended mixed on Wednesday as investors weighed evolving trade policies and recent strength in the tech sector. The S&P 500 added 0.1% after erasing its losses for the year, while the Dow slipped 89 points and the Nasdaq 100 rose 0.7%, boosted by gains in major chipmakers. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. U.S. Engineers Find ‘Rogue Communication Devices’ in Chinese Solar Panels: U.S. engineers have discovered mysterious, undocumented communication devices lurking in some Chinese-made solar power inverters and batteries. “The rogue components provide additional, undocumented communication channels that could allow firewalls to be circumvented remotely, with potentially catastrophic consequences,” said Reuters’ sources. (Reuters)
-Technology and Science-
1. Meet 'QVAC': Tether’s Decentralized AI God in Your Pocket: Stablecoin giant Tether's new QVAC AI platform takes aim at Big Tech and lets agents run independently, transacting in Bitcoin and USDT. Tether says AI developed using its QVAC framework can run entirely on user devices and claims its QVAC architecture is designed to support trillions of AI agents. The company will release an open-source software development kit later this year. (Decrypt)
2. Blackouts Around The World As X Class Solar Flare Hits Earth: Three solar flares have erupted from sunspot region 4087 since yesterday. The latest was the largest of the year so far. "Flares of this magnitude are not frequent," they note, adding "users of high frequency (HF) radio signals may experience temporary degradation or complete loss of signal on much of the sunlit side of Earth." (IFLScience)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Most UK Bitcoin Holders Have Never Sold: The 2024 UK Customer Report by CoinCorner reveals that 51% of customers have never sold their Bitcoin, opting for small, frequent purchases and larger sales during price surges. Demographics challenge stereotypes, with 56% of users aged 35-54, and London leading in user count and transaction volume. (BitcoinMag)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Down 3 pts)
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BLUF: US Lifts Syria Sanctions / US-Saudi Deal Announced / Gaza Faces Starvation / Columbia Joins Chinas Belt and Road / US Judge Indicted on Harboring Charges / Trump's Alien Enemies Invocation Upheld in Court / US Senators Push for Corporate Tax Exemption on Digital Asset Holdings / Trump's Crypto Ties May Be Hurting Legislation / Largest One-Day Bitcoin Exodus From Exchanges in 2025 / Twenty-One Company Prepares to Play / Dollar Down, Stocks Up / Another Wrench Attack in France Draws Attention / Alabama Gov Offices Under Cyberattack / AI Helping Those Who Use It / OP_RETURN Battle Foremost For Bitcoiners
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,072, 32.23 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $104,997 / Lo: $102,895
Volume: $51 (Down 11%)
Mkt Cap: $2.06T (Up 1%)
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-International Events-
1. Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions, Secures $600 Billion Saudi Deal: President Trump announced the U.S. will lift long-standing sanctions on Syria and secured a $600 billion investment commitment from Saudi Arabia during a Gulf tour focused on economic partnerships. (Reuters)
2. Some IDF officers warn Gaza could face starvation in weeks without new aid: Some officers in the Israeli military have concluded that Gaza could face widespread starvation if the delivery of food aid is not restored in the coming weeks, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing three Israeli defense officials familiar with conditions in the Strip. Israel cut off aid to Gaza on March 2, following the collapse of a hostage-ceasefire release deal, amid an effort to pressure the Hamas terror group into releasing more captives. (TimesofIsrael)
3. Colombia Joins Belt And Road Initiative As China Courts Latin America: Colombia's foreign ministry hailed the agreement as a "historic step that opens up new opportunities for investment, technological cooperation, and sustainable development for both countries". China has surpassed the United States as the biggest trading partner of Brazil, Peru, Chile and other Latin American nations, and two-thirds of countries there have signed up to Chinese leader Xi Jinping's Belt and Road infrastructure drive. (IBTimes)
-US Events-
1. Federal grand jury indicts Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan: The FBI arrested Dugan on federal obstruction charges last month, after they alleged she helped an undocumented migrant avoid immigration agents who were trying to arrest him after his appearance in her courtroom. The indictment claims that Judge Dugan directed immigration agents to leave the location of the planned arrest and go to the Chief Judge's office, and instructed Ruiz and his attorney to exit the courtroom through a non-public jury door. (WISN)
2. Judge upholds Trump's authority to deport criminal migrants under Alien Enemies Act: A federal judge on Tuesday said the Trump administration can invoke the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport criminal illegal immigrant members of the Venezuelan Tren De Aragua gang, but that it has not given adequate prior notice to those subject to removal, before those deportations can take place, which would allow possible due process and habeas legal challenges. (Fox)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. U.S. Senators Request Treasury Exemption for Unrealized Crypto Gains from CAMT: Senators Lummis and Moreno propose exempting unrealized crypto gains from Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT). FASB’s 2023 accounting rule requires fair value reporting of digital assets, creating potential tax burden on unrealized gains. (Blockonomi)
2. Trump’s crypto influence scrutinized as stablecoin legislation stalls in Congress: Trump’s deepening ties to crypto projects are raising ethical questions as regulation efforts stall. The president’s memecoin and stablecoin connections have complicated bipartisan talks on digital asset laws. (TheBlock) (AC-This issue highlights the subversive nature of memecoins and altcoins in relation to Bitcoin's transparency.)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs Cling to Inflow Momentum With $5 Million Net Gain: Bitcoin ETFs marked their fourth straight day of inflows, narrowly holding ground with a $5 million net gain led solely by Blackrock’s IBIT. (BitcoinCom)
2. $1B Bitcoin exits Coinbase in a day as analysts warn of supply shock: On May 9, Coinbase saw 9,739 Bitcoin, worth more than $1 billion, withdrawn from the exchange — the highest net outflow recorded in 2025. “In 2025 alone, corporations have bought four times more Bitcoin than all US spot Bitcoin ETFs combined, which is crazy,” he said. “We’re close to 200,000 Bitcoin already, which is the annual supply of new Bitcoin.” (CoinTelegraph)
3. Bitcoin Treasury Company Twenty One Has $459M in BTC Coming via Tether: Tether purchased nearly $459 million worth of Bitcoin for Twenty One's treasury, to be sold at the same price post-merger. The new Bitcoin company, formed by Tether, Bitfinex, Cantor Fitzgerald, and SoftBank Group, plans to launch with over 42,000 Bitcoin. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dollar Holds Decline as Inflation Cools: The US dollar index hovered around 100.9 on Wednesday, after falling nearly 1% in the previous session, pressured by weaker-than-expected inflation data that signaled only a limited impact from President Donald Trump’s tariffs. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P Turns Positive for 2025, Nvidia Fuels Tech Gains: Wall Street extended its rally on Tuesday as easing US-China trade tensions and softer inflation data boosted investor confidence. The S&P 500 closed 0.7% higher, reclaiming positive territory for 2025, while the Nasdaq 100 jumped 1.6%, driven by a sharp rebound in chipmakers.(TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. French interior minister to meet with crypto businesses after recent kidnappings: On Tuesday, the daughter and grandson of a French cryptocurrency entrepreneur narrowly escaped a kidnap attempt by armed men in central Paris. The Interior Ministry meeting is scheduled for Friday, officials said. (LeMonde)
2. Alabama says ‘cybersecurity event’ could disrupt state government services: Alabama’s governor said the state is responding to a “cybersecurity event” and is advising residents to be patient with any disruptions to government website access or other communications. (TheRecord)
-Technology and Science-
1. Your A.I. Radiologist Will Not Be With You Soon: Experts predicted that artificial intelligence would steal radiology jobs. But at the Mayo Clinic, the technology has been more friend than foe. Today, radiologists — the physician specialists in medical imaging who look inside the body to diagnose and treat disease — are still in high demand. (NYTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. OP_RETURN Limits: Bitcoin’s Battle Over Arbitrary Data: An OP_RETURN debate flared up in the Bitcoin industry in recent weeks and has by now invaded most conversation spaces within the industry. Spearheaded by Peter Todd, though supported by many Bitcoin Core contributors, the removal of the OP_RETURN limit represents a harm reduction approach to the problem of spam and arbitrary data on Bitcoin. The opposition, led by Luke Dashjr, not only wants to keep the OP_RETURN limit in place and retain the datacarrier size but proposes further mempool policy restrictions on arbitrary data and “non-monetary” transactions on Bitcoin. (BitcoinMag) (AC-The article is a good primer on the debate complete with opposing agendas and viewpoints.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 73/100 (Up 3 pts)
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Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $103,853, 31.99 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $104,607 / Lo: $100,814
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-International Events-
1. U.S. and China Implement Tariff Reduction Deal: The U.S. and China began implementing a 90-day agreement to slash tariffs, with U.S. levies on Chinese goods reduced from 145% to 30% and Chinese levies on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%. The deal, negotiated in Geneva, aims to de-escalate the trade war. (Reuters)
2. US President Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh for first stop on four-day Gulf tour: Trump met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss Iran, Gaza, oil prices, Gulf investments in U.S. Technology sectors, and a Gulf Cooperation Council summit. The visit aims to strengthen U.S.-Gulf ties, promote investments exceeding $2 trillion, and potentially ease Syria sanctions while addressing ongoing regional crises. (GroundNews)
3. India’s Modi says fighting ‘only paused’ in wake of conflict with Pakistan: The ultranationalist Hindu leader said in New Delhi that his government will not make a distinction between governments that support “terrorism” and “terrorist groups”. He said India would “retaliate on its own terms” if there is any future “terror” attack on the country. (AlJazeera)
-US Events-
1. Trump Rallies GOP To Back 'Big, Beautiful Bill' As House Releases 389-Page Text: On Monday, the house GOP released a draft of the bill which confirms several core policy pillars. Among the most consequential is a 5% remittance tax on international money transfers, designed to fund border security, which includes a new refundable credit for verified U.S. senders and strict compliance rules. The legislation also introduces a new federal income tax deduction for qualified tips and overtime compensation through 2028. (ZeroHedge) (AC-There are numerous provisions in the draft tax bill resulting in myriad consequences for Americans. The final bill will surely differ from today's version.)
2. South African Refugees Arrive in U.S. Under Trump Plan: The first 49 white South Africans, deemed victims of racial discrimination, arrived in the U.S. under a Trump administration refugee plan, sparking debate over immigration policy. (Reuters)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Arizona Governor Hobbs Vetoes Bills for State Crypto Funds But Signs Law Regulating ATMs: Gov. Hobbs vetoed bills proposing the establishment of a Digital Assets Strategic Reserve Fund and allocating state funds to Bitcoin. She signed a bill regulating crypto ATMs, requiring operators to display fraud warnings and comply with anti-money laundering protocols. (Decrypt)
2. Dubai’s finance department signs MOU with Crypto(.)com to enable crypto payments for government services: Crypto payments will be converted to Emirati dirhams, aiming to boost Dubai’s fintech economy by $2.1 billion annually. (TheBlock)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Coinbase to Join S&P 500 Index on May 19, First Crypto Company to Achieve Milestone: CEO Brian Armstrong called the inclusion a validation that “crypto is here to stay”. Coinbase shares rose 8.8% to $225.4 in after-hours trading following the announcement. (Blockonomi)
2. Nakamoto Holdings and KindlyMD Merge to Create a Bitcoin Treasury, Raising $710 Million for Adoption: Nakamoto Holdings and KindlyMD have formed a new Bitcoin treasury, raising $710 million through private investment and convertible notes. The merger aims to accelerate Bitcoin adoption globally, with David Bailey as the CEO. KindlyMD, a healthcare firm, will maintain its focus on combating the opioid crisis. (Decrypt) (AC- "Adoption" of Bitcoin once meant the use of it as a means of exchange, but growing use of Bitcoin as a company's treasury, or store of value, is morphing the term in media discourse. "Adoption" of Bitcoin now means different things to new and old holders of Bitcoin.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Wall Street Soars on US-China Tariff Truce: US stocks roared higher on Monday after the US and China agreed to temporarily slash tariffs, easing fears of a prolonged trade war and possible recession. The S&P 500 jumped 3.2% and the Nasdaq 100 soared 4%, while the Dow Jones surged 1,160 points. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called the weekend negotiations in Switzerland “very productive,” confirming both sides would cut tariffs, the US to 30% and China to 10%, for 90 days. (TradingEconomics)
2. US 10-Year Yield Holds Up Amid US-China Deal: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held near 4.45% on Tuesday, close to a one-month high, as easing trade tensions between the US and China reduced demand for safe-haven assets. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. BlackRock flags quantum computing as risk for Bitcoin ETFs: Emerging technologies, including quantum computing, could potentially render the cryptography securing Bitcoin and other blockchain networks ineffective, asset manager BlackRock said in a regulatory filing. (CoinTelegraph)
-Technology and Science-
1. House GOP proposes 10-year ban on state AI regulations: The bill text from the House Energy and Commerce Committee would bar states from enforcing laws or regulations governing AI models, AI systems or automated decision systems. The bill aligns with the administration’s emphasis on AI innovation instead of regulation. (TheHill)
-Bitcoin Community-
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Even)
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Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $96,963, 28.67 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
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-International Events-
1. India Confirms Strikes On 9 Pakistan "Terrorist Camps"; Pakistan Claims 5 Jets Shot-Down: ndia said it had launched the operation against Pakistan after gathering evidence “pointing towards the clear involvement of Pakistan-based terrorists” in last month’s attack on civilians in Kashmir. While unconfirmed, a senior Pakistani intelligence source said three Indian jets (and a drone) were shot down in locations “within Indian territory.” (ZeroHedge)
2. Top US officials will meet with Chinese delegation in Switzerland in first major talks of trade war: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that reducing tensions is a necessary first step before any progress can be made, highlighting that the meeting’s primary goal is to ease conflicts rather than finalize a major trade agreement right away. (GroundNews)
3. US-Houthi ceasefire deal does not include Israel: A ceasefire deal between Yemen's Houthis and the U.S. does not include sparing Israel, the group said on Wednesday, suggesting its shipping attacks that have disrupted global trade and challenged world powers will not come to a complete halt. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday the U.S. would stop bombing the Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen, saying that the group had agreed to stop attacking U.S. ships. (Reuters)
4. Canadian Prime Minister Carney arrives in Washington for a high-stakes meeting with President Trump: The meeting follows Trump's imposition of 25 percent tariffs on Canadian goods and his repeated suggestion that Canada could become the 51st US state. (GroundNews)
-US Events-
1. REAL ID Enforcement Begins for Domestic Flights in the U.S.: Starting May 7, 2025, travelers must present REAL ID-compliant identification to board domestic flights in the U.S. The Department of Homeland Security is enforcing the regulation after multiple delays since 2008. (Fox)
2. US Supreme Court allows Trump to enforce transgender military ban: The US Supreme Court temporarily allowed President Donald Trump to enforce his ban on transgender people serving in the military while legal challenges to the policy move forward. (BBC)
3. 5 people charged after 3 dead, 1 missing in alleged human smuggling operation in San Diego: Five people were charged Tuesday for their involvement in an alleged human smuggling operation after a small boat capsized off the San Diego coast Monday morning. “Human smuggling, regardless of the route, is not only illegal but extremely dangerous. Yesterday’s heartbreaking events are a stark reminder of the urgent need to dismantle these criminal networks driven by greed.” an official at HSI San Diego said. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. US Stablecoin Bill GENIUS Act Faces Stiff Bipartisan Opposition, Crypto Legislation in Doubt: The GENIUS Act, aimed at regulating stablecoins, faces opposition from both Democrats and Republicans. Despite bipartisan support in the Senate Banking Committee, recent revisions have caused uncertainty. Senate Republicans are pushing for a vote, possibly to shift blame onto Democrats before the 2026 midterms. (Decrypt)
2. Senate bill seeks to block presidential crypto gains amid TRUMP memecoin controversy: Senate Democrats introduced legislation that would bar sitting presidents, lawmakers, and their families from issuing, endorsing, or holding cryptocurrency. The End Crypto Corruption Act, announced May 6, seeks to prevent elected officials from personally benefiting from digital assets while shaping policy. (CryptoSlate) (AC-Obviously this Dem bill will not get anywhere in the current Congress but it also reeks of hypocrisy, even if there is an ounce of validity,)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. New Hampshire just became the first state to establish a crypto reserve: The bill allows the state treasure to invest as much as 5% of New Hampshire's public funds into precious metal and digital assets with a market cap of over $500 billion. Among crypto tokens, that would include only bitcoin. (BusinessInsider)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs Start the Week With $425 Million Inflow: Bitcoin ETFs opened the week strong with a $425 million net inflow, entirely driven by Blackrock’s IBIT. Ether ETFs stayed quiet, recording no activity for the day. (BitcoinCom)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Fed Expected to Keep Rates Steady: The Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep the federal funds rate unchanged at 4.25%–4.50% for a third consecutive meeting in May 2025, as policymakers weigh slowing inflation against a still-resilient labor market and heightened uncertainty over trade policy. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Futures Jump on News of US-China Trade Talks: US stock futures climbed on Wednesday after reports emerged that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and top trade official Jamieson Greer are set to meet with Chinese counterparts in Switzerland this week to discuss economic and trade issues. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. NSA to cut up to 2,000 civilian roles as part of intel community downsizing: The largest electronic spy agency in the world must axe 8 percent of its civilian workforce, which covers everything from administrative staff to defense and offensive cybersecurity operators. While the total number of non-military personnel who work at NSA is classified, between 1,500 and 2,000 positions are expected to be cut. (TheRecord) (AC-Where will these highly skilled people go?)
-Technology and Science-
1. Strategy's AI Embrace: Michael Saylor Says He Built His Bitcoin Empire With Chatbot Help: Saylor explained how artificial intelligence helped engineer innovative financial products that powered its Bitcoin treasury, which now holds a staggering $52 billion worth—a more than 200x increase from its $250 million starting stake five years ago. Strategy’s AI-powered approach wasn't just for information gathering. Saylor revealed that his company's financing structures were designed with artificial intelligence. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin-Backed Loans Now Offered by Jack Mallers' Strike to US Customers, Expanding to Europe Soon: Strike's American customers can now secure Bitcoin-backed loans, with amounts ranging from $75,000 to $100,000 depending on the state. CEO Jack Mallers announced the new service, which will soon expand to other regions, including Europe. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 67/100 (Up 8 pts)
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