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Bitcoin Veterans - A Veteran Support Group whose mission is to connect and coordinate Veterans to advance our Oaths of Defending Freedom

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2025-01-08 14:27:06 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 878,349
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 08Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Trump Warns Hamas / South Korean President Faces New Arrest Warrant / Fires in California Force Evacuations / US Ports May Strike Over Automation / GB Livelsberger Used ChatGPT to Plan / Texas Court Orders BTC Keys to be Handed Over / 20 More US States Look at Bitcoin Reserves / Ripple CEO, Legal Officer Dine With Trump / BRICS Expands Again / Bhutan City Sets Up Crypto Reserve / UK Court Seizes Criminal's Bitcoin / Tencent Blacklisted by DoD
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $95,224, 35.88 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $100,945 / Lo: $94,550
Vol: $68B (Up 38%)
Mkt Cap: $1.88T (Down 5%)
HashRate: 798 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 7 sats/vBtye (Up 133%)
Nodes: 21,136
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Trump says ‘all hell will break out’ if no hostage deal by inauguration: President-elect Donald Trump said in a news conference that “all hell will break out” and it will “not be good for Hamas” if a deal to release Israeli hostages held by the militant group is not done before his Jan. 20 inauguration. In response to Trump’s comments, Hamas official Osama Hamdan told reporters that “the U.S. president must make more disciplined and diplomatic statements,” Reuters reported. (WaPo)
2. South Korea's Yoon faces new arrest attempt in fortified compound: Acting president Choi Sang-mok urged on Wednesday authorities to "do their best to prevent any injuries to citizens or physical conflict between government agencies" while executing Yoon's arrest warrant. The Presidential Security Service (PSS) has been fortifying the compound this week with barbed wire and barricades using buses to block access to the residence, a hillside villa in an upscale district known as Korea's Beverly Hills. (Reuters) (AC-The relatively peaceful political struggle over this situation is impressive, but may not last long. The implications for the regional security and US troops in Korea are immense and has outsized potential to destabilize the region.)
-US Events-
1. California Wildfires: Palisades A Blazing Nightmare As Residents Forced To Flee Burning Homes: California has declared a state of emergency as authorities combat the wind-driven wildfire. Around 30,000 people, or over 10,000 households, were under evacuation orders throughout the day. Utility tracker Poweroutage.us has also revealed that there are over 120,000 customers without power in California due to the weather situation. No injuries or fatalities have been confirmed so far. (IBTimes)
2. US Port Labor Talks Intensify as Automation Debate Threatens New Strike: Over 45,000 longshoremen could strike by January 15 despite agreeing to a 62% pay raise over six years. The main conflict centers on automation policies, with the International Longshoremen's Association demanding a complete ban to protect jobs. West Coast ports are already seeing record container volumes as shippers redirect cargo due to East Coast uncertainty. A strike would affect major ports including Baltimore and Virginia, potentially disrupting U.S. supply chains during presidential transition. (GroundNews) (AC-Luddites in the AI and robotics era may not fare well.)
3. Green Beret who exploded Cybertruck in Las Vegas used AI to plan blast: Sheriff Kevin McMahill said at a Tuesday news conference the soldier, Matthew Livelsberger, started using ChatGPT to get information on how to conduct his plot, calling it a “game changer.” OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, told CNN the company is “saddened by this incident and committed to seeing AI tools used responsibly.” (CNN) (AC-AI censoring and monitoring inbound.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Texas Court Orders Bitcoin Investor to Surrender Keys to $124 Million Stash: According to the order issued by U.S. District Judge Robert Pitman on Monday, Richard Ahlgren III must disclose all private keys and identify any devices that he used to store crypto, such as hardware wallets. The Austin, Texas resident faced three counts of filing false tax returns and four counts of illegal structuring of cash deposits. By December last year, Ahlgren was sentenced to two years in prison for falsely reporting capital gains he earned from selling $3.7 million worth of Bitcoin. (Decrypt) (AC-A key legal case to watch for hodlers. If the USG believes you withheld taxes from them, they will jail you and order you to share all your keys. It's unknown if Ahlgreen will comply.)
2. Satoshi Action Fund Says to Expect 20 More Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Bills at State Level: The Satoshi Action Fund plans to introduce up to 20 Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bills at the state level in the United States, aiming to double the number of states with pro-Bitcoin legislation by 2025. (Decrypt)
3. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse hails Donald Trump meeting as US crypto engagement grows: Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty attended a private dinner with US President-elect Donald Trump at the Mar-a-Lago Resort in Florida. In a Bloomberg interview, Ripple’s President Monica Long revealed plans to expand the RLUSD stablecoin to additional exchanges soon. (CryptoSlate) (AC-This meeting portends a centralized altcoin and stablecoin emphasis for the incoming administration versus a decentralized Bitcoin-based emphasis. Interpretations of these possibilities are varied.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. BRICS Expands Again – Indonesia Gains Full Membership in Historic Move: Indonesia’s accession to BRICS as a full member has been officially confirmed by Brazil’s government, with the announcement made on Jan. 6. Recent BRICS expansion brought in multiple new participants. In January 2024, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were formally inducted into the bloc. A Russian official confirmed that Belarus, Bolivia, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Thailand, Uganda, and Uzbekistan have joined as BRICS partners. (BitcoinCom) (AC-When viewing BRICS as an "anti-US hegemony" effort, the momentum and machinations point to an upcoming struggle for the economic, political, cultural and military "king of the hill" with the outcome far from assured. Pain will be the only sure thing.)
2. Bhutan economic hub to set up strategic crypto reserve: A new economic hub in Bhutan plans to set up a strategic cryptocurrency reserve comprising major crypto assets, including Bitcoin and Ether. Unlike other global jurisdictions exploring Bitcoin-only strategic reserves, Bhutan’s GMC seeks to stash several established cryptocurrencies as part of its potential crypto strategic reserve. (CoinTelegraph)
-Institutional Concerns-
NSTR
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Services Activity Rises More than Expected: The ISM Services PMI rose to 54.1 in December 2024 from 52.1 in November, above market expectations of 53.3. The reading marked the 10th time the composite index has been in expansion territory this year. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P 500 Rises for 3rd Session: Stocks in the US were mostly higher on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 rising 0.4%, extending gains for a third session, the Dow Jones adding nearly 130 points and the Nasdaq trading around the flatline. All sectors were in the green but energy and real estate outperformed. (TradingEconomics)
3. US Imports 2nd Highest on Record in November: Imports of goods and services into the US rose 3.4% to $351.6 billion in November 2024, the largest increase since March 2022, as companies rushed shipments ahead of a potential dockworkers’ strike and anticipated Trump administration tariffs. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. UK Authorities To Seize $4.3 Million In Bitcoin From Fugitive Crime Boss: A UK judge has ordered the seizure of $4.3 million in Bitcoin (BTC) from a British crime lord known as “Don Car-Leone.” The ruling comes after the fugitive failed to prove the crypto holdings weren’t related to criminal activities. (Bitcoinist)
-Technology and Science-
1. US Blacklists Gaming Giant Over Chinese Military Ties: Tencent, no question, is among one of the biggest players in China for gaming. Without it, none of League of Legends, Pokemon Unite, or PUBG Mobile exist now. However, now the US is treating the company as a military firm. Blacklisting Tencent over suspects linked to the Chinese military, this step can lead towards a disastrous fate not only for Tencent but all its gaming ventures like Riot Games, Epic Games, and even Ubisoft. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Down 8 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2025-01-06 19:20:55 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans - @nprofile…ds68 The Big Print.
https://fountain.fm/episode/LNfIpzosZ1BUQWdyxz4p

2025-01-06 15:52:43 GMT

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2025-01-01 00:47:22 GMT

COMING IN 2025
https://video.nostr.build/c430dd2f9f84975ba16b943d75caaebe50b83d74e8b56d25c8de9211492aa1d8.mp4

2024-12-19 13:52:40 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 875,445
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 19Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
__________________________
BLUF: IDF Strikes Yemen Ports / South Korean President Impeached, Faces Investigation / US Federal Funding Bill Scrapped, Shutdown Imminent / Defense Budget Passes With Big Raise For Servicemembers / Amazon Workers to Strike / IMF Deal in El Salvador Tweaks Bitcoin Mandate / BinanceUS to Reopen Next Year / Saylor Continues USD and Bitcoin Reserve Emphasis / Fed Cuts .25% But Scares Markets With Inflation Talk / All Gov Must Be In the Cloud, Say CISA / Nexo Donates to Core Devs
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $102,027, 39.20 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $104,947 / Lo: $98,792
Vol: $96B (Up 23%)
Mkt Cap: $2.02T (Down 3%)
HashRate: 788 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 10 sats/vBtye (UP 20%)
Nodes: 20,901
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Missile fired at Israel, IDF pounds Yemen, believes it paralyzed all 3 Houthi ports: Houthi missile partially intercepted, but warhead hits empty Ramat Gan school, building collapses. Meanwhile, dozens of Israeli Air Force (IAF) aircraft participated in the strikes in Yemen, including fighter jets, refuelers and spy planes, some 2,000 kilometers from Israel. The Houthi targets were struck at the Hodeida port — which Israel has struck twice before — and for the first time, in the rebel-held capital Sana’a, the IDF said. (TimesOfIsrael)
2. South Korea’s impeached leader avoids investigators as court begins meeting to determine his fate: Yoon was impeached by the opposition-controlled National Assembly on Saturday over his Dec. 3 martial law decree. His presidential powers have been subsequently suspended, and the Constitutional Court is to determine whether to formally remove him from office or reinstate him. If Yoon is dismissed, a national election to choose his successor must be held within 60 days. (AP)
-US Events-
1. Bloated federal funding bill is scrapped after Trump-boosted revolt: Scalise affirmed to reporters that the spending package — which would have funded the government until mid-March — is dead, leaving Congress scrambling to come up with a new agreement ahead of a looming government shutdown Saturday. The revolt was spearheaded by Elon Musk, one of Trump’s closest advisers and co-chair of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), as he went on a tirade on X Wednesday against Republicans who supported the stopgap measure. “There’s no new agreement right now, we’re obviously looking at a lot of options,” the Louisiana Rep. Scalise responded. (NYPost)
2. Senate finalizes plans for a massive junior enlisted pay boost in 2025: The $850 billion defense spending policy measure easily passed the chamber 85-14 despite opposition from some Democratic lawmakers who raised concerns about transgender care restrictions in the legislation. The bill passed the House by a 281-140 margin last week, and now heads to the White House for the president’s signature. Around 500,000 troops E-4 and below will benefit from the targeted salary hike, which will increase their base salaries by 10% above the annual military-wide pay adjustment. (MilitaryTimes)
3. Amazon Workers Strike: How It Could Impact Your Holiday Deliveries: Thousands of Amazon workers were expected to walk off the job on Thursday, challenging the e-commerce giant in the final days of its busiest time of year. The nationwide action follows Amazon's repeated refusal to follow the law and bargain with the thousands of unionized Amazon workers, according to the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. The walkout will involve workers from facilities in New York City, Skokie, Illinois, Atlanta, San Francisco and Southern California. Amazon has invested heavily in wage increases. Earlier this year, the retailer announced a $2.1 billion initiative to raise pay for its fulfillment and transportation employees, increasing base wages by at least $1.50 per hour to around $22, which amounts to a nearly 7% increase. (IBTimes)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. El Salvador’s IMF Deal Modifies Bitcoin Legal Tender Framework: El Salvador's new IMF agreement maintains Bitcoin's legal tender status while making its acceptance voluntary and reducing government involvement, as part of a broader $1.4 billion economic reform package that could unlock additional international funding. (Blockonomi)
2. Binance(dot)US Says it Aims to Restore USD Services Next Year: Binance(dot)US plans to reintroduce USD services in early 2025, following regulatory pressure that led to a suspension of fiat trading in 2023. The interim CEO, Norman Reed, emphasized the inevitability of this move, attributing the delay to regulatory challenges faced by the exchange. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Michael Saylor Raves About the U.S.'s $10 Trillion World Reserve Digital Dollar Opportunity: During an interview on CNBC, Saylor stated that with President-Elect Trump’s victory at the polls, the U.S. could now issue a digital assets framework focused on making the dollar the world’s reserve digital currency. he believes that with the new administration, banks can gain the faculty to issue their dollar-backed stablecoins, opening a potential international market of $10 trillion for the currency. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Trump-Backed World Liberty Financial Swaps Its cbBTC for WBTC After Sun Joins as Adviser: World Liberty Financial, backed by the Trump family, swapped its $10 million worth of Coinbase-wrapped bitcoin (cbBTC) for Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC). Wrapped bitcoin is a form of the world's largest cryptocurrency that can be used in decentralized finance (DeFi) on blockchains other than Bitcoin. (CoinDesk) (AC-This may not end well.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Fed Cuts Interest Rates 0.25%, Warns Future Cuts Will Slow: The Federal Reserve Board cut a key U.S. interest rate 0.25% on Wednesday. The Federal Funds Rate now sits at 4.25-4.50%. The Fed projected that there will only be two interest rate cuts in 2025, down from the four that were previously expected. The number of rate cuts for 2026 was also cut from four to two. "Inflation has made progress toward the Committee's 2 percent objective but remains somewhat elevated," the board said in announcing the rate cut. (IBTimes)
2. Dow Sinks 1100 Points, Longest Losing Streak Since 1974: US equities tumbled on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve reduced interest rates by 25 bps but signaled fewer cuts than previously projected for next year, sparking a market sell-off. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 sank by 2.9% and 3.7%, respectively, while Dow Jones, shed 1123 points, booking its 10th consecutive day of losses, its longest losing streak since 1974. The Fed's widely anticipated rate cut to a target range of 4.25%-4.5% was overshadowed by its forecast of just two rate cuts in 2025, fewer than the four previously expected, which dampened investor sentiment. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. CISA Mandates Cloud Security for Federal Agencies by 2025 Under Binding Directive 25-01: The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 25-01, ordering federal civilian agencies to secure their cloud environments and abide by Secure Cloud Business Applications (SCuBA) secure configuration baselines. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Nexo Steps Up Its Support For Bitcoin, Donating 1 BTC To The Nonprofit Brink: Digital assets management platform Nexo is stepping up its support for the Bitcoin ecosystem, making a 1 BTC donation to the nonprofit organization Brink, which provides funding to developers working on Bitcoin Core. Brink is dedicated to providing financial support to Bitcoin developers through a grants program. Its grants go to developers who are committed to “building, securing, testing and reviewing the Bitcoin Core software”, which is what powers the Bitcoin blockchain. (Bitcoinist)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 75/100 (Down 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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Analyst: BV2A
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2024-12-18 20:44:06 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans Episode 67
Jack Donovan
https://fountain.fm/episode/0CfcWbqvrJsdTowu1AJi

2024-12-18 20:36:26 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans Spaces: Zack and Peer to Peer Fund.
https://fountain.fm/episode/zOMVAfroNJQrcfZ3GjuJ

2024-12-18 20:33:42 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans Spaces: US Funds Terrorists in Syria & Bitcoin Adoption.
https://fountain.fm/episode/0jXN9tZkOMjmRSqbYopj

2024-11-15 15:02:52 GMT

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2024-10-18 20:08:54 GMT

HUGE UPDATE!!
We just established a Meshtastic repeater on top of Big Bald Mountain on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee.
We had a @Starlink Mini in our pack and maintained connectivity the entire time. Big shout out to Elon Musk.
The really amazing thing was the 194 nodes we have connected from Raleigh, to Knoxville, to Charlotte, to Greenville and all the way down to Atlanta!!
The Freedom Tech Revolution is hitting another gear.
#meshtastic
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2024-10-18 00:41:44 GMT

When we arrived in western North Carolina there were ~2 meshtastic radios. Thanks to the efforts of multiple Bitcoin Veterans there are no less than 61 nodes some of which are airborne.
This is a huge achievement in decentralized emergency communications. ✊
#note1t4s…e2a3

2024-10-18 00:07:57 GMT

OPN Gabriel Update:
@npub1zx5…wmqm gave a great breakdown on Mario’s Spaces of what Bitcoin Veterans and the Christian Rangers have been doing for Helene relief efforts
https://cdn.satellite.earth/177c0acbfa18d60db0dd63a8ad3122f58948c38d8e278c4a1444a559e9fb4a08.mp4

2024-10-15 20:03:49 GMT

Update: Burnsville, NC and surrounding areas
Dropped off a generator to a man who hasn’t seen anyone since this all started. His only contact with the outside was via the 2m band on HAM radio
He broke down in tears of joy and gave us all hugs. Very powerful!
We also dropped off 10 generators, power strips, extension cords and cold weather gear at a collection point for Plain Compassion Crisis Response
They’re doing great work to ensure the people who need supplies get them
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2024-10-15 18:31:26 GMT

SITREP: Bitcoin's Role in a Decentralized Future with Lisa Hough.
https://fountain.fm/episode/AqezEwwzNdQkxcuUjZUq

2024-10-15 18:24:28 GMT

Thanks to everyone in the community that’s donated.
We were met by this amazing man with tears his eyes. We restored his power and he’s now up on meshtastic too.
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2024-10-14 14:33:46 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 865,596
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 14Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Chinese Exercise Encircles Tawain (Again) / Hezbollah UAV Attack on IDF Base Kills 4, Wounds 60+ / Man Arrested Near Trump with Gun, Fake IDs / Utah Lawmakers Seek to Protect Crypto / MicroStrategy Wants Bitcoin Bank / Costco Gold Flies off Shelves / Trump Finally Gets Encrypted Comms / Musk Has Big Week, Robots and Space Launches / NC Relief Efforts Continue
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $64,875, 24.47 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $65,059 / Lo: $62,035
Vol: $31B (Up 92%)
Mkt Cap: $1.28T (Up 4%)
HashRate: 547 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 26 sats/vBtye (Up 350%)
Nodes: 18,969
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Taiwan condemns Chinese military drills around island as ‘unreasonable provocation’: Beijing deployed warships and fighter jets in what it described as a “stern warning” to “separatist acts of Taiwan independence forces.” The Chinese military’s Eastern Theater Command said Monday that the drills, involving joint operations of the army, navy, air force and rocket force, are being conducted in the Taiwan Strait, as well as encircling Taiwan. Analysts said Monday’s drills were part of general strategy of both keeping Taiwan under pressure and normalizing regular war games. (CNN)
2. 4 Israeli soldiers killed, more than 60 people injured by Hezbollah drone: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said an unmanned aerial vehicle, or UAV, launched by Hezbollah hit an army base adjacent to Binyamina, a town north of Tel Aviv that lies some 40 miles from the Lebanese border. The four killed soldiers were all 19 years old and in infantry training at the base, the IDF said, adding that eight other soldiers were severely injured. Israeli air defence systems tend to be very reliable, but on Sunday, there were no reports of alerts in the Binyamina area at the time of the attack, raising questions of how the drone was able to penetrate so deep into the Israeli territory without being spotted. (CNN)
-US Events-
1. Man arrested near Trump rally in California faces gun charges: A man arrested at a security checkpoint near Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's California rally on Saturday faces gun charges after he was found in possession of loaded firearms, multiple passports and a fake license plate, the local sheriff said on Sunday. Jail records show Las Vegas resident Vem Miller was released on $5,000 bail on Saturday after being charged with possession of a loaded firearm and a high-capacity magazine, both misdemeanors. (Reuters)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Utah Republicans push back against government regulation of crypto: Utah’s Republican senator Mike Lee outlined three outcomes that could imperil the nascent cryptocurrency industry: (1) the creation of a central bank digital currency, (2) patchwork regulation by states, and (3) heavy-handed federal regulation. "Instead of coming after you, we should be your protectors," Republican congressman John Curtis said about the government’s role. (TheStreet)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. MicroStrategy Announces Bitcoin Bank Plans as Stock Reaches New High: The concept of a Bitcoin bank, as explained by Saylor, involves building financial entities around Bitcoin, similar to other asset classes. The Bernstein report stated, “Michael believes MSTR is in the core business of creating Bitcoin capital market instruments across equity, convertibles, fixed income, and preferred shares etc.” (Blockonomi)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Hovers at 2-½-Month High: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held around 4.1%, hovering at its highest levels since late July on bets that the Federal Reserve will not deliver further supersized rate cuts at its remaining meetings this year. Those views developed as the latest monthly jobs report and consumer inflation data came in stronger-than-expected, although higher weekly jobless claims and slowing producer inflation provided a counter argument. (TradingEconomics)
2. Gold Fever Hits Costco: 77% of Stores Sell Out Amid Soaring Demand for Bullion: Costco’s gold bars are flying off the shelves as record-high gold prices spark a buying frenzy across the U.S. A recent survey found that 77% of Costco stores offering gold sold out in early October. The trend reflects growing demand for gold as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. (BitcoinCom)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Trump Campaign Enhances Security With Encrypted Devices Amid Iranian Cyber Threats: The Trump campaign has just acquired a series of secure products from Green Hills Software, a Santa Barbara, California-based company that specializes particularly in security. The organization's CEO confirmed that the campaign purchased a package that includes a customized Android phone with a proprietary operating system designed to improve security. Functions are limited to basic calling and texting but enforce very tight security measures. (techtimes)
-Technology and Science-
1. In an engineering feat, mechanical SpaceX arms catch Starship rocket booster back at the launch pad: At the flight director’s command, the first-stage booster flew back to the launch pad where it had blasted off seven minutes earlier. The launch tower’s monstrous metal arms, dubbed chopsticks, caught the descending 232-foot (71-meter) stainless steel booster and gripped it tightly, dangling it well above the ground. (AP)
2. Tesla unveils Optimus robot: 'Can do anything you think of,' claims Musk: At last night’s We, Robot event, the much-awaited Tesla Cybercab took centre stage. However, Elon Musk also used the occasion to showcase Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus, which he boldly claims can now “do anything.” He mentioned that the robot can perform tasks like walking your dog, babysitting, mowing the lawn, and even serving drinks. He predicted that the long-term cost would be between $20,000 and $30,000. Musk confidently asserted, "I believe this will be the most significant product ever created." (BizStandard)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Mining Profitability Dipped in September as North American Companies Increased BTC Share: Jefferies reported that Bitcoin mining profitability decreased in September due to a stable BTC price and a 1.7% increase in network hashrate. North American mining companies mined more BTC in September, with Marathon Digital leading in tokens mined and installed hashrate. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 48/100 (Up 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The efforts by Bitcoin Veterans in support of NC/TN Helene relief efforts kept us from producing the DIB last week. The situation on the ground continues to improve through the efforts of numerous volunteers, organizations, churches, local and government groups. The devastation in Appalachia is very significant and the response continues to draw both unifying and contentious support. Though misinformation is abundant, so is the truth that Americans are putting on their work gloves to help those in need after this tragedy. The people of Appalachia are resilient and tough and will come through this even if the land needs decades to recover. Please continue to support efforts responsibly however you are led to do so.
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2024-10-12 14:48:40 GMT

- reply

The best drop off location is
Big Creek Free Will Baptist Church
State Rd 1418
Burnsville NC 28174

2024-10-09 12:36:40 GMT

The power of the Bitcoin community is UNSTOPPABLE.
Together WE are conducting a decentralized, highly effective operation that is only made possible by the support of every one of us.
This will be a long road and we cannot do this without you.
Please continue to spread the word:
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2024-10-09 01:07:45 GMT

We have now established Meshtastic on over three different mountain tops around the Spruce Hill, North Carolina area.
We are also running coordination with the amazing Christian Rangers. These guys define the word humble professional.
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2024-10-09 01:06:11 GMT

People will never understand what happened here. Pray for these people. Pray for the volunteers.
We need all the people we can get up here. We need people to provide security. We need people who can care for the elderly.
There are literally old women living in the mountains in tents. Find a way to help directly.
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2024-10-08 12:19:48 GMT

“High living last night boys” - @npub1zx5…wmqm
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2024-10-08 03:34:53 GMT

UPDATE: Avery Airfield in Spruce Pine which is running air delivery of critical supplies to HLZs in the AO is now equipping flights with Meshtastic airborne nodes which significantly increases coverage of vital communications.
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2024-10-08 03:32:43 GMT

UPDATE: Meshtastic / Star link / Gensets / Bitcoin has established comms on two HLZ and has received its first genset resupply!
HLZ Zombie in action.
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2024-10-08 00:59:03 GMT

Another round of supply purchases and was even able to link up with people coming from Nashville to deliver supplies out east
Handed off as many supplies as they had room for. More LOG runs to follow!
Your donations are going to get supplies that people on the ground say they need. We’re operating and adapting quickly to changing environments.
Things what the Decentralized Revolution, powered by Freedom Tech looks like!
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2024-10-08 00:57:42 GMT

07 OCT Day Two: Spruce Pine & Burnsville
Meshtastic/Starlink/Gensets/HLZs/Bitcoin established on veteran soil.
Freedom Tech is working
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2024-10-08 00:56:18 GMT

06OCT UPDATE: Day 1 Burnsville
Bitcoin & Meshtastic are powering the people that are saving lives, recovering & rebuilding here in Burnsville, North Carolina.
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2024-10-08 00:55:16 GMT

05OCT UPDATE 1: Planning & Prep wrapping up.
Mission 1:
Establish communications via meshtastic & ham radio network
Establish remote power stations
How fitting that our first mission is Power & secured Communications
Thank you all. More updates coming.
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2024-10-08 00:38:28 GMT

From @npub1ale…evkz: This is really cool wanted to share.
@bitcoinveterans has established a comms network between civilians, veterans, active duty, and national guard and are now coordinating establishing advanced LZ's into harder to reach places in the mountains.
Here are some cool shots of supplies being offloaded at AOB Little Switzerland.
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2024-10-08 00:37:00 GMT

UPDATE: Meshtastic is now airborne on multiple platforms.
This means more coverage for encrypted communications with air assets day and night.
In addition, 8 gensets received now being allocated to the PEOPLE! https://image.nostr.build/24a1b17ed76fe3b3a6960892765b5e438b4c02efcff28cacca52a084344e7ece.jpg

2024-10-07 23:57:55 GMT

🚨UPDATED DONATION LINK🚨
In the wake of recent disasters, countless families are in urgent need of support.
Bitcoin Veterans are raising funds to support recovery efforts, provide essential supplies, shelter, and hope to those affected.
Every dollar and satoshi counts and can make a significant impact.
Fiat, lightning and on-chain donations are possible through our
@ZapriteApp
donation page.
https://pay.zaprite.com/pl_Mibjv4lkEs
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2024-10-07 23:55:29 GMT

The Daily Intelligence Bulletin will be postponed for at least a week while we conduct OPN GABRIEL, BV’s disaster relief efforts
We will still conduct our daily Spaces at 10am ET every weekday morning
Thank you for your continued support. We couldn’t provide help and assistance to those who need it without you
You can use the link below to donate in BTC or fiat. Thank you and God bless!
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2024-10-07 17:50:48 GMT

SITREP: Empowering Communities Through Emergency Support and Communications
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2024-10-07 09:48:38 GMT

UPDATE: Day 1 Burnsville
Bitcoin & Meshtastic are powering the people that are saving lives, recovering & rebuilding here in Burnsville, North Carolina.
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2024-10-07 01:52:14 GMT

Operation Gabriel update:
Jordan has been sourcing supplies and equipment to establish an HQ for Bitcoin Veteran’s relief operations which will likely stage in East Tennessee on the edge of the disaster zone.
Here’s a video of how some of your donations are being put to use, what we’ve bought and our plan moving forward.
This mission will not be over anytime soon. We will keep working to help those in the affected areas as long as we can. Thank you for all your support and prayers. Your continued support is vital to this effort. God bless!!
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2024-10-07 01:25:06 GMT

The support from the Bitcoin community has made the first phase of OPERATION GABRIEL possible.
Every single one of your contributions is making an impact.
A special THANK YOU to the anonymous donor who contributed 1 BITCOIN.
We are humbled by the generosity of you all.
We do not take it lightly and are hard at work putting your contributions toward the effort.
Continuing updates will be posted.
Please continue to spread the word, we have a large task ahead.
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2024-10-06 16:46:25 GMT

UPDATED DONATION LINK
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2024-10-05 14:18:08 GMT

The response from the Bitcoin community has been overwhelming.
YOU have stepped up and fully engaged in our mission to respond to the disaster in North Carolina.
THANK YOU
Our initial response is underway and we will share updates as we receive information from the Area of Operations.
Our larger recovery team is taking shape and necessary resources are being identified.
This will be an ongoing mission and continued support will absolutely be needed.
Please continue to share in your networks and spread the word.
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2024-10-04 16:42:47 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 864,117
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 04Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: IDF Continues Hezbollah Head Strikes / Sex Slave Freed in Gaza / DHS Say Money Is Tight For FEMA Relief / Longshoremen End Strike, Until After Inauguration / IMF Tells El Salvador to Limit Bitcoin Efforts / Africa Turing to Stablecoins / Argentine VP Learning About Bitcoin From Bukele / B of A Has Major Glitch for Customers / Battlefields Go Remote
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $61,487, 23.12 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $61,630 / Lo: $59,878
Vol: $31B (Down 23%)
Mkt Cap: $1.2T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 747 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 18,960
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Massive blasts in Beirut after renewed Israeli air strikes: Israeli bombing caused large explosions in Beirut, including one close to the international airport during a further night of air strikes targeting Hezbollah. Israeli officials reported the target was Hashem Safieddine, a cousin of Hezbollah's former leader Hassan Nasrallah. Safieddine has been widely regarded as the most likely candidate to replace Nasrallah after his death in an Israeli strike last week. Elsewhere, the Lebanese army said two of its soldiers had been killed in the country's south as Israeli forces pressed on with their invasion against Hezbollah and ordered another 20 towns and villages to evacuate. (BBC)
2. Yazidi woman rescued from Gaza after decade as ISIL captive: A 21-year-old woman kidnapped by ISIL (ISIS) fighters in Iraq in 2014 was freed from Gaza this week in a secret operation that involved Iraq, Israel, Jordan and the United States. The woman was taken at the age of 11 and later trafficked into Gaza. (AlJazeera)
-US Events-
1. Feds say there’s no money left to respond to hurricanes — after FEMA spent $1.4B on migrants: Mayorkas set off outrage Wednesday when he told reporters that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) “does not have the funds” to see Americans through the rest of this Atlantic hurricane season — after the agency spent more than $1.4 billion since the fall of 2022 to address the migrant crisis. A relatively paltry $4 million has been paid directly to families and individuals in the week since Hurricane Helene ravaged the Southeast, killing at least 202 people and causing severe flooding damage from Florida to North Carolina. (NYPost)
2. U.S. Port Workers Agree to End Their Strike: The breakthrough Thursday came after port employers offered a 62% increase in wages over six years, according to people familiar with the matter. The new offer, up from an earlier proposed raise of 50%, came after the White House privately and publicly pressed the large shipping lines and cargo terminal operators who employ the longshore workers to make a new offer to the union. They said the agreement would extend the prior contract, which expired at the start of this week, through Jan. 15, 2025 while the two sides negotiate on other issues, including automation on the docks.(WSJ) (AC-Simple confirmation that this was a political stunt since the delay in negotiation only extends until January 15th, just after inauguration.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. IMF Urges El Salvador to Narrow Bitcoin Experiment: At a press conference Thursday, the body’s spokesperson Julie Kozack was quoted saying that the IMF had recommended “limiting public sector exposure to Bitcoin,” according to a Reuters report. (Decrypt) (AC-The IMF does NOT like Bitcoin.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Inflation, Dollar Shortage Fuel Stablecoin Use in Sub-Saharan Africa: Stablecoins are surging in popularity across Sub-Saharan Africa, accounting for 43% of crypto transactions compared to bitcoin’s 18.1%. This trend is driven by the instability of local currencies and limited access to US dollars. Businesses and individuals view stablecoins as a reliable way to store value and conduct international payments. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bukele Advises Argentine Vice President on Bitcoin and Volcano Bonds: During his official visit to Argentina, Bukele met with Victoria Villarruel, the nation’s vice president, to discuss cryptocurrency and the Salvadoran experience with Bitcoin. While the meeting was private, a video released before the meeting shows Villarruel asking Bukele about the first cryptocurrency and the yet-to-be-issued bitcoin-backed “volcano bonds.” (BitcoinCom)
2. US spot bitcoin ETFs saw $91 million in net outflows yesterday, led by Ark’s ARKB (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Stocks Close Lower: All the three US major indexes finished in the red on Thursday as investors worried about escalating Middle East tensions ahead of the September payroll report. The S&P 500 closed 0.2% lower, the Dow Jones lost 185 points and the Nasdaq finished marginally in the red. (TradingEconomics)
2. ISM Services PMI Highest in Over a Year: The ISM Services PMI in the US soared to 54.9 in September 2024 from 51.5 in August and much higher than forecasts of 51.7. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Bank of America customers see $0 balances amid nationwide outage: Reports of service issues began about 4:26 pm UTC on Oct. 2 and peaked an hour later with almost 18,000 Bank of America customers reporting issues within a 15-minute interval. About 98% of the reports referenced Bank of America’s mobile and online banking apps. Meanwhile, hundreds of Bank of America customers criticized the bank over the IT glitch; some noted that while they had a $0 balance, their debt remained. “My money is gone but conveniently my debt is still there. Bank of America sucks,” X user Anchor Baby said. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-An indication of reality.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Armed Robo-Dogs, Hypersonic Missiles, & Kamikaze Drones Deployed On Modern Battlefields: Iran-backed terror organizations around Israel have recently launched countless loitering munitions, or "kamikaze drones," attacks on the country and commercial shipping in the maritime chokepoint of the Southern Red Sea. The newest tech entering the battlefield, already present in Eastern Europe but now being trialed in the Middle East, is armed robot dogs equipped with artificial intelligence, high-tech sensors, and rifles. A US Army Central spokesman told Military.com that the armed Q-UGV was tested with several "non-counter-sUAS" systems alongside 15 counter-drone platforms at Red Sands. These 'Skynet'- like weapons of war "engaged several static ground targets," (ZeroHedge)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Dollar-cost averaging Bitcoin from 2021 market top returns 107%: nvestors who began purchasing $100 worth of Bitcoin weekly when it reached its previous all-time high of $69,000 would have invested a total of $15,200 over 152 weeks. Despite starting at the market peak, their position would now be worth $31,473, representing a 107.06% gain. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 41/100 (Up 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-10-03 14:25:36 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 863,952
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 03Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Hurricane Aftermath Increases 'Fog of War' / IDF Loses 8 Troops in Lebanon Incursion / Hamas Claims Responsibility for Shooting Attack in Tel Aviv / WW2 Bomb Explodes in Japan Airport Runway / NC Bitcoiners Assemble for Relief Op / Trump Said He will Release Ross / Swift and Now Mastercard Push for Digital Payments / AI Will Drive Good Deflation /
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $60,621, 22.88 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $62,357 / Lo: $59,996
Vol: $41B (Down 20%)
Mkt Cap: $1.2T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 660 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 18,894
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Eight Israeli troops killed in fighting with Hezbollah inside Lebanon: Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran, said it had destroyed Israeli tanks during the fighting and insisted it had enough men and ammunition to push back the forces. Meanwhile, at least five people died and eight were wounded in an Israeli military air strike in the Bachoura area in central Beirut, Lebanese officials said. Earlier on Wednesday evening, Lebanon's health ministry said 46 people had been killed and 85 wounded in Israeli strikes on the country in the last 24 hours, without differentiating between civilians and combatants. (BBC)
2. Hamas claims responsibility for deadly Israel shooting attack: The armed wing of the Palestinian group Hamas has claimed responsibility for a shooting attack in Jaffa, near the Israeli city of Tel Aviv, that left seven people dead and many others wounded. Police in Israel said the alleged assailants “began their killing spree when they entered the carriage of the light rail train that stopped at the station and fired at passengers”. They were armed with an assault rifle and a knife, and continued on foot until police “neutralised” them, they said. (AlJazeera)
3. An American bomb from WWII explodes at a Japanese airport, leaving a crater on the taxiway: An unexploded U.S. bomb from World War II that had been buried at a Japanese airport exploded Wednesday, causing a large crater in a taxiway and the cancellation of more than 80 flights, Japanese officials said. (ABC)
-US Events-
1. Helene Aftermath:
-1,000 active-duty soldiers to deploy to western North Carolina to help with Helene response: The soldiers are part of the XVIII Airborne Corps based at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, and include members of the 82nd Airborne, according to the Department of Defense. The soldiers are expected to arrive in western North Carolina within 24 hours, the DOD said shortly before noon Wednesday. (SpectrumNews)
-President Biden tours Helene damage in WNC: Biden arrived in Greenville, South Carolina, on Wednesday afternoon before boarding the Marine One helicopter and flying over parts of Western North Carolina. (ABC13)
-Supplies arrive by plane and by mule in North Carolina as Helene’s death toll tops 130 (AP)
- 6 Tennessee Factory Workers Swept Away by Helene Flood After Managers Made Them Stay: “We had one way in, one way out… when we were told we could leave, that one way out was blocked off,” he explained, before describing how his car began floating away before a good Samaritan came and rescued him in a truck. (Breitbart) (AC-This report is garnering public anger in east TN.)
-FEMA to give $750 in emergency assistance to those in need in hurricane path. (Various)
2. North Carolina Bitcoin Community Organizes Hurricane Helene Relief Mission: The initiative, set to begin on October 4, aims to provide much-needed assistance to overlooked communities. The 12-person team assembled for this mission includes a diverse group of volunteers, including emergency room physicians and retired military personnel. To support their mission, the organizers are accepting donations in both Bitcoin and traditional fiat currency. This approach leverages the strengths of the cryptocurrency community while also allowing for broader participation in the relief efforts. (Blockonomi)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Trump Vows Once Again to 'Save' Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht: Trump vowed to come to the aid of Ulbricht on Wednesday, reviving his story and the Silk Road platform that defined Bitcoin’s early use. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Banks to join SWIFT digital asset trials in 2025: Banks in North America, Europe and Asia are preparing to participate in trials involving digital assets by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT). SWIFT announced on Oct. 3 that it will begin digital asset trials on its network in 2025. The trials will involve experiments with transactions that include multiple digital currencies and assets. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Mastercard Partners With Amazon to Digitize Payment Acceptance: Mastercard and Amazon Payment Services have partnered to digitize payment acceptance in the Middle East and Africa. Under the partnership, Amazon will adopt Mastercard’s single touchpoint for payment processing across 40 markets, enabling faster, more secure transactions for merchants. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Latest data reveals global economic downturn, building stronger case for Bitcoin: Weakening global markets bolster Bitcoin's role as a decentralized inflation hedge. With inflation rates soaring in countries like Turkey, traditional fiat currencies face devaluation risks. In such uncertain conditions, Bitcoin presents an intriguing hedge against inflationary pressures—its appeal lies in a fixed supply and immunity from political interference. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Wall Street Ends Slightly Higher: Stocks in the US closed slightly higher on Wednesday, as investors remained cautious amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The S&P 500 finished relatively flat, while the Dow Jones added 39 points and the Nasdaq edged higher by 0.1%. Escalating geopolitical risks dampened the optimism that had emerged around potential US interest rate cuts. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. New Study Finds Only 0.3% Of Crypto Transactions Flagged As Illicit, Cash Remains King: A recent study has found that despite the long-held belief that crypto assets facilitate criminal activity, perpetrators still overwhelmingly prefer cash for their illicit transactions. This revelation, published by Fortune and sourced from the Crypto Information Sharing and Analysis Center (CryptoISAC), challenges the narrative that digital assets are the first choice for criminal organizations such as Hamas. (Bitcoinist)
-Technology and Science-
1. AI Will Drive Broad Deflation, Silicon Valley Pioneer Vinod Khosla Says: Yes, artificial intelligence will become capable of replacing a good deal of human labor, Khosla said in an interview, but that will push down the price of healthcare, education and other services. Many current forms of work will even be eliminated, but society will be able to create a more robust safety net than is possible today. (WSJ) (AC-Echoing Jeff Booth.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Holder Metaplanet Sells BTC Options to Boost Coin Stash: The company strengthens its bitcoin position with a strategic options sale, generating nearly 24 BTC ($1.44M) in premium. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 37/100 (Down 8 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The information coming from the disaster area in Western NC is spotty and much of it is not good. The devastation alone, while horrific, is enough to warrant any and all response to stop the suffering. Social media is reporting both local law enforcement and FEMA are stopping rescues or even seizing donations to those affected. While it may be true that centralized government bureaucracy always slows down emergency responses, there is much to research in finding the truth here. Please consider all angles of the reporting on this situation but also work to help those in need as quickly as possible.
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2024-10-02 18:52:22 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 863,811
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 02Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Iran Pounds Israel With Missiles and Shooting Attack / USS Lincoln Stays in Med / SAR Efforts Continue In NC / Vance Trumps Walz in Debate / CA Outlaws Voter ID / Panic Buying Picking Up Thanks to Dockworker Strike / Dems Eye Bitcoin Reserve Too / BTC Pullback Liquidates Some Traders / Trump's World Liberty Seeks to De-Bank Americans / Telegram Has Been Doxing Since 2018 / What Happens When AI, Big Gov, Converge? / Swan, Proton Management Go to Battle
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $61,232, 23.07 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $63,803 / Lo: $60,189
Vol: $51B (Up 61%)
Mkt Cap: $1.2T (Down 4%)
HashRate: 745 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 50%)
Nodes: 18,841
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel Assesses Damage from Iran’s Missile Barrage: Israel was reviewing the damage Wednesday from roughly 180 missiles fired a day earlier by Iran, some of which hit the country’s densely populated center and a few military bases, an aerial attack that has escalated a yearlong conflict in the Middle East. Israel said its air defenses intercepted most of the missiles alongside a coalition of U.S.-led allies, including the U.K, but a number of projectiles successfully penetrated the country’s vaunted aerial defense system. The barrage Tuesday came hours after the Israeli military confirmed a ground operation inside Lebanon. (WSJ)
2. 6 people killed in Tel Aviv mass shooting moments before Iran launches missile attack on Israel: Two suspects opened fire on a boulevard in the Jaffa neighborhood in southern Tel Aviv, police said. The two suspects were killed. The attack came moments before a massive barrage of rockets from Iran sent people into bomb shelters across Israel, including in Tel Aviv. (CBS)
3. USS Abraham Lincoln to remain in Middle East amid rising tensions: The announcement comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, following strikes in Lebanon and the death of the militant group’s leader Hassan Nasrallah. The Lincoln arrived in the Middle East in August to replace the aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt after Lincoln was operating in the Indo-Pacific Region. The Lincoln is equipped with F-35C and F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jets. (NavyTimes)
-US Events-
1. Rescuers scour North Carolina mountains for survivors cut off by Hurricane Helene: Search-and-rescue teams who have already saved hundreds of people scoured the mountains of western North Carolina for more survivors on Tuesday, working amid washed-out roads, smashed bridges and felled power lines following Hurricane Helene. The storm has killed at least 162 people in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee and Virginia. In all 1.5 million homes and businesses in six states from Florida to West Virginia remained without power on Tuesday morning. (Reuters)
2. Vance Confident, Walz Uneven in Debate Heavy on Policy: JD Vance sought to temper Donald Trump’s more controversial rhetoric on issues like abortion, immigration and guns during a vice-presidential debate Tuesday night, as an occasionally tense Tim Walz offered a defense of Kamala Harris’s record and argued that Trump poses a danger to democracy. (WSJ)
3. Newsom Outlaws Voter ID Rules In California: California governor Gavin Newsom has just signed a new law banning local governments from requiring residents to present identification to vote in elections. The legislation - introduced by Sen. Dave Min (D-Orange County) - is a direct response to a ballot measure approved this year by voters in Huntington Beach which required people to show photo identification at the polls. (ZeroHedge)
4. Some panic buying reported amid dockworkers strike: here are some reports of panic buying in the Hampton Roads area the day U.S. dockworkers went on strike, which shut down ports on the East and Gulf coasts. Experts say the grocery products that will impacted the most include things like bananas and tropical fruit (about 75% of bananas in the U.S. enter through East Coast and Gulf Coast ports), and imported alcohol like beer and wine from Europe, and Caribbean spirits like rum. (NewsNationNow)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Russian Use of Crypto to Skirt Sanctions Is 'Most Pervasive': Chainalysis: Chainalysis executives revealed that Russia increasingly uses cryptocurrency for sanctions evasion, disinformation, and election meddling. They discussed the country's preference for crypto due to slow development of a central bank digital currency, enabling evasion of international sanctions. (Decrypt) (AC-Consider this article political fodder.)
2. Bipartisan Support Builds For Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: Support for a strategic bitcoin reserve has now crossed party lines. In a recent episode of the Unchained Podcast, Democratic Representative Ro Khanna, threw his support behind the idea: “We want to make sure that we have the openness to having bitcoin as part of the Federal Reserve and as a reserve asset. (Forbes)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin Liquidations Top $500 Million After Sharp Market Correction: The cryptocurrency market sell off, which saw the Bitcoin price nose-dive by over 5% late Tuesday, resulted in massive liquidations totaling $526 million over 24 hours. (Decrypt)
2. Trump's World Liberty Financial Crypto Platform Whitelist Now Open With KYC Process: The promised 'freedom' from Big Banks in America is now here from Donald J. Trump and his sons, ushering in their new crypto platform known as 'World Liberty Financial,' now inviting the public to join. It was revealed in the thread that Trump wants "all Americans to use this platform in the future," offering different kinds of tools that will help them get liberated from financial restrictions. (TechTimes)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Decline on Safe-Haven Bid: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held its recent decline to around 3.73% on Wednesday as rising tensions in the Middle East prompted investors to rush for safer assets. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Job Openings Beat Expectations: The number of job openings rose by 329,000 to 8.040 million in August 2024 from an upwardly revised 7.711 million in July and above market expectations of 7.655 million. The number of job openings increased in construction (+138,000) and in state and local government, excluding education (+78,000). (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Telegram has been disclosing user IPs since 2018, Durov says: According to founder and CEO Pavel Durov, crypto-friendly instant messenger Telegram has been disclosing IP addresses of criminals to authorities since 2018. “Whenever we received a properly formed legal request via relevant communication lines, we would verify it and disclose the IP addresses/phone numbers of dangerous criminals. This process had been in place long before last week.”, Durov said. (CoinTelegraph)
-Technology and Science-
1. Perils of Big Tech, Military-Industrial Complex convergence: The recent news that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman pitched the Biden Administration a massive build-out of AI data centers should raise the alarm on a dangerous convergence: the alliance of Big Tech with the Military-Industrial Complex and the federal government. The move, reported in Zero Hedge, outlines Altman’s proposal for a network of advanced AI centers ostensibly to bolster American technological leadership. But this proposed marriage of Silicon Valley’s emerging AI technologies with federal power—and particularly with the Pentagon and intelligence agencies—poses critical threats to individual privacy and freedom of thought. (CoinGeek)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Swan Bitcoin and Proton Management at Odds Over Mining Business Allegations: Proton Management, a Bitcoin mining firm, has firmly denied allegations made by Swan Bitcoin in a recent lawsuit. On September 30, Proton filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, stating that Swan’s claims are “fatally flawed.” The core of Proton’s argument is that Swan “does not have a mining business” to begin with, making the theft allegations impossible. (Blockonomi)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 42/100 (Down 8 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-10-01 14:10:12 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 863,635
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 01Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: IDF Sends Troops Into Lebanon / New PM in Japan / Freedom Party Wins in Austria / US Dockworkers Begin Strike on East Coast / Chemical Plant Fire Still Affecting GA Counties / US Sending Thousands More Troops to Mideast / VP Debate Tonight / Ohio May Accept BTC for Taxes / UBS Warns Against US Dollar / Apple, Starlink Step up in Disaster Zone / Square Receives Payment Patent
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $63,779, 24.07 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $64,778 / Lo: $62,873
Vol: $32B (Up 20%)
Mkt Cap: $1.26T (Even)
HashRate: 627 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 87%)
Nodes: 18,930
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel launches ground war in southern Lebanon: The Israeli military informed United Nations peacekeeping forces on Monday of its intention to “undertake limited ground incursions into Lebanon,” “Any crossing into Lebanon is in violation of Lebanese sovereignty and territorial integrity, and a violation of resolution 1701. We urge all actors to step back from such escalatory acts, which will only lead to more violence and more bloodshed,” the UN said. Israel’s stated war goal is to “ensure the safe return of Israel’s northern communities to their homes,” Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said Thursday, and its military has also said it is striking Hezbollah targets, particularly across southern Lebanon and Beirut. (CNN)
2. Shigeru Ishiba, Japan’s newly elected prime minister, forms Cabinet with emphasis on defense: Ishiba entered the Prime Minister’s Office and formed his Cabinet, which includes several security and defense experts, as he has called for a stronger regional military alliance and a more equal Japan-U.S. security partnership. (AP)
3. Austrian far-right party pushes to form government after election win: Austria's Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl hailed a "new era" after preliminary results showed Sunday that the FPÖ had become the first far-right party to win in the country's parliamentary election since World War II. (Axios)
-US Events-
1. Dockworkers Launch Strike at Ports From Maine to Texas: The ILA is seeking a 77% wage increase over six years as a condition to sit down to talks with maritime employers. The walkout shuts down some of the country’s main gateways for imports of food, vehicles, heavy machinery, construction materials, chemicals, furniture, clothes and toys. Executives say a walkout lasting a week or longer would push up shipping costs and might trigger product shortages. (WSJ)
2. BioLab fire: Rockdale County shelter-in-place warning issued after weather change: Rockdale County has resumed its shelter-in-place and evacuation orders after a chemical fire at the BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia. The effects of the fire were felt beyond Rockdale County. Residents across Gwinnett, DeKalb, Fulton, and other nearby counties reported seeing a haze and experiencing symptoms related to chemical irritants. (Fox5ATL)
3. Pentagon sending thousands of more troops to the Middle East: The Pentagon announced Monday that the US is sending thousands of more troops to the Middle East as Israel initiates “ground raids” into Lebanon targeting Hezbollah terrorists. The “few thousand” additional forces will up the total number of US troops stationed at bases in Iraq, Syria, Jordan and other Middle Eastern countries to some 43,000. (NYPost)
4. Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance are set to meet Tuesday night in the only vice presidential debate of the 2024 election – and in what might be the last time the two campaigns square off onstage. Officials say the weather overnight has led the plume of chemicals to bank down and move through the county.
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Ohio Senator Introduces Bill to Allow Bitcoin, Crypto Payments for State Taxes: The proposed legislation requires all political subdivisions in Ohio to accept Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for payments, with the specific digital assets yet to be determined. The bill also seeks to permit state universities and pension funds to invest in the asset class. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. UBS Warns of Further US Dollar Decline, Advises Investors to Reduce USD holdings: Financial giant UBS expects the U.S. dollar to continue to depreciate, advising investors to reevaluate their portfolios. The bank predicts a medium-term decline due to shrinking interest rate advantages and a growing fiscal deficit. With the dollar down 5% since June, UBS recommends strategies like currency hedging and diversifying into other currencies and assets like gold to reduce risk. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs see over $500 million inflows in past 2 days (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500 Closes at Record after Powell’s Remarks: US stocks finished in the green on Monday, as investors digested Powell’s comments. The S&P 500 closed at record high adding 0.4% and the Nasdaq also gained 0.4%, while the Dow Jones closed marginally higher. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
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-Technology and Science-
1. Apple and Starlink 'Literally Saving Lives' During Hurricane Helene Crisis: Apple iPhone users with later models can use satellite technology to send messages while cellular and WiFi services are down thanks to a new feature in iOS 18 that's "literally saving lives" in flood-ravaged North Carolina, residents say. The new feature “kinda just popped up for me and was like ‘connect to satellite,’" Matt Van Swol, an Asheville resident, told Decrypt via Twitter. “I’ve never been more thankful to be an iPhone user.” Another satellite technology being brought to bear in Asheville and across the South is Elon Musk’s Starlink, whose terminals are being deployed across the impacted areas. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin miner CleanSpark restores 200MW in the wake of Hurricane Helene: CleanSpark shuts down 365 MW at Georgia sites and begins phased restoration after Hurrican Helene, and has restored 200 MW at Georgia sites, with full restoration by Oct. 4. CleanSpark expects bitcoin hashrate to reach 28 EH/s once fully operational. (TheBlock)
2. Square’s Patent For Crypto Payment Network Approved: Other payment processors like BitPay have allowed automatic conversion of cryptocurrencies into local currency before. The main difference is the high level of market penetration that Square has across the globe. Dorsey also says that Square’s interest in Bitcoin goes beyond just buying and selling it. The Square Cash app already features bitcoin trading, adding a cryptocurrency payment system to the app is a good move if Square really wants to promote bitcoin usage. (CoinTrust)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 50/100 (Down 11 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-09-30 12:47:57 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 863,492
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 30Sep24
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BLUF: US Southeast is Disaster Area / Israel Strikes all Iranian Proxies / Russia and Ukraine Ramp it Up / Chemical Fire Near Atlanta / Longshoremen Strike Set to Begin Tomorrow / EL Salvador, Argentina Eschew Globalist Ideas / Fake Wallet App on Android Steals / Meta Stored Your Passwords in Plaintext / Truck With EV Batteries on Fire Shuts Down LA Port / SpaceX Rescue Mission to ISS
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $63,817, 24.18 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $66,806 / Lo: $63,273
Vol: $27B (Up 93%)
Mkt Cap: $1.26T (Down 3%)
HashRate: 602 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 14 sats/vBtye (Up 700%)
Nodes: 18,933
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Rollup of Israel Conflict:
(Target Hezbollah): More than 100 people were killed across Lebanon by Israeli strikes on Sunday, according to the country’s health ministry. Israeli Special Forces Launch Raids Into Lebanon Ahead of Possible Ground Incursion. A strike was carried out near the Kola intersection in central Beirut in the early hours of Monday morning, the first time Beirut has been hit outside the southern suburbs since 2006. (Guardian, WSJ)
(Target Hamas): The Israel Air Force struck a Hamas command and control center late on Sunday night, which was located in a former school within the northern Gaza Strip, Israel's military said shortly after the strike.(JPost)
(Target Houthis): Israeli Air Force strikes Houthi targets in Yemen with 'extensive' operation. The IDF said targets included power plants and a seaport used to import oil, "which were used by the Houthi terrorist regime to transfer Iranian weapons to the region, in addition to military supplies and oil." (Fox)
2. Russia downs over 100 Ukrainian drones: Russia’s Ministry of Defense reported that it had shot down 125 drones overnight across seven regions. The southwestern region of Volgograd came under particularly heavy fire, with 67 Ukrainian drones reportedly downed by Russian air defenses. Elsewhere, 16 civilians were injured in an overnight barrage on the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia after Ukrainian military leaders warned that Moscow could be preparing for a new military offensive in the country’s south. (AP)
-US Events-
1. One storm, 95 dead and a 500-mile path of destruction. Now comes the hard work of recovering from Helene: At least 95 people have died across six states and officials believe there could be more. So far, state and county officials said 36 people died in North Carolina, 25 in South Carolina, 17 in Georgia, 11 in Florida, four in Tennessee and two in Virginia. Many more remain missing, perhaps unable to leave their location or unable to contact family where communications infrastructure is in shreds. Hundreds of roads remain closed, especially in the Carolinas, hampering the delivery of badly-needed supplies. And more than 2 million customers remain without power. (CNN)
2. A fire at a Georgia chemical plant forces evacuations and road closures: The fire broke out on the roof of BioLab in Conyers, Georgia, around 5 a.m. Water from what officials earlier described as a malfunctioned sprinkler head “came in contact with a water reactive chemical and produced a plume,” county officials explained on their website. Conyers is about 30 miles east of Atlanta. The fire was put out around 4 p.m., Rockdale County Fire and Rescue Chief Marian McDaniel said, but the plume from the chemical reaction can still be seen for miles and is causing problems for area residents. The smoke may be visible for several days, she added. Air quality surveys conducted by state and federal agencies “revealed the harmful irritant chlorine” emitting from the facility, county officials said in a news release Monday morning. (CNN)
3. US East and Gulf Coast Ports Face Imminent Shutdown as Union Announces Intent to Strike: The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) on Sunday announced plans for a widespread strike at all Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports, scheduled to begin at 12:01 am on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. he strike would involve 85,000 ILA members and impact ports from Maine to Texas, the ILA said. Despite the high stakes, the Biden administration has indicated that the president does not plan to invoke the Taft-Hartley Act, a federal law that allows presidential intervention in labor disputes that create a national emergency. (QCaptian) (AC-The fact that the USG is not set to intervene indicates there is a political, and probable electoral, dimension to this strike.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Argentina and El Salvador Fight Against the International Agenda: Argentina has parted ways with the United Nations Pact of the Future, commonly called the 2045 Agenda. The resolution, which was approved by 193 countries by the UN General Assembly in New York on Monday, includes 56 different actions engineered to face the “greatest challenges of our time,” including social media censorship, artificial intelligence (AI) regulation, climate change, and the strengthening of global governance structures. Meanwhile, El Salvador President Nayib Bukele issued a warning about the path that the Western world is taking, highlighting that El Salvador could become a shelter for the upcoming “new dark age.” (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Is BRICS’ new gold-backed currency imminent?: While the gold-backed BRICS currency is still speculative, the idea comes from official statements and hints by members. For example, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has spoken openly about the potential to use a gold-backed stablecoin to challenge U.S. dollar dominance. So, while there has been no official announcement yet, there have been hints from some BRICS big-wigs. The upcoming summit in Kazan is expected to shed light on the matter. (CoinGeek)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock Bitcoin Holdings Grow to Nearly $24 Billion: BlackRock's Bitcoin holdings have surged to nearly $23.7 billion after recent acquisitions of $35 million in Bitcoin and $6.4 million in Ethereum. The asset manager's Ethereum reserves now total 350,000 ETH, valued at around $989 million. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Week Ahead - Oct 1st: It will be a very busy week in the United States, with the labor market report and appearances by several Federal Reserve officials, including Chair Jerome Powell, taking center stage. Other key data to watch includes JOLTS job openings, ISM Manufacturing and Services PMI, and factory orders. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Fake Wallet App on Android Steals Over $70K From Users: A fake WalletConnect app on Google Play Store stole over $70,000 in a phishing attack before being removed. The malware tricked users into authorizing transactions, accessing their funds, and was downloaded 10,000 times. (Decrypt)
2. Meta Fined €91 Million for Storing Millions of Facebook and Instagram Passwords in Plaintext: In a statement shared with Associated Press, Meta said it took "immediate action" to fix the error, and that it "proactively flagged this issue" to the DPC. (HackerNews)
3. Truck With EV Batteries Caught Fire, Closing Down Port of Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Bridges: A truck hauling a load of electric vehicle batteries rolled over in Los Angeles and it saw an explosion following the accident, which led to the batteries catching fire and burning for an extended period. It took a long time for the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) marshals to extinguish the EV batteries that caught on fire, with some still burning until now, according to reports. The LAFD also claimed that it was expected that the fire would run for as much as 24 to 48 hours, and has since led to authorities closing off the Port of Los Angeles and the nearby Port of Long Beach. (TechTimes)
-Technology and Science-
1. SpaceX Launches Rescue Mission For Two Stranded Boeing Starliner Astronauts On ISS: Elon Musk's space company launched a Falcon rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Saturday to rescue the stranded Boeing Starliner astronauts on the International Space Station. NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov are aboard the Dragon capsule and will reach the ISS on Sunday afternoon. (ZeroHedge)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin maximalist paradox: BTC adoption threatening founding principles: Bitcoin was created in response to the 2008 financial crisis as the people’s currency to bypass the manipulation and mismanagement of the financial systems by governments, financial institutions and special interest groups. Bitcoin has become increasingly concentrated among governments, exchange-traded funds dominated by financial institutions, corporations and whales . Today, 6.5% of total wallets hold 98% of Bitcoins. Somewhere along the way, an inherent paradox emerged within the Bitcoin maximalist community: Believing in the ideals and purpose of Bitcoin, yet celebrating and depending upon the very institutions Bitcoin was built to circumvent. (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 61/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): The hurricane in the southeast is having surprising extended effects of the population. After the initial shock of the devastation, the response has been outnumbered by those in need and in bad situations. Roads into western NC are all down and power and water are still out in much of FL, GA, SC, NC, TN and VA. Government responses are simply inadequate and neighbors are stepping in to do the work. Volunteers and social media are simply saving lives. While this is occurring, the longshoremen strike is set to stop shipments into eastern ports and even a chemical fire near Atlanta is forcing a whole region to stay indoors, without AC, in 90 degree weather and many without power. The situation in not good in the southeast. If you are reading this, be proactive now and stock up food, water, medicines and supplies before thing get worse. Become one of those volunteers today and check in on others or help out where you can.
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2024-09-27 15:44:40 GMT

SITREP: Bitcoin Bull Run
https://fountain.fm/episode/JO6nhQgfYD4bb5YcmlKN

2024-09-26 15:14:57 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 862,947
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 26Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel Says No to Ceasefire / Putin Ups the Stakes For the West / Biden Guarantees More For Ukraine / Hurricane Helene Seeks to Destroy / NYC Mayor Adams Indicted / Man Tosses Backpack Bomb in Santa Barbara Courthouse / Israel to Go Cashless / UST Yield Dropping / Chinese Hackers Target US ISPs / BTC Mining Difficulty Drops
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $64,540, 24.09 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $64,489 / Lo: $62,669
Vol: $27B (Down 9%)
Mkt Cap: $1.27T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 621 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 19,104
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel's Netanyahu says troops will keep fighting Hezbollah "with full force" as U.S., France propose cease-fire: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office deflected international calls for a cease-fire with Hezbollah Thursday, hours after President Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron issued a joint statement calling for them to back a temporary truce proposal with wide international support. Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz said definitively on social media early Thursday: "There will be no cease-fire in the north." (CBS) (AC-There is a high likelihood of a ground incursion into Lebanon by the IDF in the near future.)
2. Putin outlines new rules for Russian use of vast nuclear arsenal: Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia could respond with nuclear weapons if it were attacked with conventional arms in the latest changes to the country’s nuclear doctrine. On Thursday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said “this should be considered a definite signal” to the West. (AlJazeera)
3. Biden announces nearly US$8 billion aid in weapons for Ukraine, including JSOW and Patriot munitions: Biden specifically asked the US Department of Defense to allocate the remaining security assistance funds to Ukraine before the conclusion of his term. I also have authorized US$5.5 billion in Presidential Drawdown Authority to ensure this authority does not expire, so that my Administration can fully utilize the funding appropriated by Congress to support the drawdown of US equipment for Ukraine and then replenish US stockpiles," Biden said. (UkrainskaPravda)
-US Events-
1. Hurricane Helene strengthening on track to Florida and Southeast: Helene could be the strongest hurricane to hit the United States in over a year – and time is running out for those in its path to prepare. The eye is expected to make landfall this evening with its primary target located around Tallahassee, FL. (CNN)
2. Eric Adams Is Indicted After Federal Corruption Investigation: Eric Adams, a retired police captain who was elected as New York City’s 110th mayor nearly three years ago on a promise to rein in crime, has been indicted in a federal corruption investigation. The indictment remained sealed on Wednesday night, and it was unclear what charge or charges Mr. Adams will face. When the indictment is made public, Mr. Adams, a Democrat, will become the first New York City mayor to face a federal charge while in office. (NYTimes)
3. Man tossed bomb into California courthouse, injuring six: Six people were injured after a 20-year-old man tossed a backpack that exploded at a security screening area of a courthouse in Santa Maria on Wednesday, authorities said. The blast from the backpack was caused by “an intentionally set improvised explosion device,” a Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson said in a social media post. The man was identified as Nathaniel McGuire, a Santa Maria resident who was arrested July 28 after deputies found him carrying a loaded revolver that was not registered. (LATimes)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto Haven Dubai Turns Strict on Marketing Crypto Investments: Starting next week October 1, virtual asset service providers (VASPs) operating in the United Arab Emirates will have to prominently state that “virtual assets may lose their value in full or in part, and are subject to extreme volatility”. (CoinGape)
2. Israel Goes Cashless: Israel’s promoting a new plan to abolish 200 shekel banknotes, forbid possession of physical gold & silver, and use AI for enforcement, while Gaza's state of cash deteriorates. The official excuse? fighting financial crimes and black money in the Arab society. (BitcoinMag)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Hong Kong CBDC Pilot Enters Phase 2 With New Firms to Advance Digital Currency Use Cases: The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has moved into Phase 2 of its e-HKD pilot program, expanding its exploration into tokenized deposits and e-HKD. With 11 groups of firms selected, the initiative delves into practical applications such as offline payments and asset settlement. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF dominates ETF flows yesterday with $184.4 million inflow amid positive Ethereum ETF movements (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Treasury Yield Falls Back Below 3.8%: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note fell back to below 3.8% amid increasing expectations the Fed will deliver another 50bps reduction in the fed funds rate in November. The odds for such a move increased to about 60%, much higher than around 39% in the previous week. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Chinese Hackers Infiltrate U.S. Internet Providers in Cyber Espionage Campaign: Nation-state threat actors backed by Beijing broke into a "handful" of U.S. internet service providers (ISPs) as part of a cyber espionage campaign orchestrated to glean sensitive information, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday. Investigators are exploring whether the intruders gained access to Cisco Systems routers, core network components that route much of the traffic on the internet. The end goal of the attacks is to gain a persistent foothold within target networks, allowing the threat actors to harvest sensitive data or launch a damaging cyber attack. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
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-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Network Eases Up: Difficulty Falls 4.6% at Block 862,848: Bitcoin miners got a bit of a breather on Wednesday as the network’s difficulty dropped by 4.6% at block height 862,848. For the next two weeks, the process of finding a block subsidy is 4.6% easier than it was during the previous 2,016 blocks, which had the highest difficulty level ever recorded. (BitcoinCom)
2. MARA Stock Eyes 3x Rally As Marathon Digital Plans Big AI Push: MARA stock could see a 3x surge if Bitcoin reaches $90,000, as Marathon Digital unveils advanced cooling technology to meet rising AI demand. (CoinGape)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 50/100 (Down 17 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): For the FBI to not overlook the corruption now so common throughout the political class (simply research net worth values of politicians over time), NYC Mayor Adams likely did something out-of-step of his party's guidelines. This could be one possibility: "Adams’ support for cryptocurrency has been a defining aspect of his tenure. Shortly after taking office in January 2022, he pledged to receive his first three paychecks in Bitcoin and Ethereum." -Decrypt)
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2024-09-26 02:14:08 GMT

SITREP: Bitcoin News, Black Rock and the Energy Grid with Greg Foss, Sam Callahan, Joe Carlasare and more.
https://fountain.fm/episode/aE6kNAyQsO0sF0WRKcmF

2024-09-25 13:49:55 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 862,809
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 25Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Biden Addresses UN / Hezbollah Targets Mossad in Tel Aviv / US Supply Ship Damaged / FCC Fast-Tracks Soros' Media Scoop Up / Storm Eyes Florida / Harris Office in Tempe Catches Bullets / Son of Would-Be Assassin Routh Curiously Arrested / Gensler on the Hill / Milei Says No to UN Agenda / FTX Ellison Gets 2 Years, $11B Fine / Chinese Citizens Moving to Bitcoin / Bitcoin Energy Usage Fact-Checked
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $63,798, 24.02 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $64,804 / Lo: $62,751
Vol: $29B (Up 9%)
Mkt Cap: $1.26T (Even)
HashRate: 697 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 66%)
Nodes: 19,061
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Biden bids farewell to UN amid global turmoil: “As much as I love the job, I love my country more. I decided after 50 years of public service, it’s time for a new generation of leadership to take my nation forward,” Biden said. “We’re also working to bring a greater measure of peace and stability in the Middle East,” Biden said Tuesday. “The world must not flinch from the horrors of Oct. 7. Any country, any country, would have the right and responsibility to ensure that such an attack would never happen again.” “I’ve seen a remarkable sweep of history,” the president said. (TheHill)
2. Israel Intercepts First Missile Hezbollah Has Fired at Tel Aviv: Israel said it intercepted the first missile Hezbollah had ever fired at the commercial capital of Tel Aviv, with the militant group saying it was targeting the command headquarters of Israel’s Mossad spy agency. Hezbollah said that Mossad, the target of the missile, is responsible for the assassination of several of its leaders, as well as pager attacks on its members. (WSJ)
3. US Navy replenishment ship damaged after refueling warships in the Middle East: The USNS Big Horn was damaged after it resupplied the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group. A website that tracks vessels described the Big Horn as having “ran aground ... and partially flooded off the coast of Oman.” (AP)
-US Events-
1. FCC moves with 'unprecedented' speed to approve Soros' capture of 200+ radio stations with foreign cash just before election: On Wednesday, the FCC reportedly adopted an order to approve the purchase, meaning that in a matter of days, Soros will likely take control of communications to over 165 million Americans with the help of unvetted foreign investors whom Democrats have spared from the FCC's customary national security review process. Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), and other critics noted, however, that such a transfer would be problematic as the reorganized company would exceed legally acceptable foreign ownership limits. (TheBlaze)
2. Tropical Storm Helene begins to intensify, expected to hit Florida as major hurricane: "Significant strengthening is anticipated before landfall on the northeast Gulf coast", the NHC said. (WESH)
3. Arizona: Shots Fired into Kamala Harris Campaign Office in Tempe: “We can confirm that on 9/23/24, what appears to be damage from gunfire at … a DNC Campaign Office, was discovered,” Tempe police told NBC News on Tuesday. Sgt. Ryan Cook confirmed that no injuries occurred and that the shots were fired during overnight hours. (Breitbart)
4. Son of Ryan Routh arrested for child pornography: The son of Ryan Routh, the man arrested in connection with the second apparent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump, has been taken into custody on federal charges of possessing child pornography. Investigators said the pornography was found on a Samsung Galaxy Note device located inside Oran Routh's primary bedroom in the residence, as well as another Galaxy Note device in Routh's possession. (ABC) (AC-If reading between the lines, one might conclude that an 'unrelated' arrest of the son of Ryan Routh might be useful as leverage over any possible damning testimony by the would-be assassin. After all, this is how a powerful gang such as the mafia or intelligence agencies might pressure a target to stay quiet.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Congressman Blasts SEC Chair Over Crypto Regulation Failures: Congressman Tom Emmer sharply criticized U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler during a congressional hearing, questioning his leadership and approach to cryptocurrency regulation. “The SEC broke the law, your attorneys lied to the court, and no one in your leadership here in D.C. has been held accountable,” the lawmaker stressed. (BitcoinCom)
2, Argentina Rejects UN Pact for the Future as Milei Breaks With International Agenda: he government of Argentina has refused to endorse the United Nations Pact for the Future, a framework that proposes solutions for “the biggest challenges of our time.” Foreign Minister Diana Mondino stated on Monday before the UN Assembly that these agendas weren’t binding and that Argentina wanted to have “wings to grow in freedom.” Other countries also rejected the pact including Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, North Korea, and Belarus. (BitcoinCom)
3. Caroline Ellison Sentenced to Two Years: Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison was sentenced to 24 months – or two years – in prison by a federal judge on Tuesday. The judge said Ellison, 29, who will also have to forfeit about $11 billion. (CoinDesk)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs set to attract liquidity and speculation as IBIT options trading gains approval: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved BlackRock’s proposal to list and trade options for its spot bitcoin ETF. Retail traders typically use options for speculation while larger institutions use options as a hedge. (TheBlock)
2, Chinese Investors Seek Shelter In Bitcoin As Economy Struggles: A report by Chainalysis shows that Chinese investors have been moving to Bitcoin even long before the Bank of China announced its stimulus policy. According to the study, inflows into China’s OTC brokers have reached up to $20 billion in each of the three quarters through June. Over these nine months, these brokers have recorded a total of $75.4 billion in inflows. (CoinGape)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall: The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances declined by 2bps to 6.13% in the week ended September 20th, 2024, reaching a new low since September 2022. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P 500 Tops Fresh Record: The S&P 500 added 0.2% to close at a new record on Tuesday, and the Nasdaq 100 rose 0.5%, largely due to a surge in Nvidia shares, which climbed 4%. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. ChatGPT macOS Flaw Could've Enabled Long-Term Spyware via Memory Function: A now-patched security vulnerability in OpenAI's ChatGPT app for macOS could have made it possible for attackers to plant long-term persistent spyware into the artificial intelligence (AI) tool's memory. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. Psilocybin Shows Promise for Treating Depression With Fewer Side Effects Than Common Antidepressants: The report, published Saturday in medical and health news outlet Medical Xpress by researchers from the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology, said psilocybin and standard selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants show similar improvement in depressive symptoms. Better yet, psilocybin offers additional longer-term benefits, the study revealed. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin mining does not use 8% of global electricity although US talk show hosts think so: On a recent episode of “Real Time with Bill Maher,” Maher claimed that crypto consumes 8% of global electricity, likening its impact to adding 15.7 million gas-powered cars to the road. However, data indicates these figures may be significantly inflated. Bitcoin, the largest digital asset, consumes approximately 150 terawatt-hours of electricity annually—less than 1% of global electricity usage, according to the International Energy Agency. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 67/100 (Up 13 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The UN General Assembly has passed a very significant resolution this week called "The US Pact for the Future" with key provisions granting the UN significant powers over international affairs, some in times of 'uncertainty' or over technological areas like global AI governance. Not much is being reported on this WEF-style power grab in the US as it would rub freedom-minded or national sovereignty-minded Americans the wrong way. It may be true that global initiatives like this often lack actual traction on national affairs, until times of global distress. Consider reading up on it to learn more about the globalist agendas.
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2024-09-24 20:21:40 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 862,664
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 24Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel Strikes Lebanon Hard / UN Host World Leaders to Design Future / Japanese Jet Fighters Fire Flares at Russian Surveillance Plane / Questions of Why DOJ Releases Shooter Letter / Hurricane Headed to Central FL / More US Troops to Mideast / US Lawmakers Look to Reign in SEC on Crypto / BRICS Designing USD Alternatives / US Stocks Up, Manufacturing Down / Telegram Gives In / Digital ID Coming / Overseas Remittances Still Lacking in Cryptocurrencies, Why?
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $63,559, 24.18 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $63,944 / Lo: $62,737
Vol: $27B (Down 8%)
Mkt Cap: $1.25T (Even)
HashRate: 671 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Up 50%)
Nodes: 19,068
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israeli strikes kill 492 in Lebanon’s deadliest day of conflict since 2006: Israeli strikes Monday on Lebanon killed more than 490 people, including more than 90 women and children, Lebanese authorities said, in the deadliest barrage since the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war.
Thousands of Lebanese fled the south, and the main highway out of the southern port city of Sidon was jammed with cars heading toward Beirut in the biggest exodus since 2006. In a recorded message, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Lebanese civilians to heed Israeli calls to evacuate, saying “take this warning seriously.” (AP)
2. World leaders meet under shadow of global divisions, 3 wars and possible Mideast conflict: World leaders will open their annual meeting at the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday under the shadow of increasing global divisions, major wars in Gaza, Ukraine and, Sudan and the threat of an even larger conflict in the wider Middle East. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres previewed his opening “State of the World” speech to presidents, prime ministers, monarchs and ministers at Sunday’s “Summit of the Future,” saying “our world is heading off the rails — and we need tough decisions to get back on track.” He also cited huge inequalities, the lack of an effective global system to respond to emerging and even existential threats, and the devastating impact of climate change. (AP)
3. Japan Warns Russia Over Violating Airspace, Fires Flares for First Time: Japanese jet fighters fired warning flares at a Russian military reconnaissance plane that violated Japan’s airspace on Monday, the first time Tokyo has taken such an aggressive stance against incursions of its airspace mostly carried out by Moscow. A Russian IL-38 patrol plane entered Japanese airspace three times between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. local time Monday/ (WSJ)
-US Events-
1. Former AG Barr 'dumbfounded' at DOJ’s decision to release letter of Trump would-be assassin: Former Attorney General William Barr says he is "dumbfounded" that the Justice Department released a chilling letter penned by would-be assassin Ryan Wesley Routh on Monday, calling the decision "rash" and serving no purpose "other than to risk inciting further violence." The DOJ obtained the letter from a witness who says they received it inside a box delivered to them by Routh several months prior to the assassination attempt. (Fox)
2. Hurricane, tropical storm watches issued for Florida ahead of possible Category 3 hurricane: The storm that is expected to become a hurricane Wednesday could become a Category 3 hurricane with 115-mph winds by the time it makes landfall Thursday. "The potential for life-threatening storm surge and damaging hurricane-force winds along the coast of the Florida Panhandle and the Florida west gulf coast is increasing," the Hurricane Center said. (TallahaseeDemocrat)
3. US is sending more troops to the Middle East as violence rises between Israel and Hezbollah: Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, Pentagon press secretary, would not say how many more forces would be deployed or what they would be tasked to do. The U.S. now has about 40,000 troops in the region. (AP)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Republicans Push to Rescind SEC's Controversial Crypto Custody Rule: Over 40 Republican lawmakers, led by Patrick McHenry and Cynthia Lummis, have urged the SEC to rescind the controversial crypto custody rule, SAB 121. Critics argue the rule disrupts traditional accounting standards and increases consumer risks in the crypto industry. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Russia Pushes for Sustainable BRICS Interbank Networks and Payment Systems: Russia is pushing to develop independent interbank networks and payment systems within BRICS to boost the bloc’s financial influence. Moscow aims to expand cross-border settlements and the use of national currencies in BRICS trade, as part of a strategy to reduce dependence on Western financial institutions. These efforts have gained attention during Russia’s BRICS presidency, drawing interest from countries looking for alternatives to the dollar and euro. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
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-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Dow Rise to Fresh Records: The S&P 500 rose by 0.3%, and the Dow Jones gained 0.1%, both achieving fresh record highs on Monday after last week's rally prompted by the Fed's first rate cut in four years, set at 50 basis points. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Manufacturing Activity Unexpectedly Falls Faster: The S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI fell to 47 in September of 2024 from 47.9 in the previous month, contrasting with market expectations that it would rise to 48.5, marking the third consecutive month of contraction in the US factory activity at the sharpest pace in over one year. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Telegram says it will share phone numbers and IP addresses of ‘bad actors’ to authorities: Founder Pavel Durov said on Monday that Telegram will now disclose the IP addresses and phone numbers of users who violate the app’s rules to relevant authorities “in response to valid legal requests.” The new policy applies to users suspected of any violation of Telegram’s rules. (RecordedFuture) (AC-With sufficient pressure, such as arresting and charging the CEO with child porn, centralized systems can be co-opted relatively easy.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Apple Wallet's Gov't ID Support Coming Soon to 4 New Regions After Rolling Out in California: First, three additional US states would support Apple Wallet's digital ID capabilities to be used at certain checkpoints, allowing its constituents to present their identification through the iPhone and Apple Watch. These states include Montana, New Mexico, and West Virginia. (TechTimes) (AC-Digital ID is coming, the choice rests in centralized or decentralized DID.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Central Reserve Bank: Only 1.1% of Remittances Involve Cryptocurrency in El Salvador: The adoption of cryptocurrency, especially Bitcoin, for remittances has failed to surge in El Salvador, even with the support of President Nayib Bukele’s administration. According to data provided by the Central Reserve Bank, only 1.1% of all remittances sent to the country from January to August 2024 include cryptocurrency. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Why have remittances in cryptocurrencies fallen in ES over the last 3 years even after government incentives to do so? The answer to this question may open up worldwide adoption very quickly. There is a practical aspect of P2P worldwide transfers that most bitcoiners are missing. Opportunity knocks.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 54/100 (Up 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-09-24 18:43:28 GMT

Bitcoin and the Battle for Monetary Independence with Lisa Hough.
https://fountain.fm/episode/33BZorbJyVl5UlpFrT5O

2024-09-23 14:32:48 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 862,518
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 23Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel Hammers Lebanon / IRGC Orders Soldiers to Stop Using Devices / UN Adopts WEF-Style Plan / Shootout in Birmingham, AL / Deep State and IRS Supports Harris / BRICS Says Already Off USD Support / BTC ETF Options Approved / GPS Spoofing Up, Spooks Pilots / Bukele and Musk Meet for Deep Convo / Online Hitmen Now Take Bitcoin
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $63,424, 24.19 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $64,733 / Lo: $62,440
Vol: $29B (Up 92%)
Mkt Cap: $1.25T (Even)
HashRate: 660 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 33%)
Nodes: 18,854
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel tells civilians to evacuate as it launches widespread strikes in southern Lebanon: Israel launched more than 80 airstrikes, according to Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency. "The IDF will engage in extensive, precise strikes, against terror targets which have been embedded widely throughout Lebanon," Israel Defense Forces spokesperson said. (CBS)
2. Iran’s Guards ban communication devices after Hezbollah device explosions: Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has ordered all members to stop using any type of communication device after thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah members in Lebanon blew up in deadly attacks last week, two senior Iranian security officials told Reuters. (TimesOfIsrael)
3. UN reform plan adopted despite Russian opposition: "The Pact for the Future has been adopted by member countries by consensus at UN Headquarters in New York. The adoption will help pave the way for greater international cooperation for our common future," the UN official account wrote on X. The pact outlines 56 "actions," including commitments to multilateralism, upholding the UN Charter and peacekeeping. This pact includes declarations of intent to reform the UN Security Council and calls for an adjustment of the international financial system in favor of the so-called Global South. It also calls for renewed efforts to combat climate change, promote disarmament, and guide the development of artificial intelligence. The pact promises to accelerate efforts to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, which aim to eradicate extreme poverty by 2030, intensify the fight against hunger, and promote gender equality and education. (DW)
-US Events-
1. Manhunt launched for 'multiple shooters' after at least 4 killed and 17 injured in Birmingham: “We believe there was a hit, if you will, on that particular person as far as someone willing to pay money to have that person killed.” The shooting happened outside Hush, a lounge in the city’s historic Five Points South nightlife district. (NBC)
2. National security chiefs on letter backing Kamala Harris include many who signed infamous Hunter Biden doc: A group called the National Security Leaders for America, which bills itself as a bipartisan group of former senior military and national security leaders, published a letter Sunday endorsing Harris for the White House. A total of 741 former high-ranking national security officials signed the letter. Nine high-ranking former national security and military officials who signed a letter Sunday endorsing Vice President Harris’ run for the Oval Office also signed a letter nearly four years ago dismissing Hunter Biden’s infamous laptop as Russian disinformation ahead of the 2020 election. (Fox)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Kamala Harris breaks silence on digital assets vowing to encourage innovation as President: She reportedly said: “To build that opportunity economy, I will bring together labor, small business, founders and innovators and major companies. We will partner together to invest in America’s competitiveness, to invest in America’s future. We will encourage innovative technologies like AI and digital assets while protecting consumers and investors.” Harris also promised to establish regulatory clarity for these rapidly evolving sectors. “We will create a safe business environment with clear and consistent rules,” she added. (CryptoSlate) (AC- A purposefully ambiguous statement in the style of a word-salad artist.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. BRICS Beats Dollar Dependence: National Currency Settlements Exceed USD Payments: The BRICS bloc might have already overcome its dollar-dependence problem, as the volume of settlements in the national currencies of its member nations has already surpassed the USD-based exchanges. Using the U.S. dollar can lead to expenses that can be avoided when paying with other currencies, BRICS Deputy Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Samip Shastri stated. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Nasdaq's Wins Approval to List Bitcoin Options on BlackRock's ETF: The SEC has approved Nasdaq's request to list and trade options on BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust, expanding derivative products linked to Bitcoin. The decision follows amendments addressing market manipulation concerns, setting position limits at 25,000 contracts for IBIT options. (Decrypt)
2. Institutions are no longer aggressively shorting Bitcoin: CME Bitcoin futures net short positions have declined significantly, dropping 75% over the past five months, as reported by CryptoQuant. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Treasury Yield Rises to Kick Off the Week: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note increased to 3.74%, the highest level in about three weeks, as traders continue to mull the monetary policy outlook, after the Fed started the easing cycle and delivered a jumbo 50bps rate cut. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Electronic Warfare Spooks Airlines, Pilots and Air-Safety Officials: Pilots, aviation-industry officials and regulators said spoofed Global Positioning System signals are spreading beyond active conflict zones near Ukraine and the Middle East. The attacks started affecting a large number of commercial flights about a year ago, pilots and aviation experts said. The number of flights affected daily has surged from a few dozen in February to more than 1,100 in August. Pilots are meanwhile getting preflight briefings about how to identify potential spoofing and respond—which may at times include turning off certain features or ignoring false “pull up!” commands from a safety system heralded for sharply reducing crashes. (WSJ)
2. US Indicts Two in $260M Bitcoin Heist and Laundering Scheme: Two individuals have been arrested for orchestrating a large-scale cryptocurrency heist, stealing over 4,100 bitcoins. Their complex laundering operation involved using multiple mixers and VPNs to cover their tracks. With the stolen funds, they lived lavishly, buying luxury cars and other high-end items.
-Technology and Science-
1. Nayib Bukele and Elon Musk Discuss AI, Robotics, and Future of Humanity: El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele met with Tesla and Spacex CEO Elon Musk at the Texas Gigafactory, discussing AI, robotics, and humanity’s future. The two exchanged views on innovation, and Musk praised Bukele’s leadership. Their conversation emphasized how cutting-edge technologies could shape global progress, aligning with El Salvador’s forward-thinking stance. (BitcoinCom)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Tennessee woman sentenced to prison for hiring hitman with $10K in Bitcoin to kill wife of man she met on dating site: A Knoxville woman accepted a plea deal on Wednesday for 100 months in prison for hiring an online hitman to kill the wife of a man she met on a dating website, according to authorities. Melody Sasser, 48, shelled out nearly $10,000 in Bitcoin to a hitman through the dark website ‘Online Killers Market’ in 2023, according to court documents. (NYPost) (AC-Bitcoin adoption among hitmen must be on the rise.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 50/100 (Down 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): With the announcement of over 700 National Security officials and the IRS backing VP Harris for president, the deep state is showing its hand, and losing credibility at the same time. The more government officials wade into politics overtly, the more they show themselves to be lackeys for more government power and centralization. Government in the US was designed to be working for the people, the taxpayers of the USA, not politicians who consistently give more power to these officials. We can accept the corruption of the offices of government employees as "just how things are", or work to change this paradigm both from the inside and out. Power projection tools just might be one the mechanisms for this type of change.
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2024-09-20 23:54:29 GMT

https://fountain.fm/episode/b1R9uQbGViWa5EokMsYi

2024-09-20 16:26:21 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 862,115
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 20Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel-Hezbollah Ramp Up Conflict / US, UK Poised to Let Ukraine Strike Deep / KY Sheriff Kills Judge / Teamsters Fret Over Non-Endorsement / Alaska Man Arrested for Threatening SCOTUS Judges / Many New Gun Owners Are Progressives / Louisiana Now Accepts Bitcoin / Canada Scraps CBDC / BlackRock Amends Coinbase Agreement / Stocks Up, Mortgage Rates Down / Original BTC Miners Move BTC
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $63,441, 24.27 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $64,119 / Lo: $62,630
Vol: $41B (Down 12%)
Mkt Cap: $1.25T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 737 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 18,824
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel says 100 Hezbollah rocket launchers hit in Lebanon: Israel has carried out extensive air strikes on southern Lebanon, saying its warplanes have hit more than 100 Hezbollah rocket launchers and other "terrorist sites" including a weapons storage facility. The IDF said the launchers were ready to be fired against Israel. It was not immediately clear if there were any casualties. Earlier, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah said deadly (electronics) explosions earlier in the week "crossed all red lines", accusing Israel of what he said represented a declaration of war. Israel has not said it was behind the attacks - which saw pagers and walkie-talkies explode simultaneously across the country - on Tuesday and Wednesday, and which Lebanese authorities said killed 37 people and wounded 3,000. (BBC)
2. Biden Poised to Approve Ukraine’s Use of Long-Range Western Weapons in Russia: President Biden appears on the verge of clearing the way for Ukraine to launch long-range Western weapons deep inside Russian territory, as long as it doesn’t use arms provided by the United States, European officials say. The issue, which has long been debated in the administration, is coming to a head on Friday, as Britain’s new prime minister, Keir Starmer, visits the White House. (NYTimes)
-US Events-
1. Kentucky sheriff charged in killing of judge at courthouse: The preliminary investigation indicates Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines shot District Judge Kevin Mullins multiple times following an argument inside the courthouse, according to Kentucky State Police. Mullins, who held the judgeship for 15 years, died at the scene, and Stines surrendered without incident.(AP) (AC-It might be enlightening to learn what they were 'arguing' about. There's more to this story.)
2. Former Teamsters leader criticizes non-endorsement of Harris for president: James P. Hoffa, who led the Teamsters for 23 years, said it was a mistake for the union not to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, the “correct choice for labor.” (WaPo)
3. Alaska man charged with threats to torture, murder conservative Supreme Court justices: Panos Anastasiou, 76, was nabbed Wednesday in Anchorage and is facing 22 federal charges stemming from 465 alarming messages he sent via the Supreme Court’s website between March 10 and July 16, prosecutors say. The justices are not identified in the indictment, but details about Anastasiou’s messages indicate he targeted Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas. (NYPost)
4. The Most Surprising New Gun Owners Are U.S. Liberals: American gun culture has long been dominated by conservative, white men. Now, in a marked change, a burgeoning number of liberals are buying firearms, according to surveys and fast-growing gun groups drawing minorities and progressives. Now, today’s Democrats are rediscovering guns. One new owner said he mostly talks about guns with other liberal or progressive gun owners, many of whom welcome gun restrictions. He sees no reason to own a military-style, semiautomatic rifle like the AR-15, and supports universal background checks. But the country’s sharp partisan divide renders compromise on guns extremely unlikely, he believes. (WSJ) (AC-An intriguing article, even if heavily slanted to portray Trump and conservative white men as dangerous.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Louisiana Announces Crypto Payment Options for State Services: The U.S. state of Louisiana has announced that residents can now use bitcoin, bitcoin lightning, and USD Coin to pay for state services through private, secure crypto wallets. “By introducing cryptocurrency as a payment option, we’re not just innovating; we’re providing our citizens with flexibility and freedom in interacting with state services,” said Louisiana’s State Treasurer. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Canada Scraps Plan to Launch 'Digital Loonie' CBDC: After almost five years of research, the Bank of Canada has decided to shelve its plans for a central bank digital currency (CBDC), also known as a "digital loonie." The central bank had launched a research project in 2019 and conducted a public consultation in 2022. While a CBDC was seen as a way to maintain monetary sovereignty and financial stability, the idea faced strong opposition from Canadians and prominent figures in the government. (Decrypt)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. US spot bitcoin ETFs rebound to daily net inflows of $158 million; BTC hovers at $63,500 (TheBlock)
2. BlackRock amends Coinbase custody agreement to require 12 hour withdrawals amid debt rumors: The modifications shorten Coinbase Custody withdrawal processing time when handling withdrawals from the Vault Balance to a public blockchain address while Trade Credits remain unpaid. his development comes amid recent allegations against Coinbase, claiming the exchange was not using BlackRock’s funds to purchase actual bitcoins for the ETF. Social media rumors suggested that Coinbase was issuing letters of debt instead of backing the ETF with Bitcoin and manipulating Bitcoin’s price using BlackRock’s funds. (CryptoSlate) (AC-Blackrock simply making sure the BTC is available.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Dow Close at Records High: Wall Street rallied on Thursday as sentiments boosted about a "soft landing" for the US economy after the Federal Reserve’s 50 basis point rate cut. The Dow Jones closed 522 points higher, the S&P 500 gained 1.7%, both hit new record highs. The Nasdaq 100 also spiked 2.5%, (TradingEconomics)
2. US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Eases to 6.09%: The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 6.09% as of September 19th, reaching its lowest level since early February 2023. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Maryland Police Warn Gmail Users of Phishing Scam Demanding Bitcoin: Maryland State Police have warned of a scam targeting Gmail users, using phishing tactics to extort money through unsettling threats. Scammers are sending victims emails with Google Maps photos of their homes and demanding bitcoin payments, falsely claiming they possess incriminating evidence. The police are investigating, urging caution and providing resources for reporting these incidents. (BitcoinCom)
-Technology and Science-
1. Apple Faces EU Antitrust Challenge: The antitrust regulators of the European Union have launched an action against Apple as it seeks to force the tech giant to open its closed ecosystem up to other competitors. If Apple does not comply, major financial losses are imposed by the newly implemented Digital Markets Act (DMA) on it. The Cupertino-based firm has argued for quite some time that its closed system is safer through the control of peripheral devices and their software entering the system. (TechTImes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin miner wallets awaken after over 15 years — Is this Satoshi?: Wallets belonging to early Bitcoin miners who received coins as rewards shortly after the blockchain’s launch by its pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, have recently been observed moving their BTC. On Sept. 20, five miner wallets that received 50 Bitcoin each as block rewards in 2009 started to move their funds. Given the BTC was mined only weeks after the launch of the Bitcoin blockchain, the wallets likely belonged to people present at its inception. (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 54/100 (Up 6 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Find the encouraging news today, be encouraging today.
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2024-09-18 12:51:40 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 861,844
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 18Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Exploding Pagers Injure over 2,800 Hezbollah / Ukrainian Drone Attack Triggers NASA Satellites / US DoD Beefs Up Alaska Islands / Secret Service Didn't Inspect Golf Course Fence Line / Unknown Powder Sent to US Election Officials / SpaceX Fined by FAA / SEC Charges FTX Auditor / Singapore's Largest Bank Offers BTC Options / Bhutan 4th Largest Country Holding BTC / US FED Rate Cut Expected Today / Asteroid Passes Close by Tonight / Winklevoss' Dad Donates BTC To School Teaching Austrian Economics
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $59,889, 23.24 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $61,316 / Lo: $58,901
Vol: $40B (Up 39%)
Mkt Cap: $1.18T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 708 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 19,043
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Exploding pagers belonging to Hezbollah kill at least 9 and injure more than 2,750 in Lebanon: More than 200 people were in critical condition, the public health minister, Dr. Firas Abiad, told reporters. Mojtaba Amani, Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon, was among the injured, according to the country’s embassy. One of those killed was Muhammad Mahdi, the son of Ali Ammar, a Hezbollah member of Parliament. Hezbollah says it has handed out pagers to members, many of whom stopped using cellphones out of fear that Israel could use them to track and monitor them. (NBC)
2. Ukrainian drone attack triggers earthquake-sized blast at arsenal in Russia's Tver region: Unverified video and images on social media showed a huge ball of flame blasting high into the night sky and multiple detonations thundering across a lake about 380 km (240 miles) west of Moscow. NASA satellites picked up intense heat sources emanating from an area of about 14 square kilometres at the site in the early hours and earthquake monitoring stations picked up what sensors thought was a small earthquake. (Reuters)
3. US moves soldiers to Alaska island amid Russian military activity increase in the area: The U.S. military has moved about 130 soldiers along with mobile rocket launchers to a desolate island in the Aleutian chain of western Alaska amid a recent increase in Russian military planes and vessels approaching American territory. Eight Russian military planes and four navy vessels, including two submarines, have come close to Alaska in the past week as Russia and China conducted joint military drills. (ABC)
-US Events-
1. Secret Service admits it did not search the perimeter of Trump’s golf course: The Secret Service did not search the perimeter of the golf course where a suspect lurked for nearly 12 hours in the apparent hope of killing Donald Trump, the agency has admitted. Routh’s presence in the area immediately before Sunday’s incident has been established from his mobile phone data. “The president wasn’t even really supposed to go there,” the Secret Service’s acting director, Ronald Rowe Jr, told journalists, adding that Trump did not have a visit to the course on his official schedule. (TheGuardian)
2. FBI investigating suspicious letters containing unknown substance sent to state election officials: The Associated Press reported powder-containing packages were sent to secretaries of state and state election offices in Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Wyoming, citing officials in those states. The secretaries of state for Colorado, Connecticut and Indiana also reported Tuesday that similar envelopes were either intercepted or received. (CBS)
3. SpaceX fined for ‘illegal’ launch of rockets: Just days after regulators grounded SpaceX’s Mars-bound Starship rocket for two months, Elon Musk’s firm is facing a major fine for alleged safety violations of two launches last year. The US FAA proposed $633,009 in civil penalties for the private space firm, claiming that it failed to follow license requirements in May and July 2023. Mr Musk responded to the proposed fine in a post to X, writing: “SpaceX will be filing suit against the FAA for regulatory overreach.”(IndependentUK)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. SEC says FTX auditor did not understand the crypto market: The US SEC has charged the auditor of collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX with misconduct, saying the firm took on Sam Bankman-Fried’s company as a client without properly understanding the crypto market. Prager Metis, an accounting firm that ranks outside the top 50 US firms by revenue, gave a clean bill of health to FTX’s financial results for the two years before it collapsed in November 2022 with an $8bn hole in its balance sheet. (FT)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Australia’s central bank launches 3-year program for wholesale CBDC: RBA Assistant Governor Brad Jones said the potential benefits of a retail CBDC in Australia appear modest or uncertain at present. (CoinTelegraph)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Singapore's DBS Bank to Launch Bitcoin and Crypto Options for Institutions: Singapore's largest bank, DBS, will begin offering OTC bitcoin and crypto options trading for institutional clients in Q4 2024. DBS is the first major Asian bank providing sophisticated Bitcoin derivatives amid rising allocation demand. (BitcoinMag)
2. Bhutan Government Holds $750 Million in Bitcoin: Bhutan, known for its involvement in cryptocurrency mining, now holds the fourth-largest government stash of Bitcoin, with over 13,000 BTC valued at $750 million. Unlike other governments, Bhutan's Bitcoin reserves come from its green-powered mining farms, taking advantage of its abundant hydroelectric power. In addition to Bitcoin, Bhutan's state investment arm also holds other cryptocurrencies such as ETH, BNB, MATIC, and USDT. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Markets Await Fed Decision: Bitcoin Spikes, Gold Drops, Stocks Wobble: Bitcoin saw its value leap to $61,331 on Tuesday, just a day before members of the U.S. Federal Reserve convene to discuss a potential rate cut for federal funds. While BTC posted a 5% gain, stock markets exhibited mixed signals, hovering near previous highs, and gold dipped more than half a percent that day. (BitcoinCom) (AC-The Fed is expected to announced their decision today.)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. North Korean Hackers Target Energy and Aerospace Industries with New MISTPEN Malware: A North Korea-linked cyber-espionage group has been observed leveraging job-themed phishing lures to target prospective victims in energy and aerospace verticals and infect them with a previously undocumented backdoor dubbed MISTPEN. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. NASA issues alert for fast-moving, stadium-sized asteroid approaching Earth tonight: Dubbed 2024 ON, the celestial space rock measures 950 feet in diameter — approximately the size of a football stadium. Despite 2024 On’s intimidating speed and size, it’s expected to pass about 621,000 miles from Earth, or 2.6 times further out than the moon’s average distance. (NYPost)
2. Decrypt Will Store Its Content on the Decentralized Storage Solution Walrus, Preventing Link Rot and Ensuring Integrity: Decrypt, a Web3 trade publication, will store its news articles, videos, and photos on the decentralized storage solution Walrus. This will create an unalterable archive of Decrypt's content, ensuring the integrity and availability of the news stories. Storing the content on decentralized storage protocols like Walrus helps prevent link rot and offers a secure and tamper-proof record of the publication's content. (Decrypt) (AC-Decentralized storage warrants research.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Winklevoss Twins' Father Donates $4M Bitcoin to School Teaching Theory That Inspired Satoshi: Howard Winklevoss, father of the famous crypto twins, is donating $4 million in bitcoin {BTC} in a first-of-its-kind donation to Grove City College, where he developed an interest for sound money and the Austrian school of economics that also later influenced Satoshi. His Bitcoin donation is the first bitcoin gift the college has received and will fund new business programs, Grove City said in a press release on Tuesday. (CoinDesk) (AC-Bitcoiners are a special breed.)
2. AI-focused Bitcoin miners are outperforming rivals: AI-focused Bitcoin miners such as Core Scientific, IREN and Terawulf are outperforming their “pure play” rivals in terms of stock price due to stronger conviction in the data center thesis amid choppy bitcoin price action, according to analysts. While their hash rate growth may generally be slower than that of pure-play Bitcoin miners, AI-focused operators are expanding their data center infrastructure in parallel, which provides additional opportunities. (TheBlock)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 45/100 (Up 12 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-09-17 13:31:51 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 861,690
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 17Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Putin Expands Draft / 1 Million Toll in Ukraine War / Philippines Send New Ship to Disputed Area / Congress Debates on USSS Funding and Effectiveness / NatGas Pipeline Burning in Houston / Meta Culls RT From Feeds / Trump's New DeFi Project May Draw Fire / Most of Globe is Exploring CBDCs / All Eyes on Fed / Wrench Attacker Given 47 Years / Chrome Malware Steals Login Data
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $59,100, 22.93 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $59,241 / Lo: $57,501
Vol: $29B (Up 4%)
Mkt Cap: $1.17T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 629 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 50%)
Nodes: 19,245
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Putin orders expansion of Russia’s military to 1.5M active troops: Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the country’s military to expand to 1.5 million active troops, bringing the total military personnel to nearly 2.4 million, according to a decree dated Monday. It marks Putin’s third official expansion of Russia’s military since the war with Ukraine began in early 2022. (TheHill)
2. One Million Are Now Dead or Injured in the Russia-Ukraine War: The number of Ukrainians and Russians killed or wounded in the grinding 2½-year war has reached roughly one million, a staggering toll that two countries struggling with shrinking prewar populations will pay far into the future. (WSJ)
2. Philippines deploys new coast guard ship to Sabina Shoal, defying China's demands for withdrawal: "The Philippine side's actions have seriously infringed on China's territorial sovereignty," Liu Dejun, a spokesperson for China's coast guard said. Sabina Shoal, which China refers to as Xianbin Reef and the Philippines as the Escoda Shoal, lies 93 miles west of the Philippine province of Palawan, well within the country's exclusive economic zone. (Fox)
-US Events-
1. Congress mulls new Secret Service funding after apparent attempt on Trump's life: Leaders of both parties and top appropriators say one possibility is to attach emergency funding for the Secret Service to a short-term funding bill that Congress must pass by Sept. 30 to avert a government shutdown. But they’re also studying another option: giving the Secret Service the opportunity to shift resources and spend more money to guard protectees in the final stretch of the campaign. (NBC)
2. Massive pipeline fire burning near Houston began after a vehicle struck a valve, officials say: A towering flame gradually subsided Tuesday morning in the aftermath of a massive pipeline explosion after a vehicle drove through a fence and struck an above-ground valve, officials said. Deer Park officials said police and local FBI agents initiated investigations and found no preliminary reports that would suggest a coordinated or “terrorist” attack and that “this appears to be an isolated incident.” (AP)
3. Meta bans Russian state media outlet RT over ‘foreign interference activity’: “After careful consideration, we expanded our ongoing enforcement against Russian state media outlets. Rossiya Segodnya, RT and other related entities are now banned from our apps globally for foreign interference activity,” a Meta (META) spokesperson said in a statement. (CNN) (AC-Censorship is not going away.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. World Liberty Financial could spark swift SEC stance change on crypto if Trump wins: Donald Trump and his team have released information on the pending launch of World Liberty Financial, a new DeFi project built on the Aave tech stack. Following a 2-hour X (formerly Twitter) Space last night, the team confirmed the initiative aims to transform the traditional financial system by leveraging blockchain technology. It focuses on tokenizing real estate assets to make high-value property investments accessible to a broader audience, bypassing conventional banking barriers. (CryptoSlate) (AC-Though officially a 'shitcoin' project, this could have an effect on Bitcoin due to the political nature of the participants.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Research reveals 98% of global economy exploring CBDC solutions: A new report by the Atlantic Council reveals that 134 countries, covering 98% of the global economy, are exploring digital currencies, with 44 currently piloting CBDCs. The data shows that over 65 countries, including India, Australia, and Brazil, are in advanced stages of CBDC exploration, whether in development, pilot, or launch phases. Every G20 country is now investigating its own CBDC, with 19 in the advanced stages of exploration, per the think tank. (CryptoNews) (AC- For context, the Atlantic Council is highly pro-UN and globalist in scope and agenda. This report, though accurate in some ways, embellishes the positive momentum of CBDCs, probably in an effort to normalize the eventual (forced) adoption of the digital control currency.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock’s IBIT clocks first daily net inflows in three weeks as spot Bitcoin ETFs attract $12.8 million. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Futures Steady Ahead of Fed Meeting: US stock futures were little changed on Tuesday as investors treaded carefully ahead of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting. Markets currently see an over 62% chance for a larger 50 basis point rate cut from the Fed, according to CME’s FedWatch Tool. Traders also awaited US retail sales data for August to gain fresh insights on the health of the US consumer. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Man Sentenced to 47 Years for Violent Home Invasions Targeting Bitcoin Owners: Remy St Felix, the leader of a home invasion crew, has been sentenced to 47 years in prison for orchestrating a series of violent attacks targeting cryptocurrency owners. St Felix and his co-conspirators used brute force and SIM-swapping attacks to steal $3.5 million in digital assets. The crew's victims were assaulted, bound, and forced to transfer their cryptocurrencies to wallets controlled by the criminals. (Decrypt) (AC-Wrench attacks are real, so build your defenses in depth; low signature, multi-signature cold wallets and strong physical defenses are some key principles.)
2. Hackers Might Be Forcing Chrome Users to Give Their Google Passwords Through 'Annoyance' Method: Google Chrome is at risk of running malware-ridden extensions, but that's not the only risk you are running into. In fact, you need to be extra careful when it comes to credential-stealing campaigns involving your Google account passwords. Recently, hackers did this by using a piece of malware called StealC that locks Chrome into kiosk mode and disables the F11 and ESC keys essentially keeping the users in full-screen mode. This annoying attack is aimed at making the user input their Google login details which are then harvested by the attackers. (TechTimes)
-Technology and Science-
1. UN Chief: Unregulated AI Threatens Democratic Systems: UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that unregulated artificial intelligence (AI) poses a risk to democratic systems, exacerbating disinformation and gender inequality. He urged countries to establish AI governance guidelines and promote responsible use. Guterres noted AI’s potential benefits, including enhanced public participation and equality, but emphasized the need for international cooperation to mitigate risks. (BitcoinCom) (AC-When did 'Democracy' come to mean the 'tyrannical elite'?)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. New Research Raises Concerns About Bitmain's Influence Over Proxy Mining Pools: Recent research has confirmed that Bitmain, a major player in the bitcoin mining industry, has significant influence over proxy mining pools. The study found that many supposedly independent mining pools are actually passing along Bitmain-templated work to their miners. This raises concerns about the centralization of bitcoin mining and the control exerted by Bitmain in the day-to-day operations of these pools. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 33/100 (Down 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-09-16 12:44:24 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 861,558
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 16Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Houthis Fire Hypersonic Missile at Israel / Venezuela Arrests Americans in Supposed Plot / Trump Target of Another Assassination Attempt / Kraken Drops Lighting in Germany / Russia Launching CBDC / MicroStrategy Buys Another $1.1B of BTC / Fed Cut 25 or 50 BPS / 17 Y/O Arrested for UK Transportation Hack / United Air Offers Starlink / El Salvador Achieves Financial Independence
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $58,722, 22.77 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $60,381 / Lo: $58,144
Vol: $27B (Up 107%)
Mkt Cap: $1.16T (Down 2%)
HashRate: 609 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 33%)
Nodes: 19,024
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Netanyahu warns Yemen’s Houthis face a ‘heavy price’ as missile lands in central Israel: The projectile was fired from Yemen toward Israel at 6am local time this morning, according to the Israel Defense Forces who added that it “most likely fragmented in mid-air.” The missile fell in an open area in central Israel, with no injuries reported. The Houthis said they used a “new hypersonic ballistic missile” and warning that Israel should expect more such strikes as the first anniversary of the October 7 attack by Hamas approaches. (CNN)
2. Venezuela says it arrested Navy SEAL allegedly involved in a plot to kill President Maduro: Three Americans, two Spaniards and a Czech citizen were arrested Saturday after Venezuelan officials accused them of coming to the South American country to assassinate President Nicolas Maduro. The arrest of the American citizens included a member of the Navy, who Cabello identified as Wilbert Joseph Castañeda Gomez. Cabello said that Gomez was a Navy SEAL who had served in Afghanistan, Iraq and Colombia. The announcement of the arrests comes just two days after the U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on 16 allies of Maduro who were accused by the U.S. government of obstructing voting during the disputed July 28 Venezuelan presidential election, and carrying out human rights abuses. The Maduro administration has previously used Americans imprisoned in Venezuela to gain concessions from the U.S. government. (StarsandStripes)
-US Events-
1. Trump was the subject of an apparent assassination attempt at his Florida golf club, the FBI says: U.S. Secret Service agents stationed a few holes up from where Trump was playing noticed the muzzle of an AK-style rifle sticking through the shrubbery that lines the course, roughly 400 yards away. An agent fired and the gunman dropped the rifle and fled in an SUV, leaving the firearm behind along with two backpacks, a scope used for aiming and a GoPro camera, Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said. The man was later stopped by law enforcement in a neighboring county. They had been on the fifth hole and about to go up to putt when they heard a “pop pop, pop pop.” Within seconds, he said Witkoff recounted, Secret Service agents “pounced” on Trump and “covered him” to protect him. The man in custody was Ryan Routh, three law enforcement officials told the AP.(AP)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Kraken Removes Bitcoin Lightning Network Link in Germany: Kraken, a top crypto exchange, has removed the Lightning Network feature for customers in Germany, citing "technical changes." Earlier reports suggested that regulatory issues were the cause, but Kraken clarified that it was a result of technical changes. The Lightning Network is a second layer application for Bitcoin that speeds up transactions and allows for smaller purchases. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Bank of Russia to Launch Digital Ruble Payment Infrastructure by July 2025: The Bank of Russia aims to open the payment infrastructure for the Russian CBDC, the digital ruble, by July next year. Larger banks will offer digital ruble accounts and services by this deadline, with smaller institutions following later. The initiative seeks to enhance payment efficiency and reduce costs, with retailers also required to accept digital rubles. A pilot program is currently underway involving banks, individuals, and businesses. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. MicroStrategy Buys $1.1 Billion Worth of Bitcoin: MicroStrategy, the software firm known for its bullish stance on Bitcoin, has purchased an additional 18,300 BTC worth nearly $1.1 billion. This is the company's largest Bitcoin purchase since February 2021, bringing its total holdings to 244,800 BTC. MicroStrategy remains the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, controlling more than 1% of the entire possible Bitcoin supply. (Decrypt) (AC-Big move!)
2. US spot bitcoin ETFs log highest daily inflows in nearly two months as BTC challenges $60,000: Spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the United States had their best day for inflows in nearly two months on Friday—despite the fact that the largest ETF on the market logged no inflows of its own. US-based spot bitcoin ETFs logged a daily total net inflow of $263.1 million, the most for a single day since July 22's massive $485.9 million 55 days ago. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Slips as Fed Rate Verdict Looms: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury slipped to around 3.64% on Monday, hovering at its lowest levels since May 2023 as traders piled on bets that the Federal Reserve will move more aggressively when it starts cutting interest rates this week. Markets are currently pricing in a 59% chance that the Fed will deliver a larger 50 basis point rate cut. (TradingEcomomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. 17-Year-Old Arrested in Connection with Cyber Attack Affecting Transport for London: The teenager, who's from Walsall, is said to have been arrested on September 5, 2024, following an investigation that was launched in the incident's aftermath. "Attacks on public infrastructure such as this can be hugely disruptive and lead to severe consequences for local communities and national systems," Deputy Director Paul Foster, head of the NCA's National Cyber Crime Unit, said. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. United Brings Starlink's Satellite Internet to Over 1,000 Planes, Free in-Flight WiFi Coming by 2025 (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. President Bukele announces that El Salvador will no longer borrow external debt to finance its budget. (X Post by Bukele)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 39/100 (Up 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-09-13 19:03:42 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans SITREP: Understanding Market Dynamics with Joe Carlasare
https://fountain.fm/episode/5VkGIfczRbqmkPpIJpmM

2024-09-13 12:43:27 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 861,141
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Putin Threatens Global War of Long-Range Missiles, Expels UK Diplomats / Russian Counteroffensive in Kursk Begins / US Announces China Tariffs / Boeing Goes on Strike / BRICs Gains, Hint at Paramilitary Org. / Trump Family Launches Crypto Alternative / OpenAI Launches Advanced Reasoning Model / Billionaire Spacewalks with SpaceX / BTC Mining Difficulty at ATH
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $58,087, 22.66 oz Gold, .13 Median US House
24hr Hi: $58,534 / Lo: $57,247
Vol: $29B (Down 20%)
Mkt Cap: $1.15T (Even)
HashRate: 624 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Down 25%)
Nodes: 19,159
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Putin threatens NATO amid reports of long-range weapons being allowed to strike inside Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed that NATO is escalating a direct war with Russia as the U.S. and Britain discuss allowing NATO-provided weapons to be used by Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia. “This would in a significant way change the very nature of the conflict,” Putin said on Thursday. “It would mean that NATO countries, the US, European countries, are at war with Russia.” (TheHill)
2. Russia expels six UK diplomats as tensions rise over Ukraine missiles: Russia's FSB security service said on Friday it had revoked the accreditation of six British diplomats in Moscow after accusing them of spying and sabotage work, signalling the Kremlin's anger at what it sees as London's vital role in helping Ukraine. (Reuters)
3. Russian counteroffensive in Ukrainian-controlled Kursk begins, says Zelensky: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Thursday that Russia had launched a counteroffensive to take back the parts of its Kursk region occupied by Ukrainian forces last month. In the past two days, though, the Russian Defense Ministry said that its troops had reclaimed 10 settlements in the region. (WaPO)
-US Events-
1. US locks in steep China tariff hikes, many to start Sept. 27: The Biden administration on Friday locked in steep tariff hikes on Chinese imports, including a 100% duty on electric vehicles, to strengthen protections for strategic domestic industries from China's state-driven excess production capacity. The U.S. Trade Representative's office told Reuters that many of the tariffs, including a 100% duty on Chinese EVs, 50% on solar cells and 25% on steel, aluminum, EV batteries and key minerals, would go into effect on Sept. 27. (Reuters)
2. Boeing Union Goes On Strike, Halting 737 Production: Thousands of machinists who build Boeing’s 737, 777 and 767 jets walked off the job shortly after midnight Pacific time Friday, after rejecting a labor deal struck between the union’s leaders and Boeing’s executives. The contract offered 25% wage increases over four years. (WSJ)
-Regulatory and Legal-
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-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. BRICS Gains Global Appeal as 34 Countries Show Interest, Putin Reveals: Putin was quoted by Tass as saying, "We cannot ignore the growing interest in BRICS on the part of many countries. As of today … 34 countries, to be precise, have already expressed interest in joining the activities of our group in one form or another. The Russian president recently expressed confidence that the BRICS economic bloc will establish its own parliamentary organization in the future. (BitcoinCom) (AC-This last statement shows the normal progression of global power competition. First is economic alignments and trade, then financial and currency standardization, then military power to protect the union. )
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Donald Trump Announces World Liberty Financial Launch — 'We're Embracing the Future With Crypto': Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the launch of his family’s cryptocurrency platform, World Liberty Financial, positioning it as an alternative to traditional banks. He encouraged users to join a live event on X next Monday. “We’re embracing the future with crypto and leaving the slow and outdated big banks behind,” Trump said. (BItcoinCOm) (AC-Interesting timing and trajectory of this effort. Bitcoiners might scoff at this effort, so might legacy financial institutions, but let's see what details emerge first.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Producer Prices Rise More than Expected: Factory gate prices in the US increased 0.2% mom in August 2024, following a downwardly revised flat reading in July and above forecasts of 0.1% (TradingEconomics)
2. US 10-Year Yield Remains Under Pressure: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury held around 3.65% on Friday, hovering near its lowest levels since May 2023 amid growing speculation that the Federal Reserve could deliver a more aggressive rate cut next week. Markets are currently assigning a 57% chance that the Fed will deliver a 25 basis point rate cut, with a 43% odds seen for a larger 50 bps reduction, according to CME’s FedWatch Tool. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. New Linux Malware Campaign Exploits Oracle Weblogic to Mine Cryptocurrency: The activity, which specifically singles out the Oracle Weblogic server, is designed to deliver a malware strain dubbed Hadooken, according to cloud security firm Aqua. "When Hadooken is executed, it drops a Tsunami malware and deploys a crypto miner," security researcher Assaf Moran said. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. OpenAI releases o1 model with human-like reasoning: OpenAI is releasing a new artificial intelligence model known internally as “Strawberry” that can perform some human-like reasoning tasks, as it looks to stay at the top of a crowded market of rivals. The new model, called o1, is designed to spend more time computing the answer before responding to user queries, the company said in a blog post Thursday. With the model, OpenAI’s tools should be able to solve multi-step problems, including complicated math and coding questions. (Fortune)
2. First Commercial Spacewalk: Billionaire Jared Isaacman Leads Polaris Dawn Mission, Praises Earth's Beauty From Above: In a big move for private space travel, two astronauts did the first-ever spacewalk paid for by a business on the Polaris Dawn trip. They wore new slimmer SpaceX spacesuits. Billionaire Jared Isaacman put money into this project, hoping to explore new limits in space without needing the government. The end goal? Cheaper and easier space trips. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Surges: Miners Face Toughest Conditions Yet: The difficulty in mining Bitcoin has surged to a new record level, hence squeezing profit margins. Reaching 92.67 trillion, the difficulty index exceeded the previous record peak of 90.67 trillion set in July this year. This 3.6% rise represents the increased competitiveness resulting from record-breaking hashrate values. It emphasizes how resilient and secure the network is becoming since mining Bitcoin calls for more computational capability. (Bitcoinist)
2. Bitcoin and Crypto Exchange HTX To Integrate Lightning Network: HTX, one of the largest Bitcoin and crypto exchanges globally, announced it will be integrating the Bitcoin Lightning Network in partnership with Bitcoin firm IBEX. With over 45 million registered users, HTX is a leading Bitcoin and crypto platform in Asia and worldwide based on trading volume and Bitcoin custody. The exchange now plans to incorporate Lightning Network capabilities into its ecosystem. (BitcoinMag)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 32/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Quite a bit of news articles today are focused on Russia, with Putin's response to the possibility of Ukraine using US and UK long-range missiles on Russia, the counteroffensive in Kursk and the rising power of BRICS. It could be simply newsworthy information coming to light today or another option could be the media's concerted effort to portray Russia as a unifying opponent right before a critical US election. The fear being stoked could also be used to delay or subvert the election process in one way or another. Look for 'interpretations' of the Russia information on mainstream media over the next week for clues.
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2024-09-12 20:04:41 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans SITREP: The Power of Bitcoin. Can it Resist Government Control and Influence?
https://fountain.fm/episode/nH1OZy3q0dO1estALU7C

2024-09-12 12:16:47 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 861,003
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 12Sep24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Russian Drones Knock Out Power Stations / Fmr. Peru Leader Fujimori Dies / DHS Designates Jan 6th 'National Security Event" / Venezuelan Gang Expands in US / UK Bill To Recognize Digital Assets as Property / SEC Chair Gensler Under Investigation / CBDCs are Digital Control / Stocks Up on CPI Data / SpaceX Civilian Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk / India, Nigeria, Indonesia Lead 'Crypto' Adoption
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $58,058, 23.04 oz Gold, .13 Median US House
24hr Hi: $58,454 / Lo: $55,567
Vol: $36B (Up 13%)
Mkt Cap: $1.15T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 582 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 33%)
Nodes: 19,321
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Russian drones pound power system in Sumy region town, 14 people hurt, Ukraine says: Russian drones inflicted significant damage to the northern Ukrainian town of Konotop's energy infrastructure in an overnight attack that injured at least 14 people and cut electricity to the settlement, local officials said on Thursday. Rescuers were working to restore power in the town, which had a pre-war population of about 83,000. Regional officials said there had been 10 explosions during the attack and Mayor Artem Semenikhin said the power system was in critical condition. (Reuters)
2. Former Peruvian leader Alberto Fujimori dies at 86: Peru's former President Alberto Fujimori, who was convicted of human rights abuses and corruption, has died aged 86. Fujimori governed Peru between 1990 and 2000 before being forced from office amid allegations of corruption. His tough stance against a left-wing guerrilla insurgency at a time when the rebels looked likely to seize power won him plaudits from many. (BBC)
-US Events-
1. Department of Homeland Security designates Jan. 6, 2025, a ‘National Special Security Event’: The federal government has designated Congress’ certification of electoral votes in the upcoming 2024 presidential election to be a “National Special Security Event,” the Secret Service announced Wednesday. The special designation was approved by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and means law enforcement agencies will dramatically beef up security for the Jan. 6, 2025, tally – in an effort to prevent another riot at the Capitol Building. “When an event is designated a National Special Security Event, the US Secret Service assumes its mandated role as the lead agency for the design and implementation of the operational security plan.” (NYPost)
2. A Venezuelan Gang Is Expanding Its Deadly Reach to the U.S.: U.S. law-enforcement officials had watched with alarm the spread of a Venezuelan gang known for dismembering rivals from Chile to Colombia. But the gang, known as the Tren de Aragua, seemed contained in Latin America. American officials fear the same pattern emerging in the U.S., where more than 700,000 Venezuelans have settled in the past four years. Tren de Aragua members are suspects in the shooting of two New York police officers, the killing of a former Venezuelan police officer in South Florida, and crimes from Chicago to Texas, law-enforcement authorities said. In all, there are now more than 100 investigations in the U.S. involving suspected members of Tren de Aragua, said a high-ranking Immigration and Customs Enforcement official. (WSJ)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. UK Bill Recognizes Digital Assets as Personal Property Under New Law: The UK Ministry of Justice has introduced the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Bill to recognize bitcoin and other digital assets as personal property under English and Welsh law. Led by Justice Minister Heidi Alexander, this bill addresses legal uncertainties around digital assets, ensuring better protection for owners in fraud cases and disputes. It also positions the UK as a leader in global digital asset regulation, boosting its economy and legal services. (BitcoinCom)
2. SEC Under Scrutiny: House Republicans Investigate Gensler’s Political Hiring Practices: U.S. House Republicans have launched an investigation into the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), focusing on allegations that the agency’s hiring practices may be influenced by political affiliations. The probe, led by GOP lawmakers Jim Jordan, Patrick McHenry, and James Comer, aims to determine whether the SEC has violated federal law by considering political ideology when filling senior positions. (Blockonomi)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Central Bank Digital Currencies: Digital Currency or Digital Control?: Central bankers and other policymakers may argue that CBDCs are the future of money, but whether the end result is a waste of resources or a threat to fundamental freedoms, this future is not one that should be welcomed. Considering all signs currently seem to suggest that governments will push forward with CBDCs, it is up to the people to get involved in the conversation before the decision is made for them. (Cato) (AC-A freedom-perspective article on recharacterizing CBDCs as digital control.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Spot bitcoin ETFs see $43 million in outflows, breaking two-day inflow run: Spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the U.S. posted total daily net outflows of $43.97 million on Wednesday, ending a two-day streak of positive flows. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Stocks Close Sharply Higher on Tech Boost After CPI: US Stocks closed sharply higher on Wednesday, boosted by tech stocks as investors assessed the latest inflation data and its implications for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision. The S&P 500 rose 1%, extending its winning streak to three sessions, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq surged 2.2% (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
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-Technology and Science-
1. Watch SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission conduct the first all-civilian spacewalk in history: SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission finally launched on Tuesday, after a series of delays pushed back its commencement date. Now the crew of the private spaceflight are scheduled to take the first ever commercial spacewalk — and the entire thing will be livestreamed so we can watch it here from Earth. (Mashable)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. India, Nigeria, Indonesia Lead Chainalysis 2024 Crypto Adoption Index: India, Nigeria, and Indonesia top Chainalysis’ latest global crypto adoption index, which ranks 151 countries based on grassroots cryptocurrency usage, adjusted for population and purchasing power. The report notes strong growth in crypto activity, particularly in lower-income nations. (BitcoinCom)
2. Why Bitcoin Mining Produced an Empty Block at Height 860932 Today: Bitcoin mining by Foundry USA today produced an empty block at block height 860932. Empty Bitcoin blocks, such as block 860932, are blocks that contain only the coinbase transactions and no additional transactions from the mempool. The mining of empty blocks usually occurs due to the technical delay between validating a block and receiving the transactions in the mempool. (CoinGape)
3. Anthony Scaramucci Teases New Bitcoin Book Featuring Foreword by Michael Saylor: Anthony Scaramucci, CEO of SkyBridge Capital, has hinted at his upcoming book The Little Book of Bitcoin. In a recent tweet, Scaramucci revealed that Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy and a major Bitcoin supporter, has written the foreword for the book. Scaramucci praised Saylor as a “living legend” and expressed appreciation for his contribution to the book. (CoinSpeaker)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 31/100 (Down 6 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-09-11 21:51:40 GMT

https://fountain.fm/episode/nVKIzVZepOueAiznXn3U

2024-09-11 11:29:47 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans Podcast EP 59 with @nprofile…kas9
https://fountain.fm/episode/jOUqspCbFLR9LkqbfNNU

2024-09-10 23:10:13 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans sat down with @npub18c6…yyww at his Pleb Party in Nashville, where he was generous enough to give us access to the back room to conduct interviews with some of his amazing guests
Here is our interview with Ander’s
https://cdn.satellite.earth/de79ec951c653baf442db230918aff9f0d1fa90384288a1321b3d6cb4ed134a5.mp4

2024-09-09 17:46:41 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans SITREP: Navigating Bitcoin's Volatility: Lessons from MicroStrategy's Journey
https://fountain.fm/episode/kS811rMQ4Efny1NxYx6t

2024-09-09 16:44:44 GMT

"Never interrupt your enemy when he is shitcoining."
- Napoleon Bonaparte
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2024-09-04 17:17:34 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans SITREP: Bitcoin and Freedom
https://fountain.fm/episode/mdCnCggpC7hIb2Zg2YqD

2024-08-29 17:17:43 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans SITREP: Defending Freedom. A conversation with @nprofile…42tl from Simply Bitcoin.
https://fountain.fm/episode/6PIO4r56KiLoSmlJHN9n

2024-08-28 17:07:00 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans SITREP: Game Theory, Bitcoin Security and News
https://fountain.fm/episode/7MJUMRTHbOuEb1moZ0a0

2024-08-28 13:14:57 GMT

Bitcoin Veterans Ep 57 Coleman Payne
https://fountain.fm/episode/uukToZleDlmzAMTAs9LZ

2024-08-27 12:57:20 GMT

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Bro, why you posting your seed phrase?!

2024-08-26 13:24:21 GMT

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I don’t know if there is one yet. Satellite.earth is a starting point for it. Allows you to compress and save longer videos but it’s still saved on servers. Not sure how we get that amount of data decentralized.
Bitcoin Veterans are actively working on getting their own relays setup so we can decentralize our own content.

2024-08-26 13:03:46 GMT

What did the Petro Dollar system cost us? EVERYTHING. Watch this teaser of our interview with @npub1s5y…6q7z from Ander’s Pleb Party
The full interview will be released EXCLUSIVELY on Nostr
Give us a follow and stay tuned
https://v.nostr.build/933mkcUjicAdpQ88.mp4

2024-08-26 12:56:47 GMT

What did the Petro Dollar system cost us? EVERYTHING. Watch this teaser of our interview with @npub1s5y…6q7z at Ander’s Pleb Party
The full interview will be released EXCLUSIVELY on Nostr
Give us a follow and stay tuned
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2024-08-23 19:26:20 GMT

BV SITREP 005 A Path to Freedom and Time.
https://fountain.fm/episode/5JCa20gMOEFJtdqYzoMo

2024-08-22 12:54:12 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 857,908
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 22Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Greek Oil Tanker Burning, Adrift in Red Sea / Recovery Ops Continue in Superyacht Saga / Canada's Railroads to Shutdown Over Labor Talks, Far-Reaching Effects / RFJ Jr. May Drop Out Soon / Protests Get Violent in Chicago / Crypto Companies Contributing the Most to Politicians / CBDCs Only Issued in 4 Countries / Major Revision in Jobs Data / Hope Rising for Fed Rate Cuts / Australia Cracks Down on Scammers / Bitcoin, Not Crypto Explained
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $61,185, 24.54 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $61,834 / Lo: $58,893
Vol: $35B (Up 32%)
Mkt Cap: $1.21T (Up 3%)
HashRate: 682 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Down 40%)
Nodes: 19,104
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Greek oil tanker on fire and adrift after multiple attacks in Red Sea: A crew of 25 has been rescued from a Greek-flagged oil tanker after it caught fire after multiple attacks in the Red Sea. The Sounion was attacked by more than a dozen people on two small boats who fired multiple projectiles at the ship when it was about 77 nautical miles (143km) west of Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah on Wednesday morning. (AlJazeera)
2. Five bodies recovered in wreckage of superyacht that sank off Sicily: British technology entrepreneur Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, Morgan Stanley International Chair Jonathan Bloomer and his wife Judy Bloomer, and Clifford Chance lawyer Chris Morvillo and his wife Neda Morvillo were all reported missing after a luxury yacht they were on board sank. According to reports from eyewitnesses and survivors, the ship was violently rocked by a storm at around 4 a.m. local time on Monday while it was anchored near the Sicilian port of Porticello. It sank rapidly after capsizing. (CNBC) (AC-Rumors are swirling around this story and is great fodder for the conspiracy-minded thinker. There are certainly many questions raised in this uncanny series of events.)
3. Canada’s Railroads Lock Out 9,000 Employees as Labor Talks Break Down: Canada’s two main railroads locked out over 9,000 employees Thursday after they were unable to reach new labor deals with a Teamsters union, the start of a work stoppage that threatens to stanch hundreds of millions of dollars in daily cross-border trade and upend North American supply chains. Experts warned the actions would throttle businesses from retailers to automakers and even reach into commuter trains that use tracks operated by the freight railroads. (WSJ) (AC-This development will have far-reaching effects in Canada and the US, from hazardous materials, to grain shipments, meat producers and much more.)
-US Events-
1. RFK Jr. expected to drop out of race by end of week, plans to endorse Trump: Sources cautioned the decision is not yet finalized and could still change, with one possible scenario being discussed is for Kennedy to appear on stage with Trump at an event in Phoenix on Friday. (ABC)
2. 60 violent anti-Israel protesters arrested after second night of DNC descended into chaos: Chicago police arrested around 60 anti-Israel demonstrators on the second night of the Democratic National Convention — many from out of state — when an illegal march following a protest outside the Israeli consulate turned violent. “Last night was a danger to our city, and a danger to our citizens in this city,” Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling said. (NYPost)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Coinbase and Ripple Become Largest Corporate Political Contributors in 2024 US Congressional Races: Major crypto companies, including Coinbase and Ripple, have become the largest corporate political contributors, donating a significant portion of the $248 million to candidates ahead of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. (Decrypt) (AC-Both companies have specific agendas, with Ripple being known for advocating for CBDCs based on their technology.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. The Race To Issue CBDC: A quick glance at this handy CBDC Tracker shows there are four official CBDCs up and running in the world, with the first one launching way back in 2020 when the Bahamas introduced the "Sand Dollar". Other CBDCs include Nigeria's eNaira, which is used by more than 13 million Nigerians, Jamaica's Jam-Dex digital currency, which launched in July 2022, and the Eastern Caribbean Union's DCash, which debuted in April 2021. We're yet to see any major economy launch a CBDC, but imminent possibilities include Sweden, and in the Middle East, Israel is definitely getting closer to the launch of its long-awaited digital Shekel. (UToday)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs attract $39.4m in inflows as Ether ETFs struggle with fifth consecutive day of outflows:Grayscale’s mini Bitcoin trust led the charge with reported inflows of $14.2 million following three days of no activity. Fidelity’s FBTC and Bitwise’s BITB followed next with inflows of $10.7 million and $10 million, respectively. (CryptoNews)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Job Growth Revised Down by 818,000: The Bureau of Labor Statistics' recent revision showed that US job growth for the year ending in March 2024 was weaker than initially reported, with 818,000 fewer jobs added. This significant downward adjustment suggests that the job market was cooling more rapidly than previously believed, averaging about 68,000 fewer jobs per month. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Futures Point to Higher Open: US stock futures edged higher on Thursday as investors anticipated comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, expected later in the week. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. 615 Crypto Scam Sites Dismantled by Australian Regulator: he Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has shut down more than 7,300 phishing and investment scam websites, including 615 targeting cryptocurrency. The regulator noted that collaboration with other agencies and advanced detection techniques have enabled ASIC to swiftly take down scams, contributing to the $1.3 billion in financial losses reported by Australians in 2023. (BitcoinCom)
2. Man sentenced for hacking state registry to fake his own death: A 39-year old man from Somerset, Kentucky, was sentenced to 81 months in federal prison for identity theft and faking his own death in government registry systems. The reason behind the intrusion was to avoid paying child support obligations. (BleepinngComputer)
3. QR Code Scams: TN Attorney General Issues Warning:The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office has issued a QR code scam alert, warning consumers about fraudulent QR codes used in various scams, including fake cryptocurrency investments. Consumers are urged to verify sources, check codes for tampering, and use secure scanner apps. (BitcoinCom)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. The ‘Bitcoin, Not Crypto’ Debate: Why Words Matter: For those new to the space, it might seem that "crypto" and "bitcoin" are interchangeable terms, but they are not. This seemingly minor distinction carries significant weight and implications for understanding the broader ecosystem of cryptographically secured assets. The distinction between bitcoin and other forms of crypto is not just semantic—it's ideological. (Forbes) (AC-This full article is spot-on for explaining the key distinction of Bitcoin vs. Crypto to newcomers to the space. Well-written by a Penn State Professor, bitcoiners might want to copy this article to share with new learners.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 39/100 (Up 10 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-08-20 16:52:53 GMT

BV SITREP 20AUG2024
https://fountain.fm/episode/TLYWIJyZd2NJ9VQ0s3ND

2024-08-19 13:03:11 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 857,473
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 19Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Ukraine Extends Russian Lines Via Kursk Operation / China, Philippines Scrap in SCS Again / Conservative Rioters Overcrowd UK Prisons / Hurricane Ernesto Heads to Nova Scotia / DNC Begins Today in Chicago / Candace Owens Ignites a Fire Over Israel / Winklevoss Wants 'Crypto" Owners to Influence Harris / Venezuela Iron Curtain Falls, Affects Binance / Kazakhstan Jails Crypto Miner / Germans Like Cash Over CBDC / India Central Bank Says CBDCs Could Replace Bank Deposits / Iran Uses ChatGPT to Influence US Elections / X Shuts Down Brazil Office
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $58,168, 23.42 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $60,262 / Lo: $57,864
Vol: $21B (Up 35%)
Mkt Cap: $1.15T (Even)
HashRate: 566 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Even)-Very Low!
Nodes: 19,449
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Ukraine aims to create Kursk ‘buffer zone,’ Zelensky says, as Kyiv’s forces blow up second Russian bridge: Ukrainian forces are inching forward in Kursk amid fighting following the launch of their surprise military operation there nearly two weeks ago. But Ukraine also remains under pressure in its occupied east as Russian forces advance toward a key military hub. The Kursk offensive has left Russia struggling to shore up its own territory. Kyiv seems to have multiple goals with the assault, from boosting morale after a torrid few months to stretching Russia’s resources. (CNN) (AC-The Kursk incursion is low hanging fruit on the geographical front with Russia. Ukraine has extended the front lines, opening up transport lines to drone and other standoff targeting.)
2. Chinese, Philippine ships collide in South China Sea: China accused the Philippine vessels of "deliberately" colliding with the Chinese ship near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal. Manila and Beijing had come to a "provisional arrangement" aimed at ending altercations. (DW) (AC-Even after a joint agreement to keep the peace near the area, strategic objectives of both nations are on the line. The country who backs down first will lose claim and access to the area.)
3. UK: Jailed rioters may trigger prison overcrowding plan: Operation Early Dawn, a contingency that allows defendants waiting for a court appearance to be kept in police cells until prison space is available, could be used. The government announced quick sentencing for those involved in the riots that followed the fatal stabbing of three girls in Southport, leading to hundreds appearing in courts across the UK. (BBC)
-US Events-
1. Hurricane Ernesto continues to strengthen as it heads for Canada: Ernesto continued to gather strength early Monday after regaining hurricane status overnight, according to forecasters who warn it is setting its sights on Canada after striking Bermuda as a Category 1 storm. Ernesto was located about 340 miles south-southeast of Halifax, Nova Scotia. (UPI)
2. Harris arrives in Chicago for Democratic convention: Kamala Harris has arrived in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention (DNC), where she will be formally confirmed as the party's presidential candidate. Ms Harris is expected to join President Biden on stage when he addresses the convention on Monday. Security around the venue is tight ahead of the four-day event, with tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters expected to rally in Chicago. (BBC) (AC- US Media sources are so slanted one way or another that even the facts around the DNC are distorted.)
3. Candace Owens hosted a space show on X last night that had over 1M viewers, where she went 'scorched-earth' on the modern incarnation of Israel. Media outlets are not even covering the dialogue except a few Israeli outlets, obviously condemning the attacks. (Various)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. 50 Million US Crypto Owners Urged to Push Kamala Harris to Fire SEC Chair Before Election: Tyler Winklevoss, co-founder of crypto exchange Gemini, has called on the 50 million American cryptocurrency owners to unite and press Vice President Kamala Harris to fire U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler before the upcoming presidential election in November. He believes this action could end the “war on crypto” and make the crypto issue bipartisan. (BitcoinCom)
2. Venezuelan Government Blocks Binance, Cutting P2P Market Access for Thousands: According to local media, state-owned telecom and internet service provider (ISP) CANTV has blocked access to Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. The measure, potentially affecting thousands, has been taken as part of a series of blocks implemented against other services, applying similar actions against Mercado Libre, Signal, Reddit, and others like X. (BitcoinCom)
3. Kazakhstan Crypto Crackdown Continues: A court in Kazakhstan convicted a defendant accused of illegal cryptocurrency activity and sentenced him to 5 years in prison, as well as confiscation of assets worth $4.19 million. The investigation revealed illegal mining and trading of Bitcoin (BTC), Litecoin (LTC), and Ethereum (ETH) on foreign crypto platforms, as well as the use of Nixmoney, Qiwi, Perfect Money, and Payeer to cash out and purchase real estate and rentals for money laundering. (BitcoinSensus)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Germans Prefer Carrying Cash as CBDC Decision Looms: About half the people in Germany say they can’t even imagine using the digital euro, with privacy concerns and a preference for cash driving these feelings. The report describes a recent trip to the German central bank’s bunker in the town of Cochem, where a group of local retirees expressed skepticism about the possibility of a digital euro. The report noted that the European Central Bank (ECB), which is expected to make a final decision on whether to implement a CBDC late next year, is aware of the concerns around it. (Pymnts)
2. India: Replacement of bank deposits by CBDC an area of key interest for deposit insurers: “For deposit insurers, factors of key interest would be the degree of replacement of bank deposits by CBDC, the division of labour between central and commercial banks and the degree of privacy attached to CBDC usage,” Michael Debabrata Patra, deputy governor of Reserve Bank of India, said in his speech at an event. (CoinGeek) (AC-Jargon-speak for saying the best way to institute CBDCs are to replace bank deposits with CBDCs, especially during a panic.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs Attract Solid Institutional Ownership Growth In Q2: Institutional investment in Bitcoin ETFs is driven by a startling 27% rise in adoption that occurs within the second quarter of 2024. Although institutional interest is high, retail investors own most Bitcoin ETFs. Institutional investors increased to 21% of total AUM in June from 18% in Q1. This development shows that ordinary investors control the market even as institutions gain ground. (Bitcoinist) (AC-BTC ETF investments, either retail or institutional, is not 'adoption' of bitcoin, a peer-to-peer electronic cash system.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin’s negative correlation with SPX deepens amid current market trends: There has been ongoing rallies in both the S&P 500 (SPX) and gold. Gold continues to hit all-time highs (ATHs), while the SPX trades just 2% below its ATH, showcasing a strong performance. Notably, Bitcoin and the SPX are negatively correlated, a pattern that has emerged since late June. (CyrptoSlate)
2. US Equities Post Best Week Since 2023: Stocks in the US finished higher on Friday, as the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq added 0.2% each, the Dow Jones gained 96 points, building on Thursday’s strong rally. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. OpenAI Blocks Iranian Influence Operation Using ChatGPT for U.S. Election Propaganda: OpenAI on Friday said it banned a set of accounts linked to what it said was an Iranian covert influence operation that leveraged ChatGPT to generate content that, among other things, focused on the upcoming U.S. presidential election. OpenAI said its ChatGPT tool was used to create comments in English and Spanish, which were then posted on a dozen accounts on X and one on Instagram. (HackerNews) (AC-Iran uses a US-based AI company to create influence posts for social media to affect US election outcomes. This is Fifth Generation Warfare (5GW) being conducted on the US population.)
-Technology and Science-
1. X Shuts Down Brazil Operations After ‘Threats’ from Justice de Moraes, But Social Media Remains Accessible: X has now shut down its offices and operations in Brazil after it claimed that it received "threats" from Brazilian Supreme Court Minister, Alexandre de Moraes. It is known that X refused to censor the said controversial content in Brazil, gaining notoriety against the country's judicial body. Despite its office closing down, X claimed that its service would still be accessible in Brazil and would continue the social media experience for its residents. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Mining Profitability Fell to All Time Lows in August, JPMorgan Analyst Says: Mining profitability fell to all time lows as the network hashrate rose in the first two weeks of August, the report said. U.S. miners' share of the Bitcoin network hashrate rose to a new record high of 26%, the bank said. The bank noted that the network hashrate has risen about 1% so far this month. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 28/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Although bitcoiners know the difference between 'crypto' and bitcoin, most news organizations do not, often conflating the two. In our aggregation of facts in the DIB, there will often exist bias and ignorance in the media reports. We can't filter it all out nor do we want to, but where we can we will footnote it in the analyst comments.
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2024-08-13 13:23:43 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 856,590
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Ukraine Holds Section of Kursk / British Immigration Riots Peak, New Knife Killing of Girl / Bangladesh Charges Ex-PM With Murder / Musk and Trump Riff on X After Tech Issues Delay / Chokepoint 2.0 In Effect / Zimbabwe To End Dollar Use / BTC More Volatile on Weekends / DEFCon Hacks Voting Machines, Again / China Chases NVIDIA / MARA Prints "Made in USA" on Blocks / Technology Can Fix Election Honesty
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $58,856, 23.89 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $60,680 / Lo: $57,860
Vol: $32B (Up 10%)
Mkt Cap: $1.16T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 575 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Down 55%)
Nodes: 19,623
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Top Ukrainian commander says his forces now control almost 390 square miles of Russia’s Kursk region: “The troops are fulfilling their tasks. Fighting continues actually along the entire front line. The situation is under our control,” Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi said. (AP)
2. Britain is hoping its riots have peaked. But the far right is lingering, and more trouble could lie ahead: It was meant to be another night of violence at the hands of the far right. A list of target addresses for far-right protests, seen by CNN, had been circulating on Telegram channels and then on social media for days, raising alarm that the racist attacks on Muslims and asylum seekers over the weekend would return. Wednesday felt like a turning point after a string of violence that had put a country on edge and thrown its new government into a sudden crisis. (CNN)
3. UK: Man stabbed girl, 11, eight times, court told: A 32-year-old man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after an 11-year-old girl was stabbed in London’s Leicester Square on Monday. Ioan Pintaru, a Romanian national with no fixed address, is also charged with possession of a bladed article. (AP)
4. Bangladesh's ex-PM investigated for murder: A murder investigation has been opened into Bangladesh's ex-premier Sheikh Hasina over the police killing of a man during civil unrest last month. Six other top figures in the previous government are also being investigated following weeks of deadly unrest in the capital Dhaka. Ms Hasina resigned and left the country earlier this month, fleeing to New Delhi, India after political unrest destabilized the government. (BBC)
-US Events-
1. Musk hosts friendly chat with Trump on X after tech delays: The conversation, in which Mr Musk asked friendly questions on subjects such as immigration and inflation, began more than 40 minutes late as many users struggled to gain access. The two men touched on a range of issues, from the assassination attempt on Trump last month at a Pennsylvania rally, to his wanting the US to get an "Iron Dome" missile defence system like the one in Israel as well as immigration, a key plank of his campaign. As many users struggled to access the livestream, Mr Musk blamed "a massive DDoS attack on X" for the problems in a post. (BBC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Tyler Winklevoss Warns Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Remains in Full Swing: Tyler Winklevoss, co-founder of U.S.-based exchange Gemini and VC firm Winklevoss Capital, has alerted about the ongoing status of Operation Chokepoint 2.0, a plan directed to difficult banking access to crypto companies. Winklevoss’ remarks come after the Federal Reserve found Customers Bank, a crypto-friendly bank, had “deficiencies” in compliance with anti-money laundering requirements. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Zimbabwe to Unveil Roadmap to End Dollar Use, Cabinet Says: Zimbabwe’s cabinet said it has approved a roadmap to abandon US dollars in favor of its bullion-backed currency in transactions, a strategy that Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube may unveil next week. “On modalities to operationalize the ZiG CBDC currency as legal tender for use in the economy, a dedollarization roadmap is now in place,” (Bloomberg)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin risks ‘sharp weekend price swings’ as ETFs suck up liquidity: Bitcoin has become more susceptible to wild weekend volatility since the launch of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETF) in the United States, according to Kaiko Research. In an Aug. 12 report, Kaiko’s crypto analysts noted Bitcoin’s liquidity has become more concentrated on weekdays, particularly in BTC/US dollar markets. (CoinTelegraph)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Factory Gate Prices Expected to Rise Moderately: Factory gate prices in the US are projected to have risen by 0.2% month-over-month in July 2024, maintaining the same pace as in June. The core producer price index, which excludes volatile categories like food and energy, is also expected to increase by 0.2%, a slowdown from the previous month's 0.4% rise. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Futures Mixed Ahead PPI Data: US futures were mixed on Tuesday as investors awaited key inflation data. S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures ticked up slightly, while Dow Jones futures fell over 100 points. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. The nation’s best hackers found vulnerabilities in voting machines — but no time to fix them: Organizers and participants at the DEF CON Voting Village found cyber vulnerabilities in everything from voting machines to e-poll books, but there is no time before the November elections to fully implement their findings. “If you don’t think this kind of place is running 24/7 in China, Russia, you’re kidding yourselves,” Harri Hursti said, gesturing around the room of voting equipment. “We are here only for two and a half days, and we find stuff…it would be stupid to assume that the adversaries don’t have absolute access to everything.” (Politico) (AC-See AC below)
-Technology and Science-
1. Huawei Readies New Chip to Challenge Nvidia, Surmounting U.S. Sanctions: Chinese internet companies and telecommunications operators have been testing Huawei’s latest processor, called Ascend 910C, in recent weeks, according to people familiar with the matter. Huawei told potential clients that the new chip is comparable to Nvidia’s H100, which was introduced last year and isn’t directly available in China, the people said. (WSJ)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Marathon Digital stamps ‘Made in USA’ on Bitcoin blocks mined: Marathon Digital CEO Fred Thiel underscored the company’s commitment to labeling blocks made in the US with a stamp. According to Thiel, every block mined by their MARA Pool in the United States will be stamped “Made in USA.” (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 31/100 (Up 6 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): With election season in full swing in the US, every aspect of electoral process is clouded in purposeful confusion. The candidate narratives, media coverage, social media spin, election process and legal aspects of the US election are as clear as mud. Within this confusion lies the opportunity to design and steer the results in a direction that does not suit the citizen voter. The democratic process is broken in the US and faith in the system is at a low. As with many problems, technology often provides an actual solution if human nature would concede. The latest guest on the Bitcoin Veterans podcast outlined a system now in use in Guatemala that uses checks and balances, combined with immutable confirmation on the Bitcoin blockchain to implement one of the most honest elections held in the world. The time is ripe to explore such a hopeful project and prepare for the dishonest broker onslaught in the US. For an introduction, consider watching the short film: https://film.simpleproof.com/
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2024-08-09 20:01:48 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 856,030
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Russia Struggles on New Front / New Bangladeshi Leader Sworn In / Venezuela's Maduro Bans X / Polls Show Harris Takes Lead Over Trump / States Sue to Stop Immigrant Health Care / Can Trump Control the Fed? / Dems 'Crypto for Harris' Launched / 'Chokepoint 2.0' Underway / Putin Legalizes Bitcoin Mining / CBOE Files for BTC Options / BTC, Stocks Rebound / MSFT, Palantir Team Up for DoD AI Project
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $60,757, 24.96 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $62,673 / Lo: $56,740
Vol: $43B (Up 12%)
Mkt Cap: $1.2T (Up 6%)
HashRate: 596 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Down 20%)
Nodes: 19,693
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Russia struggles to repel deep incursion by Ukraine on fourth day of cross-border attack: Mykhaylo Zhyrokhov, a military analyst, told the BBC that Russia had been forced to redeploy some troops to the Kursk region from the front line in eastern Ukraine. Elsewhere today, Ukraine's military says it's hit a military airfield deep inside Russia, destroying guided bombs stored in warehouses. The Ukrainian military reports a huge blaze and multiple detonations at the Lipetsk airfield, more than 350km (217 miles) from Ukraine's border. (BBC) (AC-The surprise front and deep attacks by Ukraine are putting Russian forces on a reactionary footing, while taking pressure off the front lines of Russian efforts within Ukraine.)
2. Interim leader Muhammad Yunus takes the helm in Bangladesh, to seek peace and prepare elections: The key tasks for Yunus now are restoring peace in Bangladesh and preparing for new elections following the ouster of Hasina, who fled to India after weeks of student protests over job quotas grew into an uprising against her increasingly autocratic 15-year rule. (AP)
3. Venezuela's Maduro blocks X access in country for 10 days: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Thursday took tensions with social media platform X and its owner Elon Musk to new heights, banning the platform in the South American country for 10 days amid furore over a disputed presidential election. Maduro said he signed a resolution presented by regulator Conatel which "has decided to take social network X, formerly known as Twitter, out of circulation for 10 days" and accused Musk of inciting hate, civil war, and death. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. Polls show Kamala Harris moving ahead of Donald Trump in 2024 US election: As Kamala Harris named Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor, as her running mate, recent polls showed the vice-president moving ahead of Donald Trump in the race for the White House. Among recent national head-to-head polls, SurveyUSA put Harris up three points ahead of Trump, 48%-45%; August polls in the seven battleground states where the election is expected to be decided presented a more mixed picture. (TheGuardian) (AC-Polls have been notoriously suspect over the last few election cycles.)
2. 15 states sue to block Biden’s effort to help migrants in US illegally get health coverage: Fifteen states filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against the Biden administration over a rule that is expected to allow 100,000 immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children to enroll next year in the federal Affordable Care Act’s health insurance. (AP)
3. Trump’s Plans Stir Fears for Fed Independence, Inflation: Donald Trump’s assertion that as president he should have more say over how the Federal Reserve sets interest rates would, if carried out, reverse a longstanding custom by which the central bank enjoys political autonomy to fight inflation with often unpopular rate increases. (WSJ)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Democrats Launch 'Crypto for Harris': Senior White House officials have reportedly engaged with cryptocurrency leaders to discuss industry concerns, facilitated by Representative Ro Khanna. This initiative continues the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to engage with the crypto sector. Additionally, the Democrats have launched a “Crypto for Harris” initiative to help Vice President Kamala Harris gain support from the cryptocurrency community. (BitcoinCom)
2. Federal Reserve Cites Significant Deficiencies in Customers Bancorp’s AML Compliance: The U.S. Federal Reserve Board has found “significant deficiencies” in Customers Bancorp, Inc.’s management of risk and adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. These issues, particularly troubling for the bank known for its crypto-friendly stance, were detailed in an enforcement action filed on Thursday. One crypto advocate added: 'The Fed and FDIC are systematically dismantling all crypto-friendly banks one after the next.' (BitcoinCom) (AC-Dubbed 'Chokepoint 2.0', the second major administrative effort to restrict or stop US financial institutions from supporting crypto or bitcoin transactions seems to have begun. The effort seeks drive any digital asset activity only through designated and co-opted institutions.)
3. Putin Signs Law Legalizing Cryptocurrency Mining in Russia: According to a report by Russian news agency TASS, the law introduces several key concepts, including digital currency mining, mining pools, and mining infrastructure operators. Mining activities are now recognized by Russia as part of turnover rather than the issuance of digital currency. (BitcoinMag)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. CBOE re-files for spot Bitcoin ETF options in sign SEC may be engaging: Bloomberg Intelligence analyst James Seyfarrt said he expected options on spot Bitcoin ETFs to become available in Q4. “Final deadline for SEC decision is ~Sept. 21 but there's more steps needed after that from OCC and CFTC. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Set for Weekly Rise: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note eased toward 3.95% on Friday, but was still set to rise for the week as better-than-expected US labor market data allayed fears of a recession, prompting markets to rotate back into riskier assets. (TradingEconomics)
2. Bitcoin Climbs Back Above $60K: Bitcoin rallied more than 10% to above $60,000, hitting a one-week high as better-than-expected US jobless claims data allayed fears of a looming economic downturn, prompting investors to get back into risk assets. (TradingEconomics)
3. Wall Street Rebounds Firmly: US stocks staged a strong rebound on Wednesday as positive labor market data alleviated fears of a significant economic slowdown following Monday's sharp sell-off. The S&P 500 climbed 2.3% to mark its best day since November 2022, the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 surged 3.1% and the Dow Jones jumped 683 points. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. New Crypto Scam Targets Users via QR Codes, $120K Lost: The scam follows a specific pattern designed to exploit user trust. The scammer proposes an over-the-counter (OTC) transaction, which is a direct transfer of tokens from one wallet to another, instead of going through an exchange. This type of transaction has a great exchange rate, higher than the market rate, to get the victim’s attention. To gain further trust, the scammer offers a small amount in USDT, a stablecoin tied to the dollar, and proposes a commission in TRX, the Tron network token, in exchange for future long-term cooperation. (BitcoinSensus)
-Technology and Science-
1. ChatGPT’s controversial advanced voice mode is finally here: ChatGPT is about to get even chattier. OpenAI announced this week that it will finally start rolling out a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature that allows the chatbot to engage in real-time voice conversations with its users. (CoinGeek)
2. Microsoft and Palantir to Upgrade AI in Defense and National Security: Through this new collaboration, Palantir's technologies will be integrated with Microsoft's Azure cloud computing services, including advanced language models like GPT-4 from OpenAI. Military, intelligence, and national security agencies will be able to harness the power of cloud-based AI while maintaining the necessary levels of security and control required for their critical missions. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 48/100 (Up 28 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Media reporting is fixated on the US Presidential election season. Since world and US events seem to be stabilized following the economic turmoil of Monday, media has turned back to the political conflict of 'democracy'. Meanwhile the time distance from Trump's assassination attempt is working to keep it from people's minds and answers are still out of reach. The theater of media and politics continue to drive wedges between citizens and keep us from finding common ground. The antidote is local community work and neighborhood networks. Love on your neighbors this weekend.
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2024-08-08 13:24:12 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 855,897
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 08Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Ukraine Forces Advance Into Russian Territory / IDF Abuse at Detention Camp Draws Ire / Iran Issues NOTAMs / Debby Hits Landfall Again / Judge Rules in SEC-Ripple XRP Case / New Org, USABTC Promotes Gov. Centralization of Bitcoin / mBridge CBDC Starts MVPs / El Salvador Negotiates With IMF / CISA, FBI Warn of Election DDoS Attacks
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $57,302, 23.73 oz Gold, .13 Median US House
24hr Hi: $57,652 / Lo: $54,620
Vol: $39B (Down 13%)
Mkt Cap: $1.13T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 613 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 19,732
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Ukrainian forces have made confirmed advances up to 10 kilometers into Russia's Kursk Oblast amid continued mechanized offensive operations on Russian territory on August 7: The Kremlin's response has so far been contradictory, as Russian officials are attempting to balance presenting the effort as a notable Ukrainian escalation with avoiding overstating its potential implications and risking domestic discontent. Ukrainian forces reportedly used a first-person view (FPV) drone to down a Russian Mi-28 helicopter over Kursk Oblast, indicating that Ukrainian forces continue to successfully adapt their drone capabilities. (UnderstandingWar) (AC-The push by Ukraine is large and apparently unexpected. Since Kursk Oblast is technically Russian territory, the incursion marks a significant turn of events in the war.)
2. State Dept calls for Israel to investigate allegations of ‘horrific’ sexual abuse of Palestinian detainees: The statement comes after Israeli media obtained leaked surveillance video that allegedly showed Israeli soldiers sexually assaulting a Palestinian detainee at Sde Teiman base in Israel’s Negev desert. (CNN)
3. Iran warns airlines to avoid its airspace for 3 hours on Thursday over military drills, Egypt says: The warning comes amid soaring tensions in the region following last week’s assassination of Hamas’ leader in Tehran. The Egyptian ministry said the warning came in a notice sent by Iran to all commercial airlines. The ministry said the ban from Iranian airspace was to last for three hours, 4:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. on Thursday. (AP)
-US Events-
1. Tropical Storm Debby makes second landfall in South Carolina, heavy rain expected up the East Coast: The National Hurricane Center says Debby came ashore early Thursday near Bulls Bay, South Carolina. The storm is expected to keep moving inland, spreading heavy rain and possible flooding all the way up through the mid-Atlantic and the Northeast by the weekend. (AP)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Ripple Scores Partial Victory in SEC Battle: The SEC had accused Ripple of conducting an unregistered securities offering by selling its XRP token. The agency sought a hefty $2 billion penalty, arguing that XRP should be classified as a security rather than a digital currency. While the court found that certain sales of XRP did indeed constitute securities offerings, it also determined that XRP itself is not a security. The ruling also imposed a $125 million civil penalty on Ripple and enjoined the company from future securities law violations. (DailyCoin) (AC- XRP is up 26% on the news)
2. USABTC seeks to establish Bitcoin tax-free zone for digital economy growth: The initiative, spearheaded by the newly formed USABTC policy group, advocates for the tax-free Digital Economic Zone (DEZ) where Bitcoin can be traded and accumulated without capital gains taxes but with a tax on redemption. USABTC says the exit tax on Bitcoin conversions back to traditional currency could provide a new revenue stream for the government, which could benefit both the federal and state treasuries.
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Global CBDC Platform, mBridge, Launches Minimum Viable Project (MVP), Invites International Participation: The initiative was founded by the central banks of Thailand, Hong Kong, China, and the United Arab Emirates, and it operates under the umbrella of the Hong Kong BIS Innovation Hub. Participants include: International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, and 23 central banks from across the world. (Bitcoinke) (AC-mBridge is one to watch, as this one has large global support and structure.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. El Salvador and IMF Advance Talks on Bitcoin Risk Mitigation and Economic Reforms: The IMF has reported progress in negotiations with El Salvador on policies to strengthen public finances, boost bank reserves, improve governance, and address bitcoin risks. Although many BTC risks haven’t materialized for El Salvador, the IMF stated that both parties agree on the need for enhanced transparency and measures to ensure fiscal and financial stability. (BitcoinCom)
2. Metaplanet Secures 1 Billion Yen Loan to Buy Bitcoins, the Best Yen Carry Trade?: Public-listed Japanese firm Metaplanet has doubled down on its Bitcoin acquisition strategy by securing an additional loan of 1 billion Japanese Yen earlier today. This move comes a day after the company announced its plan to conduct a $68 million stock rights offering for BTC acquisition. (CoinGape) (AC-MSTR playbook)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Futures Swing, Volatility Persists: US futures swung around the flatline on Thursday, following losses in the previous session, as volatility persists and traders remain concerned about the economic outlook and the potential of a big slowdown in the US. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. CISA, FBI warn of potential DDoS attacks on 2024 elections: The agencies said DDoS attacks targeting election infrastructure “could prevent a voter from accessing websites containing information about where and how to vote, online election services like voter registration, or unofficial election results.” “They may cause some minor disruptions or prevent the public from receiving timely information,” she said. “It is important to talk about these potential issues now, because nefarious actors, like our foreign adversaries or cybercriminals, could use DDoS incidents to cast doubt on the election systems or processes.” (TheRecord) (AC-Highly expected)
2. WazirX to reverse trades after $235M crypto hack: The Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX is planning to restore the balances of all platform accounts following the halt of withdrawals caused by a $235 million hack in July 2024. “All users will have their portfolio balances on the WazirX platform restored to what they were on July 18, 2024,” the announcement said. The first reports on WazirX’s $234.9 million hack surfaced on July 18, detecting “multiple suspicious transactions” involving WazirX’s Safe Multisig wallet on Ethereum. (CoinTelegraph)
-Technology and Science-
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-Bitcoin Community-
1. Stripe Partners with Bitstamp to Boost EU Crypto Adoption: Stripe has teamed up with Bitstamp, a cryptocurrency exchange, to help it grow in the EU. The plan is to make it easier for customers to switch between traditional currency and crypto. They’ve created a widget that users can adjust to suit their needs allowing for quick transactions and currency changes. The new widget will support various cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Stellar (XLM), and USD Coin (USDC). (BitcoinSensus)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 20/100 (Down 9 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The USABTC article is highly suspect. In an attempt to portray Bitcoin as a lifeboat for the US Dollar and the economy, the organization is proposing a Digital Economic Zone (DEZ) where deposited BTC can be held without capital gains, until withdrawn. The language on the website (.org) seems pro-Bitcoin but in effect has the effect of centralizing Bitcoin holdings, issuing IOUs for them, and taxing them upon redemption. The effort is in opposition to the USG using Bitcoin as a reserve asset which they consider unattainable. Upon initial observation, this effort seems like an elaborate centralization and possible rug-pull by unknown actors.
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2024-08-07 15:42:35 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 855,761
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 07Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Foe of Ousted PM Installed in Bangladesh / Hamas Names Oct 7th Architect New Political Leader / Still No Iranian Attack / Harris Names MN Gov Walz as VP Pick / Quakes Hit SOCAL / US Arrests Assassination Plotter / Harris Stance on Crypto, Bitcoin Still Unclear / Bitcoin Action Shakes Out Lettuce Hands, Big Boys Scoop Up / Barefoot CEO Says Wars To Be Fought Over Blockspace
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $56,952, 23.76 oz Gold, .13 Median US House
24hr Hi: $57,726 / Lo: $54,486
Vol: $44B (Down 37%)
Mkt Cap: $1.12T (Up 3%)
HashRate: 510 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Down 60%)
Nodes: 19,705
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Nobel Peace Prize winner to lead Bangladesh interim government: Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus - a longtime political foe of Bangladesh's ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina - has been named the country's interim leader. The 84-year-old was appointed a day after Ms Hasina fled the country following weeks of deadly protests that brought her resignation. (BBC)
2. Hamas names Oct. 7 architect Yahya Sinwar new political leader: Israel has publicly accused Sinwar of being the “mastermind” behind Hamas’ terror attack against Israel on October 7 – though experts say he is likely one of several – making him one of the key targets of its war in Gaza. He has remained at large in the vast warren of tunnels trenched beneath Gaza, moving frequently and possibly surrounded by hostages as human shields, US officials believe. Sinwar has not been seen in public since October 7. (CNN) (AC-This move will derail any serious peace talks between Israel and Hamas, and hasten the targeting of Sinwar.)
3. Iranian attack on Israel later than expected, may come on Thursday or Friday: The wait for Iran's retaliatory response to the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, attributed to Israel, is taking longer than the United States initially anticipated, sources familiar with American intelligence told the Saudi state-owned Al Arabiya. (JerusalemPost)
-US Events-
1. Vice President Kamala Harris introduced Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate Tuesday, praising the former high-school teacher and football coach with a progressive streak as a homespun leader who inspires people to “dream big.” A two-term governor and current chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, Walz could be especially helpful in the battleground states of Wisconsin and Michigan. (WSJ)
2. Magnitude 5.2 earthquake rattles Southern California: The quake, which struck at a depth of around 6 miles just after 9 p.m., was approximately 7.6 miles west northwest of Mettler in Kern County, nearly 19 miles south of Bakersfield and 89 miles north of downtown Los Angeles. (KTLA)
3. US charges Iran-linked Pakistani over political assassination plot: Asif Merchant traveled to New York in June seeking to hire a hitman to kill a politician or a US government official in revenge for the 2020 assassination of a senior Iranian military commander, according to a statement issued by the US Justice Department. (AlJazeerah)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Kamala Harris's Recent Appointments Hint at a Potential Shift on Crypto: Kamala Harris's stance on crypto remains unclear as she campaigns for the presidency. Recent appointments, such as David Plouffe, a former member of the Binance Global Advisory Board, as her senior adviser for strategy, suggest a potential shift towards a more favorable approach. Brian Nelson, a former undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence at the U.S. Treasury Department, has also been recruited, with a focus on regulating illicit activities without stifling innovation. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Self-Sovereign Decentralized Identity Is Key To Retail CBDC Adoption: Alongside adoption, hurdles include the need for a digital currency to maintain personal privacy for individual users. Because blockchains act as immutable, permanent ledgers of all transaction activity, there is a real risk of personal history being collected and used in unsavory ways. Users would be more exposed than ever to data harvesting and the risks of government surveillance. What’s needed is a Self-Sovereign decentralized identity, or SSDID, powered by blockchain and smart contracts. (Forbes)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Crypto investment products saw $528 million in net weekly outflows amid recession fears: The outflows were “a reaction to fears of a recession in the US, geopolitical concerns and consequent broader market liquidations across most asset classes,” CoinShares Head of Research James Butterfill said. “The price correction from Friday’s close saw $10 billion wiped off total ETP AUM.” (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Stocks Bounce Back After 3-Day Rout: US equities staged a robust recovery on Tuesday, bouncing back after a three-day selloff that had erased a considerable portion of the market's 2024 gains. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq were up 1.5% each and the Dow Jones gained 550 points as investors took a pause from recession fears. Japanese stocks also had a standout day, soaring 10.2%. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Mortgage Rates Fall to 2023-Lows: The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) fell by 27bps to 6.55% in the week ended August 2nd, 2024, the lowest since the first week of May 2023. (TradingEconomics) (AC-Every move in markets have opportunities and threats.)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
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-Technology and Science-
1. Meet the Long-Shot Candidate Letting AI Run His Campaign: Thomas Ross is using artificial intelligence to run his campaign after winning the nomination of the U.S. Transhumanist Party in May 2023. In fact, he has named his generative AI chatbot Emvee, and takes its advice. “I use Emvee for strategy specifically,” Ross told Decrypt in an interview, noting that the name comes from a character in his science fiction novel series. He is keenly aware of his infinitesimal chances of success in November. But he said the point of running is to raise awareness of transhumanism and fight back against misinformation about AI. (Decrypt)
2. Rumors Elon Musk’s X nears payment system launch, battles advertisers in court: On Aug. 5, it was revealed that X was developing a “Payments” button for its navigation bar. The button, located just below the bookmarks tab, may allow users to access balances, make transfers, and conduct other transactions. In a parallel development, X has filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against an advertising industry coalition and its members, including CVS Health, Mars, Orsted, and Unilever. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Barefoot Mining CEO: Wars Will Be Fought Over Bitcoin Blockspace: Bob Burnett, CEO of Barefoot Mining, a bitcoin mining company providing off-grid “wild” mining services, has declared that wars will be fought over Bitcoin blockspace. In a recent interview, Burnett stated that as bitcoin becomes critical to companies and nation-states, the value of Bitcoin blockspace will be treated as an essential scarce commodity. "If we’re on a path to Bitcoin being the base layer of money, now Bitcoin is existential to all the financial services companies and government. We can probably debate the time frame, but we are on a path where wars will be fought over control of those 53,000 blocks." he said. (BitcoinCom)
2. Bitcoin Whales Increased Holdings During Crypto Market Mayhem, but ETF Investors Didn't Buy the Dip: Bitcoin wallets holding between 1,000 and 10,000 BTC increased their holdings while prices slid over the past few days, while those owning less than 1 BTC were sellers, IntoTheBlock data shows. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 29/100 (Up 12 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Overall reporting shows that the drop in BTC price has led to accumulation of BTC by larger wallets and institutions, while smaller 'investors' have been sellers. Bitcoin “permanent holder addresses” have accumulated nearly $23 billion of the asset over the past month, according to on-chain data. The shakeout has given smarter entities the chance to pick up discounted BTC. Bitcoin HODLers have known this was a good buying opportunity, but then again, so is today. (Not investment advice)
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2024-08-06 13:39:11 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 855,646
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 06Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Rockets Hit US Base in Al Asad, Iraq / UN Fires Staff for Oct 7th Role in Massacre / Biden Convenes NatSec Council / Maduro To Investigate Opposition Leaders for Crimes / VP Harris Gets Dem Nomination / Hurricane Debby Floods Florida, Georgia / Binance Hit with $86M Tax Bill in India / Thailand Models CBDC, UBI Plan / Global Markets Rebound / US Begins Treasury Buyback / Google Hit With Antitrust Ruling / CA Puts Car Titles on New Blockchain / Swan Cancels PB Fest '24
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $54,055, 23.04 oz Gold, .13 Median US House
24hr Hi: $56,271 / Lo: $49,578
Vol: $68B (Down 21%)
Mkt Cap: $1.09T (Up 9%)
HashRate: 624 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 11 sats/vBtye (Up 90%)
Nodes: 19,594
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. US personnel wounded in attack against base in Iraq: At least five U.S. personnel were injured in an attack against a military base in Iraq on Monday, U.S. officials told Reuters, as the Middle East braced for a possible new wave of attacks by Iran and its allies following last week's killing of senior members of militant groups Hamas and Hezbollah. Two Katyusha rockets were fired at al Asad airbase in western Iraq, two Iraqi security sources said. One Iraqi security source said the rockets fell inside the base. (Reuters)
2. Nine UNRWA staff to be fired for potential role in 7 October attacks on Israel: The UN said on Monday that nine staff working for its Palestine refugee agency UNRWA will be sacked because they may have been involved in the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attacks against Israel. 1,200 people were killed and another 250 were taken to Gaza as hostages. (UNAffairs)
3. Biden meets national security team as fears of Iran attack on Israel grow: US President Joe Biden met his senior national security team on Monday as concerns of a possible Iranian retaliatory attack on Israel grew. Biden said he had been briefed on preparations to support Israel should it be attacked, while Secretary of State Antony Blinken said officials were working "around the clock" to prevent an escalation. (BBC)
4. Venezuela launches criminal investigation into opposition figures: Venezuela’s Public Ministry has opened a criminal investigation into presidential candidate Edmundo González Urrutia and opposition leader María Corina Machado, the country’s Attorney General Tarek William Saab said in a statement on Monday. Venezuela’s opposition and multiple other nations have refused to recognize Maduro’s victory in the July 28 vote until the release of the full vote tally. (CNN) (AC-The headlines from Venezuela and the US seem to be interchangeable, only the names change)
-US Events-
1. Kamala Harris earns majority of Democratic roll call votes, achieving historic presidential nomination: The roll call, which concluded on Monday evening, still needs to be certified by Convention Secretary Jason Rae, according to the statement, but the announcement makes Harris's historic nomination effectively official. (ABC)
2. Debby Weakens to Tropical Storm, Four People Confirmed Dead: Debby was downgraded to a tropical storm Monday afternoon after hitting Florida with heavy rain and leaving four dead. The storm is expected to inundate the Southeast with historic rain and catastrophic flooding over the next few days. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday afternoon three people were killed in traffic accidents and a fourth was killed as a result of a tree that fell on a roof. (WSJ)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Binance Is 'Cooperating' With Indian Authorities on $86 Million Tax Bill: Binance is facing a significant tax challenge in India after the country’s tax authorities issued a notice demanding a Goods and Services Tax (GST) payment of $86 million. The Directorate General of GST Intelligence alleges that Binance collected fees from Indian customers for trading virtual digital assets without remitting the appropriate taxes, according to a local news outlet. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Thailand may tell us a great deal about the future of money: The Thai government has initiated a programme to distribute money to low-income households through digital wallets. About 50mn Thais who fall below certain income and savings thresholds will get about $280 each, roughly half of monthly per capita income. The Thai transfer programme already has some features of a CBDC. (FT) (AC-The Thai government is showing the world how CBDCs will be instituted, primarily through low-income grants and UBI programs first. The eventually mandated as the primary currency where the programmable features are implemented, decreasing freedom of currency usage.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Hedge Fund Capula Reveals $420 Million in Bitcoin ETF Holdings: London-based hedge fund Capula Management has disclosed in a regulatory filing that it has invested over $420 million in Bitcoin through exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The hedge fund purchased shares of Fidelity's Wise Origin Bitcoin Trust and BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust, making its total investment worth $422 million. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Global markets jittery after sharp share price falls: Stock markets in Europe remained unsettled on Tuesday despite a rebound in Japan which almost reversed record falls at the start of the week. Overnight, Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index jumped by 10.23%, or 3,217 points in its biggest one day gain in points, after the previous day's plummet. Experts says this was in reaction to fears of a US economic slowdown. A rare interest rate cut in Japan is also believed to have played a part. (BBC)
2. US 10-Year Yield Rises as Traders Assess Outlook: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note rose above 3.8% on Tuesday after hitting an over one-year low of 3.67% in the previous session, as investors weighed risks of a US recession. A weak jobs report released on Friday stoked fears of an economic downturn, prompting traders to rush for safe-haven assets including US Treasuries. (TradingEconomics)
3. US Commences $50B Treasury Buyback, 50 bps Fed Rate Cut Odds Surge: On Tuesday, August 6, 2024, the United States will kickstart the ambitious Treasury buyback program. This initiative aims at purchasing $50 billion worth of Treasury securities by the end of October. Moreover, it comes at a crucial juncture as the U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to announce an emergency interest rate cut soon. (CoinGape)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. North Korean Hackers Moonstone Sleet Push Malicious JS Packages to npm Registry: The North Korea-linked threat actor known as Moonstone Sleet has continued to push malicious npm packages to the JavaScript package registry with the aim of infecting Windows systems, underscoring the persistent nature of their campaigns. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. Google Found to Hold an Illegal Monopoly in Antitrust Case: Google has lost an antitrust lawsuit over its search arrangements on smartphone devices, with a federal judge ruling that the tech giant has illegally held a monopoly in search and text advertising over the past decade. (Breitbart)
2. California DMV digitizes 42 million car titles on the blockchain: The DMV has partnered with blockchain startup Oxhead Alpha, the first step was creating digital tokens for the 42 million car titles on the blockchain, which the DMV has already completed. It’s currently building a mobile app that Californians can use to access their records and initiate title transfers from the comfort of their homes, a first in the U.S. The app is expected to go live in the first half of 2025. With blockchain’s decentralization and immutability, car owners will likely detect any lien fraud quickly. According to vehicle data firm Carfax, there are over 800,000 cases of title washing alone, which is the fraudulent concealment of pertinent car information from a buyer. (CoinGeek)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Swan Bitcoin Cancels Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024: Swan Bitcoin has canceled its highly anticipated Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024, which was set to take place in October in Santa Monica, California. The decision comes after recent staff cuts and a shift back to the company’s core business. (BitcoinSensus)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 17/100 (Down 9 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Even with the bounceback in global equities, the USG is looking to stabilize markets and prevent FUD around the US economy, especially before an election. The Treasury buyback is timed to provide some liquidity both here and abroad during this time of uncertainty. The follow-on actions expected are the Fed interest rate reduction, further increasing liquidity. Simple economic mechanics forecast increasing inflation to result in the following 6-12 months.
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2024-08-02 13:32:49 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 855,084
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 02Aug24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: F-16 Jets Land in Ukraine / Bomb in Tehran House Planted Months Ago / Maduro Clamping Down in Venezuela / WSJ Reporter Arrives in US / Fires Continue in the West / 9-11 Masterminds Get Plea Deal / UK Pushes Wholesale CBDC and Russia Pushes Retail CBDC / Earnings Reports for BTC Companies, Block Wins, Mara Hurts / Scams Target Hodlers
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $64,701, 26.26 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $65,593 / Lo: $62,248
Vol: $39B (Up 10%)
Mkt Cap: $1.27T (Even)
HashRate: 608 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Down 50%)
Nodes: 18,299
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. F-16 fighter jets land in Ukraine to bolster defence against Russia: Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Norway – all NATO members – had committed to providing Ukraine with more than 60 planes. That number is dwarfed by the Russian jet fleet, which is estimated to be about 10 times larger. (AlJazeera)
2. Bomb Smuggled Into Tehran Guesthouse Months Ago Killed Hamas Leader: The bomb had been hidden approximately two months ago in the guesthouse, according to five of the Middle Eastern officials. The guesthouse is run and protected by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps and is part of a large compound, known as Neshat, in an upscale neighborhood of northern Tehran. (NYT)
3. Venezuela Election Fallout Unclear: Media reports are mixed coming from Venezuela. Maduro has said on video that he will not release the final results from the election due to "Elon Musk hacking the results". Meanwhile, multiple reports state that mass arrests of opposition supporters are being conducted across the country, and videos are surfacing of tortured citizens. Another report has 32 flights of Cuban Revolutionary Forces (The Black Wasps) patrolling the country, quelling rebellion. (Various, Twitter)
-US Events-
1. Freed Evan Gershkovich Arrives in the U.S.: Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich stepped back onto U.S. soil to a hero’s welcome from President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris late Thursday, capping a lengthy wrongful detainment and conviction in Russia that culminated in the most complex prisoner swap between Western allies and Russia since the Cold War. Former Marine Paul Whelan was also released. The prisoner swap, the largest since the Cold War, included the exchange of 24 prisoners and at least six countries in a deal officials in the U.S., Russia and Germany had worked on for months. Ultimately, the deal hinged on the release of a German prisoner: Russian hit man Vadim Krasikov, who emerged as a linchpin to the exchange. Russia released 16 prisoners in all, including Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Pulitzer-prize winning British-Russian columnist and U.S. lawful permanent resident. (WSJ)
2. Crews struggle to contain rapidly spreading Park Fire in California: In California, more than 5,800 personnel, 500 fire trucks and 40 helicopters are battling a fire larger than all of Los Angeles. The Park Fire, as it’s known, is the country’s largest and has ballooned to historic proportions in just over a week. (PBS)
3. White House: We Didn’t Know About 9/11 Plea Deal Until Yesterday, Can’t Comment on It: The plea deal for three defendants accused of involvement in the September 11 terrorist attacks, including accused plotter Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, “was orchestrated by an independent military convening authority. The White House wasn’t aware of this deal or the process leading up to it until yesterday.” (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
NSTR
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Bank of England looks to update RTGS by exploring wholesale CBDC, synchronization: The central bank of the United Kingdom is proposing experimenting with a wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC) as it seeks to update its Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system. Both synchronization and wCBDC depend on distributed ledger technology (DLT), a system that records transactions across multiple computers or locations. (CoinGeek)
2. Russian central bank governor says CBDCs will be part of everyday life by 2031: Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina reiterated the regulator’s belief that the digital ruble, Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), will achieve widespread adoption within the next five to seven years. She stated that the digital ruble's advantages, such as free transfers for individuals and lower transaction fees for businesses, will drive its adoption. (CryptoSlate)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. US spot bitcoin ETFs log $50 million in inflows, ether ETFs return to positive flows: The 12 spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the U.S. reported a total daily net inflow of $50.64 million on Thursday. Grayscale’s Bitcoin Mini Trust, which only began trading on Wednesday, led net inflows yesterday with $191.13 million. (TheBlock)
2.MicroStrategy’s Q2 earnings reveals Bitcoin stockpile now $14.7B: Business intelligence firm MicroStrategy purchased an additional 12,222 Bitcoin for $805 million in the second quarter of 2024, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 226,500 BTC worth around $14.7 billion at current prices. (CoinTelegraph)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bond Yields Plunge in Flight From Stocks: Bond yields from economies with exposure to US credit markets sank further on Friday as mounting growth concerns were magnified by a batch of poor corporate earnings, supporting a dovish outlook for the Federal Reserve and triggering a flight to the safety of bonds. The yield on the 10-year Treasury fell nearly 40bps in the last seven sessions to a six-month low of 3.94%. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Factory Activity Contracts More than Expected: The ISM Manufacturing PMI fell to 46.6 in July of 2024 from 48.5 in the previous month, firmly below market expectations of 48.8, reflecting the sharpest contraction in US factory activity since November 2023. It was the 20th decline in activity during the last 21 periods. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. FBI Issues Warning About Crypto Exchange Scams: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned cryptocurrency users about scammers impersonating crypto exchange employees to steal funds through unsolicited messages or calls. These fraudsters create urgency, claiming issues with accounts to trick victims into providing login details, clicking links, or sharing identification information. (BitcoinCom)
-Technology and Science-
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-Bitcoin Community-
1. Block’s Bitcoin Revenue Grows 9% to $2.6 Billion in Q2: Block Inc, Jack Dorsey’s payment company, just announced its earnings for the second quarter of 2024. Bitcoin revenue grew by 9%, reaching $2.61 billion. The company made $6.16 billion in net earnings for the quarter, a 11% increase compared to the same period last year. Cash App, one of Block’s main platforms, saw a big jump in Bitcoin gross profits, thanks to the price of Bitcoin going up. (BitcoinSensus)
2. Bitcoin Miner Marathon Shares Fall 8% After Missing Revenue Expectations in Q2: The revenue of $145.1 million was lower than the estimated $157.9 million, attributed to operational challenges and the impact of the April halving event. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 57/100 (Up 5 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-07-31 11:16:57 GMT

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2024-07-30 13:20:16 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 854,655
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 30Jul24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Venezuela Ripe For Violence After Election / Israel Calculating on Hezbollah / More Russian Ships in Havana / Interpol Operation Nets 206 Arrests, Drugs, Detonators and a Sub / Harris VP Options Dwindle / Snipers Texted on Crooks 90 Minutes Before Shooting / BTC Wrench Attack in Ukraine Kills Victim / USG Moves $2B of Silk Road BTC / NY Post Calls Out Rigged Big Tech / DEX Trade at ATH
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $66,316, 27.86 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $69,987 / Lo: $65,894
Vol: $38B (Up 60%)
Mkt Cap: $1.31T (Down 5%)
HashRate: 671 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Down 78%)
Nodes: 19,606
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Protests erupt in Venezuela as questions grow over strongman Maduro’s victory: Protests broke out in several Venezuelan cities on Monday after authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro was formally declared a winner by the county’s electoral authority in a presidential race marred by accusations of electoral fraud. Analysts say there could be a new wave of unrest in the country if there are widespread protests against the regime. Street demonstrations in previous years were crushed by the country’s military. (CNN) (AC-China's Xi has congratulated Maduro's 'victory', but the people of Venezuela are not accepting of the election, as violence ramps up.)
2. Fears of Israel-Hezbollah war grow after Golan Heights strike that killed 12 children: The security cabinet authorized Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant to decide on the nature and timing of the response against Hezbollah. Lebanon says it received reassurances from third countries that Israel’s response would be limited. Several European countries have reiterated calls for their citizens to urgently leave Lebanon. (CNN)
3. Russia Docks 3 Warships in Havana, Continuing Parade of Naval Ships to Cuba: Three war vessels from Russia’s Baltic Fleet arrived in Havana, Cuba, this weekend for a four-day “work visit” to the communist nation that will reportedly conclude on Tuesday. (Breitbart) (AC-Part strategic play, part messaging to the US, and part intelligence collection, the naval visit is the second in the last 60 days.)
4. Interpol operation leads to 206 arrests, seizure of $1.6b of illegal drugs, chemicals: Interpol says more than 200 people have been arrested and some $1.6 billion worth of illegal drugs and precursor chemicals seized as part of a two-month operation against narcotics trafficking across Europe, North America and Africa. In addition, the operation led to the seizure of 65 stolen cars, some 30,000 commercial-grade detonators diverted from military or commercial mining, and a “narco-sub”. (ABC)
-US Events-
1. NC Gov. Roy Cooper Withdraws from Consideration for Kamala Harris’s VP: This comes after Adm. William H. McRaven, who had also been a vice-presidential contender revealed that he had “removed” his name from consideration. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) also recently revealed during an interview with CBS News that she was not involved in the process of searching for a vice presidential pick for Harris. (Breitbart)
2. Snipers noticed Crooks 90 minutes before Trump shooting: A local countersniper first noticed gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks at 4:26 p.m., just more than an hour and a half before he climbed onto a nearby roof and shot at Trump. Additional texts at about 5:40 p.m. show officers discussing that they should inform Secret Service after Crooks was spotted again, this time using a range finder. (TheHill)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Ukrainian Police Detain Suspects in Abduction, Murder of Foreigner Over Bitcoin: The Ukrainian police announced on July 29 that it arrested four men for abducting and coercing a foreign national into transferring his bitcoins before ultimately murdering him. the quartet targeted a 29-year-old foreign national who possessed bitcoins valued at over $170,000 or almost 7 million hryvnias. After tracking the victim to his place of residence, the four men seized him and forcibly took him to an abandoned building. “There they forced him to transfer bitcoins to their crypto wallet, which were then transferred to cash, and the man was killed. (BitcoinCom)
2. US Moves $2 Billion Bitcoin Seized from Silk Road Amid Donald Trump’s HODL Plan: The US government transferred $2 billion in DOJ-seized Bitcoin to new addresses, according to on-chain data. This move followed Trump's plan to prevent the sale of government Bitcoin holdings if he returns to office. Industry experts reacted strongly, speculating on the motives and strategic implications of the transfer. (BeinCrypto) (AC-The timing of this move suggests a direct act in opposition to Trump's plan of using the BTC as a reserve asset. This could indicate a more hostile stance against Bitcoin and crypto.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Bank of England to Carry Out CBDC, Digital Ledger Experiments: The BoE said it plans to carry out a series of experiments on a wholesale central bank digital currency and distributed ledger technology. It will also experiment to ensure that the "singleness of money" is maintained with stablecoins and tokenized deposits. (CoinDesk)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Over 41.5% of Mt. Gox Bitcoin distributed as creditors continue to hodl: Despite receiving over $4 billion worth of Bitcoin, which has appreciated by over 8,500% in the 10 years since Mt. Gox collapsed, the exchange's creditors continue to hold their assets. (CoinTelegraph)
2. BlackRock Exec Says Only Bitcoin, Ethereum Meet the Criteria for ETFs: According to BlackRock's senior ETF executive, Bitcoin and Ethereum are the only cryptocurrencies that meet the criteria for ETFs. Other digital assets, including Solana, do not come close in terms of investability and client demand. While there have been filings for Solana ETFs, the lack of Solana CME futures is seen as a roadblock to SEC approval. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
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-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. WazirX Hack: Making customers pay 45% losses is utter nonsense, says Co-Founder of CoinDCX: WazirX has decided to implement a "socialized loss" strategy following a major cyberattack that compromised nearly half of its user funds. According to a statement from WazirX, this approach aims to spread the financial impact across all users, enabling them to access a portion of their assets immediately while maintaining the possibility of further recovery. (EconomicTimes)
-Technology and Science-
1. Rig Tech: Meta AI tool calls Trump assassination attempt ‘fictional,’ offers details on Kamala Harris’ 2024 campaign: Through false labels, confused artificial intelligence and strange search results, Big Tech has been suppressing coverage of the assassination attempt against Donald Trump, The Post has found. Meta AI, Googgle, and Facebook are all suppressing information related to the assassination attempt on Trump. (NYPost)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. DEX market share surges to record high, outpacing centralized exchanges: The monthly trade volume of DEXs relative to CEXs is already at its highest ever, at 14.22%. The previous record high occurred in May 2023 at 13.7%. Uniswap is the largest DEX by total value locked (TVL) at $5.585 billion. Curve Finance maintains a $2.029 billion TVL, followed by PancakeSwap’s $1.825 billion and Raydium’s $1.259 billion. (TheBlock)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 67/100 (Down 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-07-26 15:29:44 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 854,028
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 26Jul24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: France's Trains Sabotaged Before Olympics Opening / Rockets Fired at US Troops in Al Asad / Sinaloa Cartel Chiefs Arrested / Netanyahu Speech To Congress Divides / Obama Endorses Harris / FBI Director Doubts Trump Bullet Wound / RFJ Holds Most Wealth In Bitcoin / Sen Marshall Backs Out of AML Bill / Sen Warren Doubles Down / Brazil To Push Super-App with CBDC / Jersey City to Invest in BTC / OpenAI Takes on Google Search / Day 1 of Bitcoin2024 Has Big Headliners
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $67,304, 28.34 oz Gold, .16 Median US House
24hr Hi: $67,466 / Lo: $63,473
Vol: $34B (Down 2%)
Mkt Cap: $1.33T (Up 5%)
HashRate: 723 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Down 68%)
Nodes: 16,817
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. France’s train network hit by arson attacks hours before Olympic ceremony: Saboteurs struck France's TGV high-speed train network in a series of pre-dawn attacks that caused chaos on the country's busiest rail lines ahead of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony on Friday.
The coordinated sabotage took place as France rolled out an unprecedented peacetime security operation involving tens of thousands of police and soldiers to lockdown the capital for the Games, sucking in security resources from across the country. (Reuters)
2. Rockets launched at US forces stationed at Ain al-Asad airbase in Iraq: Four Katyusha rockets were launched at Iraq’s Ain al-Asad airbase that houses US-led coalition forces late on Thursday, two security sources said, with no immediate confirmation of any casualties or damage. (AlArabiya)
3. Sinaloa Cartel Supreme Leaders Arrested in El Paso — Boss El Mayo, and El Chapo’s Son: The man known as El Mayo was the leader of a faction of the Sinaloa Cartel and was considered the supreme boss of the organization. Guzman Lopez was considered the eldest heir of the Chapitos faction, which was previously run by his father El Chapo. (Breitbart)
-US Events-
1. Netanyahu's speech was cheered in Congress, decried by hostage families back home: Netanyahu railed against Hamas and Iran in his Wednesday address, and he said Israel would not settle for anything less than “total victory” in its offensive in Gaza, which he said “could end tomorrow if Hamas surrenders, disarms and returns all the hostages.” Shortly after the prime minister's defiant speech, the Israeli military said the bodies of five hostages had been recovered in Gaza: those of teacher Maya Goren and four soldiers. (NBC)
2. Obama Endorses Harris, as Trump Prepares to Meet With Netanyahu: Former President Barack Obama was the most prominent Democrat to have held out on endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris. Former President Donald J. Trump is set to meet with Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, in Florida on Friday. (NYT)
3. FBI Director Not Convinced Trump Is Telling the Truth on Bullet Injury: FBI Director Christopher Wray testified that it’s not clear whether Donald Trump was hit by a bullet. Appearing before the House Judiciary Committee, Wray testified about the agency’s investigation into the attempted assassination, expressing uncertainty about the nature of the injury Trump suffered to his ear. (NewRepublic) (AC: When the head of the FBI testifies before Congress and will not admit to an observable, provable fact then you know 5GW narrative warfare is in action against truth.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. U.S. Presidential Candidate RFK Jr. Says He's 'Fully Committed' to Bitcoin: Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. doubled down on his support for bitcoin at the BTC 2024 conference in Nashville. "I am a huge supporter of Bitcoin. I have most of my wealth in Bitcoin," he said. I am fully committed." Kennedy, a libertarian-leaning candidate, took aim at the Federal Reserve, saying the central bank had the interest of bankers, not the general public, at heart. (CoinDesk)
2. Republican Senator Roger Marshall Backs Out of Controversial Crypto Bill: Republican Senator Roger Marshall has withdrawn his support for the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act (DAAMLA), an anti-crypto bill he co-authored with Democrat Senator Elizabeth Warren. (CryptoNews) (AC: Grassroots political pressure and general Republican acceptance of Bitcoin has led to a weakening of opposition as seen by Marshall's retreat.)
3. Elizabeth Warren Says Foreign Adversaries Use 'Cryptomines' to Spy on U.S. Military: In the hearing, Warren claimed that "one third of crypto mining facilities in the U.S. are owned by citizens of the People's Republic of China, including people with direct ties to the Chinese government," seemingly citing a March 2024 report by Inca Digital. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Brazil’s Central Bank to Launch AI-Integrated Super App Featuring CBDC by 2025: The initiative will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and the nation’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), known as “Drex.”. Specifically, it plans to incorporate instant payment methods like Pix and leverage AI technologies similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT. (BeInCrypto) (AC: What could go wrong?)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Jersey City to Invest in Bitcoin ETFs, the Latest Pension to Dive Into Crypto: The municipal pension plan of Jersey City, New Jersey, will soon invest in bitcoin via exchange-traded funds, according to a Thursday social media post from Mayor Steven Fulop. (CoinDesk)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dollar Steadies Ahead of PCE Inflation Data: The dollar index steadied around 104.3 on Friday after facing heightened volatility in recent sessions, as traders braced for the latest PCE price index report, which is the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Gain Traction: US stocks gained traction on Thursday afternoon, trimming losses from yesterday’s selloff that saw the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq book their worst sessions since 2022 after skepticism over the sustainability of the AI-driven rally magnified the rotation to traditional sectors of the US economy. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. U.S. DoJ Indicts North Korean Hacker for Ransomware Attacks on Hospitals: "Rim Jong Hyok and his co-conspirators deployed ransomware to extort U.S. hospitals and health care companies, then laundered the proceeds to help fund North Korea's illicit activities," said Paul Abbate, deputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). "These unacceptable and unlawful actions placed innocent lives at risk." (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. OpenAI officially takes on Google with SearchGPT: OpenAI announced that it's testing SearchGPT in a blog post on Thursday. It calls it a "temporary prototype" and only posts a waiting list for access. It will accept natural language queries, which is not unlike Google, but unlike the world's most popular search engine, SearchGPT will accept follow-up queries. (TechRadar)
2. Brazil Sees Elon Musk’s Starlink as a Political Threat: Starlink is growing fast in the country’s Amazon and farming regions, bastions of support for former President Jair Bolsonaro, in opposition to current leftist President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. (WSJ) (AC: Technology is against proving to be a powerful force against tyranny.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin 2024: Politics takes center stage in Nashville: The Bitcoin 2024 conference kicked off on July 25 in Nashville, Tennessee, with high-profile speakers, including Donald Trump, Michael Saylor, Cathie Wood, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Russell Brand and Edward Snowden, set to draw record crowds. "2024 is year one of mainstream Bitcoin adoption" — Michael Saylor. (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 68/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-07-24 13:32:43 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 853,707
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 24Jul24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Russian Intel Officer Bombed in Moscow / Netanyahu to Address Divided Congress / Secret Service Director Resigns / Trump Rallies in NC / TN Rep Files Impeachment Articles on VP Harris / Trump Files Complaint With FEC / Mt Gox Returns $3.2B Worth of BTC / Riot Mining Buys Block Mining
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $66,397, 27.50 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $67,359 / Lo: $65,484
Vol: $31B (Down 31%)
Mkt Cap: $1.31T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 653 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 19 sats/vBtye (Up 210%)
Nodes: 18,802
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Russian military intel officer injured in car bomb as Kyiv hits Putin’s Crimea ferry: A Russian military intelligence officer has been critically injured in a car bomb explosion in Moscow. Kremlin-approved media reported that the officer, believed to be the deputy head of a military unit specialising in communication, was wounded after an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated inside his car. The bombing comes as Ukrainian forces have “seriously damaged” a ferry in occupied Crimea which was being used by Russian forces to transport military equipment. (Independent)
2. Israel’s Netanyahu Confronts Altered Political Landscape in U.S.: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress on Wednesday drops one of the world’s most polarizing politicians into the middle of an unprecedented U.S. political shake-up, a risky combination as he tries to win support from both parties for his country and its war. (WSJ)
-US Events-
1. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns: The move comes as lawmakers and an internal government watchdog move forward with investigations into the agency’s handling of Trump’s protection and how a gunman came close to the killing the 2024 Republican presidential candidate at a rally in Pennsylvania this month. Deputy Director Ronald Rowe has been tapped to lead the agency. (CNN)
2.Trump takes fight against Harris to North Carolina rally: Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, will hold his first campaign rally since Harris emerged as his near-certain Democratic foe in the 2024 election. The former president will appear at an event in Charlotte, North Carolina, a state that will be an important battleground in the Nov. 5 election. (Reuters)
3. Tennessee Republican files articles of impeachment against VP Harris: Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) filed articles of impeachment against Vice President Harris on Tuesday. The filing expands on previously introduced articles that target Harris’s record on immigration, a GOP rallying cry against the vice president. He added a second article in the new filing, which claims Harris covered up President Biden’s mental well-being, constituting a “breach of public trust.” (TheHill)
4. Trump Campaign Files Complaint over Transfer of Biden Campaign Funds to Harris: Former President Donald Trump’s campaign filed the complaint with the Federal Election Commission (FEC), claiming that the $96 million that sat in the Biden campaign’s account that was transferred to Harris is a violation, according to Bloomberg News. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Kamala Harris is catching up on crypto as she runs against Donald Trump: Entrepreneur and Bitcoin enthusiast Mark Cuban stated in an interview with Decrypt that the Harris camp had contacted him with questions about crypto. (Quartz)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Russian Lawmaker: Our CBDC Won’t Be Cross-border Ready Until 2026: Per the state news agency TASS, Anatoly Aksakov, the Chairman of the State Duma’s Committee on the Financial Markets, said that “Russians will be able to make payments abroad with digital rubles in two years at the earliest.” (CryptoNews)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Mt. Gox sees $3.2B BTC in outflows in just two hours: Mt. Gox again began shifting funds on July 23, moving over 47,500 Bitcoin worth almost $3.2 billion to two unknown addresses at 5:05 am and 6:27 am UTC. On July 22, Mt. Gox began preparing to repay creditors through Bitstamp, according to onchain fund holding movements. With the latest $3.2 billion in BTC shifted out of the Mt. Gox address, the tally amounts to over $12 billion sent out since July 16 to distributing entities helping return funds to creditors. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Musk evaluates possible Tesla $5 billion xAI funding amid its steady Bitcoin reserves: Elon Musk appears to be considering whether his Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturing company, Tesla, should invest $5 billion in his artificial intelligence (AI) startup, xAI. In a parallel development, the earnings call also revealed that Tesla’s Bitcoin holdings remained unchanged for the eighth consecutive quarter, with no purchases or sales between April and June 2024. Tesla owns $184M worth of Bitcoin. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Mortgage Rates at Over 5-Month Low: The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages declined by 5bps to 6.82% in the week ended July 19th, 2024, from 6.87% in the previous period. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. CrowdStrike Explains Friday Incident Crashing Millions of Windows Devices: Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike on Wednesday blamed an issue in its validation system for causing millions of Windows devices to crash as part of a widespread outage late last week. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. In a seafloor surprise, metal-rich chunks may generate deep-sea oxygen: In an unexpected twist, metal-rich nodules found on the seafloor are generating oxygen, new research suggests. This meager but steady supply of the vital gas may help support seafloor ecosystems in areas currently targeted for deep-sea mining, scientists say. These nodules can act like batteries that split seawater into hydrogen and oxygen. (ScienceNews)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Miner Riot Scoops Small Kentucky Rival for $92 Million as Sector Sags: Riot Platforms said Tuesday it had acquired Kentucky-based Block Mining for $92.5 million, as headwinds faced by smaller Bitcoin miners continue to pose challenges for the sector. (Decrypt)
2. Ferrari to Extend Cryptocurrency Payments to Europe: The Italy-based luxury sports car manufacturer began accepting crypto in the U.S. last October, in partnership with BitPay. Bitcoin {{BTC}}, ether {{ETH}} and USD coin {{USDC}} were the tokens accepted. Ferrari is now extending the program to Europe "to support dealers in better addressing the evolving needs of its clients," (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 69/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-07-23 00:32:15 GMT

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2024-07-22 13:05:53 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 853,370
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 22Jul24
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Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Biden Drops Out of Race / Israel Strikes Back at Yemen / Vietnam's Communist Leader Dies / Ukraine Launches Drone Attack / VP Harris Gets Ready for Presidential Campaign / Bitcoiners Prepare for Significant Week / Seven US States Challenge SEC Over Crypto / CashApp to Depart UK / Airports Still in Disarray / Hackers Take Advantage of CrowdStrike Fail / Elon Laser Eyes Draw Speculation
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $67,600, 28.20 oz Gold, .16 Median US House
24hr Hi: $68,480 / Lo: $65,842
Vol: $32B (Up 76%)
Mkt Cap: $1.33T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 600 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Down 33%)
Nodes: 7,412 (*Anomaly: Detected nodes have dropped the past two weeks from an average of 19K to below 10K)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. At least 6 killed as Israeli airstrikes hit Yemen day after Tel Aviv drone attack: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said its fighter jets struck “military targets of the Houthi terrorist regime” in the area of Yemen’s Hodeidah Port on Saturday, in what Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said was a direct response to the death of a 50-year-old Israeli in a Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv on Friday. This is the first time Israel has struck Yemen, according to Israeli officials. (CNN) (AC-This is a major expansion in war for Israel. They are now fighting Iranian proxies on three fronts; Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon and now Houthis in Yemen.)
2. Death of Vietnam’s Top Leader Raises Questions of Succession: With the death Friday of Vietnam’s long-serving Communist Party general secretary, Nguyen Phu Trong, the country’s top leadership role has been left at least temporarily to President To Lam, who is best known for implementing a sweeping anticorruption drive. Whether he will retain the duties of general secretary on a more permanent basis depends on the Politburo, which is expected to decide whether to confirm his new role. Vietnam analysts said it was unlikely that the death of Mr. Trong would lead to any changes in foreign policy or trade relations, as Vietnam will continue balancing its relations with the United States, China and Russia. (NYT)
3. Ukrainian Drone Attack Sets Oil Refinery Ablaze, Russian Officials Say: Russia's military said early Monday that its forces had downed 75 Ukrainian drones overnight, with regional authorities reporting that falling debris set fire to a major oil refinery on the Black Sea coast. Rostov region Governor Vasily Golubev said no one was injured during an overnight wave of attempted drone strikes in his region, but added that falling debris had caused some fires. (MoscowTimes)
-US Events-
1. World leaders react to Biden’s exit from the 2024 US presidential race: Messages of gratitude and support for US President Joe Biden poured in following his stunning announcement Sunday that he is exiting the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the next Democratic nominee. It was the second seismic moment in US politics in just over a week, following the assassination attempt against former president Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally on July 13, which saw global leaders rally around him as the Republican nominee. One Weibo (Social Media in China) user remarked, “that one shot didn’t kill Trump but dropped Biden,” while another described the political situation in the US as “a total mess". (CNN)
2. Harris races to lock up White House bid, Trump campaign pivots: Harris, 59, was due to speak at the White House at 11:30 a.m. ET (1530 GMT) on Monday. Harris spent Sunday working the phones as she spoke with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a potential vice presidential running mate. Harris' campaign had raised $49.6 million since Biden's exit, a campaign spokesperson said on Monday.(Reuters)
3. Janet Napolitano joining review of Secret Service response to Trump shooting: Homeland Security Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas on Sunday named one of his predecessors, Janet Napolitano, to a bipartisan panel of experts tasked with conducting a 45-day independent review of the attempted assassination of former President Trump. The panel is charged with conducting a review “of the planning for and actions taken by the U.S. Secret Service and state and local authorities before, during, and after the rally, and the U.S. Secret Service governing policies and procedures,” according to a DHS press release. (TheHill)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Bitcoin Traders Brace for 'Fat Tails' as Focus Shifts to Trump's Nashville Bitcoin Conference Speech: "This week we’re going to hear Trump speak at the Nashville Bitcoin conference. As long as Trump remains a front-runner, this is a potential catalyst for "something to happen” this week. The derivative markets seem to agree, and we’re seeing pricing support the “something is about to happen” narrative." (CoinDesk)
2. 7 US States Unite to Challenge SEC's Crypto Overreach: Iowa announced earlier this month that Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird led a seven-state coalition in filing an amicus brief opposing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) attempt to regulate cryptocurrencies. The amicus brief, supported by Arkansas, Indiana, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, and Oklahoma, was filed on July 10 to challenge the SEC’s overreach. “Congress never gave the SEC power to regulate cryptocurrency, and there is no accountability to ensure the actions the SEC takes are legitimate and necessary,” the Iowa Attorney General’s Office stressed. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Kazakhstan pays for rail line to China using programmable CBDC: “During the pilot launch of the digital tenge platform, the money allocated to finance the project was marked. The marked digital tenge is paid only to organisations that have fully fulfilled the required obligations.” (CoinTelegraph) (AC-The programmable facet of CBDCs are coherent with tyrannical governance.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Cash App Announces Exit from UK Market to Concentrate on US Growth: Cash App, the popular mobile payment service owned by Jack Dorsey’s Block (formerly Square), has announced its decision to cease operations in the United Kingdom. For Block, this move represents a strategic refocusing of resources. By concentrating on its home market, the company aims to deepen its penetration and expand its service offerings to American users. (Blockonomi)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Treasury Yields Fall Slightly: The yield on the 10-year Treasury note steadied edged lower to 4.22% on Monday after President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Futures Rise as Biden Drops Out of 2024 Race: US stock futures rose on Monday after President Joe Biden announced that he will not seek reelection and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Nominee. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Flight Cancellations Caused by Tech Outage Continue Through Weekend: Travelers confronted a third day of flight snarls and long waits at U.S. airports Sunday, as many monitors still displayed the telltale blue screens of the technology-fueled meltdown that began Friday. This weekend has been one of the worst for travel this year. More than 1,700 U.S. flights were canceled Sunday, adding to the roughly 5,500 that were called off Friday and Saturday. Businesses in many other industries whose Microsoft Windows-based machines melted down due to the buggy update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike recovered by the end of the day Friday. But the continuing cascade of flight cancellations speaks to the airline industry’s heavy reliance on interconnected technology systems and its fragility when things go awry. (WSJ)
2. Cybercriminals Exploit CrowdStrike Update Mishap to Distribute Remcos RAT Malware: The attack chains involve distributing a ZIP archive file named "crowdstrike-hotfix.zip," which contains a malware loader named Hijack Loader (aka DOILoader or IDAT Loader) that, in turn, launches the Remcos RAT payload. (HackerNews)
-Technology-
1. NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Is Unaffected by Global CrowdStrike Outages: A faulty software update from cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike caused widespread computer outages, affecting major systems such as government offices, banks, and airlines. However, Bitcoin remained unaffected due to its decentralized nature and independence from centralized providers. (Decrypt)
2. Elon Musk Sports Bitcoin Laser-Eyes: Joining Trump At BTC 2024?: In a move that has ignited fervent discussion across the Bitcoin community, Tesla CEO Elon Musk updated his profile picture on X (formerly Twitter) to feature the notable “laser eyes,” a meme symbolizing bullish sentiment towards BTC. This change occurred just days before the Bitcoin 2024 conference scheduled in Nashville from July 25-27, where prominent figures, including US presidential candidate Donald Trump, are slated to speak. (Bitcoinist)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Up 10 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): "May you live in interesting times" has meaning this week.
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2024-07-19 23:54:17 GMT

The first wave of Bitcoin Veterans is landing in Nashville today
ITS ABOUT TO GO DOWN!!
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2024-07-12 14:19:12 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 851,831
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 12Jul24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: US To Shut Down Gaza Pier / US, Germany Foil CEO 'Assassination Plot' By Russia / Canada to Buy 12 New Subs for Arctic / Orban Visits Trump at Mar-a-Lago / Democrats Continue to Turn on Biden / Biden Misspeaks / US Congressmen Intros Bill to Release Binance Exec / CFTC Wants Oversight on Bitcoin and Crypto / Germany Down to 18% of BTC Stash / Lowest US Inflation Data in Year / How to Launder Crypto / New Bill to Stop AI Deepfakes / Big BTC Mining Difficulty Drop
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $57,124, 23.83 oz Gold, .13 Median US House
24hr Hi: $59,387 / Lo: $56,561
Vol: $28B (Up 12%)
Mkt Cap: $1.13T (Down 3%)
HashRate: 626 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 7 sats/vBtye (Down 21%)
Nodes: 14,202
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. US military to shut down embattled Gaza aid pier: The U.S. plans to shut down the controversial Gaza humanitarian pier “in relatively short order,” ending a three-month saga that saw the U.S. military struggle to deliver vital aid to the enclave. The Pentagon later said in a statement that troops had failed to successfully re-anchor the pier onto the shore of the Gaza Strip due to “technical and weather-related issues.” (Politico)
2. US and Germany foiled Russian plot to assassinate CEO of arms manufacturer sending weapons to Ukraine: US intelligence discovered earlier this year that the Russian government planned to assassinate the chief executive of a powerful German arms manufacturer that has been producing artillery shells and military vehicles for Ukraine, according to five US and western officials familiar with the episode. The plot was one of a series of Russian plans to assassinate defense industry executives across Europe who were supporting Ukraine’s war effort, these sources said. The plan to kill Armin Papperger, a white-haired goliath who has led the German manufacturing charge in support of Kyiv, was the most mature. (CNN) (AC-This report would need to be more thoroughly vetted to not be seen as highly suspect.)
3. Canada takes step to acquire up to 12 submarines to guard Arctic: Canada updated its defense policy this year with a focus on protecting the Arctic and dealing with challenges from Russia and China. Citing global warming, Canada says the Arctic Ocean could become the most efficient shipping route between Europe and East Asia By 2050, thus raising the need to bolster maritime security. Canada currently has a fleet of four submarines that the ministry said was growing more obsolete and expensive to maintain. The new fleet of submarines will be conventionally powered and capable of operating under ice. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. Hungary’s nationalist leader visits Trump at Mar-a-Lago following NATO summit: Hungary’s nationalist prime minister, Viktor Orbán, traveled to Florida on Thursday and met with former President Donald Trump following a NATO summit in Washington, a move likely to aggravate frustrations among Western allies over similar secretive trips he made to Russia and China in recent days. The Mar-a-Lago meeting — Orbán’s second since March — came as the latest stop on what he calls a “peace mission” aimed at finding a path toward ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. (AP)
2. More Democrats Call on Joe Biden to Exit Race: ‘Crisis of Confidence’: Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA) stepped into new territory on Thursday by not only calling for Biden to step down but also calling for him to resign. Later in the day, Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT) called upon the president to resign following his press conference on NATO. Likewise, Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA) told Politico after Biden’s press conference, “Today I ask President Biden to withdraw from the presidential campaign. The stakes are high, and we are on a losing course.” (Breitbart)
3. Biden Accidentally Introduces Ukraine’s Zelensky as ‘President Putin’: “Now I want to hand it over to the President of Ukraine, who has as much courage as he has determination, ladies and gentlemen, President Putin,” Biden said. He quickly corrected himself: “President Putin? He’s going to beat President Putin. President Zelensky. I’m so focused on beating Putin, we’ve gotta worry about it.” (WSJ)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. US Congressman Introduces Bill for Detained Binance Executive’s Release: U.S. Representative Rich McCormick introduced a bill to secure the release of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, who has been detained in Nigeria since February 2024. (Blockonomi)
2. CFTC Chair Pushes for Federal Legislation to Regulate Bitcoin and Ether as Commodities: During his Senate testimony, the chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) emphasized the necessity of federal legislation to regulate digital commodities such as bitcoin and ether. Citing market volatility and fraud, the chairman advocated for expanded regulatory powers to safeguard investors and maintain financial stability. He also referenced a recent court ruling that reaffirmed the status of the two largest cryptocurrencies as commodities. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Bahamians didn't want CBDCs — So now they're being forced to use them: Regulators in the Bahamas are sick of their citizens' reluctance to adopt a CBDC, so they're forcing commercial banks to get on board. (CoinTelegraph)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Germany has 9K Bitcoin left just 3 weeks after it started selling: The German government’s Bitcoin wallet is down to 9,094 Bitcoin — just 18% of what it started with — after the latest string of back-and-forth transfers to crypto exchanges on July 11. (CoinTelegraph)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Inflation Rate Lowest in a Year: The annual inflation rate in the US fell for a third straight month to 3% in June 2024, the lowest since June 2023, compared to 3.3% in May and below forecasts of 3.1%. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Initial Jobless Claims Fall More than Expected: The number of people claiming unemployment benefits in the US fell by 17,000 from the prior week to 222,000 on the period ending July 6th, reaching a new 5-week low, and below market expectations of 236,000.(TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. How law enforcement struggles with sophisticated crypto laundering: On July 11, the blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis released its “Money Laundering and Cryptocurrency Report,” highlighting the trend of billions flowing through the crypto ecosystem from illicit wallets to conversion services every month. One prevalent technique mentioned in the report involves the use of intermediary wallets, or “hops,” to mask the trail of illicit funds. Such hops make it difficult to trace the flow of funds, with over 80% of the total value in laundering channels passing through intermediary wallets. Obfuscation services, such as mixers and privacy coins, further complicate tracing illicit funds. One example of a mixer is Tornado Cash, which blends cryptocurrencies from various users to obscure their origins. Over-the-counter brokers, particularly those operating without proper Know Your Customer procedures, have also played a crucial role in facilitating the off-ramping of illicit funds. In such instances, these brokers often advertise their services on platforms with encrypted messages, offering direct conversion to fiat currency and attracting criminals seeking anonymity. (CoinTelegraph)
-Technology-
1. AI Startup GalaxyVoice Enables You to Speak in Any Language in Your Own Voice: this clever software is capable of analyzing your voice in real-time and then translating it into virtually any language under the sun—all while preserving your real voice. GalaxyVoice also incorporated a proprietary voice cloning technology into its software. This tool analyzes your voice in great detail and then creates an imitation of it when it proceeds with the translation. (TechTimes)
2. New Senate Bill Targets AI Deepfakes, Calls for Content Watermarks: A bipartisan group of senators introduced the COPIED Act to prevent deepfakes, combat copyright infringement, and stop unauthorized AI model training. The COPIED Act also bans unauthorized use of content for AI training, calling for creator control and compensation rights. Enforcement of the act would fall to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general. (Decrypt) (AC-This could have adverse effects on the decentralization of AI LLMs.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Drop in Bitcoin Mining Difficulty 'Comparable to FTX Collapse,' CryptoQuant Says: Bitcoin mining difficulty dropped significantly by 7.8% on June 5, 2024, reaching levels not seen since before the halving event in April. This marks the largest difficulty drop since the collapse of crypto exchange FTX in 2022. One analyst said miners' daily revenues have plummeted from $78 million pre-halving to $26 million currently. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 25/100 (Down 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The good economic data released yesterday, including low inflation, low unemployment and surging stocks were to be expected in this election year. The theater that is government-controlled economic data in a fiat economy is the central government's propaganda channel to a not-so-free market. To those of us who study more than one economic theory, the manipulation is all-too-obvious. Exit this corrupt system, study Bitcoin.
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2024-07-11 23:38:18 GMT

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2024-07-11 13:13:37 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 851,682
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 11Jul24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: NATO Nations Want War Expansion in Ukraine-Russia / Gaza Talks Continue / US Shipping 500 Pounders to Israel / House Passes Voting ID Bill / AOC File Impeachment Articles on Two Justices / Senate Committee Targets Bitcoin Through CFTC / Trump to Speak at Bitcoin Nashville / BTC ETFs Continue Inflows / CPI Data Release Today / Japan Military All-In on AI / New Map Tool for Crypto
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $58,625, 24.69 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $58,874 / Lo: $57,120
Vol: $25B (Down 8%)
Mkt Cap: $1.15T (Even)
HashRate: 546 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 9 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 19,358
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Front-line nations sound alarm at NATO summit: Get tougher on Russia: Ukraine and its most ardent supporters within NATO are airing frustrations that the bloc can do more to confront Russia, even as the alliance’s summit in Washington focuses largely on Western efforts to rein in Russian President Vladimir Putin. At the top of the list is getting President Biden to lift restrictions on the use of U.S.- and allied-provided weapons to strike military targets up to 300 miles inside Russian territory. “We’ve already decided that the future of Ukraine is in NATO … and now we have to make practical steps to show that it’s credible, that the way to membership is getting shorter, not longer,” said Icelandic Minister of Foreign Affairs. (TheHill) (AC-Expansion of the war is the push. Economic sanctions aren't effective against Russia, so the allies want to increase attacks throughout Russia. Meanwhile, US F-16s are about to arrive in Ukraine and the US is sending long-range weapons to Germany. Dangerous times.)
2. CIA director holds Gaza talks with Qatari, Egyptian and Israeli officials: CIA director Bill Burns is meeting senior Qatari, Egyptian and Israeli officials in Doha on Wednesday in hopes of closing remaining gaps in the framework of the Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal and moving to detailed negotiations. (Axios)
3. US to resume shipping 500-pound bombs to Israel, US official says: President Joe Biden's administration will resume shipping 500-pound bombs to Israel but will continue to hold back on supplying 2,000-pound bombs over concerns about their use in densely populated Gaza, a U.S. official said on Wednesday. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. House passes GOP bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote, boosting election-year talking point: The legislation, approved largely along partisan lines but with five Democrats voting in favor, is unlikely to advance through the Democratic-led Senate. The Biden administration also says it’s strongly opposed because there already are safeguards to enforce the law against noncitizen voting. (AP)
2. Ocasio-Cortez introduces articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Justices Thomas and Alito: Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York has introduced articles of impeachment against conservative Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas over their failure to disclose gifts they have received while serving on the court – a messaging move that will surely fail in the GOP-controlled House. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Senate Committee Discusses Strong Federal Oversight of Crypto Markets: The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry held a hearing on Wednesday where Chairwoman Senator Debbie Stabenow stressed the urgent need for robust regulation in the crypto market. The discussion focused on investor protection, market integrity, and the necessity of federal oversight for digital commodities like bitcoin and ethereum. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Although this committee is mostly unified on this stricter oversight, the recent SCOTUS ruling reining in administrative authority means this agenda would need legislative action or legal ruling to enforce. Either way, it is a real risk to bitcoin adoption and use.)
2. Trump to Speak at Bitcoin Conference in Nashville on July 27: Former President Trump will be speaking at 2 p.m. CT for 30 minutes on the last day of the conference. (CoinDesk)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. US spot bitcoin ETFs report $147 million in net inflows, extending positive streak to 4 days: Fidelity’s FBTC led inflows on Wednesday with $57.79 million, according to data from SoSoValue. This was followed by Franklin Templeton’s spot bitcoin fund, which drew in $31.66 million, its largest fund intake since early May. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Futures, USTs, and USD Steady Ahead of CPI Report: US stock futures held steady on Thursday as investors braced for a key inflation report that could cement expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Heritage denies hack, calls it a troll-led attention-seeking campaign: The Heritage Foundation, the think tank behind Project 2025, says that it was not hacked and that SiegedSec is exaggerating what has actually happened. (CyberNews) (AC-Media attention on Project 2025, a framework for a new republican president, has been high lately. The FUD focuses on Heritage, the author or the framework, and the 'catastrophe' that may occur if said project is implemented.)
-Technology-
1. Japan’s military turns to AI: The Japanese Defense Minister Minoru Kihara believes that AI can help the country keep up with its peers despite its population aging faster than any other country globally. “In our country, where the population is rapidly declining and aging, it is essential to utilize personnel more efficiently than ever before,” stated the minister while unveiling the new policy last week. In Japan, AI will be used in seven priority areas. These include intelligence collection and analysis and monitoring unmanned military assets. The country will also use it to detect targets using radar and satellite images. One key strategy to mitigate some AI risks is to ensure that all systems are manned and controlled by humans at all times. (CoinGeek)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Electric Capital Unveils New Tool to Map Crypto's Expanding Ecosystem: Dubbed the Crypto Market Map, the tool categorizes projects into six technological layers, ranging from core infrastructure to end-user applications. The map tracks over 1,500 projects, offering a structured visualization of the sector's framework. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 29/100 (Up 3 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-07-10 12:46:37 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 851,541
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 10Jul24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Biden Kicks Off NATO Meeting in DC / Gaza City Bombarded / China, Russian Ships in Philippine Sea / Carjacker Shot Trying to Take Justice Sotomayor Detail Car / Former Sen. Inhofe Passes / VP Harris on Campaign Trail / Nigeria Continues Crypto Crackdown / Sen. Blackburn Now Takes Bitcoin / Microsoft, Apple Pull Out of OpenAI Board / Largest Password Leak in History
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $58,481, 24.59 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $59,416 / Lo: $57,014
Vol: $27B (Down 11%)
Mkt Cap: $1.15T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 526 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 9 sats/vBtye (Up 80%)
Nodes: 19,257
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Biden pledges air defenses for Ukraine as NATO summit begins: US President Joe Biden has pledged to provide Ukraine with five new strategic air defense systems to counter relentless Russian attacks, in a forceful speech welcoming NATO leaders to Washington DC. Leaders from the 32 member countries are converging on the US capital for the summit. Joining them is the UK's new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. (BBC)
2. Airstrike kills 25 in southern Gaza as Israeli assault on Gaza City shuts down medical facilities: An Israeli airstrike on a school-turned-shelter in southern Gaza killed at least 25 Palestinians on Tuesday, as heavy bombardment in the north forced the closure of medical facilities in Gaza City and sent thousands fleeing in search of increasingly elusive refuge. (AP)
3. Chinese Carrier Strike Group Operating in Philippine Sea: China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy Shandong Carrier Strike Group is now operating in the Philippine Sea, marking the first time this year that the aircraft carrier has deployed outside of the South China Sea. A joint PLAN-Russian Navy patrol is also currently operating in the Philippine Sea, while Russia also dispatched two corvettes on Monday for an Indo-Pacific deployment. (USNI) (AC-Both China and Russia are operating near Philippine waters and in the middle of the Guam-Okinawa-Philippine area of operations. The message is clear that the alliance is strong in opposition to US-Japan-Philippine alliances.)
-US Events-
1. Would-be carjacker targets Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor security detail officer, suspect shot: Two Deputy U.S. Marshals were on-duty working a protective detail on the 2100 block of 11th Street NW around 1:15 a.m. when Kentrell Flowers, 18, exited a silver minivan and approached one of the unmarked Marshal’s vehicles. Flowers pointed a handgun at the Deputy U.S. Marshal through the driver-side window in an apparent attempt to carjack him, according to police. The Deputy Marshal pulled out his service firearm and fired approximately four times at Flowers through the window, according to a police criminal complaint. A second Marshal from another vehicle also responded and fired his service weapon. (Fox)
2. Former Oklahoma Republican Sen. James M. Inhofe died Tuesday at the age of 89: New York Times, Politico, others criticized for 'offensive' obituaries on deceased former GOP senator. The New York Times, Associated Press, Politico and the Huffington Post all ran headlines critical of former Sen. James M. Inhofe when news of his death broke, all calling him a 'climate change denier' in the headline. (Fox)
3. Harris hits the campaign trail as Biden tries to quiet his critics: Harris, speaking at a campaign event in Las Vegas, laid out the Democratic case against Trump as a tarnished candidate who will adopt far-right policies outlined in the Project 2025 blueprint drafted by his allies. (Politico)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Nigeria’s Finance Minister Urges SEC to Tackle Challenges in Regulating Cryptocurrency: The Nigerian Finance Minister, Wale Edun, has urged the newly inaugurated board of the country’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to address the complexities of regulating cryptocurrencies. He emphasized the need for stringent oversight to maintain market integrity in the capital market. Edun also highlighted the importance of staying informed and adaptable, especially in fast-evolving areas like artificial intelligence, digital currency, and overall digital transitions. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Nigeria will not let up on Bitcoin and crypto. They obviously see it as an existential threat to government control and grift.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Bahamas to force banks to support its CBDC: Sand Dollar was launched in October 2020 as the world’s first central bank digital currency (CBDC). The Central Bank of the Bahamas believed that the digital currency would boost financial inclusion, “reduce service delivery costs and increase transactional efficiency for financial services.” However, nearly four years later, it has failed to receive the uptake the central bank envisioned, forcing Governor John Rolle to explore other strategies. (CoinGeek) (AC-Following Nigeria's example, forcing a CBDC may prove painful to all involved.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn Now Accepts Bitcoin Donations: Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn has announced that her reelection campaign will now accept donations through Bitcoin and other leading cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Litecoin. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Nasdaq Notch New Records: The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq both extended their record highs on Tuesday, adding 0.1% each, while the Dow Jones closed 52 points lower after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate. He noted that the central bank is getting closer to considering interest rate cuts and expressed optimism about signs of cooling inflation. (TradingEconomics)
2. US 10-Year Treasury Yield Edges Higher: The US 10-year Treasury note yield edged above 4.3% on Tuesday, rebounding slightly from the over-one-week low of 4.28% from July 5th. (TradingEconomics)
3. Used Car Prices in the US Continue to Fall: The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index for the US went down 0.6% month-over-month in June 2024, the same as in May, and marking a ninth consecutive month of no growth. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. This is likely the biggest password leak ever: nearly 10 billion credentials exposed: On July 4, a newly registered user on a popular hacking forum posted a file containing nearly 10 billion compromised passwords in plaintext. This gigantic list of leaked passwords known as RockYou2024 provides hackers with an important tool that can be utilized in a brute force attack. Anyone signed up to any service online should assume that a password that they use is on this list. Cybersecurity researchers recommend that users update their passwords and enable multi-factor authentication wherever possible. (Mashable)
2. Cambodia's Huione Guarantee Enables Global Scams Worth $11 Billion: The online platform is said to be linked to the nation's ruling family and allegedly offers services including deepfake scams, money laundering and so-called pig butchering. (CoinDesk)
-Technology-
1. Microsoft and Apple renounce OpenAI board membership: Technology giants Microsoft and Apple have reportedly decided not to take up board seats at the artificial intelligence firm OpenAI amid increasing regulatory scrutiny. The news comes amid the increasing regulatory pressure on Big Tech firms over its potential impact on AI and industry dominance. (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bernstein Sees Potential in AI Data Center Pivot for Bitcoin Miners: The report projected that mining firms could derive as much as a third of their future enterprise value from the AI vertical. "Bitcoin miners are emerging as attractive partners to build out AI Data Centers (DC) with ‘ready power interconnect’ and data center operating capabilities," Bernstein explained. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 26/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The NATO meeting in DC has a deep context this week. On Monday, a missile barrage from Russia struck Kyiv, killing over 30. Timing of the strike is key as a clear NATO message. Meanwhile, India's PM Modi is visiting Putin in Moscow, pledging support and Hungarian PM Orban, a key NATO member, just recently visited both Xi and Putin. This is the 75th anniversary of NATO, designed after WW2 to keep the Soviet Union in check throughout Europe. With the US at the helm of NATO, the alliance has kept the peace throughout Europe while conflict has continued elsewhere. Now as US global leadership declines, the NATO mission is at a crossroads, even as new alliances such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and BRICS build up as counterweight to NATO. The strategic geopolitics game is in high gear and highlighted by this week's activity. The future is far from certain, while consequences of this game will be borne by the general population and the soldiers carrying out these leaders' orders.
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2024-07-09 12:48:46 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
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DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09Jul24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Kyiv Continues Rescue Effort at Children's Hospital / Iran Has New President, More of the Same / China and Belarus Start Wargames Near Ukraine Border / Beryl Soaks Houston / Boeing Pleads Guilty / Middle Schoolers Learning 5GW / House Votes on SAB121 Tomorrow / Republicans All-In on Crypto and Bitcoin / Marathon's Mine in Texas in Crosshairs / NC Governor Vetoes Anti-CBDC Bill / Germany Continues Dumping BTC / SECDEF Ordered to Study Blockchain As Power Tool
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $57,506, 24.03 oz Gold, .13 Median US House
24hr Hi: $57,861 / Lo: $55,240
Vol: $31B (Up 5%)
Mkt Cap: $1.13T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 640 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Down 21%)
Nodes: 19,397
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Kyiv mourns as rescuers make last-ditch efforts at children’s hospital hit by Russian missile: Rescue operations stretched into a second day at a major Kyiv children’s hospital struck by a Russian missile, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday, adding that 38 people were killed and almost 200 injured in an intense daytime barrage that smashed into cities across the country. (AP)
2. Iran has voted in a reformist president — but change remains distant: Iran on Friday elected its first “reformist” president in 20 years, signaling many voters’ rejection of hardline conservative policies amid low turnout of just 49%, according to official figures. Masoud Pezeshkian, a former health minister and member of parliament, was the most moderate of the candidates vying for the presidency after the sudden death of former President Ibrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash in May. (CNBC)
3. China and Belarus conduct joint military exercises right next to NATO and EU’s border: Belarus and China kicked off 11-day joint military training exercises Monday, Belarus’ defense ministry said – with activities taking place just miles from the border of Poland, a NATO and European Union member. The joint exercises are being held at a training ground near the city of Brest on the Belarus-Poland border and some 40 miles from Minsk’s border with Ukraine. This latest showing of their security cooperation comes just days after Belarus joined the Beijing and Moscow-backed Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) on Thursday. (CNN)
-US Events-
1. Hurricane Beryl tracker: Houston damage, flooding, power outages: Beryl left a trail of downed trees, flooded roads and power outages as it roared across the Houston area on Monday morning. Beryl made landfall near Matagorda in the early morning hours as a Category 1 hurricane but weakened to a tropical storm a few hours later. On Monday evening, it was downgraded to a tropical depression. The storm remnant is now headed toward the central states and great lakes areas. (Fox26)
2. Boeing to plead guilty to fraud over 737 Max crashes: Boeing will plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge in connection with two fatal 737 Max crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia, per a Department of Justice court filing late Sunday. The deal falls short of what the families of the crash victims had wanted, including a criminal trial and a fine as high as almost $25 billion. (Axios)
3. Middle schoolers impersonated dozens of teachers on TikTok; concocted sexual rumors, offensive narratives: A group of Pennsylvania middle school students created fictitious TikTok accounts to impersonate teachers while making inappropriate comments, officials said Monday. The group of eighth graders in the Great Valley School District (GVSD) in Chester County made around 20 fake TikTok accounts impersonating teachers. The accounts were filled with pedophilic and homophobic remarks, racist memes and rumors about sexual hookups between staff members. (Fox) (AC-Even at this early age, these kids are learning the value of narrative warfare as the basics of 5th generation warfare. It will be more intense once this generation learns to use AI tools to conduct more serious efforts.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. D-Day For Crypto: SAB 121 Veto Showdown Set For Wednesday: The US House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on significant crypto legislation on Wednesday, July 10. This vote might override President Joe Biden’s veto of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) resolution to repeal Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 (SAB 121). (Bitcoinist)
2. Republican Party Makes a Promise to Defense Bitcoin: The Republican National Committee’s new policy platform has published a document to protect and promote crypto assets. “Republicans will end Democrats’ offensive and unAmerican Crypto crackdown and oppose the creation of a Central Bank Digital Currency,” “We will defend the right to mine Bitcoin and ensure every American has the right to self-custody their Digital Assets and transact free from Government Surveillance and Control.” (BItcoinSensus)
3. ‘We’re Living in a Nightmare:’ Inside the Health Crisis of a Texas Bitcoin Town: Over the course of several months in 2024, TIME spoke to more than 40 people in the Granbury area who reported a medical ailment that they believe is connected to the arrival of the Bitcoin mine: hypertension, heart palpitations, chest pain, vertigo, tinnitus, migraines, panic attacks. A representative for Marathon Digital Holdings, the company that owns the mine, did not answer questions about health impacts, but told TIME that it is working to remove the noisy fans from the site. (Time) (AC-An obvious FUD article designed to be used as ammunition for the victim class and power-hungry that represent them.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. North Carolina’s CBDC ban bill vetoed by governor: North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has vetoed a bill banning the state from implementing a US Federal Reserve-issued central bank digital currency (CBDC) despite receiving near-unanimous support in the state’s House of Representatives and Senate. (CoinTelegraph)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin Continues Rebound as Spot ETFs See $295 Million in Deposits: U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded nearly $300 million in net inflows on Monday, July 8, marking their highest buying activity since early June. (Decrypt)
2. German government continues bitcoin selling spree; less than half of its holdings remain: After a plethora of bitcoin transfers yesterday, the German government has sent an additional $339.2 million worth of bitcoin to addresses labeled as belonging to centralized crypto exchanges and market makers so far on Tuesday. he German government sent 800 bitcoins ($45.9 million) to the crypto exchange Kraken, 5,000 bitcoins ($287.1 million) to an address believed to be market marker B2C2 Group and nearly 107 bitcoins ($6.2 million) to market maker Cumberland DRW. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Nasdaq Mark Another Fresh Records: The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq both closed at new records on Monday, with gains of 0.1% and 0.3% respectively, while the Dow Jones lost 31 points. Recent data showed US consumers' 1-year inflation expectations fell for a second straight month in July. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Senate urges DOD to explore blockchain tech for national security: The US Senate Committee on Armed Services has directed Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to explore potential applications of blockchain technology for supply chain management and national security within the Department of Defense. The report calls for the DOD to investigate blockchain use cases to “achieve national security goals and to create secure, transparent, accountable, and auditable data related to supply chains. “The committee notes that blockchain technology has the potential to enhance the cryptographic integrity of the defense supply chain, improve data integrity, and reduce the risk of the manipulation or corruption of certain types of data by near-peer competitors,” the report stated. (CryptoBriefing)
-Technology-
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-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin's Mining Difficulty Has Decreased by 8%, Resulting in Lower Profitability and Daily Revenues: Bitcoin's mining difficulty has dropped by 7.8% over the weekend, reaching levels not seen since March. The decrease in difficulty has resulted in a decline in miners' profitability, with daily revenues falling from $78 million to $26 million. (CoinDesk)
2. Bitcoin miner Hut 8 enters into agreement for 205-megawatt Texas site: Bitcoin miner Hut 8 has entered into a power purchase agreement for a site in West Texas with 205 megawatts of immediately available power capacity and land.
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 27/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The US Senate has directed the SECDEF to study blockchain technology in a manner put forth by Major Jason Lowery in his thesis "SOFWAR". This is a significant development in the future warfare race in the cyber domain. As a nation-state such as the US considers the power projection capabilities of blockchain, best exemplified by Bitcoin, new strategies will emerge that even hardcore bitcoiners may not have considered. Other nation-states as well as decentralized entities may begin to study, understand and implement this new type of power dynamic leading to a revolution in warfare and power conflict. This would lead to a new era a warfare that may be similar to the thesis put forth by Lowery.
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2024-07-03 13:01:50 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 850,525
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 03Jul24
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BLUF: Hurricane Beryl Barrels Toward Jamaica / Shanghai Cooperation Org Grows Again / 5GW and a First Lady's Bugatti / Lawyers Nationwide Prepare for Trump Presidency / VP Harris Odds Increasing / Taiwan Crypto Organizes to Advocate / First BTC Macro ETP Launched / Florida Man Shoots Delivery Drone / Kraken Wants Nuke Power / China Still Mining Bitcoin in Spades
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $60,292, 25.73 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $63,015 / Lo: $59,662
Vol: $26B (Up 17%)
Mkt Cap: $1.19T (Down 4%)
HashRate: 609 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 12 sats/vBtye (Down 17%)
Nodes: 19,033
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Hurricane Beryl forecast and track: Jamaica's prime minister declares island 'disaster area' ahead of storm: According to the National Hurricane Center, Beryl was downgraded to a Category 4 from a Category 5, but its maximum sustained winds remained dangerous at 155 mph. Hurricane Beryl is expected to reach Jamaica and is forecast to produce rainfall totals of 4 to 8 inches across the mountainous island country, with isolated amounts of up to 12 inches possible. (ABC)
2. A growing club led by Xi and Putin to counter the US is adding a staunchly pro-Russia member: The expected admission of Belarus to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) at its annual leaders’ summit in Astana, Kazakhstan is another push by Beijing and Moscow to transform the grouping – from a regional security bloc into a geopolitical counterweight to Western institutions led by the United States and its allies. Founded in 2001 by China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan to combat terrorism and promote border security, the SCO has grown in recent years in line with Beijing and Moscow’s shared ambition to counter what they see as US “hegemony” and reshape the international system in their favor. (CNN)
3. A Bugatti car, a first lady and the fake stories aimed at Americans: A network of Russia-based websites masquerading as local American newspapers is pumping out fake stories as part of an AI-powered operation that is increasingly targeting the US election, a BBC investigation can reveal. A former Florida police officer who relocated to Moscow is one of the key figures behind it. t would have been a bombshell report - if it were true. Olena Zelenska, the first lady of Ukraine, allegedly bought a rare Bugatti Tourbillon sports car for 4.5m euros while visiting Paris for D-Day commemorations in June. The source of the funds was supposedly American military aid money.
The story appeared on an obscure French website just days ago - and was swiftly debunked. (BBC) (AC-A great example of 5th Gen Warfare being conducted today. The truth is nowhere to be found in the Bugatti story and not confirmed even in the BBC story. What is known are the efforts to influence public perceptions and drive funding and actions in support of agendas.)
-US Events-
1. How Democratic lawyers are bracing for Trump’s return: Democratic attorneys around the country are already gearing up for the possibility of a second Trump administration by beginning to map out an aggressive legal strategy to fight him again in court — this time with a fresh sense of urgency. Democratic attorneys general are exploring hiring outside experts and dispatching staff to study areas of the law anticipated to come under attack, like reproductive health, immigration and the environment. And they are scrutinizing Project 2025, the 900-page blueprint from The Heritage Foundation that lays out a conservative agenda for the next Republican presidency. “If you’re an AG you have to make sure your team is solid,” said James Tierney, the former attorney general of Maine. (politico)
2. Kamala Harris' Odds of Winning Democratic Nomination Surge on Polymarket: Vice president Kamala Harris' odds of becoming the Democratic nominee for president this year more than quadrupled on Tuesday, according to traders on Polymarket, the crypto-based prediction market platform that's seen torrid growth in an election year. (CoinDesk)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Taiwan Crypto Advocacy Body Becomes Formally Active With 24 Entities: The body will aim to act as a bridge as the private sector and the government work together to supervise the industry. Its first task will be to formulate a self-regulation code that covers industry classification, listing and delisting, consumer protection, risk control, transaction monitoring and advertising solicitation, according to the blog post. (CoinDesk)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Deutsche Digital Assets Launches World’s First Macro Bitcoin ETP: Deutsche Digital Assets (DDA) has launched the first-ever Macro Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Product (ETP) on Xetra. This innovative ETP aims to dynamically optimize Bitcoin exposure based on macroeconomic factors, offering a novel approach to cryptocurrency investment. Notably, the listing marks a significant milestone for investors looking to balance potential gains with macroeconomic risks.(CoinGape)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Mortgage Rates Bounce Back Above 7%: The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) increased by 10bps to 7.03% in the week ended June 28, 2024, from 6.93% in the previous period. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Job Openings Top Expectations: The number of job openings rose by 221,000 from the previous month to 8.140 million in May 2024, beating the market consensus of 7.91 million. Much of the increase can be attributed to state, local and federal government jobs. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Florida Man Arrested for Shooting at Walmart Delivery Drone Faces Multiple Charges: In a quiet neighborhood of Clermont near Orlando in Florida, a 72-year-old man was facing multiple charges after he shot at a Walmart delivery drone. Witnesses saw a bullet hole in the drone, leading them to report it to local authorities on Wednesday. They also pointed authorities to Dennis Winn. (TechTimes)
-Technology-
1. Crypto Exchange Kraken Is Considering Going Nuclear: Kraken is considering using nuclear energy to power its data centers, amidst an expected boom in decentralized finance (DeFi) and increased demand for its services. Kraken is not looking to build its own reactors, but is considering partnering with energy providers that can supply nuclear power with small modular reactors (SMRs). These reactors can be co-located with data centers and don’t have space or weather constraints, according to CTO Patankar. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. CleanSpark mined 445 Bitcoin in June, surpasses hashrate target: Bitcoin miner CleanSpark increased its Bitcoin production by 6.7% in June and surpassed its mid-year hashrate target of 20 exahashes per second (EH/s).The United States-based miner only sold 8 of the 445 Bitcoin it mined in June, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 6,591 BTC as of June 30, worth more than $4 billion at current prices. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Chinese Bitcoin Mining Pools Control A Staggering 54% Of Hash Rate Despite Ban: China Bitcoin mining pools now command over 50% of the total hash rate based on on-chain data. This is despite the 2021 China crypto ban, according to Kim Young Ju, the founder of CryptoQuant (99Bitcoins)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 50/100 (Down 3 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-07-02 12:19:21 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
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DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 02Jul24
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BLUF: First Cat 5 Hurricane Eyes Jamaica / Ukraine Air Bases Struck Before F-16s Arrive, US Bases on High Alert / SCOTUS Immunity Ruling Confounds Lawfare Strategy / SCOTUS Chevron Ruling May Untangle Digital Asset Mess / Imagery Reveals China Listening Posts in Cuba / Judge Rules Biden Cannot Stop LNG Exports / Bolivia Says Bitcoin Now OK / Sony Starts Bitcoin Exchange in Japan / Coinbase Chosen to Custody and Sell USG Bitcoin
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $62,668, 26.90 oz Gold, .15 Median US House
24hr Hi: $63,777 / Lo: $62,367
Vol: $22B (Up 3%)
Mkt Cap: $1.23T (Even)
HashRate: 611 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 14 sats/vBtye (Up 81%)
Nodes: 19,034
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Hurricane Beryl barrels toward Jamaica as category 5 storm after ‘flattening’ Grenada island: The hurricane was located about 695 miles (1,118km) east-southeast of Kingston, Jamaica, packing maximum sustained winds of 165mph (270km/h), the National Hurricane Centre said. (IndependentUK)
2. At least nine killed in Seoul as car ploughs into crowd: As reported by Yonhap news agency, a man believed to be in his 60s drove the vehicle into pedestrians waiting at a traffic stop. Police said the accident took place at an intersection near Seoul city hall. The driver in question, who was arrested at the scene, reportedly told the police the car suddenly accelerated. (BBC)
3. Ukrainian air base under frequent fire as Russia aims at F-16 arrivals: The June 27 attack was a stark reminder of the challenges Kyiv faces as it rebuilds its depleted air force and deploys the first U.S.-designed F-16s - fighter aircraft that Russia will be determined to ground or destroy. The first planes are expected to arrive this month, although the location of the basing has not been released. (Reuters)
4. Several US military bases in Europe put on heightened state of alert, US officials say: The alert level of Force Protection Condition (FPCON) "Charlie" was put in place over the weekend, according to two U.S. officials. "For operational security reasons, we will not get into specific measures, but we remain vigilant," EUCOM wrote, in part. (ABC) (AC-Other sources speculate that his is in relation to Russian concerns over the F-16s being delivered to Ukraine.)
-US Events-
1. How the blockbuster Supreme Court presidential immunity ruling impacts the Biden-Trump 2024 rematch: A highly anticipated ruling by the Supreme Court that former presidents enjoy wide-ranging immunity for their official acts while in the White House was repeatedly praised by former President Trump yesterday. The ruling on Monday means that the trial judge in the lower court case against Trump will now have to hold hearings on whether the charges against Trump were based on official acts by the then-president or unofficial ones. That process will take time, and it's extremely unlikely Trump will go on trial for trying to overturn the 2020 election before voters cast ballots in the 2024 rematch. (Fox)
2. Satellite Images Show Expansion of Suspected Chinese Spy Bases in Cuba: Analysts identified four electronic eavesdropping stations, including a previously unreported site near a U.S. naval base. (WSJ)
3. Judge Orders Biden Administration to Resume Permits for Gas Exports: A federal judge on Monday ordered the Biden administration to resume issuing permits for new liquefied natural gas export facilities after the government had paused that process in January to analyze how those exports affect climate change, the economy and national security. The decision, from the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, comes in response to a lawsuit from 16 Republican state attorneys general, who argued that the pause amounted to a ban that harmed their states’ economies. (NYT)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Central Bank of Bolivia Unbans Bitcoin From the Nation’s Financial Ecosystem: The Central Bank of Bolivia has lifted a blanket ban that kept financial institutions from serving crypto-related transactions. With Resolution N°082/2024, issued on Tuesday, the bank lifts any prohibition related to these assets, opening the door for the intermediation of institutions to complete payments to acquire these assets. (BitcoinCom)
2. Supreme Court's Chevron Decision Curtails SEC Chair Gensler's Regulatory Abuses, Says Congressman: Congressman Tom Emmer has stated that the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Chevron deference significantly limits “the regulatory abuses” of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler. The ruling is seen as a game changer for the crypto industry and other tech sectors, promising more predictable and grounded regulations. (BItcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies-
1. Bahamas wants to force banks to support its ‘Sand Dollar’ CBDC: The Bahamas is preparing to introduce legislation requiring commercial banks to support its “Sand Dollar” central bank digital currency (CBDC) and hopefully boost its adoption. The Bahamas was one of the first countries in the world to launch a central bank digital currency — the “Sand Dollar” in 2020 — and is now looking for ways to boost its adoption. (CoinTelegraph)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. US spot bitcoin ETFs report $130 million in net inflows, largest influx in three weeks: The 11 U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds saw total daily net inflows of $129.45 million on Monday, reporting their fifth consecutive day of positive flows. Monday’s net inflows also marked the largest fund intake the ETFs have seen since June 7. Fidelity’s FBTC led the inflows yesterday with $65 million, followed by Bitwise’s BITB, which recorded $41 million. (CoinMarketCap)
2. $105 Billion Electronics Giant Sony To Launch New Bitcoin Exchange: Sony Group is preparing to launch a Bitcoin and crypto exchange in Japan after acquiring Amber Group's local subsidiary, Amber Japan. The revamped exchange will be called S.BLOX and aim to boost Sony's presence in the Bitcoin and crypto space. (BitcoinMag)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Stocks Kick-Off 2nd Half of 2024 Higher: Stocks in the US closed higher to start the second half of the year. The S&P 500 gained 0.3%, the Dow Jones added 50 points, and the Nasdaq rose 0.8% thanks to strong performances from tech giants like Apple (+2.9%), Amazon (+2%), and Microsoft (+2.2%). Nvidia rebounded (+0.6%) while other chip makers' stocks fell such as AMD (-2.8%) and Arm (-2.9%) dropped. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Factory Activity Shrinks Faster: The ISM Manufacturing PMI unexpectedly declined to 48.5 in June 2024 from 48.7 in May, below forecasts of 49.1. The reading pointed to a third straight month of falling manufacturing activity and the lowest since February. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Australian Man Charged for Fake Wi-Fi Scam on Domestic Flights: The unnamed 42-year-old "allegedly established fake free Wi-Fi access points, which mimicked legitimate networks, to capture personal data from unsuspecting victims who mistakenly connected to them." The individual is said to have staged what's called an evil twin Wi-Fi attack across various locations, including domestic flights and airports in Perth, Melbourne, and Adelaide. "The email and password details harvested could be used to access more personal information, including a victim's online communications, stored images and videos, or bank details," the AFP said. (HackerNews)
-Technology-
1. China's Stealth Fighter Aircraft Supports Detachable Wings That Transforms Into Drones: The China Aerodynamics Research and Development Centre (CARDC) successfully tested the new stealth fighter, and said that each drone is powered by electric ducted fans. The aircraft and its drones managed to stay in the air despite the drone separation maneuver during the test flight, which allegedly caused flight instability due to the aerodynamic shift. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Coinbase Bags $32 Million Contract From DOJ For Handling Confiscated Crypto: In a significant development, the US Department of Justice’s asset forfeiture division, the US Marshal Service, has chosen Coinbase as its custody provider for large-cap digital assets. Coinbase emphasized its longstanding history of supporting law enforcement agencies and its collaborations with major federal, state, and local agencies in the US, as well as international agencies worldwide. (Bitcoinist)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 53/100 (Up 5 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-06-27 12:57:09 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 849,675
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 27Jun24
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BLUF: Bolivia President Survives Failed Coup / Iran Presidential Contenders Dwindle / Kenya Drops Austerity Measures After Deadly Protests / US Presidential Debate Tonight / Economists Preempt Debate in Support of Biden / Rapidan Dam Failing in MN / USG To Sell 4,000 BTC From Silk Road / Binance Issues Misuse Bounty / Switzerland Ramps Up Wholesale CBDC / Denmark First to Tax Cow Farts
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $61,201, 26.44 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $61,951 / Lo: $60,580
Vol: $21B (Down 17%)
Mkt Cap: $1.21T (Even)
HashRate: 489 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 19 sats/vBtye (Down 38%)
Nodes: 19,668
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Bolivian president survives failed coup, calls for 'democracy to be respected,' army general arrested: Bolivian President Luis Arce announced three new heads of the South American country's armed forces following an attempted coup in which military units used armored vehicles to ram into the doors of Bolivia's government palace before the army general allegedly responsible was arrested. Bolivia, a country of 12 million people, has seen intensifying protests in recent months over the economy’s precipitous decline from one of the continent’s fastest-growing two decades ago to one of its most crisis-stricken. (Fox)
2. Contenders quit race ahead of Iran’s presidential poll as campaigning ends: Two candidates in Iran’s presidential election have withdrawn from the race as campaigning ended a day ahead of the vote. The first to do so was Amir-Hossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi, 53, who dropped his candidacy on Wednesday night and urged other candidates to do the same “so that the front of the revolution will be strengthened”, the state-run IRNA news agency reported. (AlJazeera)
3. Kenyan President Ruto withdraws controversial finance bill following deadly protests: “Having reflected on the continuing conversation regarding the content of the finance bill 2024, and listening keenly to the people of Kenya who have said loudly that they want nothing to do with this Finance Bill 2024, I concede, and therefore I will not sign the 2024 finance bill,” Ruto said during a television address Wednesday. Kenya, a nation often praised for its stability, had seen escalating protests over the bill, which the government introduced to rein in public debt. (CNN)
-US Events-
1. Biden and Trump to face off at CNN presidential debate: President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will have their first in-person showdown of the 2024 election cycle at CNN’s debate in Atlanta at 9 p.m. ET. The candidates agreed to appear at a uniform podium. Microphones will be muted throughout the debate except for the candidate whose turn it is to speak. (CNN)
2. Video shows Minnesota home next to Rapidan Dam toppling into river amid flooding: Part of the home, which is located close to the Rapidan Dam, fell into the river Tuesday night. So far, there has been no mass evacuation. (USAToday)
3. Nobel Economists Bash Trump, Hail Biden in Pre-Debate Inflation Attack: Sixteen Nobel Prize-winning economists — all unabashed liberals — have unleashed a partisan attack against Donald Trump on the eve of the first presidential debate. The economists claim that former President Donald Trump could stoke inflation if he wins the presidency in November and implements his economic plans. (Breitbart)
(AC- The weaponization of scholarly disciplines such as economics or medicine is becoming even more common in support of political power. It is unfortunate that science and study is now subservient to ideology.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Bitcoin Falls After U.S. Sends $240M Worth of Silk Road-Related BTC to Coinbase: Some 3,940 bitcoin originally seized from a Silk Road vendor was moved after a wallet tagged to the U.S. Government moved about $240 million worth of seized BTC to a Coinbase Prime address. "This BTC was originally seized from narcotics trafficker Banmeet Singh, and forfeited at trial in January 2024," the post said. (CoinDesk)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Binance enforces stricter measures against account misuse: Binance has enhanced monitoring of all account usage and related activities. The platform encourages users to report any suspected incidents of misuse and offers a reward for verified cases. (CoinTelegraph)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC)-
1. Switzerland extends CBDC trial by 2 years after promising early results: After nearly nine months of experimenting with a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC), the Swiss National Bank (SNB) has announced an extension of the pilot to explore new use cases and expand the scope. “Pioneering the use of wholesale central bank digital currency goes beyond enhancing the efficiency and security of financial transactions,” said SIX CEO Jos Dijsselhof. “This project underscores our commitment to innovation and cements Switzerland’s position at the forefront of digital asset adoption in capital markets.” (CoinGeek)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Denmark farmers will soon pay taxes based on how much their livestock farts: Denmark farmers will soon have to pay an extra tax for their livestock’s farts — making it the first country to implement such a measure to target global warming-inducing methane emissions. The gassy tax will apply to cows, sheep and pigs starting in 2030. Under the new law, Denmark hopes to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 70% from 1990 levels by 2030. (NYT)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. CISA Warns of Exploited GeoServer, Linux Kernel, and Roundcube Vulnerabilities: The US cybersecurity agency CISA on Wednesday raised the alarm on threat actors exploiting known vulnerabilities in GeoServer, the Linux kernel, and Roundcube Webmail. (SecurityWeek)
-Technology-
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-Bitcoin Community-
1. El Salvador’s national Bitcoin chief has been orange-pilling Argentina: The appointed President of El Salvador’s newly created National Commission of Digital Assets (CNAD), Juan Carlos Reyes who was introduced to Bitcoin in 2013, it was a mission that he had been on from an early age. There have been considerable upsides to El Salvador embracing Bitcoin, with the South American nation’s almost 6,000 Bitcoin stack benefiting from the surge in Bitcoin prices, as well as a surge of “crypto tourists” who have come to El Salvador to see things for themselves. But it has not been smooth sailing since El Salvador decided to accept Bitcoin as legal tender, with international bodies fighting the move. (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 40/100 (Down 6 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Some days the news simply highlights the struggle between centralized and decentralized power. The livestock tax in Denmark, CBDCs worldwide, and of course the US Presidential debate tonight all show the human nature to gather more and more power from others. Meanwhile, efforts such as grassroots protests, decentralized ledgers and freedom technology all show humanity's desire to self-regulate with liberty to choose what's best for them. The doctrines and methods of power accumulation are well known and tested, while those of decentralized power continue to evolve and strong proponents are few.
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2024-06-25 18:51:19 GMT

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2024-06-25 13:07:28 GMT

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2024-06-25 12:40:15 GMT

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 849,428
DTG/ICOD: 0800EST 25Jun24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Julian Assange Freed From Jail / France Heading Toward Hard Shift Right / Iran Prepares For Election / L.A. Protests Draw Criticism / US Surgeon General Targets 'Gun Violence' / Infowars To Shut Down / German Gov to Offload BTC / Louisiana Bills Nixes CBDC, Protect BTC / No Food Inflation in Argentina a First in 30 Years / Strike Continues World Rollout / BTC Dip Opens Opportunity
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $61,193, 26.22 oz Gold, .14 Median US House
24hr Hi: $61,658 / Lo: $58,601
Vol: $38B (Up 47%)
Mkt Cap: $1.2T (Even)
HashRate: 543 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 19 sats/vBtye (Up 9%)
Nodes: 18,536
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-International Events-
1. Julian Assange freed from jail after plea deal with US: Julian Assange was freed from a London prison on Monday after more than five years and will not be extradited to the United States after agreeing to a plea deal with authorities. The WikiLeaks founder agreed to plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to obtain and disclose U.S. national defense information. In return, he is likely to be sentenced to five years and three months time served, which he has spent in London’s Belmarsh Prison since being jailed there in April 2019. He has since boarded a plane bound for his native Australia. (CoinTelegraph)
2. French snap elections: Emmanuel Macron claims 'extremes' could lead 'to civil war': Five days before the snap elections in France, the far-right National Rally (RN) leads the polls on 36%, followed by the left-wing coalition New Popular Front (27%). French President Macron's party is trailing, polling at 20%. (EuroNews)
3. Iran’s presidential election dominated by Khamenei loyalists: Iranians choose a president on Friday in a tightly controlled election following Ebrahim Raisi's death in a helicopter crash last month, with the outcome expected to influence the succession to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's top decision-maker. The Guardian Council, a hardline vetting body of clerics and jurists aligned to Khamenei, has approved five hardliners and one low-profile moderate candidate from an initial pool of 80. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. Officials talk of restricting masks at protests after violence outside L.A. synagogue: The violent protest Sunday at a synagogue has prompted Mayor Karen Bass to say Los Angeles should consider rules governing demonstrations and the wearing of masks by those protesting. (LATimes)
2. US surgeon general calls for ‘collective commitment’ to stop gun violence in the United States: Gun violence in the United States is an urgent public health crisis that demands the “collective commitment of the nation” to stop it, Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy says in a new advisory released Tuesday. It’s the first time a publication from the Office of the Surgeon General has focused on firearm violence and its “profound consequences” on survivors, communities, and mental health. (CNNHealth)
3. Bankruptcy trustee discloses plan to shut down Alex Jones’ Infowars and liquidate assets: A U.S. bankruptcy court trustee is planning to shut down conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ Infowars media platform and liquidate its assets to help pay the $1.5 billion in lawsuit judgments Jones owes for repeatedly calling the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting a hoax. (AP)
-Regulatory and Legal-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. German gov’t offloads 900 Bitcoin, with 400 BTC sent to Coinbase and Kraken: A “German Government (BKA)” labeled cryptocurrency wallet has sold over $54 million worth of Bitcoin. Following today’s transfers, the wallet still holds 46,359 Bitcoin, according to Arkham Intelligence. (CoinTelegraph)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC)-
1. Louisiana Shields Crypto, Rejects CBDC: In a decisive legislative move, the state of Louisiana has amended its laws to impose a ban on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) while establishing stringent regulations for digital asset miners and node operators. These new stipulations, incorporated into the Blockchain Basics Act, are slated to come into effect in August 2024. (Coinfomania) (AC-Well done @Dennis_Porter_ and Satoshi Action Fund!)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin Breaks Below $60K Level on ETF Outflows: Bitcoin broke below $60,000 at the start of the week before recouping some losses, sinking to its lowest levels in nearly two months amid steady outflows from Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds. Industry data showed that US Bitcoin ETFs saw a net outflow of more than $500 million last week and a total of $1.1 billion over the past two weeks. Significant outflows were also recorded in Bitcoin ETFs based in Canada, Germany and Hong Kong, while those in Brazil and Switzerland experienced net inflows. (tradingEconomics)
2. Argentina Logs First Week with No Inflation in Food Prices in 30 Years: For the first time in 30 years, Argentina experienced a zero-percent increase in the inflation rates of food and drinks during the third week of June, President Javier Milei confirmed on Monday morning. (Breitbart)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. BlackSuit Cybercrime Gang Blamed in CDK Hack That Roiled Car Dealers: A hacking group called BlackSuit is behind the cyberattack on CDK Global that’s paralyzed car sales across the US, according to Allan Liska, a threat analyst at the security firm Recorded Future Inc. The cybercrime group has demanded an extortion fee in the tens of millions of dollars from CDK, which plans to make the payment. (YahooFinance)
-Technology-
1. Microsoft Hit With EU Antitrust Charges Over Teams: The European Union charged Microsoft with antitrust violations related to the company’s bundling of its Teams collaboration tool with Office 365 and Microsoft 365. If the commission concludes the company breached antitrust rules, Microsoft could face a fine of up to 10% of its global annual revenue. (WSJ)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Payments App Strike Enters UK as Global Expansion Rolls Out: Strike, the payments application that uses the Bitcoin blockchain, has started U.K. operations expanding its global reach just months after rolling out in Europe and Africa. The payments firm has been expanding aggressively and now operates in more than 100 countries and territories around the world. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 30/100 (Down 21 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Interesting drop from 'greed' to 'fear' in the greed/fear index today. Now that owners of bitcoin are not only bitcoin plebs, cypherpunks and insightful whales, but now also institutions, government entities, and general investors, there is now a higher correlation to mainstream financial narratives and world events. In other words, media reports and social media seem to have a higher impact on bitcoin price. Although bitcoiners continue to buy the dips there is a lot more institutional money yielding more power in the price action recently. It seems Bitcoin continues to evolve in society.
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2024-06-21 16:28:47 GMT

We were thrilled to have the opportunity to talk with Senator Blackburn about Bitcoin and fully support her fight against CBDCs
A big thank you to everyone at @npub1the…4dha for facilitating this opportunity and to meet with representatives of Senator Hagerty, Gov Bill Lee, and AG Skrmetti
Tennessee is becoming a hub for #bitcoin. Looking forward to all the Bitcoiners who will be in Nashville next month for @npub1rwh…7avv
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