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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: 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

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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: 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

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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: 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

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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: 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

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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: 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

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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 co 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 dĂ©tente 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: 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

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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 MĂ©liuz 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: 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

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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 RÂČ 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: 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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 904,905 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 10JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Houthis Sink Cargo Ship With 25 Crew, Many Missing / Trump to Hit Brazil with 50% Tariff / EU Chair Survives No-Confidence Vote / SCOTUS OKs Trump Government Slimming Plan / Six Secret Service Axed For Butler Shooting / X CEO Steps Down Amid Grok Frictions / USDC Grows In Acceptance / Emirates Air to Accept Crypto Payments / Coinbase Premium Spiked Yesterday / Trump Calls for 300bp Drop in Rates / Jack Dorsey Likes White Noise App For Secure Comms / French Intel Says Russia Influence Ops Dangerous / Win for US Actors vs. AI / Grok 4 Leads the Pack Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $110,930, 33.42 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $111,925 / Lo: $108,546 Volume: 62B (Up 47%) Mkt Cap: $2.2T (Up 2%) HashRate: 906 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Six Rescued From Cargo Ship Attacked In Red Sea: The Eternity C, a Liberian-flagged bulk carrier, was badly damaged in the attack in the Red Sea that started on Monday and continued into Tuesday. The resumed attacks on shipping mark the end of a months-long lull which began during a two-month ceasefire in Gaza earlier this year and continued after a May ceasefire between the Houthis and Washington. AFP said that five Filipinos and one Indian had been rescued, while 19 others were still missing. (IBTimes) 2. Trump threatens Brazil with 50% tariff and demands Bolsonaro's trial end: Trump accuses Brazil of "attacks" on US tech companies and of conducting a "witch hunt" against former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro, who is facing prosecution over his alleged role in a plot to overturn the 2022 election. (BBC) (AC-Tariffs are becoming the proverbial 'hammer that fixes everything'.) 3. Socialists support von der Leyen in no-confidence vote after she backs down on EU budget: Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday survived a no-confidence vote in her leadership of the European Commission. (Politico) -US Events- 1. Supreme Court Clears Path for Trump’s Federal Layoff Plans: SCOTUS has ruled in favor of President Trump’s initiative for mass federal layoffs, potentially reshaping the federal workforce. (Reuters) 2. Six Secret Service Agents Suspended for Conduct During Trump Assassination Attempt: Following the shooting, an independent review by the DHS determined that the USSS made mistakes that left the president vulnerable to assassination. Sources close to the agency told ABC News that those suspended this week ranged from the supervisory level to line agent level. (Breitbart) 3. Linda Yaccarino to step down as CEO of Elon Musk-owned X: Yaccarino announced her departure on the social media platform but didn't say why a day after the platform's Grok chatbot posted a series of antisemitic statements. (NBC) -Regulatory and Legal- NSTR -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Jack Ma's Ant Group to Integrate Circle's USDC on Blockchain Platform: Ant Group Co. is set to integrate Circle's stablecoin, USDC, on its blockchain platform through its global unit, Ant International. The timeline for this integration has not been finalized yet. (Decrypt) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Emirates and Dubai Duty Free Announce Crypto Payment Plans: Dubai is advancing its payment systems by integrating cryptocurrency options through partnerships between Emirates Airline and Dubai Duty Free with the digital asset platform Crypto(.)com. (BitcoinCom) 2. Coinbase Bitcoin premium indicates US demand led surge to $112,000: Bitcoin, which had spent much of the past month trading within a narrow range, suddenly broke out to a new all-time high of $112,000 on July 9. The surge coincided with a sharp increase in the “Coinbase Premium,” a key indicator used to gauge Bitcoin demand among US investors. BTC was trading over $48 higher on Coinbase than on offshore platforms like Binance during the upswing, hinting at significant buying pressure from the American market. (CryptoSlate) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Decline: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held around 4.33% on Thursday, stabilizing after a sharp decline in the previous session, driven by strong demand in a 10-year bond auction. Moreover, bond markets responded to President Donald Trump's call for the Fed funds rate to be 300 basis points lower, fueling longer-term inflation expectations and speculation around a dovish Fed nominee in 2026. (TradingEconomics) (AC-A 300bp drop is 3x larger than any other past drop in rates.) -Security Concerns- 1. Jack Dorsey endorses privacy-focused chat app White Noise amid own app launch plan: Dorsey-backed White Noise to integrate Lightning Network, enabling Bitcoin payments within private chats. White Noise is a more conventional privacy-first alternative to mainstream chat apps. It combines features commonly found on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Discord with the security architecture of platforms like Signal. “Messages in White Noise are encrypted end-to-end and temporarily relayed through several Nostr servers, which cannot read them and don’t permanently store them. Relays act as transient delivery points, discarding data after transmission.” (CryptoSlate) 2. French intel chief warns of evolving Russian hybrid operations, ‘existential threat’ to Europe: France’s top intelligence official has warned that Russia is waging "a war of influence" against the country through hybrid online disinformation, espionage and sabotage operations. (TheRecord) (AC-This sounds very familiar to the USA 'Russian election interference' narratives of 2020. Yet, based on the EU's support of Ukraine, there is a probability of truth here.) -Technology and Science- 1. Video Game Performers Secure AI Consent Rules in New SAG-AFTRA Deal: After an 11-month strike over AI and labor rights, video game performers have ratified a new contract with nine major studios. The deal requires studios to obtain clear consent before using AI to replicate an actor’s voice, face, or movement, and bans such use during strikes. (Decrypt, GG) (AC-Look for a decline in the hiring of such actors.) 2. "Grok 4 is the first time, in my experience, that an AI has been able to solve difficult, real-world engineering questions where the answers cannot be found anywhere on the Internet or in books. And it will get much better." Elon Musk on X. -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 71/100 (Up 4 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

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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 co 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: 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

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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: 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

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TC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 904,750 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Israel PM Leave US Without Gaza Announcement / Trump Hesitation on Ukraine Confounds / Over 160 Still Missing in Texas Floods / Trumps Says New 50% Tariff on Copper / FBI Opens Investigation of Intel Heads Over Russia Probe / US Senators Intro Bill to Punish El Salvador / New Zealand Ban Targets Crypto / Will Stablecoins Save the Dollar? / Hackers Target Old Bitcoin Wallets / Latest Grok Version Offends / Bitcoin Media Coverage Reveals Bias Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $109,137, 33.19 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $109,198 / Lo: $108,126 Volume: 41B (Down 13%) Mkt Cap: $2.17T (Even) HashRate: 902 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Netanyahu quietly leaves White House without announcement of breakthrough in Gaza talks: Four sources familiar with the negotiations told The Times of Israel that the US is more optimistic than Egyptian and Qatari mediators about the chances that a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal can be reached this week. (TimesofIsrael) 2. Kyiv, Moscow Residents Baffled By Trump's Wavers On Ukraine Aid: The US President Donald Trump's announcement to send "more weapons" to Ukraine in a U-turn from last week's decision to halt some aid to the war-torn country left residents of Kyiv and Moscow bemused. Moscow first reveled in the move to pause the support, only to warn on Tuesday that sending arms to Ukraine served to prolong the conflict. (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. Texas governor says more than 160 people are still missing after deadly floods: Kerr County reports 94 deaths, including many children, with 22 more deaths elsewhere, amid ongoing multiagency search efforts, as the flood toll rises to at least 109. In response, Abbott declared a disaster in 15 counties; Trump planned a Friday visit amid federal aid efforts. (GroundNews) 2. Trump says 50% tariff on copper imports is coming and threatens 200% on pharmaceuticals: “Today we’re doing copper,” he said at a Cabinet meeting, adding that he believed the rate will be 50%. This would mark the fourth across-the-board tariff Trump has imposed during his second term. Currently, most imported cars and car parts face a 25% tariff, while imported steel and aluminum both face 50% tariffs. (CNN) 3.FBI Launches Investigation into John Brennan, James Comey Over Trump-Russia Probe: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched an investigation into former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey over their roles in the investigation surrounding President Donald Trump and Russia allegedly colluding. (Breitbart) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. U.S. Senators Introduce Sanctions Bill Targeting El Salvador’s Bitcoin: Titled ‘The El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025’, the bill Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Alex Padilla (D-CA). Senator Van Hollen attacked the El Salvadoran government for “colluding with the Trump Administration, taking American taxpayer dollars to imprison people as part of a scheme to violate their constitutional rights.” The bill would impose sweeping sanctions on President Bukele, including asset freezes, visa bans, and restrictions on access to U.S. financial institutions. It also directs the State Department and Treasury to investigate the nation’s Bitcoin holdings and whether those have been used to evade international sanctions. (BitcoinSensus) (AC-Although the bill has no chance of passage, it's indicative of the vitriol towards El Salvador's rise and the success with Bitcoin. Even with increasing global adoption of Bitcoin, certain established economic powers continue to fight it.) 2. New Zealand to Ban Crypto ATMs: New Zealand is implementing reforms to combat money laundering and criminal finance, including capping international cash transfers at $5,000 and banning crypto ATMs. The government aims to make the country a challenging place for criminals to hide funds. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1.Is The US Dollar Primed For A Digital Rebound?: As a share of reserves, the dollar reached as high as 73% in 2001 before declining to the current 58%. Despite some signs of de-dollarization in traditional finance, the digital realm tells a different story. A striking 99% of all stablecoins are pegged to the U.S. dollar, underscoring its pivotal role in crypto-based finance. With financial systems evolving, stablecoins are positioned to reinforce the dollar’s global dominance. (ZeroHedge) -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. US Inflation Expectations Fall to 5-Month Low: US consumer inflation expectations for the year ahead declined to 3% in June 2025, from 3.2% in May, the lowest in five months. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Bitcoin Wallet Holding $8.7 Billion From Mt. Gox Targeted in Apparent Phishing Scam: An old Bitcoin address holding over $8 billion in digital coins stolen from Mt. Gox is being targeted by hackers. The address received 79,956 BTC in 2011 from the hacked Japanese exchange, and now scammers appear to be attempting to obtain personal information from the wallet owner. (Decrypt) (AC-It's was only a matter of time before the ledger becomes the source for targeting people.) -Technology and Science- 1. Turkish court orders ban on Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok for offensive content: A Turkish court ordered Wednesday a ban on access to Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot Grok from Turkey, after the platform allegedly disseminated content insulting to Turkey’s president and others. (AP) (AC-The latest version of Grok is making waves.) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Survey finds gaps in mainstream Bitcoin coverage, leaving institutional investors exposed: A second-quarter survey of 18 mainstream news outlets logged 1,116 Bitcoin stories and measured sentiment at 31% positive, 41% neutral, and 28% negative, according to Bitcoin analysis firm Perception. The data reveal a significant gap between finance-focused media that cover the market extensively and legacy publications that rarely address it (Such as WSJ). (CyptoSlate) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 66/100 (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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 904,597 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 08JUl2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Netanyahu Meets US Leaders / Trump Tariffs Roil Global Order / Iran Leader Makes Appearance / Texas Death Toll Over 100 / LA Mayor Squares Off With ICE / Active Shooter Attacks ICE Facility / US Bitcoin Miners Double-Taxed / Russia Tracks Bitcoin Miners / Tornado Cash Legal Battle Ends / Core Scientific Bought / BlackRock's IBIT Over 700K BTC / Stocks Drop on Tariff Worries / Drone Software Hacked in Ukraine War / Is Grok 'Right Wing' For Allowing 'R-Word'? Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $108,819, 32.90 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $108,998 / Lo: $107,499 Volume: 47B (Up 16%) Mkt Cap: $2.16T (Even) HashRate: 903 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Netanyahu meets Trump at White House as Israel, Hamas discuss ceasefire: Trump and Netanyahu met for several hours in Washington while Israeli officials continued indirect negotiations with Hamas aimed at securing a U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire and hostage-release deal. Netanyahu returned to the Blair House guest house late on Monday, where he is due to meet Vice President JD Vance at 9:30 EDT on Tuesday. (Reuters) (AC-The Israeli PM is due to meet both the VP and Senators today, after meeting SecState Rubio also yesterday. Interesting that he is meeting so many US leaders.) 2. Trump threatens extra 10% tariff on countries that align with ‘Anti-American’ BRICS policies: “Any Country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS, will be charged an ADDITIONAL 10% Tariff. There will be no exceptions to this policy,” Trump said in a post Sunday evening stateside on Truth Social. (CNBC) (AC-Reported on this yesterday, but BRICS nations and markets are reacting heavily on the news.) 3. Iran’s Supreme Leader Makes First Public Appearance Since War with Israel: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appeared publicly for the first time since the 12-day Iran-Israel conflict began, attending a mourning ceremony on the eve of Ashoura. (NPR) -US Events- 1. Death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend surpasses 100: Officials reported 104 deaths by Monday, including 28 children in Kerr County, while Governor Greg Abbott said 41 people were unaccounted for and warned that more rain could produce further flooding. The NWS said they had 'extra staff' during the flood, in contrast to claims that Trump's fiscal cuts impacted safety. (GroundNews, Breitbart) 2. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Ditches Palisades Fire Anniversary for Anti-ICE Protest: Bass had been scheduled to appear with Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA), and other officials to mark the anniversary of the Palisades and Eaton Fires. But she decided to protest ICE instead. Mayor Bass condemned the presence of federal agents and military personnel in the park conducted raids. (Breitbart) 3. Active shooter killed in attempt to ambush Border Patrol agents in Texas: An active shooter armed with tactical gear and a rifle opened fire upon Border Patrol agents as they arrived at a Border Patrol annex facility in McAllen, Texas. Agents and local police returned fire and killed the gunman. No federal agents were hit, but one McAllen police officer was struck. Law enforcement sources say the officer is in stable condition. (Fox) (AC-News source Axios had reported hours earlier that many were calling for "people willing to get shot" when visiting ICE facilities, which begs the question of cause and effect in this story.) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. US tax challenges for Bitcoin miners: A call for commodity-style reform: Publicly traded heavyweights like MARA Holdings, Riot Platforms, and CleanSpark are sounding the alarm on IRS policies that impose immediate taxation on newly mined Bitcoin as ordinary income, followed by capital gains tax upon sale—a double-taxation burden not faced by traditional commodity industries like gold or oil. (CoingGeek) 2. Russia Starts Tracking Bitcoin Mining Equipment Owners: A registry of cryptocurrency mining equipment has been compiled by Russia's Ministry of Energy to regulate and tax mining operations. This initiative aims to identify consumers using electricity for mining and legalize the sector, following the country's legalization of crypto mining last year. (CoinDesk) 3.US Appeals Court allows battle over Tornado Cash sanctions to come to an end: A U.S. appeals court has granted a joint motion to vacate a case between the Treasury Department and Coin Center over the agency's sanctioning of crypto mixer Tornado Cash. The Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctioned Tornado Cash in August 2022, effectively barring people in the U.S. and firms looking to operate in the U.S. from engaging in financial interactions with it. A U.S. federal appeals court later said that the department had overstepped its authority in doing so. (TheBlock) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific Scooped Up By AI Firm CoreWeave in $9 Billion: CoreWeave has agreed to acquire Core Scientific in a $9 billion | 82,661 BTC all-stock deal, providing 1.3 gigawatts of power with potential for expansion. The agreement aims to enhance operating efficiency and de-risk future expansion for CoreWeave. (Decrypt) 2. BlackRock iShares Bitcoin ETF Surges Past 700K BTC in Record-Breaking Run: BlackRock’s IBIT becomes third-largest revenue driver among nearly 1,200 funds as spot bitcoin ETFs reshape the investment landscape. (CoinDesk) -Economic Indicators- 1. US Stocks Slide on New Tariffs and Trade Deadline Shift: Stocks in the US fell sharply on Monday as President Trump reignited trade tensions by unveiling a wave of new tariffs and extending the deadline for their implementation to August 1. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each lost 0.8%, pulling back from record highs reached last week, the Dow dropped 422 points. Trump posted letters on social media announcing 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, with additional levies of up to 40% targeting goods from countries like Malaysia, Myanmar, and South Africa. He also warned of an extra 10% tariff on nations aligning with the “Anti-American policies of BRICS,” as the bloc held a summit in Brazil. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Cyberattack deals blow to Russian firmware used to repurpose civilian drones for Ukraine war: Russian developers behind a custom firmware used to convert consumer drones for military use in Ukraine have reported a cyberattack on their infrastructure, disrupting the system that distributes the software. According to a statement, unidentified hackers breached servers responsible for delivering the “1001” firmware, displayed false messages on operator terminals, and then disabled the system. (TheRecord) (AC-Attacks come from many directions.) -Technology and Science- 1. Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, seems to get right-wing update: Under Musk’s announcement post, the chatbot appeared to condone the use of the “R-word” on the platform, writing “free speech is prioritized here.” The word has been widely embraced in right-wing circles even though many consider it a disability slur. (NBC) (AC-I didn't know that the 'R-word' was a right wing term. It also took a minute to guess that 'R-word' means retard/retarded.) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 65/100 (Down 8 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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 902,511 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 24Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Iran Hits US Base in Qatar / Trump Announces Ceasefire, Tenuous / SCOTUS Allows Trump to Continue to Deport Migrants / Trump Goes After Sen. Massie in KY / The Fed Drops Guidance on Crypto for Banks / Sen. Schiff Intros Bill Banning Crypto for President / US Housing to Consider Crypto Holdings for Mortgages / MSTR Buys More / Equities Up, Oil Down on Ceasefire / Iran Using Street Cams to Hit Israel / High Demand for AI Engineers / Bitcoin Knots Grabbing Share of Nodes Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $105,223, 31.69 oz Gold, .24 Median US House 24hr Hi: $106,116 / Lo: $99,705 Volume: $67B (Up 6%) Mkt Cap: $2.09T (Up 4%) HashRate: 798 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 200%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Iran Fires at U.S. Bases in Qatar, Iraq; Missiles Intercepted: Iranian state television apparently confirmed the launch of at least ten ballistic missiles. The U.S. had moved air and naval assets out of harm’s way in anticipation. Iran claimed that it had actually hit Al-Udeid base, a major U.S. base in Qatar. Qatar confirmed that it had been attacked, and protested against what it called a violation of its sovereignty. It also found a way to blame “Israeli escalation in the region” for the Iranian attack on a U.S. base. (Breitbart) 2. Trump says Iran and Israel agree to a ceasefire: President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran have agreed to a 12-hour ceasefire, starting in approximately six hours, to end the current conflict, referred to as 'THE 12 DAY WAR.' (GroundNews) -US Events- 1. Supreme Court allows Trump to restart swift deportation of migrants away from their home countries: SCOTUS lifted a lower court’s injunction, permitting the Trump administration to quickly deport criminal migrants to countries such as South Sudan and Libya without prior notification or the opportunity to contest their removal. (GroundNews) 2. Trump launches MAGA PAC in effort to oust Rep. Massie from Congress: Trump's team has launched Kentucky MAGA, a super PAC devoted to defeating Massie in the May 2026 primary. (Axios) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Federal Reserve Drops Reputational Risk Rule, Easing Path for Crypto Banks: The change could influence how institutions manage relationships with emerging sectors, including crypto. Observers say the adjustment may reduce the number of banks cutting off service to high-risk businesses without financial justification. (Blockonomi) 2. Senator Introduces Bill to Block U.S. President From Crypto: Senator Adam Schiff has introduced the Curbing Officials’ Income and Nondisclosure (COIN) Act, a bill that seeks to restrict White House officials and their families from participating in cryptocurrency-related activities. This bill restricts public officials, including the US President and Vice President, from launching, promoting, or profiting from crypto.(CoinGape) 3. US Housing Agency to Assess How Crypto Holdings Affect Mortgage Qualifications: The U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency, led by director Bill Pulte, will explore the potential impact of cryptocurrency holdings on mortgage qualification. Pulte, a crypto investor himself, has holdings in Bitcoin, Solana, and shares in a major bitcoin mining company. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Strategy's Recent Bitcoin Purchase Adds to Their Substantial Holdings, Now Totaling Around $60 Billion: Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, recently acquired 245 Bitcoin for $24.8 million, bringing their total holdings to 592,345 tokens worth around $60 billion. (Decrypt) -Economic Indicators- 1. US Equities Rise as Iran Retaliation Appears Limited: US stocks closed higher on Monday as oil prices plunged, after Iran launched missiles at a US air base in Qatar in response to American strikes on its nuclear facilities. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq each gained 0.9%, while the Dow advanced 374 points, supported by easing concerns over a major oil supply disruption. (TradingEconomics) 2. US 10-Year Yield Steadies Ahead of Powell Testimony: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held near 4.35% on Tuesday, maintaining recent declines as investors awaited Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s semi-annual testimony before Congress for signals on the central bank’s policy outlook. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Israeli officials say Iran exploiting security cameras to guide missile strikes: Israeli officials are urging citizens to disconnect internet-connected security cameras, warning that Iran may be exploiting them to gather real-time intelligence and adjust missile targeting. (TheRecord) -Technology and Science- 1. Sam Altman says Meta offered $100 million | 950 BTC bonuses to OpenAI employees: The alleged attempts by Meta to hire OpenAI staffers are the latest signs of a frenzy to hire top engineers to develop AI models, and they come at a time when the Facebook owner is working on building its superintelligence unit to catch up with competitors. (Reuters) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Bitcoin Knots gain ground: Will a chain split kill BTC price?: Bitcoin Knots, first released by developer Luke Dashjr in the early 2010s, has long offered a more configurable and policy-agnostic alternative to Core. Bitcoin Knots has grown an impressive 638% since the start of the year, jumping from only 394 nodes to 2,909 nodes as of June 19. This massive growth rate started to see significant upticks in May and now makes up 13.24% of all the nodes supporting the Bitcoin network. (CoinTelegraph) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 65/100 (Up 18 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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 902,409 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 23Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Iran to Shut Down Hormuz Straight Following US Air Strikes / UN Security Council Meets to Discuss; Russia, China Condemn Strikes / Suicide Bomber Kills 20 in Damascus Church / Maduro 'Disappears' Economists, Shuts Down Crypto / US Threat Advisory After Air Strikes / Shooter at Michigan Church Killed By Guard / Norway To Ban Crypto Mining to Save Electricity / Texas SBR Bill Signed Into Law / More Companies Hodling Bitcoin / Europe Wants Their Gold Back From NY / Markets React to Mideast Tensions / Two Crypto Sites Hacked To Squeeze Your Keys / Robotaxis in Texas Need Driving Permit Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $101,455, 30.17 oz Gold, .24 Median US House 24hr Hi: $102,852 / Lo: $98,286 Volume: $63B (Up 34%) Mkt Cap: $2.01T (Down 1%) HashRate: 837 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 75%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Iran parliament votes to shut Hormuz strait in response to US attack raising fears of oil price shock: Trump’s decision to follow Israel by launching a US attack on Iran has set off a chain of events that analysts warned could drive prices up much further when markets open at 11pm UK time on Sunday. A fifth of the world’s oil consumption flows through the strait of Hormuz, which is a gateway out of the Persian Gulf. (TheGuardian) 2. UN Security Council meets on Iran as Russia, China push for a ceasefire: The U.N. Security Council met on Sunday to discuss U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear sites as Russia, China and Pakistan proposed the 15-member body adopt a resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in the Middle East. (Reuters) 3. Suicide bombing at Damascus church kills 20: The attacker entered Mar Elias Church in Dweila during a service and opened fire with a weapon before detonating an explosive vest. Officials added that he was affiliated with the jihadist group Islamic State (IS). (BBC) 4. As Venezuela’s currency crashes, Maduro locks up analysts, shuts down dollar trackers: In recent weeks, authorities have detained economists, analysts and digital platform operators who publish independent financial data, intensifying a campaign of repression aimed at concealing Venezuela’s worsening economic crisis. “The government wants to eliminate the parallel market without supplying enough dollars — and that’s impossible,” said exiled economist JosĂ© Guerra, who heads the observatory. “They’re trying to control inflation while printing money without backing. Monetary liquidity increased 250% through May alone. That inevitably fuels more inflation.” The cryptocurrency exchange El Dorado has also shut down operations in Venezuela following the arrests. Now, many informal currency exchanges are being routed through platforms like Binance, in an effort to avoid digital surveillance and government crackdowns. (MiamiHerold) (AC-Lessons in how a tyranny cracks down on economic freedoms.) -US Events- 1. Advisory warns of 'heightened threat environment' in US after Iran strikes: A National Terrorism Advisory System bulletin warned of a heightened threat environment in the United States following military strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. (GroundNews) 2. Suspect shot and killed by a security guard after a shooting at a Michigan church: A gunman opened fire during a service at a suburban Detroit church on Sunday, wounding one person before he was shot and killed by a security guard, police said. Kelly said a church member ran the suspect over with his truck, giving the security guard time to shoot him. Police described the suspect as a 31-year-old white male. (AP) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Norway Plans to Temporarily Ban New Bitcoin & Crypto Mining Centers to Conserve Energy: The government concluded that it was better to redirect electricity to other industries and economic sectors and that it would be better for the national interest. (BitcoinMag) (AC- Historically speaking, conservation of energy in an economy is not synonymous with freedom, growth or abundance for the population.) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Texas governor signs bill adding Bitcoin to official reserves: Texas becomes the first US state to commit public funds to a standalone Bitcoin reserve, aiming to treat BTC as a long-term strategic asset. Furthermore, only assets with a market capitalization exceeding $500 billion | 5,036,210 BTC are eligible for inclusion, a threshold currently met only by Bitcoin. (CoinTelegraph) -Institutional Concerns- 1. $1.24 Billion | 12,491 BTC in Bitcoin Added to Corporate Treasuries This Week: Bitcoin is seeing a surge in corporate interest. In just five days from June 16 to 20, 18 companies added a combined 12,010 BTC to their treasuries. Two new firms, including Prenetics, began holding Bitcoin, starting with 187.4 BTC. Strategy led the purchases with a massive 10,100 BTC buy. That’s over $1 billion | 10,073 BTC in a single move. Other notable buys came from Metaplanet, The Blockchain Group, H100 Group, and The Smarter Web Company. (CoinGape) -Economic Indicators- 1. Calls for European Nations to Repatriate Gold From US Amid Geopolitical Concerns: Germany and Italy are facing increasing pressure to relocate their gold reserves from the New York Federal Reserve due to rising geopolitical tensions and concerns over U.S. monetary policy under President Donald Trump. (BitcoinCom) 2. US 10-Year Yield Holds Steady Amid Geopolitical Tensions: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held steady around 4.39% on Monday, extending its sideways trading pattern for more than a week as investors weighed escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Cointelegraph and CoinMarketCap Hacked: Two major crypto websites — Cointelegraph and CoinMarketCap — have recently fallen victim to high-profile security threats. In response to these incidents, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has issued a warning, urging users to be cautious with wallet connections. While the hacked platform displayed a malicious pop-up notification attempting to trick users into verifying their crypto wallets, CoinMarketCap promptly removed the code. (CoinGape) -Technology and Science- 1. Texas Passes New Law Requiring Permits for All Self-Driving Cars Starting September: Amidst this new law's approval, Tesla launched its Robotaxi service in Austin which touts a fully autonomous ride-hailing experience for users in the city, with the company rolling out driverless rides using their Model Y. (TechTimes) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 47/100 (Down 7 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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 902,039 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 20Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Europe Tries to Mediate Iran Conflict / China Flexes Over Taiwan / Appeals Court Sides With Trump on National Guard / Zero Migrants in May / Arizona OK on Hold Bitcoin (Seized) / Trump Family Reduces Stake in Crypto Firm / Putin, XI To Invest in S America Via BRICS / Semler Scientific Aims for #2 / Largest Leak of Personal Data Ever / Microplastics in Glass Jars? / PubKey Goes to DC / Will He or Won't He? Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $106,081, 31.67 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $106,539 / Lo: $103,940 Volume: $41B (Down 10%) Mkt Cap: $2.1T (Up 1%) HashRate: 871 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. European and Iranian diplomats to meet as US delays decision on joining strikes: Talks to be held in Geneva, with British FM saying there is a 2-week window for diplomatic solution as Trump puts off decision on whether to join campaign against Iran. (TimesOfIsrael) 2. Israel’s Netanyahu says fall of Iran’s leadership not a goal but could be a result: Netanyahu stated that Israel has the power to remove all of Iran's nuclear facilities, whether the US joins or not. (GroundNews) 3. China sends scores of planes across central line in Taiwan Strait: China sent 74 warplanes toward Taiwan between late Thursday and early Friday, 61 of which crossed the central line in the Taiwan Strait that unofficially divides the sides, an unusually large number. On Thursday, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs “confirmed and welcomed” the transit of the British Royal Navy’s off-shore patrol craft HMS Spey through the Taiwan Strait a day earlier. (AP) (AC- With so much happening in the Mideast and Ukraine, it's important to keep an eye on tensions in the Pacific.) -US Events- 1. Appeals court lets Trump keep control National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles during protests: The decision halts a ruling from a lower court judge who found Trump acted illegally when he activated the soldiers over opposition from California Gov. Gavin Newsom. The deployment was the first by a president of a state National Guard without the governor’s permission since 1965. The court case could have wider implications on the president’s power to deploy soldiers within the United States. (Breitbart) 2. Zero Migrants Admitted to U.S. After Illegally Crossing Border in May — Apprehensions Dropped 93 Percent: In May 2024, the Biden administration admitted more than 62,000 migrants into the U.S. who illegally crossed the border between ports of entry. Under the Trump administration, one year later, that number fell to zero. At the same time, illegal border crossings fell by nearly 93 percent compared to the same period last year. (Breitbart) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Arizona's Senate Passes Bitcoin Reserve Bill for Managing Seized Digital Assets: Arizona's Senate has passed the revived Bitcoin Reserve Bill, sending it to the House for a final vote. The bill establishes a fund for digital assets seized through criminal asset forfeiture, managed by the state treasurer. (Decrypt) 2. Trump Family Reduces Stake in World Liberty Financial Amid Growing Scrutiny From Lawmakers: An update to World Liberty Financials' legal disclosure section reveals a reduction in the Trump family's majority stake from 60% to about 40%. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Putin and XI to Kickstart Global South BRICS Investment Platform: Yuri Ushakov. aide to President Putin, added that the platform would “promote the economic growth of our countries and partners among representatives of the Global South,” hinting at a deeper South-South integration with BRICS-aligned countries that are still not part of the bloc. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Basically a mechanism for Russia and China to invest in South America in a similar vein of China's Belt and Road Initiative, but with the stated goal of weakening the US global economic dominance.) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Semler Scientific Reveals Plan to Become Second-Largest Corporate Bitcoin Holder: Semler Scientific plans to acquire up to 105,000 Bitcoin by 2027, aiming to become the second-largest corporate holder of the asset after Michael Saylor’s Strategy. (Decrypt) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Steady Amid Heightened Uncertainties: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held around 4.39% on Friday, staying within a narrow range as investors weighed rising geopolitical risks and an uncertain economic outlook. Demand for safe-haven assets kept yields under pressure this week, driven by escalating tensions between Israel and Iran and the possibility of US involvement. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Urgent Upgrade Appeal After ‘Biggest Ever’ 16 Billion Hack Hits Facebook, Google, Apple And Others: This is not just a leak—it’s a blueprint for mass exploitation," experts with Cybernews wrote. “With over 16 billion login records exposed, cybercriminals now have unprecedented access to personal credentials that can be used for account takeover, identity theft, and highly targeted phishing.” A recent high-profile spate of physical attacks on bitcoin and crypto holders has escalated demand for services that keep user data secret. Replacing cloud-based security with passwords and encryption keys stored on a user’s device means hacks on centralized services are less likely to put user data or personal information like emails, phone numbers or home addresses at risk. (Forbes) -Technology and Science- 1. More Microplastics In Glass Bottles Than Plastic: Drinks including water, soda, beer and wine sold in glass bottles contain more microplastics than those in plastic bottles, according to a surprising study released by France's food safety agency. "We then noticed that in the glass, the particles emerging from the samples were the same shape, color and polymer composition -- so therefore the same plastic -- as the paint on the outside of the caps that seal the glass bottles," she said. But drink manufacturers could easily reduce the amount of microplastics shed by bottle caps, it added. (IBTimes) -Bitcoin Community- 1. New York’s PubKey Bitcoin bar will orange-pill Washington DC next: After the success of PubKey in New York, the bar’s next move is to open up another one in Washington, DC. Pacchia can’t reveal much, other than that “it’s going to be huge” and that some more info should be coming in the next month or two. “Bitcoin certainly deserves an embassy in Washington, DC,” he says. (CoinTelegraph) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 54/100 (Down 3 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): Forecast Friday: The big question today is will the US take military action in Iran alongside Israel? There is logical arguments on both sides. Trump has indicated multiple times his wish for peace and ending key conflicts with which he secured support for his re-election. He also understands the potential negative ramifications of such actions with the US war-weary populace. In addition, Israel seems to be doing ok on it's own. On the other side, this is a chance to establish 'dominance' in the region again, increase military capabilities and experience, and to increase government spending on an 'emergency'. The Polymarket odds have dropped from almost 70% 3 days ago to 45% today that the US will act in Iran by July. It seems to indicate a greatly reduced likelihood of US involvement. 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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 901,891 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 19Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Iran Missile Hits Israel Hospital / North Korea to Help Rebuild Kursk / Pakistani General Visits Trump / Will US Join, or not? / ICE Picks up OPTEMPO / SCOTUS Says No to Youth Transgender 'Care' / US Resumes Students Visas With Caveat / France Says No to Bitcoin Mining With Extra Power / GENIUS Heads to House / Patent Trolls Coming For Bitcoin / Markets Steady, Quiet / DOJ Grabs USDT From Scammers / Iran's Key Crypto Exchange Hacked / OpenAI Captures DoD Dollars / SpaceX Rocket Goes Boom / Texas Instruments Invests Big in Chip Fab Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,842, 31.08 oz Gold, .24 Median US House 24hr Hi: $105,329 / Lo: $103,602 Volume: $45B (Down 11%) Mkt Cap: $2.08T (Even) HashRate: 871 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 81%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Netanyahu declares Israel 'will exact the full price' after Iranian strike hits hospital in Israel: "This morning, Iran's terrorist tyrants launched missiles at Soroka Hospital in Beersheba and at a civilian population in the center of the country," Netanyahu said in the Hebrew-language post on X. (Fox) 2. N Korea to send thousands to help rebuild Russia's Kursk: Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu, who held talks with North Korea's Kim Jong Un in its capital Pyongyang on Tuesday, described the deployment as "fraternal assistance". (BBC) 3. Trump hosts Pakistani army chief, disagrees with India over India-Pakistan war mediation: The meeting signaled improved U.S.-Pakistan ties, highlighted strengthened counterterrorism cooperation against ISIS-K, and featured Munir urging an immediate end to regional conflicts. (GroundNews) 4. Trump privately approved attack plans for Iran pending final order: President Donald Trump approved plans to join Israel in attacking Iran on Tuesday but delayed putting them into action to see if Tehran would pledge to abandon its nuclear ambitions. A White House aide told the Journal that Trump is continuing to monitor developments and will act accordingly, adding that multiple options remain on the table. (IndependentUK, WSJ) -US Events- 1. ICE Raids Louisiana Racetrack, Detains over 80 Illegal Aliens: ICE agents, along with state and local authorities, conducted a raid on Tuesday morning at the Delta Downs Racetrack in Vinton, Louisiana, nabbing more than 80 backstretch workers. (Breibart) 2. Supreme Court upholds Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth: The court’s majority opinion was penned by Chief Justice John Roberts and joined by the other five members of the conservative wing. The three liberals dissented. (CNN) 3. US resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to social media accounts: Consular officers were instructed to carry out detailed screenings to identify any signs of opposition to the U.S. government, culture, or foundational values, with applicants possibly being denied if they refuse to make their social media publicly accessible. (GroundNews) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. France Rejects Bitcoin Mining Proposal: The French National Assembly has decided not to discuss the subject of bitcoin mining as a possible destination for the French energy surplus. The recently introduced amendment was rejected on procedural grounds, which means the measure’s intent was not fully discussed. (BitcoinCom) 2. Trump on GENIUS stablecoin bill: ‘Get it to my desk, ASAP’: ”The Senate just passed an incredible Bill that is going to make America the UNDISPUTED Leader in Digital Assets,” Trump said before calling on the House of Representatives to pass the bill “LIGHTNING FAST” in a Truth Social post on Thursday. (CoinTelegraph) 3. The Trolls Are Coming: Defending Bitcoin Mining from Patent Trolls: Bitcoin’s use of elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), which is essential for generating key pairs and validating digital signatures, has drawn the attention of a nonpracticing entity (NPE), more commonly known as a patent troll. If Malikie succeeds, virtually anyone running Bitcoin software (miners, node operators and potentially even wallet providers) could be exposed to patent liability. (BitcoinMag) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. Dollar Climbs on Fed Rate Hold, MidEast Tensions: The US dollar index rose above 99 on Thursday, extending this week's gains after the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged and reaffirmed a cautious, data-dependent stance. (TradingEconomics) 2. US Futures Dip Ahead of Juneteenth Holiday: US stock futures edged lower Wednesday evening ahead of Thursday’s market closure for Juneteenth. During the regular session, the Dow Jones and S&P 500 slipped 0.1% and 0.03%, respectively, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.13%. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. 'Pig Butchering' Crypto Scams Propel Record $225 Million: The U.S. Department of Justice has filed to seize $225.3 million worth of Tether's USDT stablecoin, linked to a large-scale crypto scam involving money laundering through the OKX exchange. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino emphasized the company's commitment to compliance in digital assets. (Decrypt) 2. Hacker group claims leak of Nobitex source code as Iranian exchange’s stolen funds top $100 million: Gonjeshke Darande, the pro-Israel hacker group that claims to be behind the attack on Iran's Nobitex crypto exchange yesterday, claims to have exposed what appears to be the platform's key source code. Chainalysis have linked Nobitex to illicit actors, including IRGC-affiliated ransomware operators and sanctioned Russian crypto exchanges. (TheBlock) -Technology and Science- 1. OpenAI Lands $200 Million Pentagon Pilot Contract for Frontier AI: OpenAI has been awarded a $200 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense to develop frontier AI capabilities for national security and warfighting. The one-year agreement, announced yesterday, will be primarily executed in the Washington D.C. area through July 2026. (GoundNews) 2, SpaceX's Starship Static Rocket Test Suffers "Major Anomaly": During a late-night static-fire test at Starbase, Texas, a SpaceX Starship rocket slated for Flight 10 suffered a "major anomaly" and exploded on a test stand. (ZeroHedge) (Ac-Impressive video) 3. Texas Instruments Unveils $60B | 572,393 BTC Semiconductor Program – Largest in U.S. History: The initiative could not be more timely despite ongoing geopolitical tension, competition with China, and the U.S. drive for independence and leadership in crypto and AI. Leading U.S. technology companies, including NVIDIA, SpaceX, and Apple, are part of the effort, which also promises seven fabs and over 60,000 jobs. (BictoinSensus) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 57/100 (Down 9 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): Declare your own independence from fiat slavery, study Bitcoin. 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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 901,624 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 17Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Trump Leaves G7 Early / People Fleeing Tehran / EU Looks to Cut Russian Oil / Spending Bill in Senate To Be Voted on Soon / ICE to Expand Deportations / Trump to Expand Travel Ban From More Countries / GENIUS Final Vote / Japan Looking at Digital Currencies / Could Blackrock 'Take Over' Bitcoin? / BTC ETFs Inflow Last 6 Days / Coinbase Sponsors Military Parade / FOMC Meets This Week / OpenAI and Microsoft Relationship Fraying Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $105,798, 31.20 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $108,915 / Lo: $105,528 Volume: $52B (Up 22%) Mkt Cap: $2.1T (Down 1%) HashRate: 907 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 14 sats/vBtye (Up 1300%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Trump, Rubio cutting G7 trip short, returning to DC as chatter indicates Iranians fleeing Tehran: President Donald Trump decided to cut his trip to the G7 short on Monday, shortly after he said on his social media platform, Truth Social, that "everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!" In addition to Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who was also in Alberta, Canada this week for the G7 conference, will be cutting his trip short as well, Fox News has learned. (Fox) 2. Israel and Iran trade strikes on fifth day of conflict: In Iran, at least 224 people have been killed since hostilities began. In Israel, 24 people have been killed. Reports indicate the Chinese Embassy is evacuating its staff from Tehran. "The IDF will begin attacking significant targets of the Iranian regime in the coming 24 hours - of a new type" - (CNN, X, Various) 3. EU Aims To Cut All Russian Gas Imports By 2027: As the European Union seeks to end its dependency on Russian energy, the European Commission is set to propose this week a ban on new contracts for natural gas supply with Russia on the basis of trade law, which needs a majority vote approval instead of a unanimous EU call. (Zerohedge) -US Events- 1. Marsha Blackburn: Senate GOP ‘on Track’ to Get ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ to Trump by July 4th: Blackburn spoke about how the bill would make the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts permanent and would implement parts of Trump’s agenda, such as no tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security for seniors. (Breitbart) 2. Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, undeterred by protests: Trump in a social media posting called on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials “to do all in their power to achieve the very important goal of delivering the single largest Mass Deportation Program in History.” He added that to reach the goal officials ”must expand efforts to detain and deport Illegal Aliens in America’s largest Cities, such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, where Millions upon Millions of Illegal Aliens reside.” (AP) 3. Trump Considers Expanding Travel Ban to 36 More Countries: U.S. President Donald Trump is considering expanding travel restrictions to citizens from 36 more countries, according to a State Department cable obtained by Reuters. This follows an earlier executive proclamation barring entry from 12 nations and would represent one of the most extensive visa overhauls in recent U.S. history. (TradingEconomics) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Elizabeth Warren criticizes GENIUS Act over stablecoin concerns ahead of final vote: “The GENIUS Act has a major loophole allowing Big Tech companies and major retailers to issue their own private currencies structured as stablecoins. This bill shouldn’t pass without amendments preventing these risks.” she said (CryptoSlate) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Japan Flirts With Digital Currency as Cash Loses Its Crown: While the country has long adhered to a “cash is king” ethos, the share of cashless payments in Japan jumped from 13.2% in 2010 to 42.8% last year. That means the possible establishment of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), the report said. (PYMNTS) (AC-Imagine if Japan actually adopted Bitcoin as it's new currency - it would rise like a Phoenix.) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Warning: Blackrock Could Orchestrate Institutional Bitcoin Takeover: Vlad Costea, host of the Bitcoin Takeover podcast, has warned of a potential scenario in which institutions like Blackrock might orchestrate a takeover by forking bitcoin and using its current ticker, BTC, to create legitimacy around it. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Always good to consider possibilities even if they are far-fetched.) 2. Bitcoin ETFs add $412M|3,903 BTC to extend 6-day inflow streak amid Israel-Iran conflict (CoinTelegraph) 3. Is Bitcoin Anti-War? Coinbase Hit With Criticism Over Army Parade Backing: The U.S. Army parade sponsored by Coinbase drew criticism from crypto influencers like Peter Saddington and Adam Cochran. Some crypto users believe the sponsorship contradicts Coinbase's apolitical stance and goes against Bitcoin's purported anti-war principles. (Decrypt) -Economic Indicators- 1. Fed Rate Cut in June? What to Expect From This Week’s FOMC Meeting: By Thursday, June 18, the Committee will reveal the new (or old) interest rate decision to go into effect until July 30. To sum it up, markets are nearly sure the current 4.25% – 4.50% interest rate will remain the same. (BitcoinSensus) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- 1. The cracks in the OpenAI-Microsoft relationship are reportedly widening: The report, citing anonymous sources, says OpenAI executives have considered publicly accusing Microsoft of anticompetitive behavior throughout their partnership. OpenAI executives also mulled whether to seek a federal regulatory review of their contract with Microsoft. (YahooFinance) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 68/100 (Up 7 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

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 901,624 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 17Jun2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Trump Leaves G7 Early / People Fleeing Tehran / EU Looks to Cut Russian Oil / Spending Bill in Senate To Be Voted on Soon / ICE to Expand Deportations / Trump to Expand Travel Ban From More Countries / GENIUS Final Vote / Japan Looking at Digital Currencies / Could Blackrock 'Take Over' Bitcoin? / BTC ETFs Inflow Last 6 Days / Coinbase Sponsors Military Parade / FOMC Meets This Week / OpenAI and Microsoft Relationship Fraying Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $105,798, 31.20 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $108,915 / Lo: $105,528 Volume: $52B (Up 22%) Mkt Cap: $2.1T (Down 1%) HashRate: 907 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 14 sats/vBtye (Up 1300%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Trump, Rubio cutting G7 trip short, returning to DC as chatter indicates Iranians fleeing Tehran: President Donald Trump decided to cut his trip to the G7 short on Monday, shortly after he said on his social media platform, Truth Social, that "everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!" In addition to Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who was also in Alberta, Canada this week for the G7 conference, will be cutting his trip short as well, Fox News has learned. (Fox) 2. Israel and Iran trade strikes on fifth day of conflict: In Iran, at least 224 people have been killed since hostilities began. In Israel, 24 people have been killed. Reports indicate the Chinese Embassy is evacuating its staff from Tehran. "The IDF will begin attacking significant targets of the Iranian regime in the coming 24 hours - of a new type" - (CNN, X, Various) 3. EU Aims To Cut All Russian Gas Imports By 2027: As the European Union seeks to end its dependency on Russian energy, the European Commission is set to propose this week a ban on new contracts for natural gas supply with Russia on the basis of trade law, which needs a majority vote approval instead of a unanimous EU call. (Zerohedge) -US Events- 1. Marsha Blackburn: Senate GOP ‘on Track’ to Get ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ to Trump by July 4th: Blackburn spoke about how the bill would make the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts permanent and would implement parts of Trump’s agenda, such as no tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security for seniors. (Breitbart) 2. Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, undeterred by protests: Trump in a social media posting called on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials “to do all in their power to achieve the very important goal of delivering the single largest Mass Deportation Program in History.” He added that to reach the goal officials ”must expand efforts to detain and deport Illegal Aliens in America’s largest Cities, such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, where Millions upon Millions of Illegal Aliens reside.” (AP) 3. Trump Considers Expanding Travel Ban to 36 More Countries: U.S. President Donald Trump is considering expanding travel restrictions to citizens from 36 more countries, according to a State Department cable obtained by Reuters. This follows an earlier executive proclamation barring entry from 12 nations and would represent one of the most extensive visa overhauls in recent U.S. history. (TradingEconomics) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Elizabeth Warren criticizes GENIUS Act over stablecoin concerns ahead of final vote: “The GENIUS Act has a major loophole allowing Big Tech companies and major retailers to issue their own private currencies structured as stablecoins. This bill shouldn’t pass without amendments preventing these risks.” she said (CryptoSlate) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Japan Flirts With Digital Currency as Cash Loses Its Crown: While the country has long adhered to a “cash is king” ethos, the share of cashless payments in Japan jumped from 13.2% in 2010 to 42.8% last year. That means the possible establishment of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), the report said. (PYMNTS) (AC-Imagine if Japan actually adopted Bitcoin as it's new currency - it would rise like a Phoenix.) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Warning: Blackrock Could Orchestrate Institutional Bitcoin Takeover: Vlad Costea, host of the Bitcoin Takeover podcast, has warned of a potential scenario in which institutions like Blackrock might orchestrate a takeover by forking bitcoin and using its current ticker, BTC, to create legitimacy around it. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Always good to consider possibilities even if they are far-fetched.) 2. Bitcoin ETFs add $412M|3,903 BTC to extend 6-day inflow streak amid Israel-Iran conflict (CoinTelegraph) 3. Is Bitcoin Anti-War? Coinbase Hit With Criticism Over Army Parade Backing: The U.S. Army parade sponsored by Coinbase drew criticism from crypto influencers like Peter Saddington and Adam Cochran. Some crypto users believe the sponsorship contradicts Coinbase's apolitical stance and goes against Bitcoin's purported anti-war principles. (Decrypt) -Economic Indicators- 1. Fed Rate Cut in June? What to Expect From This Week’s FOMC Meeting: By Thursday, June 18, the Committee will reveal the new (or old) interest rate decision to go into effect until July 30. To sum it up, markets are nearly sure the current 4.25% – 4.50% interest rate will remain the same. (BitcoinSensus) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- 1. The cracks in the OpenAI-Microsoft relationship are reportedly widening: The report, citing anonymous sources, says OpenAI executives have considered publicly accusing Microsoft of anticompetitive behavior throughout their partnership. OpenAI executives also mulled whether to seek a federal regulatory review of their contract with Microsoft. (YahooFinance) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 68/100 (Up 7 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

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