BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 911,930 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 27AUG2025 Precedence: Routine FNG (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Trump's 50% tariff on India kicks in/ Heavy Rainfall in India’s Himalayas/ Drone Debris Sparks Roof Fire in Rostov-on-Don/ U.S. Security Support — European-Led Mission in Ukraine/ Danish Diplomat Summoned Over U.S. Activity in Greenland/ FEMA Staff Placed on Administrative Leave/ Cracker Barrel Reverts to Classic Logo/ First U.S. Case of New World Screwworm Confirmed/ U.S. Economic Data Goes On-Chain/ Trump Media & Crypto.com Launch $6.4B CRO Treasury Firm/ U.S. Security & Privacy Breach — Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE/ Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE/ Meta Superintelligence Labs Faces Key Departures/ Teen’s Parents Sue OpenAI Over ChatGPT’s Role Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,292 32.96 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $112,399 / Lo: $109,337 Volume: $37.70 B Mkt Cap: $2.21 T HashRate: 970 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Trump's 50% tariff on India kicks in as Modi urges self-reliance U.S. enacted a punitive 50% tariff on a broad range of Indian exports starting Aug 27, doubling August's initial 25% duties citing India's purchases of discounted Russian oil. The measures target labor-intensive commodities like garments, jewelry, seafood, and chemicals, while temporarily exempting pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. Prime Minister Modi denounced the tariffs as “unfair, unjustified and unreasonable,” and pledged tax reforms while calling on citizens to embrace “Made in India” goods and self-reliance. He also defended farmers and local industries, promising to shield them from trade shocks. A planned U.S. trade delegation visit was canceled, and Modi scheduled a trip to China, signaling a strategic pivot (Guardian) 2. Heavy Rainfall in India’s Himalayas Devastating monsoon rains pummeled India’s Himalayan region over the past 24 hours, triggering deadly landslides and flash floods. A landslide near the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route in Jammu and Kashmir’s Katra area claimed at least 30 lives and caused extensive disruption. The region received an astonishing 726% above-normal rainfall since August 23. Multiple rivers overflowed, infrastructure was damaged, and critical services like power and communications were severely impacted. (AP) 3. Drone Debris Sparks Roof Fire in Rostov-on-Don Russian air defenses intercepted and destroyed 10 Ukrainian drones over the Rostov region. Falling debris from one downed drone caused an explosion that ignited a fire on the roof of a four-story apartment building in Rostov-on-Don. The fire prompted the evacuation of 15 residents. Authorities confirmed that the blaze was quickly contained and that, importantly, no injuries were reported. (Yahoo) 4. U.S. Security Support — European-Led Mission in Ukraine The United States has informed its allies that it stands ready to provide an array of military enablers—including intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), command-and-control systems, air defense assets, and aircraft—to bolster a European-led postwar security mission in Ukraine. The plan envisages U.S. support without direct deployment of ground troops, enabling a European “coalition of the willing” to take primary responsibility. The proposed U.S. role covers enabling no-fly zones, feeding ISR data via satellite, and monitoring ceasefire adherence—effectively underpinning the mission with critical air-domain and surveillance capabilities. European leaders, especially from the UK and France, are coordinating troop commitments in concert with U.S. strategic support (FT) -US Events- 1. U.S. Domestic Security — Trump Vows Unconstrained Power to Send Troops to Chicago President Trump reiterated his intention to deploy the National Guard to Chicago, stating in the Oval Office, “I have the right to do anything I want to do,” framing it as a measure to curb what he calls rampant crime in the city. He has issued an executive order directing the creation of a rapid-response Guard force deployable nationwide. Chicago officials—Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor J.B. Pritzker—have denounced the proposal as unconstitutional, unauthorized, and absent any formal state request. (Politico) 2. Danish Diplomat Summoned Over U.S. Activity in Greenland Denmark has summoned the U.S. ambassador over suspected covert operations in Greenland involving individuals tied to the Trump administration. This follows renewed strategic interest in the Arctic, including Trump’s past proposals to acquire Greenland. Danish officials condemned the conduct as unacceptable interference in domestic affairs. (Reuters) 3. FEMA Staff Placed on Administrative Leave More than a dozen FEMA employees were placed on administrative leave after signing an open dissent letter critiquing the Trump administration’s leadership and cuts to mitigation and disaster recovery programs. The letter, signed by approximately 180 current and former FEMA staffers, warned that inexperienced leadership and budget cuts could erode agency readiness to levels similar to the pre-Katrina era. Those on leave entered a "non-duty status" but continue to receive pay and benefits. (AP) 4. Cracker Barrel Reverts to Classic Logo Within hours of intense backlash including sharp criticism from President Trump Cracker Barrel announced its decision to abandon its new minimalist logo and restore the original “Old Timer” design. The rebrand, unveiled as part of the “All the More” modernization campaign, removed key nostalgic elements sparking accusations of abandoning brand heritage and igniting a “woke” backlash among loyal customers. The stock rebounded immediately, rising approximately 9% in after-hours trading following the announcement. (Daily Beast) (AC maybe this was a genius marketing idea, when was the last time you talked about Cracker Barrel?) 5. First U.S. Case of New World Screwworm Confirmed The CDC confirmed the first U.S. human case this year of New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasitic fly, in a Maryland resident who recently traveled from El Salvador. The diagnosis occurred on August 4, 2025, and the individual has since fully recovered. The USDA responded by launching surveillance within a 20-mile radius and accelerating a plan to build a sterilized-fly production facility in Texas capable of releasing 300 million sterile male flies per week. This strategy mirrors successful eradication efforts dating back to the 1960s. Authorities assert the public health risk is very low and there have been no detected cases in animals. (Reuters) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. U.S. Economic Data Goes On-Chain The U.S. Department of Commerce announced during a White House Cabinet meeting that it will begin publishing key economic statistics including Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data on a blockchain platform to enhance transparency and modernize federal data sharing. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick described the initiative as the first step, with expectations to expand the system across other government agencies once the technical details are finalized. He noted this approach would allow stakeholders to “use the blockchain for data and distribution.” (Cointelegraph) (AC: Eye roll) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Trump Media & Crypto.com Launch $6.4B CRO Treasury Firm Trump Media & Technology Group has formed a partnership with Crypto.com and Yorkville Acquisition Corp. to launch Trump Media Group CRO Strategy, Inc., a publicly traded treasury firm focused on holding Cronos (CRO) tokens. The venture is backed by approximately $6.4 billion in funding. Trump Media will purchase $105 million worth of CRO and integrate it into its platforms, including Truth Social, via Crypto.com's wallet infrastructure. Crypto.com, in return, is investing $50 million in Trump Media stock. (CoinDesk) -Institutional Concerns- 1. U.S. Security & Privacy Breach — Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE A whistleblower complaint from SSA Chief Data Officer Charles Borges alleges that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) copied the entire Social Security Administration database containing names, birthdates, and Social Security numbers of over 300 million Americans onto a cloud server lacking proper security controls and oversight. No breach has been reported, but experts warn this constitutes a significant vulnerability that could lead to mass identity theft. (AP) -Economic Indicators- 1. -Security Concerns- 1. U.S. Security & Privacy Breach — Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE On August 19, 2025, an investor was defrauded of 783 Bitcoin in a social engineering attack where perpetrators impersonated both hardware wallet support and a crypto exchange. The attacker convinced the victim to hand over sensitive wallet credentials by posing as support staff. This allowed them to transfer the full amount in one go. Shortly after the theft, the stolen BTC was routed through Wasabi Wallet. The investigator did not identify the impersonated companies in question. (CoinDesk) (AC: Never input your private keys into anything. They are YOUR secret words.) -Technology and Science- 1. Meta Superintelligence Labs Faces Key Departures Less than 2 months after Zuck announced Meta Superintelligence Labs, at least 8 engineers, researchers, and leaders have already walked. Departing names include AI veterans behind PyTorch, Llama, and core GPU systems - many defecting to OpenAI, Anthropic, and startups. Some new hires didn’t even stick around a month. Departures are attributed to leadership instability and misalignment in vision, prompting concerns about internal cohesion. (Wired) 2. Teen’s Parents Sue OpenAI Over ChatGPT’s Role Matt and Maria Raine have filed a wrongful-death lawsuit in San Francisco Superior Court against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that their son Adam was driven to suicide after prolonged interactions with ChatGPT. According to the complaint, the chatbot validated Adam’s suicidal ideation, provided step-by-step methods for self-harm, helped draft suicide notes, and discouraged him from seeking help from his parents—even when he uploaded a photo of a noose. (Reuters) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 51/100 (up 3) Analyst Comments NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 910,157 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 15Aug2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Tensions Rise Before Ukraine Negotiations / IDF Intensifies Gaza Pounding / Erik Prince Secures Haiti Contract / DEA Leader (Temp) New Head of DC Law Enforcement / ICE Shows Up at Gov Newsom Presser / Redistricting Battle Intensifies / NY Wants to Tax Crypto Transactions / India Launches Bitcoin Policy Institute / SECTRES Backpedals on Bitcoin Comment / Banks Look to Custody Crypto Assets / Hot PPI Shakes Markets / US DOJ Sanctions Russian Crypto Exchange / Perplexity Wants to Buy Google Chrome / AI Makes First Antibiotics / New BTC Miner is Modular and Upgradable Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $119,016, 35.62 oz Gold, .28 Median US House 24hr Hi: $121,174 / Lo: $117,254 Volume: 90B (Down 10%) Mkt Cap: $2.37T (Down 1%) HashRate: 907 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Fighting in eastern Ukraine has escalated with Russian strikes on towns like Bilozerske in the Donetsk region, as Ukrainian forces advance amid ongoing invasions, ahead of the U.S.-Russia summit today. A significant drone attack by Ukraine on Russian cities occurred on last night with a major explosives plant destroyed. (Various) (AC-Both Russia and Ukraine are entering these negotiations with as much leverage as possible.) 2. Israeli forces have intensified bombardment in Gaza City while Egypt hosts Hamas for talks, with far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announcing plans to "bury" the idea of a Palestinian state. Over 100 humanitarian organizations, including Oxfam and Médecins Sans Frontières, signed a letter urging Israel to stop the "weaponization of aid," as groups face denials unless adhering to stricter regulations. (Reuters) 3. Erik Prince Secures 10-Year Contract in Haiti to Fight Gangs and Collect Taxes: Erik Prince's Vectus Global will deploy 200 personnel to Haiti in coming weeks, with plans to maintain forces for 10 years. The mission aims to combat gang violence that has killed over 1,500 people and displaced 1.3 million, while eventually managing tax collection at the Dominican Republic border. (GroundNews) -US Events- 1. Bondi names DEA head as DC’s ‘emergency police commissioner,’ but capital leaders push back: Attorney General Pam Bondi named DEA head Terry Cole as Washington's emergency police commissioner on Thursday evening, granting him police chief powers amid a federal takeover. Federal officers including DEA agents, FBI agents, and Homeland Security patrolled various Washington neighborhoods while 800 National Guard members started missions like monument security and crowd control. (GroundNews) 2. Democrats Fume over Federal Agents Gathering for Immigration Raid Alongside Gavin Newsom Presser: Just outside in the Little Tokyo area about 100 federal agents gathered, presumably for another immigration raid. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass told reporters that “there’s no way this was a coincidence,” asserting that the agents were there to embarrass Newsom. (Breitbart) 3. FBI Steps Into Texas Redistricting Battle As Democrats Flee State To Block GOP Plan: A deepening political crisis in Texas escalated this week as Senator John Cornyn confirmed that the FBI has agreed to assist in locating Texas House Democrats who fled the state in an effort to block a Republican-led congressional redistricting plan. FBI agents have been deployed in San Antonio and Austin to locate the missing lawmakers. (IBTimes) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. New York lawmakers propose crypto tax to fund school programs: The proposal, introduced in the state’s Assembly on Aug. 13, seeks to apply a 0.2% excise tax on the sale or transfer of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum starting in September. The individuals or entities facilitating the sale or transfer of these assets would be responsible for paying the tax. (CryptoSlate) (AC-If it moves, tax it.) 2. India Launches Bitcoin Policy Institute on 79th Independence Day to Boost Economy: In a recent tweet post, the Bitcoin Policy Institute India (BPI) says now is the time for “financial freedom,” where India controls its economy without relying on other nations. (CoinPedia) (AC-Teamwork or copycat to the US BPI? Either way, good move.) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. US Treasury’s Bessent backpedals: Bitcoin buying still possible: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified that the department was exploring budget-neutral ways to buy Bitcoin, contradicting an earlier comment that tanked the market. (CoinTelegraph) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Citigroup Explores Crypto Custody as Bitcoin ETFs Reach $158 Billion: Citigroup is exploring cryptocurrency custody and payment services, focusing first on stablecoin-backed assets. The bank is also considering custody offerings for crypto ETFs like Bitcoin and Ethereum. (Blockonomi) (AC-Banks have long practiced custody of assets and crypto is a natural progression. This is not a P2P system or self-custody, however.) -Economic Indicators- 1. US Producer Prices Rise the Most since 2022: US producer prices rose 0.9% mom in July 2025, rebounding from a flat reading in June and much higher than expectations of 0.2%. It is the biggest increase in producer prices since June 2022. Year-on-year, headline producer inflation accelerated to a five-month high of 3.3% and above expectations of 2.5%. Annual core producer inflation jumped to 3.7% from 2.6%, higher than estimates of 2.9%. (TradingEconomics) 2. US Stocks Drop as Producer Prices Jump Past Estimates: US stocks fell on Thursday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq down 0.3% and the Dow Jones losing 180 points, as a hotter-than-expected PPI report tempered bets on Fed rate cuts next month. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. U.S. Sanctions Garantex and Grinex Over $100M in Ransomware-Linked Illicit Crypto Transactions: The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) on Thursday renewed sanctions against Russian cryptocurrency exchange platform Garantex for facilitating ransomware actors and other cybercriminals by processing more than $100 million in transactions linked to illicit activities since 2019. (HackerNews) -Technology and Science- 1. Perplexity AI offered $34.5 billion to buy Google's Chrome browser, underscoring challenges for Google amid antitrust scrutiny, with the bid aimed at enhancing AI-powered search capabilities. (CNBC) 2. AI designs antibiotics for gonorrhoea and MRSA superbugs: The drugs were designed atom-by-atom by the AI and killed the superbugs in laboratory and animal tests. The two compounds still need years of refinement and clinical trials before they could be prescribed. (BBC) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Jack Dorsey Introduces Novel New Bitcoin Miner With Swappable Parts: Block's new Proto Rig mining machine offers a 10-year lifespan with swappable parts, reducing costs for miners by 15-20% per upgrade cycle. The product aims to improve efficiency, reduce repair expenses, and contribute to hardware decentralization in the mining industry. (Decrypt) (AC-Jack gets it.) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 60/100 (Down 15 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): Forecast Friday: Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 909,560 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 11Aug2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: IDF Airstrikes Kill Journalists / EU Leaders Support Ukraine Ahead of Trump-Putin Talks / Trump May Act on DC Crime Unilaterally / CDC Says 'Misinformation' Led to Atlanta Shooting / Bo Hines Leaves White House Crypto Force / BTC ETF Inflow for 3 Days / Harvard Reveals BTC ETC Investments / Rumble to Buy Bitcoin Miner / Bitcoin Near ATH / Instagram Now Shares Location Data / US AI Chip Exports Now Face 15% USG 'Fee' / El Salvador Makes Bitcoin Education Compulsory / Sheetz Giving Crypto Discounts / Lyn Alden Shares Why 'Nothing Stops This Train' Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $120,223, 35.84 oz Gold, .28 Median US House 24hr Hi: $122,321 / Lo: $118,105 Volume: 80B (Up 37%) Mkt Cap: $2.39T (Up 1%) HashRate: 913 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Up 20%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Israeli Strike Kills Al Jazeera Journalists in Gaza: Israel's military conducted a strike in Gaza that killed Anas Al Sharif, a journalist for Al Jazeera. The network stated that four of its journalists have been killed in similar incidents. (Reuters) 2. European leaders rally behind Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin meeting: Saturday’s statement, signed by the president of the European Union and leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Finland and the UK, stressed the need for a “just and lasting peace” for Kyiv, including “robust and credible” security guarantees. “Next Friday will be important because it will be about testing Putin — how serious he is — on bringing this terrible war to an end,” NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said in an interview. (AP) -US Events- 1. Trump Promises Crackdown on Homelessness and Crime in Washington D.C.: U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to evict homeless individuals from Washington D.C. immediately and address crime, potentially deploying the National Guard. Federal agents have been activated for the operation. The FBI is sending agents to patrol Washington D.C. streets in support. (Reuters, WaPo) 2. CDC union says vaccine misinformation put staff at risk after Atlanta shooting: A union representing US CDC employees has demanded that the federal government condemn vaccine misinformation after a man who evidently blamed the Covid-19 vaccination for making him depressed and suicidal aimed gunfire Friday at the CDC’s headquarters in Atlanta. The CDC workers’ union said the deadly violence Friday was not random and “compounds months of mistreatment, neglect, and vilification that CDC staff have endured”. It said vaccine misinformation had put scientists at risk. (TheGuardian) (AC-In other words, new details of CDC actions have led to this violence, and these details are still considered 'misinformation'. This story highlights the real-world effects of 5th Gen Warfare (5GW) practices and it's myriad effects. The COVID debacle should be a case study in 5GW.) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Bo Hines Leaves the White House Crypto Council: Hines made it clear his crypto initiatives are not over. He specifically stated that he intends to return to the private sector and continue supporting the development of crypto in the United States. (BitcoinSensus) (AC- There are multiple possibilities for the departure reasoning. We'll maybe find out soon enough.) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. U.S. Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $403.67 Million Net Inflow: U.S. Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds saw a net inflow of $403.67 million yesterday. This marks three consecutive days of positive inflows. (Bloomingbit) 2. Harvard Reports $116M in iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF: Academic institutions require complex and lengthy approvals, and the fact that they reached such a decision, and at this scale, looks extremely impressive. (BitcoinSensus) (AC-Harvard is not well known for leadership thinking any more, but rather consensus management, so this does mean something.) 3. Tether-backed Rumble eyes $1.17 billion Northern Data acquisition pending bitcoin mining division selloff, stock jumps 20%: The acquisition would bolster Rumble’s position in AI cloud services and high-performance computing, with support from major shareholder Tether. (TheBlock) -Economic Indicators- 1. Bitcoin Eyes All Time High Ahead of US CPI, PPI Data This Week: New Bitcoin addresses hit a one-year high of 364,126 daily, indicating robust adoption. Expectations of higher July inflation and US CPI uptick from Trump tariffs, coupled with Fed rate cut speculation. (CoinGape) 2. US Treasury Yields Edge Down, CPI Eyed: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note eased to 4.26% on Monday, after hitting a one-week high on Friday, as traders increased bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts this year ahead of the US CPI release. Inflation is expected to have risen 0.2% in July, slightly below June’s 0.3%. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Concerns Raised Over Instagram's New Map Feature and Privacy: Instagram's new Map feature has sparked controversy due to potential privacy risks, as it shares user locations. Experts recommend disabling the feature to protect personal data. (CBS) -Technology and Science- 1. Nvidia and AMD Agree to U.S. Government Cut on AI Chip Sales to China: Nvidia and AMD will pay the U.S. government 15% of their AI chip sales to China as part of a new agreement. This follows regulatory pressures on technology exports. (WSJ) -Bitcoin Community- 1. El Salvador Introduces Bitcoin Education for Students Aged 7 and Older: El Salvador has become the first country to mandate Bitcoin education for all students starting from age 7. The curriculum covers blockchain basics and cryptocurrency usage. (X) 2. Sheetz Launches 50% Discount for Daily Cryptocurrency Purchases: The retail convenience store and gas station chain Sheetz is now accepting multiple cryptocurrencies at all its U.S. locations and is offering customers 50% off purchases when paying with digital assets during specific daily hours. (BitcoinCom) 3. Inside the mind of Lyn Alden: Bitcoin, AI, and the unstoppable deficit train: “Large U.S. fiscal deficits are going to continue for the foreseeable future, five, 10 years, any sort of investable time horizon. There are a bunch of reasons why, and a lot of them have to do with political polarization. It’s very hard to either massively raise taxes or massively cut spending in a very polarized situation, as well as mechanically the kind of debt levels they find themselves in.” (CryptoSlate) (AC-A fun article on Lyn's 'Nothing stops this train.") -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Up 1 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 908,725 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 05Aug2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: EU Sanctions Chinese, Indian Firms / Philippines and India Hold Military Drills / Nations Address Plastic Pollution / Governor Abbot to Arrest Fleeing Dems / Florida Arrests Pedophiles / DOJ To Open Investigation Into Obama Team / Trump to Sign EO on 'Chokepoint 2.0' / FINCEN Alerts on Bitcoin Kiosks / Central Banks Hoarding Gold / Logistics Down, UST Yields Down, Stocks Up / Payouts on Ransomware Keep It Going / ChatGPT To Help With Over Usage / Bitcoin Rainbow Chart Not For Traders Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $114,503, 34.12 oz Gold, .27 Median US House 24hr Hi: $115,729 / Lo: $113,800 Volume: 56B (Up 17%) Mkt Cap: $2.27T (Even) HashRate: 953 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. EU Sanctions Target Chinese, Indian Firms: The European Union is preparing sanctions against specific Chinese and Indian companies accused of supporting Russia's military actions in Ukraine. These measures focus on Chinese firms allegedly supplying drone components and Indian entities purchasing Russian oil, which could fund the conflict. (Various) 2. Philippines, India hold first joint sail in South China Sea: The Philippines has conducted "maritime cooperative activities" with foreign navies since late 2023 as part of its push to counter China's expansive claims in the waterway, including joint passages with treaty ally the United States, as well as Japan, Australia, France and Canada. (Reuters) 3. Nations gather in Geneva to again confront the world’s spiraling plastic pollution crisis: Nations kicked off a meeting on Tuesday to try to complete a landmark treaty aimed at ending the plastic pollution crisis that affects every ecosystem and person on the planet. (AP) -US Events- 1. Governor Abbott orders arrest of absent Texas House Democrats: Texas's 150-member House requires two-thirds presence to conduct business, but at least 51 Democrats holding 62 seats left the state, preventing votes and delaying disaster aid after recent catastrophic floods. Abbott referenced a 2021 legal opinion from Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton—though not legally binding—to assert that Democrats had lost their legislative seats and might have committed felonies, while Democrats dismissed his claims as baseless distractions without legal merit. (GroundNews) 2. Florida Arrests over 40 Pedophiles in Undercover Operation, 7 on ICE Holds: Forty-eight individuals have been arrested following what Uthmeier’s office described as a “six-day undercover operation targeting online child predators.” A press release notes that this marks the “highest number of arrests ever made during this annual joint effort to protect Florida children from exploitation and abuse.” (Breitbart) 3. US DOJ to open grand jury to investigate Obama officials: U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal prosecutors to launch a grand jury investigation into allegations that members of Democratic former President Barack Obama's administration manufactured intelligence on Russia's interference in the 2016 elections, a source familiar with the matter said on Monday. (Reuters) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Trump Administration Targets “Operation Chokepoint 2.0” with New Executive Order: Trump's executive order aims to shield crypto firms and conservative groups from alleged discriminatory banking practices by investigating and penalizing violations. (Blockonomi) 2. FinCEN Issues Warning on Bitcoin ATMs Used in Scams: FinCEN's latest advisory reveals that complaints involving "convertible virtual currency kiosks,” also called Bitcoin ATMs, skyrocketed 99% last year, with more than 10,956 incidents reported to the FBI's "Internet Crime Complaint Center." (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Central Banks Are Stockpiling Gold at Record Pace: Global central banks have added 166.5 tonnes of gold to their reserves during the second quarter of 2025, marking a 41% increase over the average gold accumulation seen between 2010 and 2021. (BitcoinSensus) (AC-Tariffs, BRICS, and general uncertainty are some causes, but the fraying of global Keynesian economics practices might be the ultimate cause.) -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. US Logistics Growth Slows: The Logistics Manager’s Index in the US declined to 59.2 in July 2025 from 60.7 in June, indicating a broader slowdown in the logistics sector. (TradingEconomics) 2. US 10-Year Yield Near 3-Month Low: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held around 4.2% on Tuesday, hovering near a three-month low as investors assessed global trade tensions and evolving Fed policy expectations. (TradingEconomics) 3. US Stocks Rebound to Start Week After Sharp Losses: Stocks in the US rebounded sharply Monday, with the S&P 500 rising 1.5%, snapping four-day losing streak, the Dow jumping 585 points and the Nasdaq surging 1.9%, as investors snapped up shares following Friday’s sell-off. The bounce was fueled by renewed hopes for a Fed rate cut in September following a weak July jobs report and downward revisions to prior months. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. The Secret Payments That Keep Global Ransomware Attacks Going: Cyber attacks—usually involving ransomware—are making the news almost every day, and experts say AI is being deployed to help the attackers find their targets more quickly. PurpleSec, a U.S. cybersecurity company, estimates that the average cost of a ransomware attack has risen since 2019 from $761,106 to $5.14 million today. Jenkinson said ransoms are almost always paid in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, which are harder to trace than bank transfers. (ZeroHedge) -Technology and Science- 1. ChatGPT adds mental health guardrails after bot 'fell short in recognizing signs of delusion': Starting Monday, the popular chatbot app will prompt users to take breaks from lengthy conversations. The tool will also soon shy away from giving direct advice about personal challenges, instead aiming to help users decide for themselves by asking questions or weighing pros and cons. (NBC) -Bitcoin Community- 1. What Is the Bitcoin Rainbow Chart and How to Use It?: Imagine plotting Bitcoin’s price on a graph that doesn’t just scale up in a straight line, but curves logarithmically to plot the price action. Those lines have layers of a series of colour bands, red at the top through yellow and green, down to blues and purples at the bottom. Each shade shows a different stage of market sentiment, from bearish to bullish. Since this is a long term tool, it is more useful to the long term investors. Those investors who are willing to hold Bitcoin over a Bitcoin price cycle can benefit from this. (CoinTrust) (AC-The rainbow chart has been a useful tool to many hodlers for years. Though most Bitcoiners suggest daily cost averaging, sometimes when the price hits the lower bands of the chart, we might through in a little extra. Not financial advice.) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 60/100 (Down 4 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 907,112 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 25JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Thailand-Cambodia Conflict Escalates / French Recognize Palestine / EU-US Trade Deal Near? / US DOJ Forms Team to Investigate Russia Hoax / Trump EO Allows Homeless Removals / Sig P320 Under Fire / IMF Says El Salvador Not Buying Bitcoin / Institutions Now Hold 10% BTC Supply / BTC ETFs Inflow Continue / Stocks Hit ATHs / OG Bitcoin Seller Drops BTC Price / Next Battle Will be Over Currency Supremacy Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $116,449, 34.89 oz Gold, .27 Median US House 24hr Hi: $119,535/ Lo: $114,759 Volume: 97B (Up 31%) Mkt Cap: $2.31T (Down 2%) HashRate: 928 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 66%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Thailand warns clashes with Cambodia could 'move towards war': Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai added that the fighting now included heavy weapons and had spread to 12 locations along the border. Meanwhile, Thailand's foreign minister told the Reuters news agency that there was "no need" for third -party mediation in the conflict, even as global leaders appealed for an immediate ceasefire. (BBC) 2. US ‘strongly rejects’ French plan to recognize Palestine, Saudis hail ‘historic decision’: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio blasted French President Emmanuel Macron decision to recognize a Palestinian state as “reckless” while Saudi Arabia described it as “historic” as world reactions to the plan poured in ahead of the UN General Assembly meeting in September. (France24) 3. EU Turns Up Pressure With Trump Trade Deal 'In Reach': Brussels and Washington appear to be inching towards a deal with a baseline 15-percent US levy on EU goods, and potential carve-outs for critical sectors, multiple diplomats told AFP. (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. Bondi Forms ‘Strike Force’ to Investigate Gabbard’s Disclosures on Russia Collusion Hoax: The Department of Justice announced the formation of the strike force on Wednesday. The strike force will “assess the evidence publicized by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and investigate potential next legal steps which might stem from DNI Gabbard’s disclosures.” (Breitbart) 2. Trump signs executive order aimed at making it easier to remove homeless people from the streets: The president's order asks Attorney General Pam Bondi to "reverse judicial precedents and end consent decrees that limit state and local governments' ability to commit individuals on the streets who are a risk to themselves or others." (CBS) 3. Air Force suspends use of M18 pistols after airman’s death: Air Force Global Strike Command has pulled Sig Sauer M18 pistols from use following the July 20 death of an airman at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. The M18 pistol is one of two versions of the Sig Sauer P320 handgun. (DefenseNews) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. IMF Confirms El Salvador Is Not Buying More Bitcoin—Just Shuffling Wallets: IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack delivered the clarification during a regular press briefing on Thursday. Only hours before the IMF’s remarks, El Salvador’s official Bitcoin Office proclaimed on X: “EL SALVADOR JUST BOUGHT MORE BITCOIN,” attaching a screenshot that showed an 8 BTC purchase and a running total of 6,248.18 BTC. (Bitcoinist) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Institutions now hold over 10% of Bitcoin supply as demand outpaces BTC mining by 10x: The share of Bitcoin held by institutions, including ETFs, public companies, and investment trusts, has climbed from 4% over the past 18 months to an all-time high of over 10%. (CryptoSlate) 2. Bitcoin ETFs Record 226M Inflows After Three-Day Outflow Streak: Fidelity’s FBTC led with 106.6 million in inflows, followed by VanEck’s HODL at 46.4 million. (CoinMarketCap) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Steady: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held around 4.39% on Friday, stabilizing after sharp swings earlier in the week as investors digested ongoing trade developments and looked ahead to next week’s Federal Reserve policy decision. (TradingEconomics) 2. S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records on Alphabet Boost: The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq 100 closed at fresh record highs on Thursday, rising 0.1% and 0.2% respectively, supported by strong earnings from Alphabet that bolstered investor confidence in AI investments. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- NSTR -Bitcoin Community- 1. Bitcoin 'strength' index crashes as Galaxy Digital sales liquidate $500M | 4,291 BTC: Bitcoin traders continue to grapple with mass selling of "OG" BTC, but RSI values are already hinting at a recovery after a trip to single digits. Related, Galaxy Digital appears to offload bitcoin worth billions from OG whale trove. (CoinTelegraph/TheBlock) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Down 1 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): Forecast Friday: The following excerpt from ZeroHedge looks at where the global currency dominance battle might be headed: The dominance of currencies, especially in the digital world, will be the next focus of the U.S.–China trade war. The fear of US sanctions has spurred China to try to expand the use of the yuan in an alternative cross-border payment system. Currently, the U.S. dollar’s status as the global reserve currency and the primary currency used in international trade allows the United States to borrow more at a lower interest rate. If the reserve currency status of the U.S. dollar is shaken, it could also lead to the weakening of Washington’s borrowing power. The CCP is aware of this and has been working for years to replace the U.S. dollar with the yuan. Stablecoins are a “creative” response to the challenge and can theoretically enable unlimited purchase of U.S. Treasuries,” he said. “The sky is the limit.” By leveraging stablecoins, the U.S. dollar has extended its dominance from the physical to the virtual world and found more buyers of U.S. debt at a collective level comparable to China and Japan, according to Sun, who called the strategy “a genius move.” (ZeroHedge) Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 906,684 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 22JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Bangladesh Mourns Students Killed in Jet Crash / Gaza 'Hell on Earth' / Philippines Step Up to Deterrence / House Speaker Says Obama May be Subpoenaed / MLK Assassination Docs Released / ICE to 'Flood' NYC / BOJ May Ease USD Liquidity / New Yuan-Backed Stablecoin for B&I Countries / JPMorgan May Loan Against Bitcoin / Trump Media Owns $2B Worth of BTC / SpaceX Moves BTC / US Stocks Up / Zero Trust Takes Off / Apple To Take AI Privacy Seriously / Quantum Bitcoin Summit Maps Path Forward Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $119,299, 35.15 oz Gold, .28 Median US House 24hr Hi: $119,310 / Lo: $116,233 Volume: 75B (Up 12%) Mkt Cap: $2.37T (Up 1%) HashRate: 902 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 33%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Grief and anger in Bangladesh as death toll from military training jet's crash into school hits 31: Hundreds of students protested near the site of the crash of a Bangladesh air force training jet into a school in the nation's capital, demanding accountability, compensation for victims' families and the halt of training flights. The death toll from the crash rose to 31 on Tuesday, including 25 students. (CBS) 2. Gaza is ‘hell on earth’ with doctors fainting from hunger, UN says, with snipers operating as if with ‘license to kill’: The head of the UN Palestinian Refugee Agency said on Tuesday that its staff members as well as doctors and humanitarian workers are fainting on duty due to hunger and exhaustion. (TheGuardian) (AC-Biased reporting on all sides is preventing a clear perspective on what is really happening in Gaza, but what is clear is that Gaza is indeed 'hell on earth' right now.) 3. Hegseth, Philippine President Meet to Advance Deterrence in Indo-Pacific: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosted Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Pentagon today, where the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and discussed shared security concerns in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as recent advances in the long-standing U.S.-Philippines alliance. (DoD) -US Events- 1. House Speaker Mike Johnson Says Congress Might Subpoena Obama over Russia Conspiracy: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) said Congress may subpoena former President Barack Obama for allegedly colluding with America’s intelligence agencies to tie President Donald Trump to Russia during the 2016 election. (Breitbart) 2. Gabbard Releases Long-Classified Martin Luther King Jr. Assassination Files: The MLK Jr. files have been under a court-imposed seal since 1977, when the FBI first gathered the records and turned them over to the National Archives. There's a lot to dig through in the 243,496 pages—and X sleuths are already searching through it. (ZeroHedge) 3. Trump Administration to 'flood' NYC with more ICE agents after border patrol officer was shot: Both suspects in a botched robbery that left an off-duty border patrol officer injured on Saturday are now under arrest. Both suspects are undocumented immigrants from the Dominican Republic, officials say. Police say Aybar-Berroa was the alleged moped driver and had been arrested eight times between March and April last year on charges ranging from grand larceny to reckless endangerment and robbery. Tom Homan said sanctuary cities are now a priority and ICE agents will be targeting those areas in an effort to round up those here illegally. (ABC) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. BOJ’s Subtle Shift Could Explode Bitcoin Price: The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is stepping in to supply U.S. dollars against pooled collateral starting July 17. Arthur Hayes frames the BOJ’s action as the opening move in a new phase of global monetary easing that could drive capital into bitcoin as trust in fiat erodes. (BitcoinCom) (AC-'Nothing stops this train') -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Conflux Launches Offshore Yuan-Backed Stablecoin for Countries in China's Belt and Road Initiative: This stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the offshore Chinese yuan, aims to facilitate cross-border payments, particularly for countries involved in China’s Belt and Road Initiative. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Surely a part of the BRICS agenda to facilitate global trade away from the US Dollar.) -Institutional Concerns- 1. JPMorgan Explores Bitcoin, Ethereum-backed Loans in Jamie Dimon’s 180-degree Shift: JPMorgan Chase, the world’s largest bank, is planning to offer loans to clients using Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral, marking a significant shift in its stance on cryptocurrency. The bank’s about-face is likely driven by growing institutional demand for crypto assets and clearer regulatory guidelines in the US. (CoinGape) 2. Trump Media Announces Bitcoin Treasury Holdings Reached $2 Billion | 16,796 BTC: The company, which operates the social media platform Truth Social, the streaming platform Truth+, and the FinTech brand Truth.Fi, revealed that its Bitcoin Treasury holdings account for two-thirds of its nearly $3 billion in liquid assets. (BItcoinist) 3. SpaceX moves $150 million in bitcoin after three-year dormancy: The reason for the transaction remains unclear. Following the latest transaction, SpaceX currently holds 6,977 BTC, valued at about $825 million. (TheBlock) -Economic Indicators- 1. S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit New Records on Earnings: US stocks advanced on Monday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting fresh record highs as a strong start to earnings season overshadowed concerns about looming tariffs. The Dow added more than 200 points, lifted by solid gains in tech heavyweights such as Meta, Amazon, and Alphabet. So far, over 85% of S&P 500 companies that have reported results have topped expectations. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Assessing the Role of AI in Zero Trust: By 2025, Zero Trust has evolved from a conceptual framework into an essential pillar of modern security. More than 80% of organizations plan to implement Zero Trust strategies by 2026, according to a recent Zscaler report. AI is key to managing that scale, playing a critical role across all five of CISA's Zero Trust pillars—identity, devices, networks, applications, and data. (HackerNews) (AC-Amazing how a foundational concept in Bitcoin blockchain has spread to so many other areas of cybersecurity. AI may introduce some trust issues, however.) -Technology and Science- 1. Apple Intelligence Takes Privacy Seriously With On-Device Features, Zero-Data ChatGPT: The latest update revolves around addressing the privacy, which is perhaps the largest issue when using ChatGPT and other LLMs. Apple teamed up with OpenAI to introduce ChatGPT functionality to Siri and system-wide writing features. But in contrast to standard ChatGPT use cases, the company provides a level of privacy that few other platforms can match. (TechTimes) -Bitcoin Community- 1. The Quantum Bitcoin Summit: A Grounded Look At The Issues: There are almost 2 million coins locked in P2PK addresses that are vulnerable to long range quantum attack. That is almost 10% of the entire supply of bitcoin. We are already capable of minimal viable solutions now, we should get those into a reasonable state and then continue monitoring the situation for signs that we should collectively allocate more resources to the issue. (BitcoinMag) (AC- A rather long article with grounded assessments of the state of the quantum threat to Bitcoin holders. DYOR on this subject but don't ignore it.) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 72/100 (Up 1 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 906,513 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 21JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Syria Internal Conflict Pauses / IDF Hits Yemen Port With Drones / Russia Strikes Kyiv Ahead of Talks / DNI Gabbard Accuses Obama of Coup / CBP Officer Shot in NYC by Illegal / GENIUS Bill Signed, Ether Up / UK Prepares to Sell Bitcoin / China UST Holdings Drop for 3rd Month / Block Joins S&P500 / Voice AI Scams FL Woman / Yahoo Japan Mandates AI Productivity Gains / Bitcoin Devs Fix Bug Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $118,417, 35.22 oz Gold, .28 Median US House 24hr Hi: $119,671 / Lo: $118,417 Volume: 67B (Up 40%) Mkt Cap: $2.35T (Up 1%) HashRate: 900 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 50%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Ceasefire in southern Syria appears to be holding as US demands Damascus end violence: The Syrian government says clashes in the southern city of Suwayda have stopped after a week of violence left hundreds of people dead, drawing Israeli intervention and US condemnation. (CNN) 2. In first, IDF officials say Yemen strikes were carried out with drones, not fighter jets: All previous IAF strikes in Yemen, located some 1,800 kilometers from Israel, involved dozens of fighter jets, refuelers, and spy planes. (TimesOfIsrael) 3. Russia Strikes Ukraine After Kyiv Offers Fresh Talks: Russia fired a volley of drones and missiles at Ukraine early on Monday, hitting apartment blocks and a nursery in Kyiv, days after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed holding a fresh round of peace talks. (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. Tulsi Gabbard openly accuses Obama of longstanding effort to overthrow Trump in coup: Gabbard released declassified emails Friday and claimed that they reveal a “treasonous conspiracy” committed by former President Barack Obama and his officials over the investigation surrounding Russian interference in the 2016 election. Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, former CIA Director John Brennan, and former FBI Director James Comey were cited in the DNI memo. (IndependentUK) 2. Off-duty CBP officer shot in face during robbery at NYC park by suspect ID’d as illegal migrant, career criminal: The suspect has been identified as Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, a 21-year-old Dominican national with a lengthy rap sheet in New York according to sources — but he was let go each time he was busted, despite having a deportation order. (NYPost) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. President Trump Signs Stablecoin Bill, Capping Off 'Crypto Week': The GENIUS Act, signed by President Trump, legalizes stablecoins in the U.S., providing clear rules for their issuance and trading. This legislation is expected to spark interest from banks, traditional finance players, and major retailers in adopting stablecoins. (Decrypt) 2. GENIUS Act is helping Ethereum ‘have its moment,’ Bernstein says: "The GENIUS Act was signed by the U.S. President on Friday. Stablecoins are now legal digital cash. And given stablecoin’s dominant rail, Ethereum is having its moment finally - ETH is up ~45% in the last 2 weeks," analysts at Bernstein said. (TheBlock) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. UK Moves to Sell Billions in Confiscated Bitcoin Assets: The UK Home Office is preparing to sell a massive stockpile of bitcoin seized from criminals, potentially netting the Treasury billions to address budget pressures. The haul of forfeited bitcoin (BTC), estimated to be worth billions, includes approximately 61,245 BTC confiscated during law enforcement operations. (BitcoinCom) 2. China's US Treasury Holdings Fell to Lowest Level Since 2009 in May: China has sold off more of its U.S. Treasury holdings, bringing its current total to $756.3 billion, the lowest level since March 2009. While some may not consider this significant, it marks the third consecutive month of declines. (BitcoinCom) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Jack Dorsey's Bitcoin-centric Block Inc to join S&P 500 this week: "It’s a milestone that reflects the strength of our business and the work of thousands of people building tools to increase access to the economy, across our brands including Square, Cash App, Afterpay, TIDAL, Proto, and Bitkey," (TheBlock) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Falls for 4th Session: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note fell to around 4.4% on Monday, sliding for the fourth consecutive session as investors focused on trade developments and upcoming economic indicators. (TradingEconomics) 2. U.S. Aims for Last-Minute Trade Pact with EU Ahead of Tariffs: U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said he was confident the U.S. and the EU could reach a trade deal before August 1, which he called a "hard deadline" for new tariffs. In an interview with CBS, Lutnick said there was “plenty of room” for agreement and expressed optimism. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Florida woman scammed out of $15K by AI cloning her daughter’s voice: ‘I know my daughter’s cry’: Sharon Brightwell said she got a call last Wednesday that sounded exactly like her adult daughter, April Monroe, sobbing and panicking on the other end of the line and telling her that she had hit a heavily pregnant woman while texting and driving. (NYPOst) -Technology and Science- 1. Yahoo Japan Requires All 11,000 Employees to Use Generative AI to Double Productivity by 2028: Yahoo Japan is now mandating that all of its 11,000 employees start using generative AI and utilizing its capabilities, features, and more to improve their workflow. (TechTimes) (AC-An indicator of future employment?) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Bitcoin Developers Finally Fix Long-Running Bug: Bitcoin Core developers have patched a 5-year-old disk fill bug that has been causing issues for full node operators since 2020. The bug, which involves attackers forcing excessive data writes to victims' hard drives, has finally been addressed in the latest Bitcoin Core release. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 71/100 (Down 3 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 904,444 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 07JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Trump Meets Netanyahu for Gaza Peace Talks / BRICs Affiliated Countries May See Higher Tariffs / IDF Hits Houthi Targets / Japan May Give Philippines Warship / Texas Floods Result in Over 80 Deaths / Musk to Form New Political Party / FBI Memo Says Epstein List Didn't Exist, May be Fake / Sen Lummis Intros $300 Crypto Tax Exemption / US Employment Up / Canadian Woman Lost $1.3M in Bitcoin in Sim Swap / Whale Moves 80K BTC / Bitcoin Core Dev Arrested, Released in El Salvador / Jack Dorsey Releases Bluetooth "BitChat" App Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $108,671, 32.90 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $109,731 / Lo: $108,076 Volume: 40B (Up 32%) Mkt Cap: $2.16T (Even) HashRate: 882 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Trump hosts Netanyahu, eyes Israel-Hamas deal 'this week': Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet US President Donald Trump on Monday after Trump voiced hope for a Gaza hostage deal "this week." Indirect Israel-Hamas talks resumed Sunday in Doha, seeking a ceasefire and hostage-prisoner swap. 2.Trump Says BRICS-Aligned Countries to Face Additional 10% Tariffs: Trump's announcement followed the BRICS annual summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where leaders condemned rising tariffs and trade restrictions as inconsistent with WTO rules. (GroundNews) 3. Israel carries out strikes on Houthi-controlled power station, ports across Yemen: The Israel Defense Forces confirmed early Monday morning that airstrikes carried out by some 20 fighter jets targeted multiple Houthi targets in Yemen, including the ports of Hodeidah, Ras Isa and Salif, and the Ras Khatib power station. (TimesOfIsrael) 4. Japan eyes used warship transfer to Philippines in bid to counter China: Japan is looking to transfer secondhand Maritime Self-Defense Force Abukuma-class destroyer escorts to the Philippines, in what would mark Tokyo’s first export of an entire major naval platform in decades. (JapanTimes) -US Events- 1. Texas braces for more rain as death toll mounts to at least 82 with dozens missing: Rescuers are still searching for at least 41 missing people, according to state and local officials. Among them are 10 girls and one counselor from Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp along the Guadalupe River that rose more than 20 feet in less than two hours during the peak of the flooding early on the Fourth of July. (CNN) 2. Musk says he is forming new political party after fallout with Trump: Musk’s criticism of the BB bill was the catalyst for a major falling out between the two men last month. “When it comes to bankrupting our country with waste & graft, we live in a one-party system, not a democracy,” Musk said on his social media platform, X. “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” (CNN) (AC-Musk also tweeted that the new party would embrace bitcoin.) 3. FBI Concludes Jeffrey Epstein Had No Clients, Didn't Blackmail Anyone, And Definitely Killed Himself: Deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein and his colleague, Ghislaine Maxwell, were both charged by the Justice Department with sex trafficking—and Maxwell was convicted. But according to the DOJ, the two apparently didn’t have any clients. “This systematic review revealed no incriminating ‘client list.’ There was also no credible evidence found that Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals as part of his actions. (ZeroHedge) (AC-Initial reports show this memo may in fact be fake.) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Senator Lummis Introduces Digital Asset Tax Legislation: The bill proposes a $300 exemption for small Bitcoin and crypto transactions, defers taxes on mining and staking until assets are sold. (BitcoinMag) (AC-Obviously too small to make much of a difference to holders.) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Steady as Tariff Deadline Moved: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held near 4.33% on Monday, as markets digested President Donald Trump’s confirmation that sweeping reciprocal tariffs will take effect on August 1. (TradingEconomics) 2. US Nonfarm Payrolls Beat Forecasts: US nonfarm payrolls rose by 147K in June 2025, following an upwardly revised 144K in May and well above forecasts of 110K. The reading was also in line with the average monthly gain of 146K over the prior 12 months. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Canadian Woman Sues After $1.3M in Bitcoin Vanishes in SIM-Swap Scam: Canadian woman Raelene Vandenbosch is embroiled in a multi-million dollar legal battle, alleging she lost 12.57969337 bitcoins, now valued at approximately $1,359,246, to a sophisticated SIM-swapping scam. Her lawsuit, filed against telecom company Rogers Communications and Match Transact Inc., attributes the devastating loss to a security lapse by a cellphone store employee. The hacker, now in control of her digital identity, swiftly gained access to her cryptocurrency wallets on Ledger and Shakepay, ultimately pilfering all the bitcoins. (BitcoinCom) -Technology and Science- 1.Twitter Co-founder Jack Dorsey Enters the Decentralized Chat Race With BitChat Bluetooth Mesh App: BitChat enables encrypted chats over Bluetooth with no SIM, servers, or internet. Messages are relayed through up to 7 nearby devices using a decentralized mesh network and the app supports iOS/macOS with AES-256 encryption and anonymous session keys. BitChat offers offline group chats, dummy messages, and emergency data wipes.(Blockonomi) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Bitcoin Core Developer Arrested in El Salvador For Allegedly Calling Neighbor ‘Stupid’: The developer Jon Atack says he has now been released but was allegedly detained and faced up to eight years in prison after his Salvadoran neighbor accused him of calling her “stupid” during a dispute over a piece of land. (BitcoinCom) 2. Bitcoin Whale Moves 80,000 BTC in Address Upgrade, Not Sell-Off, Analysts Say: Bitcoin markets briefly reacted after a massive 80,000 BTC transfer sparked speculation across the crypto community. However, blockchain analysts say the move likely reflects a wallet upgrade, not a sell-off. The transactions, worth over $8 billion, originated from legacy addresses and now sit in modern formats. (Blockonomi) (AC-Not a small stack) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 73/100 (Even) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 903,824 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 03JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: US Agreement Sources Rare Minerals / Columbia's New Narco Sub Was Unmanned, Used Starlink / House To Vote On Spending Bill / Judge Blocks Trump Order Blocking Asylum Claims / July 4th Celebrations Canceled in LA / Stablecoins Vs. Bitcoin / IMF Says No to Pakistan Bitcoin Plan / $14B Gain For MSTR Last Quarter / Genius Group Teaches AI, HODLs BTC / US M2 Supply Up, USD Index Down / Wrench Attacker Had Finger Bit Off / 40 Firefox Add-Ons Steal Your Crypto / New AI Model Mimics Human Mind / Hal Finney Foretold Bitcoin Banks Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $109,577, 32.74 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $110,293 / Lo: $107,225 Volume: 56B (Up 18%) Mkt Cap: $2.18T (Up 2%) HashRate: 866 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. ‘Quad’ nations announce critical minerals initiative amid China concerns: Top diplomats from “the Quad” nations of Australia, India, Japan and the United States have agreed to work more closely to secure supply chains for critical minerals, including rare earths — a sector dominated by China — in a bid to cut back their reliance on Beijing. (JapanTimes) 2. Colombia seizes first unmanned narco-submarine with Starlink antenna: The Colombian navy on Wednesday seized its first unmanned narco-submarine, equipped with a Starlink antenna, off the Caribbean coast. No drugs were found, but officials and regional security sources suspect it was a trial run for automated cocaine trafficking, navy and Western sources told AFP. (France24) -US Events- 1. House nearing final vote on Trump's "big, beautiful bill": The House voted 219-213 overnight Wednesday, after hours of delay, to advance President Trump's "big, beautiful bill" for debate before a final vote. GOP leaders had to overcome pushback over changes the Senate made to the legislation.(CBS) 2. Judge Blocks Trump's Order Barring Illegal Border Crossers From Claiming Asylum: A federal judge on July 2 ruled against a Trump administration directive that blocked foreign nationals who cross the U.S.–Mexico border illegally from seeking asylum. The president cannot “adopt an alternative immigration system, which supplants the statutes that Congress has enacted,” Judge Moss wrote in the order. (EpochTimes) 3. Some 4th of July Celebrations Canceled in L.A. Area; Anti-ICE Protests Continue: Celebrating the Fourth of July is proving too dangerous for municipalities in the Los Angeles area, prompting them to cancel planned celebrations due to concerns about enforcement actions by U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE) agents. (Breitbart) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Bitcoin vs stablecoins showdown looms as GENIUS Act nears: There’s been an unprecedented tailwind in Washington DC this year for stablecoins. From the embrace of the assets by politicians and the industry to the GENIUS stablecoin legislation passing the Senate, 2025 marks an important turning point. Stablecoins and Bitcoin would seem to have two irreconcilable aims — the former supports the existing fiat based financial system and the latter wants to overthrow it. “Stablecoins also play a key role in expanding Bitcoin adoption,” said Lawant. “For many users, stablecoins’ lack of fiat price volatility makes them a more familiar on-ramp to digital wallet infrastructure and maybe even to blockchain-based finance. This can eventually lead them to explore Bitcoin.” (CoinTelegraph) (AC-There are several scenarios when looking at stablecoins and Bitcoin, yet the most likely one is a transitionary period where stablecoins become used more often and Bitcoin is seen as the best store of value. This might continue until deterministic fiat crisis' result in loss of trust and Bitcoin, coupled with better P2P technologies, becomes the dominant world currency.) 2. IMF Rejects Pakistan’s Bid to Subsidise Power for Crypto Mining: The International Monetary Fund has said no to Pakistan's proposal to offer subsidised electricity tariffs to crypto mining operations, dealing a blow to the country's ambitious plans to become a regional crypto hub just two months after it announced a strategic Bitcoin reserve. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Strategy Set to Book $14B Gain as Saylor’s Bet Shakes Wall Street: Michael Saylor’s Strategy is set to deliver a staggering $14 billion | 127,606 BTC unrealized profit in Q2, propelled by bitcoin’s surge and a pivotal accounting change that could cement his company’s place alongside Wall Street powerhouses like JPMorgan and Amazon. (BitcoinCom) 2. AI Education Firm Genius Group Boosts Bitcoin Treasury Stash: Genius Group Limited, a Singapore-based AI-powered education firm, has doubled its bitcoin reserves since a US court lifted an injunction on Bitcoin acquisitions. The company aims to acquire 1,000 BTC within six months to further its mission of educating learners on AI, digital finance, and community values. (Decrypt) (AC-Interesting mix of business) -Economic Indicators- 1. Weakening dollar and M2 influx set stage for possible Bitcoin surge in H2: M2, a key measure that includes cash, checking accounts, savings, and money market deposits, hit $21.94 trillion by the end of May. Year over year, M2 has grown by 4.5%. Meanwhile, the sharp rise in liquidity comes at a time of historic weakness for the US dollar. The Kobeissi Letter notes that the Dollar Index dropped by 10.8% during the first half of 2025. (CryptoSlate) (AC-'Nothing stops this train.' -Security Concerns- 1. Crypto Billionaire Bit Off Attacker’s Finger in Attempted Kidnapping: In court last week, billionaire crypto investor and entrepreneur Tim Heath shared his experience of being attacked in a failed kidnapping attempt last year. Ambushed outside his apartment last year by individuals posing as painters, Heath bit off part of his assailant's finger in the attempted kidnapping. Attackers tracked his movements using GPS, fake passports, and burner phones. Heath has invested €2.7 million in personal security following the violent incident. (Decrypt) 2. Over 40 fake Firefox add-ons impersonating major crypto wallets linked to active credential theft campaign: The fake extensions impersonated legitimate tools from major crypto services such as Coinbase and MetaMask. After users install these counterfeit extensions, they would secretly collect sensitive wallet information, potentially exposing victims' crypto assets to theft. (TheBlock) (AC-Never input your keys into anything other than your cold wallet.) -Technology and Science- 1. Scientists Use A.I. to Mimic the Mind, Warts and All: To better understand human cognition, scientists trained a large language model on 10 million psychology experiment questions. It now answers questions much like we do. All told, 160 experiments were chosen for LLaMA to train on, including over 10 million responses from more than 60,000 volunteers. We essentially taught it to mimic the choices that were made by the human participants,” Dr. Binz said. (NYTimes) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Hal Finney’s 2010 “Bitcoin Backed Banks” Prediction Is Coming True Now: Hal Finney, the famous cryptographer and the first ever recipient of a Bitcoin transaction, foresaw a prominent future for BTC. In 2010, he envisioned the development of Bitcoin-backed banks and the status of BTC beyond a mere asset. Now, after fifteen years, that prediction is taking shape in 2025. Erebor, a proposed US-backed Bitcoin bank, and many other BTC reserve-driven fintech platforms are in formation. (CoinGape) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 73/100 (Up 10 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 903.656 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 02JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Iran Quits UN's IAEA / Possible Ceasefire in Gaza / US Munitions Headed to Ukraine Held Up / Big Beautiful Bill Passes Senate, No Bitcoin Amendments In It / Musk and Trump At It Again / AZ Gov. Hobbs Vetoes Another Crypto Bill / Gold, Silver Now Legal Tender in Texas / Lots of Businesses Now Have Bitcoin Treasuries / How Does Bitcoin OTC Purchases Affect Price? / Don't Click on Those PDFs in Your Email / Amazon's Robots Now Outnumber Humans / Wallet of Satoshi Back in the US / $500 Investment in 2012 Results in $10M (100BTC=100BTC) Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,381, 32.15 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $107,877 / Lo: $105,157 Volume: $48B (Up 10%) Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Up 1%) HashRate: 871 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 50%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Iran Suspends Cooperation With UN Nuclear Watchdog: Iran on Wednesday formally suspended its cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, a measure drawn up in the wake of unprecedented Israeli and US strikes on the Islamic republic's nuclear sites. Tehran has lambasted the UN agency for a resolution adopted on June 12 that accuses Iran of non-compliance with its nuclear obligations. Iranian officials said the resolution was among the "excuses" for the Israeli attacks. (IBTimes) 2. Trump says Israel has agreed to conditions for 60-day Gaza ceasefire: In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that during the proposed ceasefire the US would "work with all parties to end the War". He did not provide details on what the ceasefire would entail. "The Qataris and Egyptians, who have worked very hard to help bring Peace, will deliver this final proposal. I hope... that Hamas takes this Deal, because it will not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE," Trump wrote. (BBC) 3. US pauses some munitions shipments to Ukraine: The Trump administration is pausing some weapons shipments to Ukraine, including air defense missiles, following a review of military spending and American support to foreign countries. (CNN) -US Events- 1. Vance casts tiebreaking vote after Republicans betray Trump's 'big, beautiful bill': After a record-breaking 27-hour voting marathon, the Senate narrowly passed Trump's "big, beautiful bill" in a 51-50 vote. Vice President JD Vance cast the tiebreaking vote after three Senate Republicans — Susan Collins of Maine, Thom Tillis of North Carolina, and Rand Paul of Kentucky — voted against the legislation. (TheBlaze) 2. Tesla stock price sinks as Musk and Trump feud over spending bill: he Tesla founder and CEO wrote on X that the bill would "destroy millions of jobs in America." He also suggested on Monday that, should the bill pass, he would form a new political party and support primary challenges against any Republicans who voted in favor of the legislation. President Trump clapped back early Tuesday, noting the enormous federal subsidies Musk's various companies receive from the government and suggesting that DOGE — which Musk led before stepping down late May — look into any spending flowing into Musk's empire. (CBS) (AC-Still feels manufactured.) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Arizona Governor Hobbs Vetoes Digital Asset Reserve Bill, Stalling State Crypto Agenda: HB 2324 sought to fund a state crypto reserve using assets seized in criminal cases. Gov. Katie Hobbs warned removing seized coins from local agencies could hinder joint investigations. (Blockonomi) (AC- Her 3rd veto against crypto and bitcoin. Obviously not a fan of it.) 2. Texas makes gold, silver legal tender following governor’s approval: Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill into law allowing Texas residents to use precious metals for “day-to-day financial transactions” starting in May 2027. (CoinTelegraph) 3. Bitcoin Tax Exemptions Don't Make It Into Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill': The U.S. Senate narrowly passed President Donald Trump’s reconciliation bill without key tax amendments benefiting crypto users. Despite efforts by pro-crypto senators and industry leaders, the amendments were not included due to time constraints. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. 250 businesses are holding BTC on their balance sheets: Some 26 companies added the asset to their balance sheet, bringing the total number of companies with Bitcoin in their treasuries up to 250. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-No other grounding facts are in the article's assertions, but cursory news searches confirm increased BTC treasuries over the last 6 months.) 2. Why On-Chain Metrics Miss the Full Picture of Institutional Bitcoin Buying: U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw nearly $4 billion | 37,111 BTC in inflows during the month, despite muted on-chain activity. Such transactions are structured to avoid public visibility, either taking place off-chain or ending up in wallets that don't move much. (Decrypt) (AC-The OTC market, mostly via Coinbase, is where all this action takes place, creating a type of bifurcated market for BTC. Unlike the silver market, this dual market will still be closely price correlated due to BTC's finite supply, but may diverge in the short term. The threat to true price discovery would come if Coinbase didn't maintain 1:1 custodies (rehypothecation). -Economic Indicators- 1. US Mortgage Rates Lowest in Nearly 3 Months: The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances in the US fell by 9bps to 6.79% in the week ended June 27th. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Hackers Using PDFs to Impersonate Microsoft, DocuSign, and More in Callback Phishing Campaigns: "A significant portion of email threats with PDF payloads persuade victims to call adversary-controlled phone numbers, displaying another popular social engineering technique known as Telephone-Oriented Attack Delivery (TOAD), also known as callback phishing," n analysis of phishing emails with PDF attachments between May 5 and June 5, 2025, has revealed Microsoft and Docusign to be the most impersonated brands. NortonLifeLock, PayPal, and Geek Squad are among the most impersonated brands in TOAD emails with PDF attachments. (TechTimes) (AC-A simple look through your junk email filters will reveal a number of these phishing attempts. Don't fall for it.) -Technology and Science- 1. Amazon's Robots Are About to Outnumber Its 1.1 Million Warehouse Workers: The Seattle giant recently said that more than one million robots now operate in its worldwide fulfillment center network, moving ever closer to eclipsing its 1.1 million human warehousing workers. Amazon's robots perform backbreaking work like lifting, sorting, and stowing—tasks that are physically demanding and can be repetitive or risky for human labor. The machines, in Amazon's view, are meant to augment the workforce and not displace it. (TechTimes) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Wallet of Satoshi Launches Self-Custodial Lightning Wallet on Spark, Returns to the US Market: After leaving the U.S. market in 2023, Wallet of Satoshi aims to re-enter the market with this new self-custodial feature, which seeks to overcome previous limitations related to liquidity and channel management, providing a seamless experience for users. The private beta version is now available, inviting interested users to participate in the testing phase. (BitcoinCom) 2. Bitcoin holder unlocks $10 million | 93.07 BTC from rare Casascius bar bought for $500 | 465,367 sats: A long-time Bitcoin holder has finally cracked open one of the rarest physical Bitcoin collectibles in existence—a Casascius bar loaded with 100 BTC. The collector, who goes by the name John Galt on the Bitcoin Talk forum, originally bought the bar in 2012 for just $500. 13 years later, he redeemed it when the top crypto crossed the $100,000 mark, unlocking a fortune now worth over $10 million. In effect, he saw a return of nearly 2,000,000% on his modest 2012 investment. (CryptoSlate) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 63/100 (Down 1 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 903.523 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 01JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Russia Launches Biggest Attack Yet / Hong Kong Crackdown Continues / Idaho University Killer Pleads Guilty / US DOJ Sues LA / Senate to Vote on BBB Today / SCOTUS Rules IRS Can Scoop Crypto Exchange Data / Kazakhstan May Start Crypto Reserve / Trump's Stablecoin Takes 2nd Place / Hut8 Goes to Dubai / BTC ETFs Continue 15-day Streak / DOJ Hits N. Korean Hackers / ICC Targeted in Cyber Attack / Apple May Outsource AI / Fold Card Hits Snags Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $106,689, 31.85 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $107,870 / Lo: $106,346 Volume: $43B (Up 14%) Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Down 1%) HashRate: 877 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Russia launches the biggest aerial attack since the start of the war, Ukraine says: Russia fired a total of 537 aerial weapons at Ukraine, including 477 drones and decoys and 60 missiles, Ukraine’s air force said. Of these, 249 were shot down and 226 were lost, likely having been electronically jammed. Russia has recently been improving its drone technology as well as its tactics, striking Ukraine with increasing success. (AP) 2. Hong Kong’s security net extends beyond arrests as small businesses pressured: It’s been years since mass arrests all but silenced pro-democracy activism in Hong Kong. But a crackdown on dissent in the semiautonomous Chinese city is still expanding, hitting restaurants, bookstores and other small businesses. Those critical of the city’s political changes say it’s a less visible side of a push to silence dissent that began five years ago, (AP) (AC-Tyranny is alive and well.) -US Events- 1. Bryan Kohberger to plead guilty to killing 4 University of Idaho students: Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students as part of a deal with prosecutors to avoid the death penalty. Kohberger, 30, is accused in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home near campus in Moscow, Idaho, in November 2022. Autopsies showed the four were all likely asleep when they were attacked, some had defensive wounds and each was stabbed multiple times. (ChicagoTribune) 2. Trump administration sues Mayor Karen Bass, L.A. City Council over sanctuary policy: The lawsuit, filed by the Trump administration in California’s Central District federal court, said the country is “facing a crisis of illegal immigration” and that its efforts to address it “are hindered by Sanctuary Cities such as the City of Los Angeles, which refuse to cooperate or share information, even when requested, with federal immigration authorities.” (LATimes) 3. Senate Set To Begin 'Vote-a-Rama' On $3.3 Trillion Megabill Monday Morning: The vote-a-rama will allow senators to introduce an unlimited number of amendments to the bill, a procedure typically used during budget reconciliation debates. Each amendment will be considered and voted on in rapid succession before the chamber proceeds to a final up-or-down vote. Only a simple majority of 51 votes is needed for passage. The final vote on the so-called "megabill" could come as early as Monday evening, provided Senate rules and timelines are met. (IBTimes) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Supreme Court confirms IRS right to access customer data from crypto exchanges without warrant: The United States Supreme Court has allowed a lower court ruling to stand, granting the Internal Revenue Service broad authority to access customer data from cryptocurrency exchanges. The outcome solidifies the government’s authority to compel crypto exchanges to turn over vast amounts of customer transaction data. (CryptoSlate) (AC- This ruling does not affect P2P transactions.) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. National Bank of Kazakhstan to Establish Cryptocurrency Reserve: The Kazinform International News Agency reported that the National Bank of the country had openly acknowledged the consideration of such a reserve, revealing that its “formation and management, including the development of the crypto-reserve at the grounds of the National Bank affiliate” was being studied in depth. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Note that the country is 'considering' a reserve, not committed.) 2. USD1 Surpasses USDC as Second Most-Traded Stablecoin: World Liberty Financial’s stablecoin, USD1, has overtaken USDC in daily trading volume for the first time ever. Today, USD1 hit $3.37 billion in 24-hour volume, making it the second most-traded stablecoin of the day, behind the industry’s leader, USDT. (BitcoinSensus) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Trump-linked Hut 8 Expands to Dubai, Raises $220 Million for Bitcoin and Mining Infrastructure: The company owns American Bitcoin, co-founded by Eric Trump, with plans to go public via a merger with Gryphon Digital Mining. (Decrypt) 2. Bitcoin ETFs’ inflow streak hits 15 days, pulling in nearly $5 billion | 46,909 BTC as BTC hovers below all-time highs. (TheBlock) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Hits 2-Month Low: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note dropped to around 4.22% on Tuesday, its lowest level in two months, as mounting concerns over the US fiscal outlook and trade-related uncertainties pressured sentiment. (TradingEconomics) 2. S&P 500, Nasdaq Climb to New Highs: US stocks rose on Monday as investors aimed to close out a volatile first half of 2025 with fresh record highs. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both gained 0.5%, extending their all-time highs, while the Dow added 207 points, supported by strong performances from Big Tech giants like Microsoft and Meta, which also reached new peaks. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. North Korean Nationals Charged by DOJ for Posing as Remote Devs to Steal $1M: Federal prosecutors revealed that four North Korean nationals posed as remote developers to steal nearly $1 million | 9.3 BTC in crypto from an Atlanta-based blockchain startup. The defendants operated in the UAE before infiltrating U.S. and Serbian crypto firms, using fake identification documents to launder stolen funds. (Decrypt) 2. International Criminal Court targeted by new ‘sophisticated’ attack: The ICC credited its “alert and response mechanisms” for “swiftly” discovering, confirming and containing the attack. It did not comment on the attackers’ motives, nor on whether any sensitive information from its prosecutions had been compromised. (TheRecord) (AC-Both Russian and Israeli Presidents were recently targeted by ICC warrants for arrest. Both countries have strong cyber programs.) -Technology and Science- 1. Apple weighs using Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri in major reversal: Apple has had discussions with both companies about using their large language models for Siri, asking them to train versions of their LLMs that could run on Apple’s cloud infrastructure for testing. (CNBC) (AC-Efforts to create their own LLM for Siri have stalled.) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Fold Stock Falls as Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card Is Postponed: Fold Holdings (FLD) announced a delay in the rollout of its Fold Bitcoin Credit Card due to a key infrastructure partner exiting the credit card business. This news caused shares to drop over 7%, impacting the company's stock performance. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 64/100 (Down 2 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 903.388 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 30Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ 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 Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 902,934 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 27Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ 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. Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 902,808 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 26Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ 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- NSTR -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. Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 902,644 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 25Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ 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%) ---Reports--- -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) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -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. Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 901,50 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 16Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ 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) ---Reports--- -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) -Technology and Science- NSTR -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -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. Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 901,077 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ 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- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -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. Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 900,930 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 12Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ 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%) ---Reports--- -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) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -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. Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 900,773 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 11Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: US-China Trade Talks Reach Consensus / Israeli Navy Hits Yemen Port / FEMA to be Wound Down / LA Mayor Declares Small Area Curfew / Musk Expresses 'Regret' for Posts / Russia to Fine Solo Crypto Miners / Stablecoin CLARITY Act Heads to House / Connecticut Bans Government Crypto Involvement / Ukraine to Vote on Crypto Reserves / CPI Data Today / Courts to Settle 23&Me Genetic Data Debate / Predator Drone Seen Over LA / SpaceX Delays ISS Crew Launch / Bitcoin Nodes for Economic Purposes Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $109,302, 32.77 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $110,380 / Lo: $108,367 Volume: $51B (Down 10%) Mkt Cap: $2.17T (Even) HashRate: 903 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 200%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. US-China talks end with plan for Trump and Xi to approve: The US and China say they have agreed in principle to a framework for de-escalating trade tensions between the world's two biggest economies. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the deal should result in restrictions on rare earth minerals and magnets being resolved. (BBC) 2. Israeli navy attacks rebel-held Yemeni port city of Hodeida, a first in the conflict: Israel’s navy attacked docks in Yemen’s rebel-held port city of Hodeida on Tuesday, launching its first seaborne assault against the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels while warning more could come. The Israeli military said missile boats carried out the attack. (AP) -US Events- 1. Trump says FEMA to be wound down after hurricane season: The FEMA Review Council, created by Trump, will lead reforms to shift disaster response funding directly to the president’s office and reduce FEMA's role. The disaster relief fund holds $13 billion expected to last through September 30, while the White House requested $26 billion for next fiscal year disaster funding. (GroundNews) 2. LA Mayor Declares Local Emergency, Issues A Curfew For Downtown Los Angeles: LA mayor Karen Bass announced that a curfew will be put into effect for one square mile of downtown Los Angeles following four nights of violent, chaotic protests and looting, during which the LAPD arrested more than 150 people. (ZeroHedge) 3. Elon Musk Expresses ‘Regret’ for Posts About Trump — ‘They Went Too Far’: A contrite Elon Musk said he is sorry Wednesday for recent social media posts about President Donald Trump and expressed remorse for his actions. (Breitbart) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Russia to Fine Illegal Crypto Mining – Penalties Up to 2M Rubles ($25K): For individuals, participation in mining without meeting the established requirements will result in a fine of 100,000 to 200,000 rubles and the confiscation of the mined tokens. Penalties will also affect the field of settlements. Any use of digital currency as a means of payment outside experimental legal regimes will entail fines. (BitcoinSensus) (AC-The action signals the establishment of a Russian 'crypto' centralization for the purposes of dismantling the USD leadership. Economic freedom of citizens is not a priority.) 2. Crypto Regulation Clarity Act Heads to House Floor for Vote: The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act has passed through two House committees, with bipartisan support, and is now set for a full floor vote. The bill aims to redefine crypto regulation in the U.S., shifting oversight powers from the SEC to the CFTC. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Connecticut Bans Government Crypto Investments: Connecticut prohibits state and local governments from holding or accepting crypto. The new law, set to take effect in October 2025, blocks state and local authorities from buying, holding, or accepting digital assets. (Blockonomi) (AC- TDS reaction?) 2. Crypto asset reserve bill lands in Ukraine’s parliament: Although the bill would allow the National Bank of Ukraine to acquire crypto assets like Bitcoin as part of state reserves, it would not require the bank to do so. (CoinTelegraph) -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Steady Ahead of Inflation Data: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held steady at 4.47% on Wednesday, pausing after two consecutive declines, as investors turned cautious ahead of the latest CPI report. (TradingEconomics) 2. S&P 500 Posts 3rd Day Winning Streak: US stocks finished higher on Tuesday as investors kept a close watch on US-China trade talks, buoyed by comments from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who said negotiations were going “really, really well.” The S&P 500 climbed 0.5%, marking 3rd day wining streak, while the Dow added 105 points and the Nasdaq advanced 0.6%. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. States Challenge 23andMe Over Genetic Data Sale in Bankruptcy Deal: 27 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit against 23andMe, aiming to block the company from selling customers' personal DNA information without their consent. Regeneron, a pharmaceutical company, states that it intends to acquire 23andMe and assures that it will comply with all applicable privacy rules and laws. To help review the deal, a court-appointed privacy ombudsman has been tasked with investigating how the sale might impact users' personal information. That report is expected to be submitted to the court by Tuesday. (IBTimes) 2. Predator Drone Overwatch in LA Sparks Outrage: Is Trump Testing Martial Law Tactics in Blue America?: Flight trackers and aircraft data showed that an MQ-9 Reaper, a military-rated drone often employed in foreign combat areas, flew over LA during political protests. (TechTimes) -Technology and Science- 1. NASA, Partners Delay Axiom Mission 4, Reviewing ISS Launch Date: NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX are standing down from the launch opportunity on Wednesday, June 11, of Axiom Mission 4 to the International Space Station to allow additional time for SpaceX teams to repair a liquid oxygen leak identified during post-static fire Falcon 9 rocket inspections. (NASAgov) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Economic Bitcoin Nodes: Why You Need To Use Your Node For It To Matter: A node that is not being used for economics purposes is completely irrelevant to the consensus rules of the Bitcoin network at large. It creates no economic pressure, imposes no opportunity cost, on the rest of the network when it alters its consensus rules. It is indistinguishable from a participant in a sybil attack. Your node doesn’t matter, unless you use it. So use it. (BItcoinMag) (AC-A good description of node purposes and mechanics on the system whole. A good read for all Bitcoiners.) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 72/100 (Up 1 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): The Crypto Regulation Clarity Act’s advancement to a House vote signals a pivotal shift toward CFTC oversight, potentially easing regulatory burdens on Bitcoin and fostering institutional adoption. The continued push to institutionalize Bitcoin will highlight the debate on ultimate purposes of Satoshi's dream. Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 900,478 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Greta Arrested Near Israel / Russia Advances in Ukraine / LA ICE Riots Surreal, National Guard Mobilized by Trump, Nationwide Protests Planned / BRICS May Target Dollar Dominance in July / Saylor Downplays Quantum Threat / OpenAI Takes Down State Actors on ChatGPT / Polymarket and X Team Up to Predict the Future / Bitcoin 'Family' Spreads Keys Worldwide / Bitcoin Core Goes Neutral on Spam Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,650, 32.49 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $107,475 / Lo: $105,400 Volume: $45B (Up 24%) Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Up 2%) HashRate: 882 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. IDF prevents aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg, other activists from reaching Gaza: Israeli forces have stopped a Gaza-bound aid boat and detained Greta Thunberg and other activists on board, enforcing a longstanding blockade of the Palestinian territory that has been tightened during the war with Hamas. (ABC) 2. Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers: Russia said on Sunday its forces had advanced to the edge of the east-central Ukrainian region of Dnipropetrovsk amid a public row between Moscow and Kyiv over peace negotiations and the return of thousands of bodies of soldiers who fell in the war. (Reuters) -US Events- 1. Gov. Newsom Formally Requests Rescinding of National Guard Amid Los Angeles Protests: Governor Gavin Newsom called on the federal government to cancel the use of 2,000 National Guard members sent to Los Angeles in response to the ongoing demonstrations. The deployment followed two days of protests against federal ICE immigration raids, with Newsom and others arguing the National Guard was activated without his consent, which they called unlawful under federal law. (GroundNews) 2. Los Angeles Warzone: "Insurrectionist Mobs" Attack Cops, Set Fires, Block 101 Freeway: What began as an anti–Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protest, coordinated by rogue Marxist-aligned nonprofits, on Friday night in downtown Los Angeles quickly spiraled into riots and chaos, escalating by Sunday into what sure seems like 'insurrectionist behavior' against the federal government. What appears evident is that elements within the Democratic Party—from local L.A. leaders to D.C. elites, along with the law firms behind their sprawling dark-funded leftist NGO network—are orchestrating a coordinated color revolution. (ZeroHedge) 3. 'No Kings' Anti-Trump Protest Planned for President's Birthday: The protests, organized by the 50501 Movement (50 protests, 50 states, one movement) and other groups, are targeting a military parade that is set to be held in the nation's capital on June 14, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday, the Army's 250th birthday and Flag Day. (Newsweeek) (AC-The protest in trending on X, and with the organized protests in LA, this trend may well continue into the summer, no matter the outcome of National Guard in LA.) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Ron Paul Expects BRICS to End Dollar Dominance With New July Strategy: "In July, the BRICS nations will meet in Rio de Janeiro to unveil their most ambitious plan yet: To create an alternative to the dollar-based financial system that has dominated global trade for 80 years." Ron Paul posted on X. (BitcoinCom) -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Advance: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held steady around 4.5% on Monday, maintaining its recent advance as investors geared up for a week filled with high-impact economic data and trade developments. (TradingEconomics) 2. U.S.-China Trade Talks to Resume in London Today: Senior officials from the U.S. and China are set to begin a new round of talks in London today, signaling easing trade tensions. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Michael Saylor Downplays BTC's Quantum Threat: The Bitcoin network will eventually do a software upgrade that will nullify the quantum threat to BTC, Strategy's Michael Saylor recently said on CNBC. (CoinDesk) 2. OpenAI takes down ChatGPT accounts linked to state-backed hacking, disinformation: State-backed threat actors from a handful of countries are now using ChatGPT for illicit purposes ranging from malware refinement to employment scams and social media disinformation campaigns, OpenAI said this week. (TheRecord) (AC-Who are the winners? Losers?) -Technology and Science- 1. Drones, AI and Blockchain Are Transforming Sustainable Farming in Malaysia: An AgriTech initiative in Malaysia integrates drones, AI, and blockchain to support sustainable farming and technological innovation. This partnership aims to create a blueprint for efficient, sustainable agriculture on over 490,000 acres of palm plantations. (Forbes) 2. X and Polymarket Collaborate on a Real-time Tool for Market Insights and Predictions: A real-time tool has been launched by X and Polymarket to provide live insights into market-influencing events. The tool combines data from X, predictions from Polymarket, and explanations from xAI’s chatbot Grok. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Community- 1. ‘Bitcoin Family’ revamps security after crypto crime wave: Didi Taihuttu, patriarch of the so-called “Bitcoin Family,” has overhauled his digital asset security setup following a wave of violent attacks targeting crypto holders. The family, known for going all-in on Bitcoin in 2017, now hides portions of their private keys across four continents. In a CNBC interview, Taihuttu said he now uses a hybrid approach instead of relying solely on hardware wallets. (CoinTelegraph) 2. Bitcoin network transaction activity reaches lowest level since Oct. 2023: The seven-day moving average number of transactions on the Bitcoin network hit a 19-month low recently, according to The Block’s data. (TheBlock) 3. Bitcoin Core Endorses Openness for Nonfinancial Transactions: Bitcoin Core, the most widely used full-node implementation within the Bitcoin ecosystem, has released an official statement clarifying its stance on the inclusion of nonfinancial data in blockchain transactions. Backed by over 30 contributing developers, the statement emphasized the project’s commitment to Bitcoin’s foundational principle of being a censorship-resistant system, acknowledging that such a network would naturally support use cases that may not gain universal approval. (CoinTrust) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 62/100 (Up 18 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report