BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 913,729 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 08SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Russian Drones Hammer Kyiv / Argentina's Milei Political Party Suffers Defeat / Japanese PM Resigns / Trump Supports Hyundai ICE Raid, Sets Sights on Massachusetts / NC Train Murder Swept Under Media Rug / Tether Refutes Selling Bitcoin For Gold / Companies Buying Bitcoin As Fast As Possible / Trump Threatens EU Tariff Review Over Google's $3.5B Fine / Nemo Hacked For $2.4M / Crooks Using Grok AI For Malware / OpenAI To Take on Jobs Placement and LinkedIn / OP_RETURN Debate Heats Up / Solo Miner Hits Payday / Tokyo Opens Bitcoin Base in Shinjuku Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,915, 30.92 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $112,161 / Lo: $110,630 Volume: 31B (Up 21%) Mkt Cap: $2.23T (Even) HashRate: 975 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Up 66%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Russian forces conducted their largest air strike on Ukraine yesterday, targeting multiple cities including Kyiv, where a key government building was hit. Ukrainian defenses intercepted over 100 missiles and drones, but infrastructure damage was reported in several regions. Casualties included at least 15 civilians killed and dozens wounded. (AlJazeera) 2. Argentina President Milei suffers crushing defeat in Buenos Aires provincial election: Milei’s recently formed La Libertad Avanza party captured just 34% of the vote in Argentina’s biggest province, losing by a landslide to the left-leaning Peronist opposition, which secured 47% with the majority of ballots counted late Sunday. “We suffered a setback, and we must accept it responsibly,” Milei said. (AP) 3. Japan PM Ishiba resigns after bruising election losses: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigned on Sunday, ushering in a potentially lengthy period of policy uncertainty at a shaky moment for the world's fourth-largest economy. Since coming to power less than a year ago, the unlikely premier has overseen his ruling coalition lose its majorities in elections for both houses of parliament amid voter anger over rising living costs. (Reuters) -US Events- 1. Trump backs ICE raid at Hyundai plant, but says US needs foreign experts to train Americans: Homeland Security Investigations said 475 people — mostly South Koreans — were arrested at the under-construction battery plant. Trump told reporters the U.S. needs experts who know how to build batteries to help train Americans with no such experience. (Fox) 2.Trump administration launches immigration enforcement surge in Massachusetts: “ICE launched ‘Patriot 2.0’ to target the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens living in the state of Massachusetts, following the success of Operation Patriot in May,” a DHS spokesperson said. (CNN) 3. Establishment Media Outlets Criticized for Not Covering North Carolina Train Stabbing: Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), Elon Musk, and the President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, were among the people who criticized outlets such as NPR, CNN, the New York Times, and PBS for having zero stories on the deadly stabbing. Decarlos Brown Jr., 34, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly stabbed 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska in the throat as she was sitting in front of him on the Charlotte light rail on August 22. (Breitbart) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Tether CEO refutes claims that the firm sold Bitcoin and bought gold: CEO Paolo Ardoino said that Tether did not sell any BTC and that it will continue to invest in “safe assets like Bitcoin, Gold and Land.” (CryptoSlate) 2. Companies Expand Bitcoin Treasury Reserves: Altvest plans to raise $210 million to acquire Bitcoin, while Capital B secured $5.9 million to expand its Bitcoin holdings by approximately 60 BTC. Meanwhile Metaplanet acquired another 136 Bitcoin and Michael Saylor’s Strategy Adds 1,955 Bitcoin. (CoinGecko) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Stabilizes Ahead of Inflation Data: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held near 4.1% on Monday, pausing a three-day slide as investors awaited two key inflation reports this week that could influence the near-term rates outlook after weaker jobs data last week. (TradingEconomics) 2. Trump Threatens EU Over Google Fine, Signals Trade Retaliation: President Donald Trump has threatened a tariff investigation against the European Union in response to its USD 3.5 billion fine on Google for breaching digital competition rules. In a social media post, Trump called the penalties “very unfair,” adding, “the American Taxpayer won’t stand for it.” (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. DeFi Platform Nemo Protocol Exploited for $2.4 Million in Hack: The attack on the Sui-based DeFi protocol comes as 2025's crypto thefts outpace last year’s, with more than $2.17 billion stolen this year. (Decrypt) 2. Cybercriminals Exploit X's Grok AI to Bypass Ad Protections and Spread Malware to Millions: The approach is designed to get around restrictions imposed by X in Promoted Ads that allow users to only include text, images, or videos, and subsequently amplify them to a broader audience. malvertisers have been found to run video card-promoted posts with adult content as bait, with the spurious link hidden in the "From:" metadata field below the video player by taking advantage of the fact that it's not scanned by the social media platform. (HackerNews) -Technology and Science- 1. OpenAI is building an AI jobs platform that could challenge Microsoft’s LinkedIn: “Importantly, the jobs platform won’t just be a way for big companies to attract more talent. It will have a track dedicated to helping local businesses compete, and local governments find the AI talent they need to better serve their constituents,” (CNBC) -Bitcoin Community- 1. OP_RETURN Controversy Continues: 'Gross Media' May Tank Bitcoin Prices: Developers have failed to reach a consensus on lifting OP_RETURN guardrails in the upcoming release of the default Bitcoin Core client. Ocean Mining’s Bitcoin Mechanic claims that this “gross media/malware” stored in Bitcoin’s blockchain could affect the willingness of institutions to run nodes, thereby impacting prices. (BitcoinCom) 2. Lucky Solo Bitcoin Miner Earns $347,000 | 3.1 BTC in Latest Win for Decentralization: A solo Bitcoin miner recently mined a block valued at over $347,000 using Solo CKPool, with a total reward of 3.13 BTC. (Decrypt) 3. Bitcoin Finds A Home In The Heart Of Tokyo: In the southeast ward of Shinjuku, one of the most highly-trafficked areas of Tokyo, lies Tokyo Bitcoin Base, a shared workspace and event venue for Bitcoin enthusiasts and the Bitcoin curious. (Forbes) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 51/100 (Up 3 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 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: 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: 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: 914,062 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 10SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Poland Shoots Down Russian Drones / Nepal Capital in Flames, Now What? / Israel Strikes Hamas Leaders in Qatar / Judge Blocks Trump in Firing Fed Governor / US DOJ Files Charges in Charlotte Killing / SCOTUS To Hear Tariff Dispute Case / Dems Introduce Crypto Regulations / US House Intros Bill Clarifying BTC Reserve Custodies While Companies Suck Up the Bitcoin / Gamestop Stops Bleeding with Bitcoin / Stocks at ATH / Big Employment Adjustment From Last Year / US Treasury Goes After Scammers in SE Asia / Georgia Uses Blockchain to Track Agriculture / Bitcoin Graduate-Level Class Educates Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $112,283, 30.76 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $112,899 / Lo: $110,776 Volume: 49B (Up 16%) Mkt Cap: $2.23T (Even) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Poland Scrambles Jets and Shutters Warsaw Airport as Military Hunts Suspected Drone Intrusions: Multiple Russian Shahed drones breached Polish airspace overnight, prompting NATO to scramble jets and close major airports. The incursion occurred during massive Russian strikes on Ukraine, with 805 drones and missiles launched at Ukrainian cities. As a NATO member, Poland's airspace breach could trigger Article 5 mutual defense obligations. Poland's Interior Minister says up to four of 19 Russian drones were shot down by Polish and NATO aircraft, marking the first time Russian drones have been shot down over the territory. (GroundNews/BBC) (AC-Testing NATO defenses with expendable drones is a simple tactic for geopolitical advantage.) 2. A parliament in flames, a leader toppled. Nepal’s Gen-Z protesters ask: what comes next?: An uneasy calm, after two nights of chaos that saw tens of thousands of people pour out into the streets to vent their fury, setting fire to parliament and the Supreme Court – key symbols of state – and clashing with the government forces sent to keep them under control. (CNN) 3. Israel Targets Hamas Leaders in Airstrike on Qatar Capital, Doha: Israel carried out a surprise airstrike on Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday — taking aim at terrorist billionaires long sheltered by a country that is considered a strong U.S. ally, and where the U.S. has an airbase. (Breitbart) -US Events- 1. Judge blocks Trump effort to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook: The decision comes just weeks after Trump said he fired Cook — the first Fed governor ever to be fired by the president. The administration is expected to appeal Cobb’s preliminary injunction, which ensures the Federal Reserve must keep Cook on as a governor while the legal challenge plays out. (CNN) 2. AG Pam Bondi on Charlotte Stabbing: We Will Seek ‘Maximum Penalty’ for ‘Unforgivable Crime’: “I have directed my attorneys to federally prosecute DeCarlos Brown Jr., a repeat violent offender with a history of violent crime, for murder,” she said. (Breitbart) 3. Supreme Court will hear Trump tariffs case on fast track: The Supreme Court's ruling will test limits on presidential power and could affect tariffs central to Trump's agenda, possibly requiring large refunds and impacting trade deals with countries like the EU, Japan, and South Korea. (Groundnews) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Democrats unveil new market framework to counter Trump’s crypto footprint: The proposed plan would grant the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) full jurisdiction over spot markets for digital commodities, tokens that do not qualify as securities, resolving the regulatory ambiguity that has left both businesses and investors without clear protections. It proposes a dual approach, empowering the SEC to integrate tokenized securities into existing disclosure regimes while instructing the CFTC to police non-security digital assets. (CryptoSlate) (AC-The current 'crypto-friendly' admin won't last forever. Plan for more regulations.) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. New Bitcoin Reserve Bill Pressures Treasury On Custody Rules: The US House Appropriations Committee has advanced H.R. 5166 with language that would formally direct the Treasury Department to spell out how the federal government will custody Bitcoin and other digital assets it acquires, explicitly including holdings earmarked for the newly created Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. (Bitcoinist) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Report Shows Bitcoin Treasuries Added 47,718 BTC in August: Corporate and institutional bitcoin treasuries expanded in August 2025 as tracked entities added 47,718 BTC, lifting total disclosed holdings to about 3.68 million BTC, according to bitcointreasuries(.)net. Net additions came entirely from public and private firms only. (BitcoinCom) 2. GameStop’s Revenue Boosted by $528M Bitcoin Stash, Reports Minimal Q2 Loss: GameStop disclosed $528.6 million in Bitcoin holdings, generating an unrealized gain of $28.6 million. The company reported a narrower Q2 net loss of $18.5 million, supported by its Bitcoin investment and cost-cutting measures. (CoinGape) (AC-Wait for the long-term results. Good on you, mate.) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Steadies Ahead of Inflation Data: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held near 4.08% on Wednesday after touching a five-month low earlier in the week, as investors awaited key inflation releases that could influence the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook. The producer price index is due later today, followed by the consumer price index on Thursday. (TradingEconomics) 2.Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Close at Records: US stocks closed higher on Tuesday, with all three major indices hitting record highs despite signs of a slowing economy. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 each rose 0.3%, while the Dow Jones gained 197 points. (TradingEconomics) 3. US Nonfarm Payrolls Revised Down by 911K: The US economy added 911K fewer jobs in the 12 months through March 2025 than initially reported - the largest downward revision since at least 2000 - according to the BLS’s preliminary benchmark revision. This represents a -0.6% adjustment.(TradingEconomics) (AC-Any wonder why government statistics have a low trust factor?) -Security Concerns- 1. $10B Lost: US Cracks Down on Burma and Cambodia Crypto Scam Networks: US Treasury sanctions hit scam hubs in Burma and Cambodia after Americans lost $10B to crypto scams in 2024. Forced labor, online fraud, and digital assets collide in a growing criminal industry. Washington has now responded with sanctions aimed at the people and businesses driving these operations. (Blockonomi) -Technology and Science- 1. Georgia (The Country) Secures $100M Partnership to Advance Tokenized Real‑World Asset (RWA) Agriculture: The collaboration will fund advanced farming infrastructure, processing, logistics and irrigation upgrades—including expansion of almond orchards from 400 to up to 500 hectares and certified processing facilities—and develop HACCP‑certified, temperature‑controlled warehouses and pilot micro‑irrigation projects. Farmway said all operations will be recorded on blockchain to demonstrate tokenized real‑world asset (RWA) financing for climate‑smart agriculture. (BitcoinCom) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Lessons learned from a graduate-level Bitcoin class: At the University of the Cumberlands (UC), students recently completed the eight-week course “Bitcoin: Fundamentals, Technology, and Applications.” t asked not whether Bitcoin matters but how much it matters — and how it reshapes money, markets and management. One particularly striking outcome came from a capstone paper on Bitcoin’s energy usage. Bitcoin consumed far less energy and emitted far fewer emissions than expected. That reversal, grounded in the student’s own research, underscored how structured academic inquiry can cut through both hype and fear. (CoinTelegraph) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 49/100 (Up 1 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 913,900 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Terror Attack in Jerusalem Kills 6 / Nepal PM Quits Amid Protests / French Government Collapses / Screwworm Coming to USA / ICE Hits Ground in Chicago / Trump Assassin Trial Starts in FL / DC Sues Bitcoin ATM Company / US Anti-Debanking Policies Implemented / BRICS Decries US Tariffs / Putin Advisor Say US Skirting Debt Obligations With Crypto, Gold / New Fund Uses Bitcoin for Upside, Gold for Downside / MSTR Panned for S&P 500, Buy More BTC / NPM Attack on Crypto Wallets Net Little / New Device Translates Unspoken Thoughts Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $112,745, 30.87 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $113.225 / Lo: $111,142 Volume: 43B (Up 33%) Mkt Cap: $2.24T (Even) HashRate: 973 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 80%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a bus stop in Jerusalem, killing six Israelis and injuring several others in one of the deadliest attacks in recent months. Israeli security forces responded swiftly, neutralizing the attackers and launching a manhunt for accomplices. (GlobalNews) 2. Nepal PM Oli quits as anti-corruption protests spiral: Nepal Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli resigned on Tuesday as anti-corruption demonstrators defied an indefinite curfew and clashed with police, a day after 19 people died in violent protests triggered by a social media ban. (Reuters) 3. French government collapses after prime minister loses confidence vote: French lawmakers voted to oust Prime Minister François Bayrou Monday, plunging the country into a new political crisis and leaving it without a government at a time of increasing economic strain and geopolitical tensions. French President Emmanuel Macron will name a new prime minister in the coming days, (CNN) -US Events- 1. The U.S. is preparing for a potential screwworm infestation after the first reported human case, prompting health officials to issue warnings and stockpile treatments. The parasite, which affects livestock and humans, could spread rapidly if not contained. Surveillance has been heightened in affected areas. (Yahoo) 2. Trump's ICE Blitz Strikes Chicago's Criminal Undocumented Immigrants: the Trump administration launched Operation Midway Blitz, deploying U.S. ICE agents to Chicago to arrest undocumented immigrants with criminal records. Chicago officials, including Mayor Brandon Johnson, denounced the raids as unconstitutional and racially profiling. (X) 3. Man accused of trying to assassinate Trump apologizes to potential jurors: Ryan Routh, wearing a gray sports coat, red tie with white stripes and khaki slacks, is representing himself in the trial that began with jury selection on Monday in the federal courthouse in Fort Pierce, Florida. (AP) (AC-This trial has high entertainment potential due to Routh's self-representation and significance.) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. The District of Columbia's Attorney General sued Athena Bitcoin for allegedly facilitating scams through its crypto ATMs, claiming 93% of deposits were fraud-related. The lawsuit targets vulnerable residents, including seniors, exploited by fear-based schemes. (DC OAG) 2. Trump Admin Updates Policies to End Unlawful Weaponized Debanking: Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould said in a statement, “The OCC is taking steps to end the weaponization of the financial system. We are working to root out bank activities that unlawfully debank or discriminate against customers on the basis of political or religious beliefs, or lawful business activities. If and when the OCC identifies such activity, it will take action to end it.” (Breitbart) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. BRICS Leaders Denounce Protectionism, Tariff 'Blackmail': The group of emerging economies met via videoconference at the initiative of Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, whose office said it was necessary to address the "intensification of unilateral measures" in the world. "Tariff blackmail is being normalized as an instrument to conquer markets and interfere in domestic affairs," Lula said Monday. (IBTimes) 2. Putin Advisor Accuses US of Using Crypto, Gold to Escape Massive Debt: “The U.S. is now trying to rewrite the rules of the gold and cryptocurrency markets. Remember the size of their debt—35 trillion dollars. These two sectors (crypto and gold) are essentially alternatives to the traditional global currency system,” said Putin advisor Anton Kobyakov. “Washington’s actions in this area clearly highlight one of its main goals: to urgently address the declining trust in the dollar.” (Decrypt) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Cantor Fitzgerald Launches Gold-Protected Bitcoin Fund: The firm officially launched the Cantor Fitzgerald Gold-Protected Bitcoin Fund, a 5-year structured product that exposes investors to Bitcoin’s growth potential, while also leveraging the stability of gold to cushion potential downside risks. The Fund offers exposure to 45% of Bitcoin’s appreciation over five years, while gold can back up to 100% of the original investment if Bitcoin slumps. (BitcoinSensus) 2. Bitcoin ETFs Draw In $368M, Showing Strongest Demand Since August: Inflows to Bitcoin ETFs hit a 30-day high with capital rotation from Ethereum ETFs ahead of key macroeconomic releases this week. (Decrypt) 3. Strategy Buys $217 Million More In Bitcoin After S&P 500 Snub: The purchase came just days after Strategy was snubbed from the S&P 500 index despite strong results in Q2, while Robinhood took the spot, with its stock jumping 7% as Strategy fell nearly 3% in after-hours trading on Friday. (Decrypt) -Economic Indicators- 1. US Stocks Rise Ahead of Inflation Data: Wall Street kicked off the week with gains on Monday as investors positioned ahead of a data-heavy week that includes two key inflation reports likely to influence Federal Reserve policy expectations. The S&P 500 rose 0.2%, the Nasdaq 100 gained nearly 0.5% to approach its August record high on strength in chipmakers, and the Dow Jones advanced 114 points. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Crypto Users Warned to Stop Transacting as Massive Exploit Threatens Apps and Wallets: "There’s a large-scale supply chain attack in progress: the NPM account of a reputable developer has been compromised. The affected packages have already been downloaded over 1 billion times, meaning the entire JavaScript ecosystem may be at risk.". Arkham data shows that less than $505 was stolen by bad actors during the incident. (Decrypt/TheBlock) (AC-Coldcard responded that it does not use JavaScript and it's wallets are secure.) -Technology and Science- 1. 'Near Telepathic' Wearable Lets You Communicate Silently With Devices: Boston startup AlterEgo unveiled a wearable that lets users communicate silently with machines by decoding neuromuscular signals in the jaw and throat. The device detects faint neuromuscular signals in the face and throat when a person internally verbalizes words. Those signals are decoded by machine learning software and transmitted as commands or text. Responses are delivered privately through bone-conduction audio. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 48/100 (Downo 3 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 913,288 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 05SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Ebola Outbreak in Congo / Putin Say No to Western Troops in Ukraine / Dept of 'War' Make Reemergence / Hyundai Site in GA Nets 450 Illegal Immigrants / Gensler's Texts 'Accidentally' Deleted / Public Companies Now Hold Over 1M Bitcoin / BTC ETFs Outflow / Jobs Report Today / Another Wrench Attack in France / Space Travel Ages Bodies Faster Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $112,360, 31.64 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $112,995 / Lo: $109,347 Volume: 47B (Down 14%) Mkt Cap: $2.23T (Up 1%) HashRate: 964 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 300%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo: Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo confirmed a new Ebola outbreak that has resulted in 15 deaths. Preventive measures, including vaccination and isolation protocols, are being urged to contain the spread in affected regions. The World Health Organization is monitoring the situation closely to prevent wider transmission. (BC) 2. Putin rejects Western security in Ukraine, warning troops would be target: Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Western proposals for a "reassurance force" in Ukraine the day after any ceasefire comes into place, following a Paris summit aimed at finalizing plans for security guarantees. French President Emmanuel Macron said 26 of Ukraine's allies had formally committed to deploying troops "by land, sea or air" to help provide security the moment fighting was brought to a halt. (BBC) -US Events- 1. Trump Rebrands Department Of Defense As 'Department Of War': While the department's official name is set in law, Trump in an executive order is authorizing use of the new label as a "secondary title" by his administration, a White House document said. 2. 450 detained in raid by ICE, other agencies at huge Hyundai site in Georgia: The Atlanta office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said it "joined HSI, FBI, DEA, ICE, GSP and other agencies in a major immigration enforcement operation at the Hyundai mega site battery plant in Bryan County, GA, leading to the apprehension of 450 unlawful aliens. (CBS) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. ‘Avoidable errors’ wiped a year’s worth of Gary Gensler’s texts: The SEC watchdog said the IT department erroneously wiped Gensler’s texts, erasing records tied to crypto enforcement actions and transparency. “So Gary Gensler’s text messages from his tenure as SEC chairman are forever lost in a mysterious ‘boating accident’?,” quipped Custodia Bank founder Caitlin Long. (Cointelegraph) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Public Companies Now Hold Over 1 Million Bitcoin: The leaderboard is led by Strategy (MSTR) with 636,505 BTC, followed by MARA Holdings, Inc. (MARA) at 50,639 BTC and XXI (CEP) at 43,514 BTC. Rounding out the top five are Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company (BSTR) with 30,021 BTC and Bullish (BLSH) with 24,000 BTC. (BitcoinCom) 2. Bitcoin ETFs See Significant Outflows: Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) experienced $227 million in outflows on September 4. (CoinGecko) -Economic Indicators- 1. S&P 500 Hits Fresh Record Ahead of Jobs Report: Stocks in the US advanced on Thursday as investors weighed fresh labor market data and boosted bets on a Federal Reserve rate cut later this month. The S&P 500 rose 0.8% to close at new high, the Nasdaq gained 0.9%, and the Dow advanced 350 points.(TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. French Police Detain Seven Following Latest Crypto Kidnap Attempt: French authorities have detained seven suspects following the kidnapping of a 20-year-old Swiss man, believed to be the latest case in France’s growing wave of cryptocurrency-related abductions. The victim was rescued last Sunday in Valence during a special operation involving 150 gendarmes. He was reportedly found tied up in a house near the city’s high-speed train station. (Decrypt) (AC-This seems a bit more than an 'attempt'.) -Technology and Science- 1. Stem Cells Age Faster in Space: Cells exposed to a month of extraterrestrial conditions accumulated molecular changes associated with aging and mutations linked to cancer. The researchers found that stem cells that spent about a month in space had a reduced self-renewal capacity and showed signs of molecular aging. Their results, published in Cell Stem Cell, demonstrate the possible dangers of spending extended time in space. (ScientistCom) -Bitcoin Community- 1. NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 48/100 (Down 3 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 913,154 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 04SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Lisbon Funicular Crash Kills 15 / Countries Meet to Plan for Ukraine Peace / Trump Lobbies SCOTUS for Tariff Clarity / ICE Opens Another Facility In Louisiana / Florida Ends All Vaccine Mandates / US Fed Meets to Discuss Crypto and AI Payments / Can Multipolarity Exist? / Trump's American Bitcoin Lists on NASDAQ / CALPERS Governors Mixed on Bitcoin / US Bank Resumes Digital Asset Custody / More US Job Cuts / Petition to SEC Mandates Quantum Defense Standards / Google Dodges Anti-Trust Judgement / Bitcoin Hashrate Over 1 ZH/S Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,111, 31.30 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $112,600 / Lo: $110,333 Volume: 57B (Down 19%) Mkt Cap: $2.21T (Even) HashRate: 983 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 0 sats/vBtye (Down 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Lisbon Funicular Crash: An electric streetcar on Lisbon's historic Glória funicular railway derailed and crashed, resulting in at least 15 deaths and 18 injuries, with authorities confirming the incident occurred on September 3, 2025. The Portuguese government has declared a period of national mourning. (GlobalNews) 2. Ukraine's allies meet amid doubts over guarantees, US backing: Some 30 Western leaders were holding talks on Thursday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy over security guarantees for Kyiv in the event of a peace deal with Russia, hoping to do enough to persuade the United States to back their efforts. "We are ready, us Europeans, to provide security guarantees to Ukraine for when there is a signed peace," Macron said, adding that it was now a question of seeing how sincere Russia was. (Reuters) -US Events- 1. Trump administration asks Supreme Court to quickly take up tariffs case after appeals court loss: The appeals court had ruled that the tariffs were unlawfully enacted under the statute granting the president emergency economic powers. (GroundNews) 2. New Immigration Detention Facility: The DHS opened a new immigration detention center inside Louisiana's Angola prison yesterday, to house up to 500 detainees. The facility aims to address overcrowding in border areas, with operations managed by ICE. (CBS) 3. Florida becomes first state to end all vaccine mandates for schools: On September 3, 2025, Florida's governor and the state's surgeon general jointly announced in Valrico that the state will eliminate all vaccine requirements in schools. (GroundNews) -Regulatory and Legal- 1, Federal Reserve to Host Conference on Payments Systems With AI, Crypto Front and Center: The Federal Reserve Board will host a conference on payments innovation on October 21, focusing on emerging technologies in U.S. payment systems. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. The SCO & BRICS Play Complementary Roles In Gradually Transforming Global Governance: Around two dozen leaders attended the latest SCO event, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who paid his first visit to China in seven years. Non-Western media heralded the summit as an inflection point in the global systemic transition to multipolarity. What brings SCO and BRICS countries together, and there’s a growing overlap between them (both in terms of members and partners), is their shared goal of breaking the West’s de facto monopoly over global governance so that everything becomes fairer for the World Majority. (ZeroHedge) (AC-A great topic for exploration of global hegemonic theory and practice. Can multipolarity exist in a world that has only seen unipolarity? Especially in an age of global trade, currency and information flows? TBD!) -Institutional Concerns- 1. American Bitcoin Nasdaq Debut: American Bitcoin, a mining and treasury firm linked to the Trump family, debuted on the Nasdaq yesterday, achieving a $5 billion valuation. The company plans to expand mining operations and hold Bitcoin reserves. (NWAOnline) 2. CalPERS Board Candidates Divided on Adding Bitcoin to the Pension Fund's Portfolio: The six candidates running for the CalPERS board expressed differing opinions on including Bitcoin in the pension fund's portfolio, despite the system holding shares in Bitcoin treasury company Strategy. (Decrypt) (AC-CALPERS is the largest retirement fund in the US with over $556M in AUM.) 3. U.S. Bank Restarts Digital Asset Custody Services, Including Bitcoin, ETF Support for Institutional Investors: U.S. Bank has resumed its crypto custody services, offering Bitcoin custody and support for ETFs to institutional investment managers. The bank paused the service in 2022 due to regulatory issues but restarted after the SEC rescinded a bill in January. (Decrypt) -Economic Indicators- 1. US Job Cuts at 3-Month High: US-based employers announced 85,979 job cuts in August 2025, up 39% from July and 13% higher than in the same month last year. It is also the highest level in three months and the highest for any August month since 2020. (TradingEconomics) (AC-AI may be the most likely culprit.) 2. S&P 500, Nasdaq Close Higher: Wall Street ended mixed on Wednesday as tech strength offset broader market weakness, with investors weighing a favorable antitrust ruling for Google against signs of labor market softening. The S&P 500 gained 0.5% and the Nasdaq rose 1%, supported by a 9.1% surge in Alphabet shares. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. US SEC’s crypto task force urged to quantum-proof digital assets: A written submission to the task force titled the Post-Quantum Financial Infrastructure Framework (PQFIF), was authored by Daniel Bruno Corvelo Costa, one of many individuals and entities that have provided written input. The proposal calls for early action against the threat of quantum computing. It recommends automated vulnerability assessments of digital asset platforms, prioritization of high-risk systems like institutional wallets and exchanges and a phased migration using classical and post-quantum cryptography. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-This proposal looks to give encryption enforcement to the US Government in the eventual rise of quantum decryption abilities. By requiring standards, such as a new NIST standard, all digital assets exchanges, platforms, and devices would need to comply. Decentralization paradigms, as in Bitcoin, would have to find a way to comply for holders, raising questions as to actual centralization.) -Technology and Science- 1. Google Dodges Antitrust Breakup: Google avoided a court-ordered breakup in an antitrust case on September 3, 2025, leading to a surge in its shares. The ruling focused on Android practices but rejected divestiture demands. Analysts noted relief in the tech sector over reduced regulatory pressure. (TS2Tech) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Bitcoin's Hash Rate Reaches Record High as Miners Adapt to Lower Rewards, Energy Costs: Bitcoin's hash rate hit a new high of 1.279 zettahash per second, surpassing 1 ZH/s for seven days. Miners face challenges with energy costs and reduced rewards post-halving, prompting some to explore high-powered computing. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 51/100 (Down 5 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 913,008 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 03SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: China, Russia Axis Meets in Beijing / NK's Kim Intros Daughter Publicly / US Takes Out Drug Runner Boat From Venezuela / SPACECOM To Relocate / Epstein Files Released / Venezuela Using Crypto To Skirt USD / PayPal Mixes AI, Crypto to Evolve Payments / ETC ETFs Inflow Yesterday / Stocks Down / $20K a Month To Target Crypto Execs / Commerce Dept Selects TRON to Share Econ Data / Solo Mining Isn't Just a Lottery Ticket Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,633, 31.44 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $111,782 / Lo: $108,454 Volume: 71B (Up 13%) Mkt Cap: $2.22T (Up 2%) HashRate: 997 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Xi, Putin and Kim show united front at huge Chinese military parade: Among the world leaders attending were Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif, Vietnam's Luong Cuong and Zimbabwe's Emmerson Mnangagwa. Laser weapons, robotic "wolves" and giant underwater nuclear drones were among new weapons on display. (BBC) 2. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, made her international debut by accompanying her father to Beijing for China's Victory Day military parade on September 3, 2025. This unprecedented appearance abroad intensifies speculation that she is being groomed as his successor. (AFP) 3. U.S. forces executed a strike yesterday against a Venezuelan vessel in the Caribbean, eliminating 11 suspected Tren de Aragua members transporting narcotics, as announced by President Trump. The operation involved naval assets and intelligence coordination to intercept the boat en route to U.S. shores. (Fox) -US Events- 1. President Trump declared yesterday the relocation of U.S. Space Command headquarters from Colorado Springs to Huntsville, Alabama, reversing prior decisions. The move is projected to create thousands of jobs and follows advocacy from Alabama officials. Implementation involves logistical planning and congressional funding approval. (NPR) 2. The Republican-led House Oversight Committee released over 33,000 pages of Jeffrey Epstein-related files on September 2, 2025, provided by the Justice Department. The documents include court filings, flight logs, and surveillance footage. (Reuters) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Venezuela expanded cryptocurrency usage, including USDT, in private exchanges since June 2025 due to U.S. sanctions limiting dollar access, supporting economic continuity. Oil export drops have worsened currency shortages. (Reuters) 2. PayPal Bets on Crypto AI Startup Kite in $18M Push for Autonomous Payments: Kite AIR introduces programmable identity and stablecoin payments for AI agents to transact across platforms like Shopify and PayPal. PayPal Ventures said Kite closes gaps in agent-to-agent payments with low fees, no chargebacks, and instant settlement. (Bloconomi) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Bitcoin ETFs Attract $332M Inflow, Outshining Ethereum as BTC Price Rebounds: Fidelity’s FBTC led the surge with $132.7 million, followed by BlackRock’s IBIT at $72.8 million. (CoinGape) -Economic Indicators- 1. US Stocks Fall as Yields Rise and Tariff Ruling Hits Sentiment: Wall Street opened September on a sour note, with US stocks falling alongside a slide in bonds amid uncertainty around trade policy, interest rates, and economic data. The S&P 500 dropped 0.7%, the Nasdaq slid 0.9%, marking back-to-back sharp losses for the tech-heavy index, and the Dow Jones fell 250 points. Rising Treasury yields added pressure, with the 10-year near 4.3% and the 30-year approaching 5%. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Underground Market Pays $20K | 0.18 BTC a Month for Crypto ‘Vishing’ Scams: Cybercriminals are recruiting teams of professional voice impersonators to target high-level U.S. crypto executives through sophisticated phone-based social engineering attacks, with operatives earning up to $20,000 | 0.18 BTC monthly in what researchers call "vishing" campaigns. The attacks use curated executive datasets, voice impersonation, and professional infrastructure to exploit individuals who safeguard custody infrastructure and private keys—raising the risk of "large-scale crypto theft." The main detection method, Su said, is that attackers "almost always have a slow internet connection" due to translation and voice-changing technology working during calls. (Decrypt) -Technology and Science- 1. TRON Selected by U.S. Commerce Department for GDP Data Publication as Network Adoption Surges After 60% Fee Reduction: TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps), announced today that the U.S. Department of Commerce has selected the TRON blockchain as one of the primary networks for posting official economic data, beginning with the second quarter gross domestic product (GDP) release. (CryptoSlate) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Solo mining in 2025: Persistent pursuit amid industrial dominance: Despite a difficult network, higher energy costs, and rivalry from massive operations, solo miners are finding their place by using new tech, sticking to the idea of decentralization. The community sees it as a way to push back against mining power being held by big business. Tools like the Bitaxe, a small, open-source ASIC miner, have opened access, so hobbyists can join with simple setups. (CoinGeek) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 55/100 (Up 6 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): The Bitcoin world is quiet at 'altcoin season' swings into action again. Yet companies, countries and OGs continue to buy the original. Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 912,870 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 02SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Taliban Asks For Earthquake Aid / EU Leader Says GPS Jamming Targeted Plane / Venezuela Showdown Looms / US Congress Back to Work / Chicago Protests Anti-Crime Effort / Rep. Omar Gets Rich / Newsom To 'Troll' Trump with Memecoin / Gold, Silver at ATHs / Scammers Target BTC Holders / 2/3rd Of All Satellites Starlink / El Salvador Gov. To Host Bitcoin Conference in November Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $109,610, 31.47 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $110,678 / Lo: $107,480 Volume: 63B (Up 4%) Mkt Cap: $2.18T (Up 1%) HashRate: 1 ZH/s (New Record!) Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Afghanistan earthquake death toll passes 1,400 as Taliban appeal for aid: Rescuers searched into the night on Monday for survivors after the 6.0-magnitude quake struck on Sunday destroying entire villages across the country’s eastern Kunar province, which borders Pakistan. Afghanistan had already been suffering from a severe economic crisis and a crippling withdrawal of international aid after the takeover of the country by the Taliban in 2021. (TheGuardian) 2. Plane carrying EU’s top leader targeted by alleged Russian GPS jamming: A plane carrying the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was targeted by GPS navigation jamming while trying to land in Bulgaria on Sunday. The Kremlin has denied the allegation. (CNN) 3. Maduro Says US Warships With 1,200 Missiles Targeting Venezuela: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said Monday that eight US military vessels with 1,200 missiles were targeting his country, which he declared to be in a state of "maximum readiness to defend" itself. (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. US Congress Returns Amid Funding Chaos: The US Congress reconvened yesterday, facing a critical government funding deadline to avoid shutdown, compounded by ongoing investigations into Epstein-related scandals and proposed crime crackdown measures. Lawmakers are debating a continuing resolution to extend funding, with partisan divides over spending priorities in defense, healthcare, and border security. Key figures from both parties have signaled potential compromises, but failure could lead to furloughs of federal workers and service disruptions. (CBS) 2. In Chicago, thousands protest against threat of ICE, National Guard deployment: Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order on Saturday directing Chicago police not to collaborate with federal agents and National Guard troops, as city and state leaders prepared legal measures challenging the deployment citing the U.S. Constitution and a 19th‑century law. (GroundNews) 3. Ilhan Omar's Fortune Soars to $30 Million Amid Ethics Scrutiny: Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's net worth has surged to between $6 million and $30 million in her May 2025 financial disclosure, a staggering 3,500% increase from 2023's $51,000. This growth, driven by her husband Tim Mynett's stakes in a venture capital firm valued up to $25 million and a winery up to $5 million, has fueled ethics debates and demands for transparency amid her $174,000 congressional salary. (X) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. California gov Gavin Newsom to launch memecoin to continue ‘trolling’ Trump: Newsom said the coin, slated to be called “Trump Corruption,” will fund his Campaign for Democracy and redistricting efforts. He added that the project is part satire but reflects deep concerns about the state of U.S. democracy. (CryptoSlate) -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. Gold Price Hits $3.5k, Bitcoin Breaks $110k as Fed Cut Hope Rise: Gold breaks price record by crossing $3.5k for the first time in history, marking a 100x rise since the Bretton Woods system’s end. Bitcoin rebounds to $110k, and the Silver price also hit an ATH amid investors’ bullish sentiments. (CoinGape) 2. US 10-Year Yield Climbs Ahead of Jobs Data: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note rose to around 4.25% on Tuesday, extending gains for a second session as investors returned from the holiday weekend and looked ahead to key labor market data this week that could shape the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. UK Bitcoin Scam Alert: UK police issued a warning yesterday after a victim lost £2.1 million in Bitcoin to a sophisticated phishing scam involving fake investment platforms. The fraudsters used social engineering tactics to gain access to the victim's wallet through malware-infected emails. Authorities are investigating links to international cybercrime networks and urging crypto holders to enable multi-factor authentication. (BBC) -Technology and Science- 1. SpaceX’s Sunday morning Falcon 9 launch sends 1,900th Starlink to orbit in 2025: SpaceX said in a pre-produced video that roughly two-thirds of all operational satellites in orbit are Starlinks. (SpaceFlightNow) -Bitcoin Community- 1. El Salvador to Host World’s First Government-Sponsored Bitcoin Conference: The event, Bitcoin Histórico, will focus on Bitcoin’s role in financial freedom, cultural rebirth, and monetary sovereignty. The event will take place in the heart of San Salvador’s historic center, from November 12 to 13, 2025. (Various) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 49/100 (Up 3 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 912,697 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 01SEP2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Earthquake Kills 600+ in Afghanistan / Xi, Putin and Modi Meet Up / Yemen PM Killed, Houthi Raid UN Base / Trump EO To Require ID To Vote / ICE Ops to Expand / 1.2M Immigrants Missing From Work / MSTR Dodges Lawsuit / Metaplant Hits 20K BTC / USD, Stocks Down / TransUnion Hacked / Salesforce Drops Headcount With AI Agents / Bitcoin Whale Gulps Up ETH / 'Killing Satoshi' Movie Coming / Knots Vs Core Gets Ugly Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $108,825, 33.73 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $109,890 / Lo: $107,271 Volume: 60B (Up 36%) Mkt Cap: $2.16T (Even) HashRate: 942 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Devastating Earthquake Strikes Eastern Afghanistan: A 6.0 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan late Sunday, killing more than 600 people according to the Taliban interior ministry, with hundreds of villages destroyed and rescuers scrambling to reach victims. The quake devastated remote areas, exacerbating humanitarian challenges in a region already strained by conflict and poverty. (NPR) 2. Xi, Putin and Modi are grinning and smiling, but at whom? During his first visit to China in seven years, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the hands of his counterparts – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping – and pulled them closer. (SCMP) (AC-Though not much was said during the presser, it was obvious the three leaders were happy to meet and plan behind closed doors.) 3. Houthi rebels raid UN premises in Yemen, detain at least 11 people: U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the Houthis forcibly entered World Food Programme premises, seized U.N. property and attempted to enter other U.N. offices in the capital. The raid followed an Israeli strike on Sanaa on Thursday that killed the prime minister of Yemen's Houthi-run government and several other ministers. (Reuters) -US Events- 1. ‘No Exceptions’: President Trump to Sign Executive Order Requiring Voter I.D. in Elections: Fox News reported Sunday that Trump recently tried to impose voter I.D. through a wider executive order, but Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia struck down sections of it relating to the issue. (Breitbart) 2. Kristi Noem confirms plan to expand ICE operations in major cities: The DHS secretary made the comments after Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson threatened legal action against any surge of federal law enforcement or National Guard troops in the city. (NBC) 3. 1.2M immigrants are gone from the US labor force under Trump, preliminary data shows: Pew data show immigrants comprise almost 20% of the U.S. workforce, including 45% in farming and 43% of home health care aides. The loss in immigrant workers comes as the nation is seeing the first decline in the overall immigrant population after the number of people in the U.S. illegally reached an all-time high of 14 million in 2023. (AP) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Bitcoin Giant Strategy Dodges Lawsuit After MSTR Investors Seek Dismissal: Strategy, known for shifting to Bitcoin accumulation, faced a class-action lawsuit for allegedly misleading investors about its profitability due to new crypto accounting practices. This week, plaintiffs voluntarily dismissed their claims with prejudice. (Decrypt) 2. Metaplanet Becomes Sixth-Largest Public Bitcoin Holder: Metaplanet purchased an additional 1,009 Bitcoin for about $112 million, raising its total holdings to 20,000 BTC. (CoinPedia) -Economic Indicators- 1. Dollar Weakens as Traders Await Jobs Data: The dollar index fell to around 97.6 on Monday, sliding toward one-month lows, as traders awaited a series of labor market releases this week that could shape the Federal Reserve’s next policy decision. (TradingEconomics) 2. S&P 500 Slides After Record Highs Amid Inflation Concerns: US stocks fell Friday in the afternoon trading as investors took profits following a strong week that saw the S&P 500 reach record highs, amid signs that inflationary pressures remain persistent in the US economy. The S&P 500 lost 0.8%, the Nasdaq 100 declined 1.4%, and the Dow slipped 0.4%. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Data breach at TransUnion impacts 4.4 million people: A cyber incident “involving a third-party application” used for customer support resulted in unauthorized access to “limited” personal information. No credit information was accessed and the breach “did not involve our core credit database,” the company said. (TheRecord) -Technology and Science- 1. Marc Benioff says Salesforce has cut 4,000 roles in support because of AI agents: "I was able to rebalance my head count on my support," he said. "I've reduced it from 9,000 heads to about 5,000 because I need less heads." (BusinessInsider) -Bitcoin Community- 1. BTC whale now holds $3.8B in ETH, in sign of ‘market maturity’: In its latest move, the Bitcoin whale sold 4,000 Bitcoin worth $435 million, exchanging it for 96,859 spot Ether over a 12-hour splurge over the weekend. (CoinTelegraph) 2. Pete Davidson, Casey Affleck to star in 'Killing Satoshi,' conspiracy thriller film slated for 2026 release: The film will explore Satoshi’s secret identity in a manner reminiscent of “The Social Network,” according to the film’s producer. (TheBlock) 3. The battle between Bitcoin Core vs Knots is getting ugly: Like the block size wars, the spam wars involve a fundamental ideological clash over the core principles of Bitcoin, particularly scaling versus decentralization, and whether to prioritize network capacity and ease of use over a simpler, permissionless protocol. Core’s apparent policy shift is seen by some as relinquishing its gatekeeping role, allowing any use case if the user pays. Knots supporters, however, emphasize control with features like anti-spam protection and argue that the removal of data caps could centralize power and threaten scalability. (CryptoSlate) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 46/100 (Down 2 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 911,780 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 26AUG2025 Precedence: Routine FNG (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Iranian ambassador expelled/ French assets hit by prospect of government collapse/ Israel kills five journalists/ Trump fires Fed Governor/ Giant Dust Storm (Haboob) Engulfs Phoenix/ Executive Order Criminalizes Flag Desecration/ Pritzker sends warning to Trump/ Bitcoin ETF Outflows Surge/ Risks of Ever-Higher Yields for Japan/ Elon Musk’s xAI Sues Apple and OpenAI/ SpaceX Starship Flight 10 – Launch Deferred/ First pig-to-human lung transplant announced Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $109,612 32.45 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $112,932 / Lo: $108,670 Volume: $49.22 B Mkt Cap: $2.18 T HashRate: 982 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Iranian ambassador expelled over ‘credible intelligence’ Iran directed antisemitic attacks on Australian soil Australian authorities attributed recent antisemitic arson attacks on their soil to Iran, prompting the expulsion of Iranian diplomats. The accusations have intensified diplomatic tensions between Canberra and Tehran, with Australia citing intelligence that implicated Tehran’s involvement. (Guardian) 2. French assets hit by prospect of government collapse Political instability in France has triggered sharp selloffs across financial markets: bond yields soared, banking stocks plunged, and the benchmark CAC 40 tumbled. Prime Minister François Bayrou has scheduled a confidence vote for September 8 to pass €44 billion in budget cuts; failure would likely collapse the government. Finance Minister Éric Lombard warned of the possibility of IMF intervention if fiscal stability deteriorates. (FT) 3. Israel kills five journalists in Gaza hospital strike An Israeli strike on a Gaza hospital resulted in the deaths of at least 22 people, including five journalists. The incident has drawn international condemnation and raised questions about targeting in conflict zones. (Reuters) -US Events- 1. Trump fires Fed Governor Lisa Cook President Trump announced Lisa Cook's removal as a Federal Reserve governor, citing alleged mortgage fraud. The move is unprecedented and raises legal and institutional concerns about executive overreach. Cook challenged the action, asserting the president lacks legal authority for such removal and vowing to contest it. Her attorney confirmed legal action is forthcoming. (FT) 2. Giant Dust Storm (Haboob) Engulfs Phoenix A massive wall of dust swept across the Phoenix metropolitan area late Monday afternoon, instantly darkening skies and severely reducing visibility. The haboob triggered by outflow winds from collapsing thunderstorms forced drivers to pull over as they could not see more than a few feet ahead. The storm knocked out power for over 15,000 residents in Maricopa County and grounded flights at Sky Harbor International Airport due to its intensity. (AP) 3. Executive Order Criminalizes Flag Desecration President Trump has signed an executive order aimed at criminalizing flag burning described as "desecration" by mandating prosecution, including for non-citizens, and enabling visa or immigration benefit revocations. The order directs the Department of Justice to investigate flag-burning incidents and empowers Attorney General Pam Bondi to pursue charges, and expands the definition of desecration beyond burning. Though flag burning is traditionally protected as symbolic speech under Supreme Court rulings like Texas v. Johnson and United States v. Eichman, this order challenges the legal boundary by invoking national security and public order to override these protections. It signals a broader legal strategy that could test First Amendment limits and constitutional norms. 4. Pritzker sends warning to Trump on National Guard threat: ‘Do not come to Chicago' Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker delivered a strongly worded message and warning to President Donald Trump Monday, following the president's threat of sending the National Guard to Chicago to combat crime. In his remarks, Pritzker warned the president not to come to Chicago and said, "if you hurt my people, nothing will stop me - not time or political circumstance - from making sure that you face justice under our constitutional rule of law." Trump on Friday said he plans to send the National Guard to Chicago next as part of his attempts to curb violence in multiple U.S. cities, which began with similar measures taken in Washington D.C. The president has recently escalated his focus on public safety, particularly in Democratic cities. "We will solve Chicago within one week -- maybe less, but within one week, we will have no crime in Chicago, just like we have no crime in D.C.," Trump told reporters Monday, (NBC) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Fed's Williams Says Low Neutral Interest Rate Era Is Not Over New York Fed President John Williams remarked that the era of low neutral interest rates, also known as R‑Star appears far from over, citing persistent global trends in demographics and productivity that continue to suppress equilibrium rates to around 0.5% in major economies. Despite recent disruptions like pandemic-era inflation complicating R‑Star estimates, Williams emphasized that underlying economic fundamentals still support a return to low rates over time. He cautioned policymakers against over reliance on precise R‑Star estimates, given the uncertainty of the economic indicators used. Notably, there was no commentary on the Fed’s short-term monetary policy trajectory. (Reuters) -Institutional Concerns- 1.Bitcoin ETF Outflows Surge Amid Market Weakness Over the past five trading days, spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded approximately $1.17 billion in net outflows, marking the longest streak of withdrawals since April 2025. Investors appear to be reducing their exposure amid heightened market uncertainty. (Coindesk) -Economic Indicators- 1. Trump’s Fed Battle Raises Risks of Ever-Higher Yields for Japan The removal of Fed Governor Lisa Cook by President Trump—amid concerns over political influence on U.S. monetary policy—has driven long-term U.S. Treasury yields higher. As a result, Japan’s 30-year government bond (JGB) yield surged to 3.215%, reflecting strong sensitivity to U.S. bond market shifts. The Ministry is considering adjustments in bond issuance strategy to temper yield increases, but its options remain limited due to weak investor demand for long-duration JGBs. This vulnerability stems from both domestic policy instability and dependence on U.S. asset correlation (Reuters) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- 1.Elon Musk’s xAI Sues Apple and OpenAI xAI, the artificial intelligence company founded by Elon Musk, has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI, alleging collusion to stifle competition in AI development. The legal action marks a significant escalation in Musk’s longstanding feud with OpenAI leadership, and underscores intensifying battles over control of AI innovation, data access, and platform dominance (FT) 2. SpaceX Starship Flight 10 – Launch Deferred SpaceX called off the 10th integrated test flight of its Starship/Super Heavy rocket due to a detected ground-side liquid oxygen leak, postponing the liftoff. The scrub occurred approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled 6:50 p.m. CT launch from Starbase, Texas, with another attempt planned for the following day. The mission is critical for testing Starship’s upper-stage technologies such as alternative heat shield materials and advancing orbital performance. (Reuters) 3. First pig-to-human lung transplant announced Surgeons in China successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig lung into a brain-dead human recipient for the first time in history. The organ functioned for nine days without immediate rejection, marking a pivotal advancement in xenotransplantation research. The lung originated from a pig modified at six genetic sites to enhance human compatibility. Notably, there were no signs of hyperacute rejection or infection initially, though inflammation and immune-induced damage emerged over time. (Guardian) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 48/100 (down 2) Analyst Comments NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: 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: 911,178 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 22Aug2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: UN Confirms Famine in Gaza / Ceasefire Talks Announced for Israel, Hamas / Colombian Narcos Bring Down Helo with Drone / Visas Halted for Foreign Truck Drivers in US / Plague Death in Arizona / California Dems Redraws Maps for More Power / Trump to Make Unknown Announcement Today / Jerome Powell Also to Make Remarks / CBDC Ban Inserted in Defense Spending Bill / Allianz Shifts, Says Bitcoin is Good / Apple Moves iPhone Plants to India From China / AI Better at Forecasting Than Polymarket / Forecast Friday Looks at Powell Remarks Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $112,281, 33.73 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $113,969 / Lo: $111,986 Volume: 59B (Down 7%) Mkt Cap: $2.23T (Down 1%) HashRate: 942 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Famine confirmed in Gaza City for first time, UN-backed report says: The IPC says more than 500,000 people in the Strip are facing "starvation, destitution and death", with "catastrophic conditions" projected to expand to Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis next month. Israel's foreign ministry rejects the report, saying "there is no famine in Gaza" (BBC) 2. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced ceasefire talks with Hamas to begin in Cairo, mediated by Egypt and Qatar. The negotiations aim to secure the release of 120 hostages and halt fighting in Gaza, where 100 tents were destroyed in Deir al-Balah by an Israeli strike. Hamas has not yet confirmed participation. (NBC) 3. At least 18 killed in Colombia in drone attack on helicopter, car bombing: At least 18 people have been killed and dozens injured in two attacks in Colombia attributed to dissident factions of the former Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) rebel group. Antioquia Governor Andres Julian said on social media that a drone attacked the helicopter as it flew over coca leaf crops. (AlJazeera) (AC-Narcos, with aid of the FARC, are protecting their crops with kinetic drones.) -US Events- 1. The U.S. State Department suspended issuing H-2B visas for commercial truck drivers, citing national security concerns over vetting processes. The decision impacts an estimated 10,000 drivers annually, exacerbating trucking industry labor shortages. Affected drivers must now pursue alternative visa categories. (CBS) 2. A 58-year-old resident of Coconino County, Arizona, died from plague contracted from a flea bite, the first such case in the state since 2017. Health officials confirmed the Yersinia pestis infection and are monitoring close contacts for potential spread. Plague cases remain rare, with 7-10 reported annually in the U.S. (ABC) 3. California legislators pass redistricting plans to put a Democratic-drawn map before voters: On Thursday, California lawmakers in Sacramento passed a legislative package advancing a partisan redistricting plan to gain five more U.S. House seats, including bills for a special election on November 4 that Governor Gavin Newsom must sign by Friday. (GroundNews) 4. Trump set to make new announcement from Oval Office today: According to the President's public schedule, Donald Trump will make a statement in the Oval Office on Friday, August 22. The topic of the address has not been disclosed yet. (Various) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. US House Slips CBDC Ban Into Defense Spending Bill: The amendment, included in bill H.R. 3838, would prohibit the Federal Reserve from testing, developing or implementing a CBDC under any label. It adds an exception for "any dollar-denominated currency that is open, permissionless, and private, and fully preserves the privacy protections of United States coins and physical currency." (Decrypt) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Allianz endorses Bitcoin as a ‘credible store of value,’ shifting from 2019 anti-crypto stance: The report, titled “Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies: The Future of Finance,” represents a dramatic shift from Allianz’s 2019 policy against Bitcoin investments. The German investment giant now characterizes Bitcoin’s evolution from “an experimental protocol into a credible store of value” as fundamental to modern portfolio construction. (CryptoSlate) (AC-Amazing what a little bit of study will accomplish.) -Economic Indicators- 1. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is scheduled to speak at the Jackson Hole symposium at 10 a.m. EDT, addressing monetary policy amid criticism from President-elect Donald Trump. Trump accused Powell of mishandling inflation and threatened to influence Fed decisions. (TheGuardian) 2. US 10-Year Treasury Yield Rises Ahead of Powell Speech: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury rose to 4.33% on Friday as investors prepared for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s highly anticipated speech at Jackson Hole. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- 1. Apple increased iPhone production in India, assembling 1 in 7 iPhones there in 2024, with Foxconn’s Tamil Nadu plant leading output. The shift follows U.S. concerns over India’s ties with Russia, prompting diversification from China. (CNBC) 2. AI Now Matches Prediction Markets in Forecasting Real Events, Study Finds: Prophet Arena tests AI models by having them predict real-world, unresolved events, with GPT-5 currently leading the rankings. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 50/100 (Even) Analyst Comments (AC): Forecast Friday: Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole speech today is a catalyst for markets, with outcomes ranging from dovish to hawkish. The most likely scenario (~45%) is a balanced, neutral tone, where Powell acknowledges economic pressures but avoids committing to a September rate cut without more data. In this case, Bitcoin would likely remain range-bound in the $110K–$115K zone, with equities and bonds showing little movement. There’s also a 35% chance Powell leans dovish, signaling rate cuts ahead. That would validate market expectations (currently ~75% odds of a September cut) and could drive Bitcoin sharply higher—possibly breaking $120K and sparking a broader risk-on rally across equities while weakening the dollar and pulling bond yields down. The tail risk (~20%) is a hawkish surprise, where Powell emphasizes inflation and downplays easing. This would shock markets, sending equities lower, the dollar stronger, and Bitcoin down toward $103K as investors flip to risk-off mode. The takeaway: while neutrality is the base case, either a dovish pivot or hawkish pushback could trigger outsized volatility. With Jackson Hole historically acting as a catalyst for big Bitcoin moves, today’s speech deserves close attention. Follow us on NOSTR: 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