Bitcoin Veterans

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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2026-01-16 19:27:21 UTC

Strength From Within: Veterans on Mental Health, Psilocybin Therapy & Breaking Free of Big Pharma
Former Marine Force Recon operator and military doctor discuss the real path to warrior wellness-mental health, PTSD treatment, and breaking free from the broken healthcare system.
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2026-01-16 19:19:38 UTC

https://rumble.com/v74fajc-strength-from-within-veterans-on-mental-health-psilocybin-therapy-and-break.html
Strength From Within: Veterans on Mental Health, Psilocybin Therapy & Breaking Free of Big Pharma
Former Marine Force Recon operator and military doctor discuss the real path to warrior wellness-mental health, PTSD treatment, and breaking free from the broken healthcare system.

2026-01-09 16:44:38 UTC

https://rumble.com/v743fni-5th-generation-warfare-bitcoin-veterans-summit-2025.html
Fifth Generation Warfare Panel
Special Forces, SEALs & CIA Veterans on the Invisible War and Bitcoin’s Role in Fighting Back
In this powerful panel discussion, elite military and intelligence veterans pull no punches on Fifth Generation Warfare (5GW) – the omnipresent battlefield where disinformation, surveillance, bot farms, and perception manipulation wage war on every mind, civilian or combatant.
Panelists:
• Micah Dunford – U.S. Army Special Forces veteran
• Ken Egan – Former CIA officer, Bitcoin Policy Institute
• Mike Hobart – Bitcoin Veterans
• Randy Kelley – Navy SEAL veteran
These operators break down how warfare has evolved from trenches to total information dominance, why centralized fiat systems fuel endless influence operations, and how Bitcoin stands as the ultimate tool for decentralization, economic resilience, and individual sovereignty in this new era of unrestricted warfare.
From the Chinese “Unrestricted Warfare” doctrine to COVID-era narrative control and asset seizures – they expose the real threats and deliver actionable intel: guard your attention, tighten OPSEC, build community, and stack sats to opt out of the corrupted grid.
Essential viewing for anyone awake to the fight for freedom in the information age.
#5GW #Bitcoin #InformationWarfare #Veterans #Sovereignty

2025-11-12 17:18:00 UTC

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What a great event!! Huge shout out to @nprofile…astt for continuing to be such an amazing group to work with and providing us with so much support!!
Thank you to all the Bitcoin Veteran’s cadre who planned, coordinated and executed an amazing event. Thank you to everyone who showed up and participated, both Veterans and civilians alike.
Also, big thanks to @nprofile…y5ck for reposting and amplifying this message. We will be doing this again next year.
#GetOnTheMission

2025-11-10 21:42:13 UTC

Talking Freedom Tech at the Bitcoin Veterans Summit 2025
Get On The Mission!
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2025-11-10 21:33:04 UTC

@nprofile…624j on sorting the signal from the noise at the Bitcoin Veterans Summit 2025 at @nprofile…wds9
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2025-11-10 21:27:33 UTC

Shane Hazel talking the Bitcoin Veterans Mission at the Bitcoin Veterans Summit 2025 at @nprofile…wds9
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2025-11-10 17:45:01 UTC

Bitcoin Veterans Summit 2025
Presentation on Christ, Satoshi, and War
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”
Ephesians 6:12
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2025-11-10 02:40:55 UTC

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Nashville and great question. Why aren’t you here?!

2025-11-10 02:39:00 UTC

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₿e Peaceful, Not Harmless

2025-11-10 01:15:53 UTC

@npub1szn…9297 is running a Telehash during Bitcoin Veterans Summit 2025 at @nprofile…uhmu
Use the QR Code and put your hash rate to work supporting Veterans this Veteran’s Day week
Can’t wait to see everyone at the Park tomorrow!
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2025-11-09 21:52:56 UTC

The Veterans are arriving in Nashville for the Bitcoin Veterans Summit 2025 at @nprofile…95j2
Two days of expert panels, workshops, and gun ranges
#BePeacefulNotHarmless
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2025-11-05 00:25:29 UTC

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SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT
Bitcoin Veterans is proud to welcome @nprofile…tfje as a CONFERENCE SPEAKER at The 2025 Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us November 10th at Bitcoin Park in Nashville! Civilians and veterans are all welcome!
#BTC #BitcoinVeterans @nprofile…lw26
Wahid is a seasoned technology leader who left a Fortune 10 Big Tech career to advance financial freedom through Bitcoin. With 15 years of experience driving digital transformation and managing multi-billion-dollar programs, he now focuses on Bitcoin education, Lightning onboarding, and financial
literacy, empowering individuals and organizations to build more sovereign communities on the Bitcoin Standard.
Be part of history and secure your spot at the second ever Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us for an immersive experience at the intersection of Bitcoin, technology, resilience, and community-building. You DO NOT need to be a veteran to attend!
Ticket for the Summit, Nov 10: pay.zaprite.com/pl_OaQWZlsHZu
Ticket for the Range Day, Nov 11: pay.zaprite.com/pl_QfYFePMsK2
Ticket for both events (best deal!): pay.zaprite.com/pl_TJMeV0bYv2

2025-10-25 11:38:21 UTC

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Be part of history and secure your spot at the second ever Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us for an immersive experience at the intersection of Bitcoin, technology, resilience, and community-building. You DO NOT need to be a veteran to attend!
Ticket for the Summit, Nov 10: pay.zaprite.com/pl_OaQWZlsHZu
Ticket for the Range Day, Nov 11: pay.zaprite.com/pl_QfYFePMsK2
Ticket for both events (best deal!): pay.zaprite.com/pl_TJMeV0bYv2

2025-10-25 11:37:24 UTC

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2025-10-25 11:35:44 UTC

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SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT
Bitcoin Veterans is proud to welcome MicroSeed as a SPONSOR of The 2025 Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us November 10th at Bitcoin Park in Nashville! Civilians and veterans are all welcome!
#BTC #BitcoinVeterans @nprofile…lw26
Tickets are in the link below!

2025-10-24 21:29:55 UTC

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2025-10-24 21:29:26 UTC

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@nprofile…ernn is a USAF veteran turned ethical hacker and Bitcoin advocate, founder of the Central Pennsylvania Bitcoiners meetup, and host of both @nprofile…pds8 and @nprofile…68jk Radio podcasts.

2025-10-24 21:26:39 UTC

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Bitcoin Veterans is proud to welcome @nprofile…ernn as a CONFERENCE SPEAKER at The
2025 Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us November 10th at Bitcoin Park in Nashville! Civilians and veterans are all welcome!
#BTC @nprofile…lw26
Tickets are in the link below!

2025-10-24 21:18:29 UTC

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SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT
Bitcoin Veterans is proud to welcome Virginia Freedom Tech as a SPONSOR of The 2025 Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us November 10th at Bitcoin Park in Nashville! Civilians and veterans are all welcome!
#BTC #BitcoinVeterans @nprofile…lw26
Virginia Freedom Tech is the premier freedom tech company in Virginia focused on education and enabling the next generation of sovereign individuals and communities.
Virginia Freedom Tech: virginiafreedom.tech

2025-10-22 10:11:31 UTC

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2025-10-22 10:10:58 UTC

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@nprofile…55lh is a former Green Beret turned antiwar activist and co-founder of Bitcoin Veterans, who, after deployments to Iraq, Turkey, and Syria, now champions Bitcoin as a mission-critical tool for protecting individual and societal liberty.

2025-10-22 10:09:41 UTC

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SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT
Bitcoin Veterans is proud to welcome @nprofile…wnt3 as a CONFERENCE SPEAKER at The 2025 Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us November 10th at Bitcoin Park in Nashville! Civilians and veterans are all welcome!
#BTC #BitcoinVeterans @nprofile…lw26
Tickets are in the link below!

2025-10-21 22:21:09 UTC

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2025-10-21 22:20:45 UTC

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Average Gary is a former U.S. Navy Chief Cryptologic Technician, Bitcoin advocate, and cadre member of the Bitcoin Veterans non-profit, who leads community meet-ups and freedom-tech initiatives intersecting decentralised money, communications, and locality.

2025-10-21 22:20:16 UTC

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SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT
Bitcoin Veterans is proud to welcome @nprofile…mks7 as a CONFERENCE SPEAKER at The 2025 Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us November 10th at Bitcoin Park in Nashville! Civilians and veterans are all welcome!
#BTC #BitcoinVeterans @nprofile…lw26
Tickets are in the link below!

2025-10-21 20:28:04 UTC

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2025-10-21 20:27:28 UTC

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@nprofile…v5rr is a co-founder of Bitcoin Veterans and founder of @nprofile…0kz8 is a pioneering human capital and leadership professional who created the nation’s first state-approved Bitcoin education program for veterans, dedicated to empowering service members through education, liberty, and sound money.
Operation Bitcoin: operationbitcoin.io

2025-10-21 20:26:10 UTC

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@nprofile…lw26

2025-10-21 20:25:22 UTC

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SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT
Bitcoin Veterans is proud to welcome @nprofile…v5rr Lord as a CONFERENCE SPEAKER at The 2025 Bitcoin Veterans Summit!
Join us November 10th at Bitcoin Park in Nashville! Civilians and veterans are all welcome!
#BTC #BitcoinVeterans @BitcoinPark_
Tickets are in the link below!

2025-09-18 11:02:38 UTC

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2025-09-15 15:03:46 UTC

‼️SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES NOW AVAILABLE‼️
For Bitcoin Veterans Summit 2025 at @nprofile…lw26 in Nashville November 10-11.
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2025-09-08 11:32:30 UTC

@nprofile…mks7 dropping his above average knowledge on @nprofile…pds8 is the only way to start the week.
https://fountain.fm/episode/d4ZwIkQqH1LLwlDBHNHy

2025-09-01 03:01:32 UTC

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PEACEFUL NOT HARMLESS

2025-08-02 02:30:32 UTC

Bitcoin Veteran @nprofile…cl7n being his brilliant self. ✊
https://youtu.be/9_jwmFzhyr8

2025-07-31 00:18:46 UTC

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Bitcoin Veteran @nprofile…tzgm and @nprofile…hcug.
Say less.
#nevent1q…kv9s

2025-07-24 18:04:16 UTC

https://bitcoinveterans.org/summit2025/
https://video.nostr.build/a7f990a2d84fa5a033dbc297f5e85c4aabdf41cc5289bc746656281c3a0d988a.mp4

2025-05-24 18:40:54 UTC

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LFG✊✊✊
#nevent1q…d7p7

2025-05-07 21:47:42 UTC

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2025-05-07 20:16:51 UTC

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2025-05-07 19:49:34 UTC

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2025-04-22 01:29:00 UTC

**BITCOIN VETERANS – Q1 SITREP**\
*Date: 31 MAR 2025*\
*Prepared For: Command & Community*\
*Tone: Serious, Motivational*
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**MISSION STATUS:**\
Bitcoin Veterans continue to execute the mission across the homeland and abroad. From mining operations to educational deployments, media engagements, and nonprofit mobilizations—our troops remain active, effective, and inspired. The battlefield is ideas. The enemy is ignorance, coercion, and centralized decay. Morale is high. Mission tempo is increasing.
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### **INTEL: MEDIA + MESSAGING**
- **BV Mentioned: POD256 EP65** – *“How Bad Chainalysis Data Hurts Freedom Technology”*\
➤ Broadcast via Fountain.fm: [Listen Here](https://fountain.fm/episode/gKJ3Ujv2IQHRyWIfU1we)
---
### **UNIT REPORTS**
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**BV TIM & JEFF (Illinois Frontline)**
- Continue leading the *Lincolnland Bitcoin Meetup* (monthly since 2020).
- Sponsored a local youth baseball travel team.
- Co-founding the *Illinois Bitcoin Council*, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit for Bitcoin education, advocacy, and collaboration.\
➤ Mission expanding beyond community. Building statewide operational capability.
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**BV WAHID (Cohort 2501 / Training Pipeline)**
- Enlisted in *Operation Bitcoin Cohort 2501* to deepen and share knowledge.
- Deployed a *NerdQAxe home miner*, actively contributing to OCEAN.\
➤ Demonstrating initiative and technical capability.
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**BV “A” (Multi-Theater Operator)**
- Authored a whitepaper on using the Lightning Network for global Christian mission support. [Read It](https://www.scribd.com/document/833663024)
- Participated in the *Heatpunk Summit* (Denver). Returned to build a garage-heated mining setup (70Th/s, LuxOS-regulated).
- Acquired BitAxe Game for solo mining. Networked through BV.
- Currently job-seeking in the Bitcoin industry; background in biz dev and account management.
- Supporting *BitcoinBay.live* (501c3) with outreach, funding, and partnerships in Tampa Bay region.\
➤ Secured banner placement on the Tampa Riverwalk.\
➤ Connected Bitcoin Bay with Tampa Club for sponsorship event.
- Maintains leadership role in *Jefferson, GA Meetup*
- Exploring *HAM radio* with local mentor—preparing for long-range decentralized comms.
- Active on *Nostr*, sharing faith and daily devotionals.
- Operating 2x BitAxe miners (3.5Gh/s) with plans to donate hash to BV pool.
**Quote:** *“Thank the president for cheap sats.”*
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**AIR FORCE BV**
- Operating a *BitAxe* rig from office—quiet, steady, mission-aligned.
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**BV GREENY**
- Operational activity logged: [Satellite Earth Node](https://blob.satellite.earth/091b0bb63f873c6f99ce9e96a37894b7c6cbb6088830a9191a9179cf9e0355cc)
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**BV BART G (Bismarck Theater)**
- Host of *Bismarck Bitcoin Meetups*, now held at The Innovation Barn.\
➤ Q1 focus: Chapters 1–5 of My First Bitcoin (MFB) Diploma Workbook.
- Presented at *1 Million Cups* small biz event, educating community.
- Launched *Bitcoin Research Club* at Bismarck State College.\
➤ First MFB student nearing graduation.\
➤ Presented during *Financial Wellness Week* on campus.\
➤ Acquired travel grants + fundraiser success for attending *Bitcoin Educators Unconference* in Nashville (April 8–10).
- Heating garage with 10Th/s Heatbit miner.\
➤ Integration of education, mining, and heating—high-value tactical execution.
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**BV MONTANI (Appalachia Operations / Media Command)**
- Established *HODL in the Holler* – WV-based Bitcoin meetup network expanding through Appalachia.
- **Documentary Ops:**\
➤ Bitcoin Veterans Doc: credits being compiled.\
➤ Invited to **Bitcoin Film Festival, Warsaw** (May 22–25).\
➤ Prepping new *Bitcoin Alaska* documentary and event.\
\- Featuring Simply Bitcoin, Get Based & others.
- Built 2x Loki mining rigs (Slim19, Nakamoto).
- Launching hardware redistribution campaign for hash donations to BV pool.\
➤ Contact Rick (Montani) or Dr. Nickamoto for miner logistics.
- Partnering with *Bitcoin Sports Network* for *Memorial Day Kickoff* in Vegas (May 26).\
➤ 10% proceeds to *Operation Bitcoin*.
- *(Mining Pod announcement pending command approval)*
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**BV NEAL FLESHER (Literary Command / Moral Intel Division)**
- Finalizing publication of **Modern Chains** (66K words)\
➤ “From Mesopotamia to the Federal Reserve, slavery has evolved… Bitcoin offers real emancipation.”\
➤ A powerful narrative weaving history, philosophy, and monetary truth.\
➤ Published by En Route Books & Media.
- Message to the force:\
*“Leadership is being seen. Standing tall. It’s going to take real leadership to guide communities through this monetary hellscape. BV is uniquely positioned to support.”*
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### **ASSESSMENT**
Morale: HIGH\
Activity: ACTIVE\
Community Engagement: WIDESPREAD\
Technical Deployment: INCREASING\
Public Narrative: GAINING GROUND\
Recruitment Potential: STRONG
---
**FINAL WORD**
The mission is long. The terrain is hostile. But we are not civilians—we are Bitcoin Veterans. Our strength is in each other, our conviction, and our ability to take action at the edge. We do not wait for permission. We lead. We build. We hash. And we *never* forget what we’re fighting for.
**End of Report – Q1 2025**\
*Prepared by: AN AVERAGE BITCOIN VETERAN*\
**For Internal Use Only – Bitcoin Veterans** 🟧

2025-02-05 16:57:50 UTC

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2025-01-21 13:35:33 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 880,208
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 21Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Trump Inaugurated, Starts EO Marathon / South Korean President Yoon In Court / Taliban-US Prisoner Exchange / Houthis Say Will Target Only Israeli Ships Now / Jan 6th Prisoners Pardoned / Rubio Approved For SECSTATE / CBP Officer Shot, Killed in VT / Winter Storm Blankets South / Trump Ghosts Crypto, Bitcoin on 1st Day / Vivek Bows Out of DOGE / Trump MemeCoins Crash / Rumble Buys 1st Bitcoin / TradFi Markets Unsteady / CIA Analyst Guilty of Passing Data / TikToc Alive, For Now
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,742, 38.16 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,965 / Lo: $100,103
Vol: $103B (Down 9%)
Mkt Cap: $2.07T (Down 2%)
HashRate: 779 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Down 62%)
Nodes: 21,469
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. South Korea's Yoon defends actions at impeachment hearing over martial law decree: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol attended on Tuesday a Constitutional Court hearing of his impeachment trial where he denied ordering military commanders to drag lawmakers out of parliament during his short-lived bid to impose martial law. His lawyers outlined arguments in defence of Yoon's martial law declaration, saying it was meant to sound the alarm over abuses committed by the opposition Democratic Party. (Reuters)
2. Afghan Taliban Government Announces Prisoner Swap With US: The Taliban government said Tuesday it had released American citizens from prison in return for an Afghan fighter held in the United States, in a deal brokered by Qatar. The family of US citizen Ryan Corbett, who was detained by the Taliban in 2022, confirmed he was released and expressed "overwhelming gratitude" that he was coming home. US media named William McKenty as the second American detainee, noting little was known about what he was doing in Afghanistan and that his family had asked the US government for privacy in his case. (IBTimes)
3. Yemen’s Houthis signal they’ll now limit their attacks in the Red Sea corridor to Israeli ships: Yemen’s Houthi rebels signaled Monday they now will limit their attacks in the Red Sea corridor to only Israeli-affiliated ships after a ceasefire began in the Gaza Strip, but warned wider assaults could resume if needed. (AP)
-US Events-
1. Supporters Rally Outside D.C. Jail After Trump Pardons J6ers: Demonstrators rally outside the Central Detention Facility, also known as the D.C. Jail, after President Donald Trump pardoned and commuted thousands sentences of participants in the January 6 Capitol riot. (Breitbart) (AC-There are a large number of executive orders signed by President Trump, many of which has significant ramifications globally.
2. First Trump Cabinet Pick Approved: Senate Confirms Marco Rubio as Secretary of State: The U.S. Senate confirmed Rubio in a 99-0 vote, with his former colleagues voicing no opposition to the appointment. (Breitbart)
3. US Border Patrol agent killed in Vermont traffic stop: The DHS said that a Border Patrol agent was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Coventry, Vermont on Monday at 3:15 p.m. Coventry is near the U.S.-Canada border. During the traffic stop, two suspects were in the car. Officials confirmed that one of the suspects was dead. (Fox)
4. Dangerous 'rare winter storm' hits Gulf Coast as it braces for historic snowfall: "A bitterly cold airmass will remain in place for much of the South and eastern U.S. over the next couple of days," the National Weather Service said early Tuesday in a forecast as it advised the public about the prospect of heavy snow, freezing rain and a “significant winter storm.” (NBC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto Absent from President Trump's First Day Executive Orders: President Donald Trump's second term began without any mention of crypto in his inaugural speech or executive actions, disappointing the community. Despite expectations, he did not address key issues like a Bitcoin reserve or the SEC's rule "SAB 121." The absence of immediate action has left the crypto industry in limbo, with market optimism dampened by the president's silence. (Decrypt)
2. Vivek Ramaswamy exits DOGE role as Elon Musk takes control: Ramaswamy announced this in a Jan. 20 post on X, stating that he would no longer co-lead DOGE, a department focused on streamlining US government operations. Observers believe Ramaswamy may be preparing to launch a gubernatorial campaign, although he has yet to confirm these reports. (CryptoSlate)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Trump Meme Coins Crash Following US Presidential Inauguration: First Lady Melania Trump’s newly launched meme coin, Melania Meme (MELANIA), has fallen more than 60% from its debut high. MELANIA now sits with a market cap of $625.5 million, per CoinGecko data. At the same time, Donald Trump’s meme coin, Official Trump (TRUMP), also took a sharp hit, falling 43% to $45 from a peak of $73.43 earlier in the week. Billed as a collectible and entertainment token, the project’s FAQ noted it is “not a financial instrument or investment.” (Decrypt) (AC-Don't shitcoin.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Rumble Makes First Bitcoin Purchase As Part of $20 Million Strategy: In the short X post, Pavlovski said, “On Friday, Rumble $RUM made its first-ever purchase of bitcoin. It won’t be the last.” (BitcoinCom)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Futures Point to Gains at the Open, Trump Eyed: US stock futures edged higher on Tuesday, with contracts on the three major indexes gaining about 0.4% as traders prepared for Donald Trump’s second administration. On his first day in office yesterday, Trump took several steps to advance his agenda but refrained from immediately imposing tariffs, as many had anticipated. However, he later indicated plans to introduce a 25% levy on Mexico and Canada while avoiding mention of China. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Ex-CIA Analyst Pleads Guilty to Sharing Top-Secret Data: Asif William Rahman, 34, of Vienna, was an employee of the CIA since 2016 and had a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). He was charged with two counts of unlawfully transmitting NDI in November 2024 following his arrest. Multiple reports from Axios and CNN revealed around that time that the release was linked to Israel's plans to attack Iran. (HackerNews
-Technology and Science-
1. Trump has tossed TikTok a lifeline. But China’s not happy : Trump issued a 45-day pause in the TikToc ban, but in China, where TikTok’s parent company is based, the reception has been less positive, largely because Trump has suggested he could require the company to give up a 50% stake to avert a shutdown and suggested tariffs on Chinese goods could hinge on whether Beijing approves a potential future deal. (CNN)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 76/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): There are a large number of executive orders signed by President Trump, many of which has significant ramifications globally. As many as 200 more are expected to be signed over the next few days. We will give updates on the most significant ones as information continues to flow.
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Analyst: BV2A
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2025-01-16 13:47:45 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 879,497
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 16Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Not Quite Yet on Hamas Hostages Deal / Detained President Yoon Stays Quiet / Biden Gives Dark Speech on Way Out / LA Fires Dwindle / DOJ to Give $9B of Bitcoin Back to Bitfinex / Oklahoma Latest State to Vote on Bitcoin Reserve / Eight US Blockchain Lobby Group Unite / Trump May Consider Other Crypto Reserves / Several Argentina Companies Have Bitcoin Reserves / World Liberty Positions for Crypto Boom / CPI Say Inflation Slowing Down, Wall Street Likes It / LinkedIn "Recruiters" May Be NK Spies / Bezos Puts Rocket in Space
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $99,094, 36.12 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $100,781 / Lo: $96,814
Vol: $58B (Up 16%)
Mkt Cap: $1.99T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 735 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Down 33%)
Nodes: 21,198
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Netanyahu says ‘last minute crisis’ with Hamas holding up approval of Gaza truce and hostage deal: Netanyahu began signaling there were issues with the deal just hours after U.S. President Joe Biden and key mediator Qatar announced it was complete. The objection created a dual reality: War-weary Palestinians in Gaza, the relatives of hostages held there and world leaders all welcomed an agreement, expected to begin Sunday, even as Netanyahu said it was not yet finalized. The deal announced Wednesday would see a scores of hostages held in Gaza released and a pause in fighting with a view to eventually wind down a 15-month war that has destabilized the Middle East and sparked worldwide protests. (AP)
2. Detained South Korean President Yoon refuses second day of questioning: South Korea’s arrested President Yoon Suk Yeol failed to attend a second day of questioning by investigators on Thursday, further stonewalling a criminal investigation into whether he committed insurrection with his martial law bid. Authorities have 48 hours to question the suspended president, after which they must release him or seek a warrant to detain him for up to 20 days. (NBC)
-US Events-
1. Biden Warns US Heading For 'Oligarchy' Under Trump, Musk In Dark Farewell Speech: U.S. President Joe Biden urged Americans Wednesday to "stand guard" against a "dangerous" oligarchy forming under Donald Trump as he delivered a dark farewell address before stepping down next week. Biden also warned of the dangers of AI, saying that America must take the "lead" over China on the transformative technology, and said that "powerful forces" threatened his climate achievements. (IBTimes)
2. Los Angeles wildfires: As winds ease, officials warn residents ‘not out of the woods yet’: A window of dangerous fire weather conditions has closed, but firefighters battling the Los Angeles blazes are still contending with “extreme hazards and the potential for fire growth,” a Cal Fire official said. Forecasters warn another round of Santa Ana Winds are expected early next week. But even for those whose homes were not destroyed, getting back to their neighborhoods may be delayed by the critical work of removing hazardous debris. That cleanup process could take three to six months. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Department of Justice Orders Return of $9 Billion in Bitcoin From 2016 Bitfinex Hack: The DoJ stated that the recovered Bitcoin from the 2016 Bitfinex hack, valued at $9 billion today, should be returned to the exchange as there are no specific victims. Despite efforts to reimburse customers, some have contested the claim of being fully compensated. (Decrypt)
2. Oklahoma lawmaker proposes bill for state to invest in bitcoin: Oklahoma Representative Cody Maynard announced on Wednesday that “House Bill 1203,” or the “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act,” seeks to allow the state’s savings accounts and pension funds to invest in cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin. Representatives from states, including Texas, Pennsylvania and Ohio, have recently pushed to build bitcoin reserves in their respective states. (TheBlock)
3. Eight U.S. Blockchain Lobby Groups Unite Ahead of Trump's Crypto Friendly Regime: Blockchain associations from eight U.S. states announced on Tuesday the creation of the North American Blockchain Association (NABA), an organization aiming to provide cohesive crypto policy recommendations to the federal government. Members include the Texas Blockchain Council, the Alabama Blockchain Alliance, the California Blockchain Advocacy Coalition, the Florida Blockchain Business Association, the Ohio Blockchain Council, the Pennsylvania Blockchain Coalition, the Virginia Blockchain Council and the Washington Technology Industry Association Cascadia Blockchain Council. (CoinDesk)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Donald Trump Open to Having XRP, Solana and USDC Strategic Reserves: The latest report from New York Post shows that Donald Trump and his transition team are preparing to issue pro-crypto executive orders which will also include repealing the controversial crypto accounting policy aka SAB 121. A source familiar with the matter said that one idea that’s causing more controversy is the idea of having an America-first strategic reserve. This means that the Trump transition team would prioritize cryptocurrencies founded in the US such as XRP, Solana, and the USDC stablecoin for strategic reserves. (CoinGape) (AC-Single source speculative reporting is not high on the reliability scale. This could be an influence tactic or actual truth that it's being "considered". Probability lies in the former.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin Fever Reaches Corporate Argentina: These Unicorns Already Hold BTC: The so-called “bitcoin standard” pushed by Michael Saylor, using Microstrategy as its corporate driver, is becoming popular. Companies like Semler Scientific, Genius Group, Metaplanet, and KULR are diversifying their reserves using BTC. The Argentine company that holds the most bitcoin is, unsurprisingly, Bitfarms, a BTC miner. The mining company owns nearly 870 BTC as part of its operations. Mercado Libre, one of the largest e-tailers in Latam, is the second Argentine company with the most bitcoin, storing 412 BTC in its vaults. Finally, Globant, an IT and software engineering company, possesses 15 BTC. (BitcoinCOM) (AC-Just a reminder that BTC is a global phenomena, and US reporting is incomplete.)
2. World Liberty Financial Swaps $10 Million Bitcoin for Ethereum: World Liberty Financial, associated with the Trump family, exchanged 103 wrapped BTC for 3,075 ETH on Jan. 14, transferring $61.4 million worth of ETH to various wallets, including Coinbase Prime. The exchange clarified that these movements were for business purposes, not token sales, reducing its portfolio from $83 million to $17.27 million. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Inflation Rate Rises for Third Month, but Core Rate Slows: The annual inflation rate in the US rose for a 3rd consecutive month to 2.9% in December 2024 from 2.7% in November, in line with market expectations. (TradingEconomics)
2. Wall Street Rallies After CPI Report, Bank Earnings: The three major US stock indices posted their biggest daily gains in over two months on Wednesday, driven by strong bank earnings and lower-than-expected core inflation data. The S&P 500 gained 1.8%, the Dow Jones advanced 703 points, or 1.6%, and the Nasdaq 100 surged 2.4%. The CPI report showed progress toward the Fed's 2% inflation target, with core CPI rising 3.2% yoy, down from 3.3% in November. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Lazarus Group Targets Web3 Developers with Fake LinkedIn Profiles in Operation 99: The North Korea-linked Lazarus Group has been attributed to a new cyber attack campaign dubbed Operation 99 that targeted software developers looking for freelance Web3 and cryptocurrency work to deliver malware. "The campaign begins with fake recruiters, posing on platforms like LinkedIn, luring developers with project tests and code reviews." (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin launches massive New Glenn rocket on first test flight: Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket on its first test flight, sending a prototype satellite into orbit thousands of miles above Earth. The New Glenn rocket, named after John Glenn, took off from Florida and successfully reached orbit 13 minutes later, receiving praise from Elon Musk. The mission is part of Blue Origin's plans for six to eight flights this year, with future missions expected to send spacecraft to Mars. (GroundNews)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 75/100 (Up 5 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2025-01-16 10:52:19 UTC

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2025-01-15 02:49:46 UTC

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2025-01-14 23:51:26 UTC

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2025-01-14 13:37:30 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 879,221
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 14Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Gaza Peace Talks Making Progress / South Korean President Impeached, Still Bunkered / US Sanctions Russian O&G Sector / Hegseth Confirmation Begins / Looters Arrested in LA / Trump Readies Crypto EO / NY, BOE Collaborate on Crypto Regs / Tether Follows Rumble to El Salvador / First Bank Buys Bitcoin in Italy / Allstate Spied on American's Movements / Tik Tok Out, RedNote In / US Tightens AI Chip Exports / Starlink, T-Mobile Step Up in LA / BTC Shrimps Buying More / Bukele Wants a Node in Every Home
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $95,807, 35.96 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $97,352 / Lo: $89,260
Vol: $64B (Up 40%)
Mkt Cap: $1.89T (Up 5%)
HashRate: 771 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 8 sats/vBtye (Up 12%)
Nodes: 21,176
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel to release 50 Palestinian prisoners including 30 serving life sentences for each female soldier hostage: According to a draft of the deal being negotiated between Israel and Hamas, Israel will pay a steep price to secure the release of female soldiers being held hostage. The three-phase agreement would begin with the gradual release of 33 hostages over a six-week period, including women, children, older adults and wounded civilians, in exchange for potentially hundreds of Palestinian women and children imprisoned by Israel. (TimesOfIsrael)
2. Top aide of impeached South Korean president pleads for investigators to halt detention efforts: Presidential Chief of Staff Chung Jin-suk said President Yoon could instead be questioned at a “third site” or at his residence and said the anti-corruption agency and police were trying to drag him out like he was a member of a “South American drug cartel.” Yoon Suk Yeol has not left his official residence in Seoul for weeks, and the presidential security service prevented dozens of investigators from detaining him after a nearly six-hour standoff on Jan. 3. (AP)
3. US targets Russia’s oil sector with ‘sweeping’ sanctions: The sanctions on Friday targeted two major Russian oil producers and 183 vessels that help transport the petrol, as well as 80 individuals and entities involved in the production and export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia. The sanctioned companies include Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas, two of Russia’s largest oil companies. (AlJazeera)
-US Events-
1. Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth expected to face contentious confirmation hearing: Hegseth's past includes allegations of sexual assault and controversial views on women in combat, which he has softened in recent meetings. He has promised not to drink alcohol if confirmed and has support from some veterans' groups. The hearing is part of a weeklong review of Trump's cabinet choices, with potential opposition from both sides of the aisle. (GroundNews)
2. Nine Charged as Looting Surges in Wake of L.A. Wildfires: The affluent Pacific Palisades, devastated by the fire that raged there last week, has been a particular target. Many neighborhoods were destroyed, but some homes remain intact — enticing looters. The latest charges include for one burglary that netted $200,000 and one in which an Emmy statuette was stolen, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman told reporters. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. President-elect Trump Plans to Issue a Crypto Executive Order, Starting With a Presidential Crypto Council: Sources indicate that President-elect Donald Trump is expected to issue a crypto-related executive order, establishing a presidential crypto council and instructing the SEC to repeal a rule discouraging American banks from holding crypto. Additional orders may follow to address more complex issues in the crypto industry. (Decrypt)
2. New York and Bank of England collaborate to align global crypto regulations: The New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has announced a partnership with the Bank of England (BOE) to launch an international regulatory initiative aimed at harmonizing crypto regulations. The program, known as the Transatlantic Regulatory Exchange (TRE), is designed to promote collaboration, share expertise, and align regulatory approaches for digital assets and emerging payment systems. (CryptoSlate)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Tether Relocating to El Salvador After Receiving Stablecoin Issuer License: Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, described this move as a natural progression that will allow the company to strengthen its focus on emerging markets. (BitcoinCom)
2. Intesa Sanpaolo Becomes the First Italian Bank to Invest Directly in Bitcoin: Intesa Sanpaolo, Italy's largest banking group, has made a significant move by purchasing 11 Bitcoins for approximately 1 million euros, marking the first direct investment in crypto by an Italian bank. The acquisition was confirmed by the bank's press office following leaked internal communication earlier in the day. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Treasury Yield Stabilizes: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held steady around 4.79%, maintaining its highest level since October 2023 after climbing over 20 basis points since the start of the year. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Texas sues Allstate, alleging it violated data privacy rights of 45 million Americans: Texas’ attorney general is suing the insurance giant Allstate and its subsidiary Arity for allegedly illegally collecting, using and selling cell phone location and movement data belonging to more than 45 million Americans without their knowledge. Allstate has harvested trillions of miles of that data from Americans’ cellphones through “secretly embedded” software Arity pays millions of dollars to place in mobile apps that track consumers’ driving data, state Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Monday. By failing to give consumers notice or get their consent for gathering and selling the sensitive data, Allstate violated Texas’ new Data Privacy and Security Act. Last fall, Texas also warned six apps listed on Arity’s website as apparent partners that they were violating the state’s data privacy law. Those apps are: GasBuddy, Life360, Miles, MyRadar, SiriusXM and Tapestri. (TheRecord)
-Technology and Science-
1. TikTok Ban Spurs US Surge to Chinese App RedNote: In response to the impending TikTok ban on January 19, 2025, TikTok users are migrating en masse to the Chinese app RedNote, also known as Xiaohongshu. The migration to RedNote could significantly alter the social media landscape in the U.S., as millions of TikTok users seek alternatives. (GroundNews)
2. US Tightens AI Chip Exports Restrictions Ahead of Trump's Inauguration: Announced just days before Donald Trump’s transition as the President, the “Interim Final Rule on Artificial Intelligence Diffusion” seeks to maintain U.S. dominance in AI while preventing adversaries such as from exploiting advanced systems for malicious purposes. The restrictions impose caps on the number of advanced graphics processing units and other AI-related technologies that can be exported to most countries. (Decrypt)
3, Starlink, T-Mobile Direct-to-Cell Service Now Live for Los Angeles Wildfire Victims After Network Loss: This technology offers a satellite-to-phone connection for the victims of the natural disaster, with the residents given a chance to send text messages to first responders and family members to give knowledge of their statuses and whereabouts. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Shrimps Back To Buying: Supply Share Hits 6.9%: The “Shrimps” refer to the smallest of hands in the BTC market, who carry less than one full token of the cryptocurrency in their wallet balance. The Bitcoin Shrimp Supply has registered an increase recently and has reached a value of 1.36 million BTC, which is equivalent to around 6.9% of the entire circulating supply of the asset. The pattern would imply the Shrimps took some of their profits at the high prices. (Bitcoinist)
2. President Bukele Plans Bitcoin Nodes in Every Home: Max Keiser spoke about President Nayib Bukele’s bold vision to introduce a Bitcoin node at every home thereby setting up global precedence in crypto adoption. The broader goal here is to promote economic decentralization and promote financial inclusion. Additionally, it also seeks to promote a decentralized nation-state model in the country. (CoinGape)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 63/100 (Up 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2025-01-13 14:55:26 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 879,078
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Hamas Deal May Be in Works / Captured NK Soldiers May be Traded by Ukraine / Hindus Gather in India / 24 Now Confirmed Dead in LA Fires / Hegseth Set for SECDEF Confirmation Hearing Tuesday / New Recordings of FDIC Detail Chokepoint 2.0 / New Treasury Secretary to Divest From Bitcoin / Sen. Lummis to Head New Digital Asset Subcommittee / North Dakota Joins States Exploring Bitcoin Reserve / US Distilling Company Joins Others With Bitcoin Reserve / Hot Jobs Report Tamps Equities, Bitcoin / X Account Hacks Proliferate / OpenAI Squashes Gun Turret Engineer Project / Bitcoin Mining Difficulty at ATH
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $91,502, 34.27 oz Gold, .21 Median US House
24hr Hi: $95,837 / Lo: $90,183
Vol: $45B (Down 4%)
Mkt Cap: $1.81T (Up 147%)
HashRate: 764 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 7 sats/vBtye (Up 40%)
Nodes: 20,672
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Hamas ‘very close to an agreement’ with Israel while key sticking points remain: Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said Monday that Israel is working hard to reach a deal in the ongoing negotiations being hosted in the Qatari capital of Doha, and that “progress was made.” (CNN)
2. Ukraine Displays Captured North Korean Soldiers, Wants to Trade Kim Jong-un for Its People in Russia: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky published a video on social media on Sunday of two men Ukraine claims are North Korean soldiers captured on the front lines of the Russian invasion, allegedly fighting without having been told they were going to war. (Breitbart)
3. World's Largest Religious Gathering, Maha Kumbh Mela, Begins in India: The Maha Kumbh Mela, the largest religious gathering globally, commenced today in Prayagraj, attracting millions of Hindu devotees who believe that bathing in the sacred confluence of rivers Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati absolves them of sins. (GroundNews)
-US Events-
1. Death toll rises to 24 in LA wildfires, more wind expected: The death toll from wildfires in Los Angeles has risen to 24, with 16 people still missing, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions, predicting winds up to 70 mph, which could worsen the fires. About 150,000 people remain under evacuation orders, with over 700 individuals seeking refuge in shelters. California Governor Gavin Newsom pledged to fast-track rebuilding efforts and ensure no increase in property tax assessments for affected residents. (GroundNews) (AC-No increase in taxes?)
2. Hegseth's Defense Secretary Confirmation Hearing Set for Tuesday: Pete Hegseth is scheduled for a Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, for the position of U.S. Secretary of Defense. His nomination has sparked significant public engagement, with veterans rallying in Washington D.C. to support him. There is also controversy surrounding his nomination due to his background and political affiliations, drawing both strong support and criticism from various quarters. (Various) (AC-The reporting on this issue is so vehemently anti-Hegseth that finding the facts of the confirmation hearing was difficult. The establishment does NOT want Hegseth in this position.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. FDIC Operation Chokepoint 2.0: ‘Bone-Chilling’ Allegations Continue—Vendettas, Secret Arrangements, and Fear of Crypto: Allegations exposing the FDIC as part of Operation Chokepoint 2.0 continue, as whistleblowers affirm they have accessed recordings in which crypto organizations and influencers are targeted. The agency’s future, should crypto adoption grow, was also discussed. FDIC members stated that their dedicated media team would allow them to win any case, and mocked several crypto detractors, including Castle Island Ventures partner Nic Carter. Also, FDIC executives discussed several ways of sidestepping FOIA requests, including mislabeling documents and including attorneys in meetings to claim attorney-client privilege. (BitcoinCom)
2. Treasury Secretary Nominee Bessent to Divest Assets, Including BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary nominee, is preparing to divest assets, including his stake in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, following Federal ethics guidelines. Bessent's portfolio, worth $521 million, includes various investments like U.S. Treasury bills, ETFs, and commodities. Questions arise about whether he will divest from IBIT. (Decrypt)
3. 'Bitcoin Senator' Lummis to Lead Senate Subcommittee on Digital Assets: Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis is reportedly set to lead a new subcommittee on digital assets, an offshoot of the Senate Banking Committee. South Carolina's Tim Scott, the new chairman, has expressed support for crypto's potential to democratize finance. The House of Representatives also has a similar subcommittee under new leadership. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. North Dakota Takes First Steps Towards State Bitcoin Reserve: Resolution 3001 introduced by North Dakota State Legislature aims to diversify state investments by including digital assets. The resolution, if passed, would direct the State Treasurer to allocate funds for digital asset investments. (Decrypt)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Publicly Traded Heritage Distilling Reveals Bitcoin Plans: Heritage Distilling, a Nasdaq-traded spirits firm, plans to adopt Bitcoin as a strategic asset and for payments, following in the footsteps of other public companies like MicroStrategy. The company's CEO stated they are recognizing the growing number of consumers using Bitcoin regularly. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Treasury Yield Approaches 4.8%: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note neared 4.8% to start the second week of the year, its highest level since October 2023, after rising 17 bps last week. Similarly, the yield on the 30-year Treasury surpassed 5% for the first time in over a year. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Equities Tumble After Jobs Report: US Equities closed sharply lower on Friday, following a stronger-than-expected jobs report that dampened expectations for further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in 2025. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both dropped 1.5%, while the Dow Jones plunged almost 700 points. The December jobs report showed a robust labor market, with 256,000 new jobs and a decline in the unemployment rate to 4.1%, surpassing forecasts. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. String of X hijacks continues as hackers access accounts of Litecoin, Foresight Ventures, and others: Litecoin's X account was compromised on Saturday and used to promote a memecoin scam to its 1.1 million followers. Also affected on Saturday was the X account of Foresight Ventures and its 28,000 followers, and on Sunday, the X account of LayerZero Labs co-founder and CTO Ryan Zarick was likewise compromised and used to promote a scam to his 12,500 followers. The X account of Holoworld AI, which boasts over 150,000 followers, was also compromised last week. Security researcher Taylor Monahan recommends users remove their phone number from their X account, configure two-factor authentication, and review the list of accounts with delegate access. (TheBlock)
2. Crypto industry alarmed as 7 million OpenSea email users’ leak resurfaces: “Remember the attack on the OpenSea mail service provider in 202[2] that led to the leakage of emails? The leaked email addresses have now been fully publicized after multiple dissemination.” A screenshot shared by the CISO even revealed that Binance’s former CEO Changpeng Zhao’s email address was among the compromised data. (CryptoSlate)
-Technology and Science-
1. OpenAI Says No to AI Weapons: Sentry Gun Powered by ChatGPT Now Shut Down: AI weapons are still a big no for OpenAI, and the company already made it clear before that it does not want its technology to be used for creating or powering machines that can harm humans or other forms of life, yet an engineer did so. OpenAI has since shut down the use of ChatGPT for the said weapon, and the company reiterated its stance against this misuse of its technology, slamming the engineer and content creator for their actions. (TechTimes) (AC-The cat is out of the bag.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin mining difficulty reaches historic high of 110 trillion after eight consecutive increases: On Jan. 12, the network’s difficulty rose by 0.61%, setting a new record of 110.45 trillion at block height 878,976. In 2024, Bitcoin mining underwent a significant transformation, with difficulty surging by nearly 50%. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 61/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2025-01-08 14:27:06 UTC

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 UTC

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2025-01-06 15:52:43 UTC

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2025-01-06 13:55:25 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 878,091
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 06Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: PM Trudeau May Quit This Week / Hamas Willing to Release Some Hostages / Austria Coalition Government Collapsed / Jan 6th, Again / Biden To Ban Offshore Drilling / Johnson Elected House Speaker / Chokepoint 2.0 Draws Investigations / Russia CBDC Project Continues / Luke Gromen Says 'Be Smart' on BTC Reserve / BTC ETFs Inflows Back / MSTR Wants More / Tariff Talk Bounces USD / Criminals Target Ethereum / TVs to Have AI This Year / MARA Loans Out BTC for Yield
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $99,126, 37.52 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $99,853 / Lo: $97,291
Vol: $31B (Up 57%)
Mkt Cap: $1.96T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 809 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Down 20%)
Nodes: 21,084
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Canadian PM Trudeau set to resign as party leader as polls plummet: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce as early as Monday that he will step down as leader of the ruling Liberal Party, Canadian media reports, ahead of a general election to be held later this year that he is widely expected to lose. Trudeau will likely announce his resignation before a key national caucus meeting on Wednesday. However, the sources stressed Trudeau has not made a final decision. (CNN)
2. Hamas says it’s ready to free 34 captives under ceasefire deal, reports say: The Palestinian group, which governs the Gaza Strip, has approved the release of the captives “as part of the first phase of a prisoner exchange deal”, the AFP reported on Sunday. The head of Israel's Mossad intelligence agency is scheduled to travel to Qatar for the discussions. More than 45,800 Palestinians have been killed since Israel launched its war in Gaza in response to Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attacks on the country. (AlJazeera, CNN)
3. Austrian far-right leader meets president, seeking coalition mandate: The leader of Austria's far-right Freedom Party (FPO) met President Alexander Van der Bellen on Monday expecting to be tasked with forming a coalition government after a centrist bid to assemble one without the FPO collapsed over the weekend. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. Winter storm will not delay Trump election certification in Congress, House leader says: Congress is meeting to certify President-elect Donald Trump's election win amid a winter storm, with the legacy of January 6 lingering over the event. No violence, protests, or procedural objections are expected during the certification process this time. Security is extremely tight, comparable to that of the Super Bowl or the Olympics, with law enforcement on high alert for intruders. (GroundNews)
2. Biden to ban offshore oil, gas drilling in vast areas ahead of Trump term: U.S. President Joe Biden will ban new offshore oil and gas development along most U.S. coastlines, a decision that President-elect Donald Trump, who has vowed to boost domestic energy production, may find difficult to reverse. An oil and gas industry trade group said the decision would harm American energy security and should be reversed by Congress. (Reuters)
3. Mike Johnson narrowly reelected House speaker on first ballot: Mike Johnson has been narrowly reelected as House Speaker on the first ballot, with support from President-elect Donald Trump and House Republicans, despite three votes against him. Following the election, cheers erupted in the House chamber as lawmakers were sworn in for the 119th Congress, with Johnson officially taking the Speaker's gavel. (TheHill)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Former Special U.S. Assistant Attorney Volunteers to Lead Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Investigation: Former Special U.S. Assistant Attorney John Deaton has said it would be “both an honor and a privilege” to lead a federal investigation into Chokepoint 2.0, an alleged government plot to suffocate the crypto industry. Deaton, who is willing to perform this role without compensation, added that this opportunity would allow him to continue his long running fight against the U.S. SEC overreach. (BitcoinCom)
2. Coinbase shares unredacted FDIC letters urging banks to avoid offering basic Bitcoin services: The letters are unredacted versions of documents shared by legal officer Grewal on Dec. 6, 2024. They were dubbed “pause letters” because they repeatedly recommend suspending or refraining from using crypto services. “They show a coordinated effort to stop a wide variety of crypto activity — everything from basic BTC transactions to more complex offerings.”, Grewal said. (CryptoSlate)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Russia's New Ruble Gets Boost Against Economic Problems: Russia's Central Bank announced that Sberbank, as well as two other financial institutions—Tbank and Tochka Bank, had officially joined the country's digital ruble pilot program. The pilot program for the digital ruble was launched in August 2023 with 12 organizations, including VTB, Gazprombank, and Alfa-Bank. A CBDC for Russia could facilitate payments for exports, reduce transaction costs and provide an alternative to SWIFT. (Newsweek)
2. Luke Gromen Highlights Trump’s Strategic Delay on Bitcoin Reserves to Navigate Market Dynamics: Gromen indicated that announcing Trump’s Bitcoin reserve plans on the first day of his term would create an immediate impact on investors. He believes this could lead to a surge in Bitcoin purchases, driving prices upward rapidly. Gromen stated, “From an optics and narrative standpoint, it is more sensible not to announce such a decision immediately,” suggesting it could position the administration advantageously in managing market dynamics. (CoinTurk) (AC-This is the 'stay humble (or quiet) and stack sats' perspective. For Trump to accomplish this might be a challenge.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs Drive Market Recovery with $908M Inflows: Spot Bitcoin funds have rebounded to positive net flows after almost a week of withdrawals. On January 3rd—all Bitcoin ETFs registered inflows, causing the sum of all investment funds to register nearly a billion dollars. (BitcoinSensus) (AC-the wash sales and rebalancing seems to have driven the BTC price over the last few weeks.)
2. MicroStrategy's Saylor posts BTC tracker, hints at Monday purchase: MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor posted the Bitcoin chart from the SaylorTracker website on Jan. 5 — the same chart Saylor typically posts on Sunday before purchasing Bitcoin on the following day. On Jan. 4, MicroStrategy announced it was seeking a $2 billion raise, through a perpetual preferred stock offering. (CoinTelegraph)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dollar Falls 1%: The dollar index extended losses, falling about 1% to trade around 108 on Monday, retreating from the two-year highs reached late last year. The decline comes amid reports that the new Trump administration is considering softer tariff measures. (TradingEconomics)
2. ISM Manufacturing PMI Rises More than Expected: The ISM Manufacturing PMI rose by 0.9 points from the previous month to 49.3 in December of 2024, ahead of market expectations of 48.4. The result reflected the softest pace of contraction in the US manufacturing sector since the 50.3 recorded in March, which was the sole period of expansion in the industry since September of 2022. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Cybercriminals Target Ethereum Developers with Fake Hardhat npm Packages: Cybersecurity researchers have revealed several malicious packages on the npm registry that have been found impersonating the Nomic Foundation's Hardhat tool in order to steal sensitive data from developer systems. Hardhat is a development environment for Ethereum software, incorporating various components for editing, compiling, debugging and deploying smart contracts and decentralized apps (dApps). (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. LG and Samsung are adding Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant to their TVs: Both TV manufacturers are chasing the artificial intelligence hype train with dedicated AI sections on their smart TVs that include a shortcut to a Copilot web app. (TheVerge) (AC-Dystopian level 10 achieved.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. MARA Holdings Loans 7,377 BTC to Third Parties Amid Bold Yield Strategy: According to an operations and production update from MARA Holdings, a publicly traded bitcoin mining company, the firm has extended 7,377 BTC in loans to third parties to achieve a modest yield. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Interesting strategy with many variables.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 76/100 (Up 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2025-01-03 14:42:57 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 877,641
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 03Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: South Korean Political Situation Tenuous / Syrian Delegates Visit Saudis / Biden Block US Steel Sale to Japan / FBI Release New Vid of Bomber 4 Years Ago / Cybertruck Driver Was Active Green Beret / Binance Expands in Brazil / USDT Controlled By Law Enforcement / Metaplant CEO Says Japan Would Follow US Lead on BTC Reserve / USD at 2 Year High / Apple Pay $20 Fine For Your Siri Data Sales / 16 Years Since Genesis Block / MARA More Than Double Hashrate
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $96,751, 36.37 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $97,739 / Lo: $95,982
Vol: $39B (Up 16%)
Mkt Cap: $1.91T (Even)
HashRate: 809 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Up 150%)
Nodes: 20,772
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. South Korean presidential guards prevent arrest of impeached Yoon after tense stand-off: Yoon is under criminal investigation for insurrection over his Dec. 3 martial law bid that stunned South Korea and led to the first arrest warrant to be issued for a sitting president. More than 200 PSS agents and soldiers blocked the CIO officers and police, he added. While there were altercations and PSS agents appeared to be carrying firearms, no weapons were drawn. The CIO called off the effort to arrest Yoon around 1:30 p.m. due to concerns over the safety of its personnel, and said it "deeply regretted" Yoon's non-compliance. (Reuters)
2. Syrian delegation visits Saudi Arabia for first foreign trip since ousting of Bashar al-Assad: A senior Syrian delegation led by foreign minister Asaad al-Shaibani arrived in Riyadh on its first official foreign trip since Bashar al-Assad was ousted by rebels last month. “Through this first visit in the history of free Syria, we aspire to open a new and bright page in Syrian-Saudi relations, befitting the long shared history between the two countries,” Shaibani said on X. (FT)
-US Events-
1. Biden Decides to Block US Steel Sale to Japan’s Nippon Steel: Joe Biden has decided to officially block Nippon Steel's proposed $14.9-billion purchase of U.S. Steel, ending a contentious merger plan, as reported by the Washington Post. The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States referred the decision to Biden, who is set to leave office on January 20. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba urged Biden to approve the merger to avoid harming U.S.-Japan relations. (GroundNews)
2. FBI Releases New Video in Four-Year Hunt for DC Pipe Bomber: FBI has released new surveillance footage showing an unidentified 5'7" suspect planting viable pipe bombs near RNC and DNC headquarters on January 5, 2021. Despite reviewing 39,000 videos and conducting 1,000 interviews, the suspect remains at large. (GroundNews)
3. Driver of Tesla Cybertruck that exploded at Trump hotel in Las Vegas was an active-duty Army Green Beret: The driver of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday has been identified as Matthew Alan Livelsberger, an active-duty US Army Green Beret, according to a law enforcement. The US Army said Thursday in a statement Livelsberger was on leave at the time of his death, though did not specifically say he died in the Vegas explosion. Las Vegas Sheriff Kevin McMahill said Thursday at a news conference the driver shot himself in the head prior to the blast. McMahill said authorities are not identifying Livelsberger as the person found inside the Cybertruck because the body was burned beyond recognition. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Binance Reaches Milestone in Brazil, Becomes First Exchange With Securities Brokerage Capabilities: Binance has become a pioneering cryptocurrency exchange in Brazil following the approval of its acquisition of Sim;paul Investimentos, a securities brokerage platform. With this acquisition, Binance can now offer a full range of investment options, including securities, stocks, and funds for Brazilian customers. (BitcoinCom)
2. Tether, Tron and TRM Labs Help Freeze $126 Million in USDT Linked to Crime: The T3 Financial Crime Unit co-led by Tether, Tron, and TRM Labs is working directly with law enforcement agencies worldwide to “identify and disrupt criminal networks,” the coalition said Thursday in a statement. Their goal is to ensure bad actors cannot exploit stablecoins such as Tether, which criminals have co-opted to launder their ill-gotten gains. (Decrypt) (AC-Centralization has repercussions.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Metaplanet CEO Predicts Japan and Others Will Follow If Trump Makes the U.S. Bitcoin Reserve: At a recent event organized by MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor, Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich expressed optimistic assessments regarding Donald Trump’s potential initiatives and a strategic Bitcoin reserve. He believes that if Trump keeps his promises, the rest of the nations will follow the U.S. and create their own strategic reserves, expanding and strengthening global Bitcoin adoption. (BitcoinSensus)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Sees Record Outflow: BlackRock's IBIT, a major bitcoin-tracking fund, experienced its highest outflows in a day, surpassing a previous record. Despite this, other ETFs like Bitwise's BITB and Fidelity's FBTC saw inflows. The outflows from IBIT could be attributed to various factors, including investors rebalancing portfolios or taking profits. (Decrypt) (AC-Wash sales and rebalancing.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dollar Holds Near 2-Year Highs Amid Strong US Outlook: The dollar index remained above 109 on Friday, remaining near its highest levels in two years as investors bet on US economic strength and fewer Federal Reserve rate cuts this year. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Trim Losses: Stocks in the US were lower in a choppy first trading session of the new year, extending the slump from late 2024 into January. The S&P 500 was down 0.1%, the Nasdaq lost 0.2%, while Dow Jones fell by 110 points. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Apple to Pay Siri Users $20 Per Device in Settlement Over Accidental Siri Privacy Violations: The settlement applies to U.S.-based individuals current or former owners or purchasers of a Siri-enabled device who had their confidential voice communications with the assistant "obtained by Apple and/or were shared with third-parties as a result of an unintended Siri activation" between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024. (HackerNews) (AC-$20 for your confidential info...)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. World on the brink, 16 years since Bitcoin’s Genesis Block: Sixteen years ago today, something truly groundbreaking happened—and no one noticed. Block #0, otherwhise known as “Genesis Block” of the Bitcoin network was created. At the same time, the phrase “on the brink” became an immutable part of Bitcoin’s history, and somehow, it still feels appropriate in 2025. (CoinGeek)
2. Marathon Digital Clocks 168% Bitcoin Hashrate Growth: Bitcoin miner Marathon Digital attained a major milestone last year clocking an impressive 168% Bitcoin hashrate growth and expanding its position as an industry leader. This aligns with Donald Trump’s vision of making America the hub for BTC production. However, despite this growth, the MARA stock is down 17% on the year chart with investors awaiting a strong recovery. (CoinGape)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 74/100 (Up 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2025-01-02 15:59:32 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 877,490
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 02Jan25
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Ukraine Halts Flow of Russian Gas / South Korea Investigates Plane Crash / Gaza Police Chief Killed / New Orleans Terror Attack Kills 15 / Cybertruck Explodes at Trump Hotel / Biden Seeks AML Power From SCOTUS / IRS Holds Off on Crypto Tax Rule / Syria Make Use Bitcoin to Rebuild / Swiss Bank May Stack Bitcoin / New EO to Protect US Citizen Data OCONUS / Jordan May Use Blockchain in Government / AI 'Godfather' Say AI May Kills Us / BTC Hashrate ATH
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $96,751, 36.73 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $96,785 / Lo: $93,430
Vol: $33B (Down 5%)
Mkt Cap: $1.91T (Up 3%)
HashRate: 933 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 80%)
Nodes: 20,763
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Ukraine halts flow of Russian gas to Europe: A major natural gas pipeline supplying Russian energy to Europe ran dry Wednesday after Ukraine stopped Moscow’s six-decade supply in the hopes of hurting its invader financially. The planned move marks the end of an era in which many European countries kept warm using gas pumped by Russia — which was in turn accused of using this dependency to blackmail its Western neighbors after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Most European countries no longer depend on Russian gas having diversified their supply — to the United States, Qatar and others — following Putin’s Feb. 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine. (NBC)
2. South Korea police search Jeju Air, airport operator over fatal plane crash: outh Korean police said on Thursday they had raided Jeju Air (089590.KS), opens new tab and the operator of Muan International Airport as part of their investigation into Sunday's crash that killed 179 people in the worst aviation disaster on the country's soil. Jeju Air 7C2216, which departed the Thai capital of Bangkok for Muan in southwestern South Korea, belly-landed and overshot the regional airport's runway, exploding into flames after hitting an embankment. Two crew members, who were sitting in the tail end of the Boeing 737-800, were pulled out alive by rescuers. One of them was still in a critical condition and the other was being treated for injuries. (Reuters)
3. Israeli strike kills 11 people, including head of Gaza police: Gaza’s interior ministry accused Israel of killing Maj. Gen. Mahmoud Salah and Maj. Gen. Hussam Shahwan, a member of the Police Command Council, to undermine law and order in the Palestinian territory. (CNN)
-US Events-
1. Death toll rises to 15 in New Orleans terrorist attack: The decision to postpone the Sugar Bowl game was made out of the highest regard for precaution amid the ongoing investigation. The FBI is bringing in people from Quantico and leading the investigation. A pickup truck plowed into a crowd on Bourbon Street in the early morning hours of New Year’s Day. 42-year-old Shamsud Din Jabbar is identified as the suspect. He was killed by police after a shootout. The FBI says they do not believe that he acted alone in this attack. They are actively searching for other suspects and potential connections that he may have had that is new information. (AtlantaVoice)
2. Police probe if Cybertruck blast at Trump hotel is linked to New Orleans attack: Police in the US are investigating whether an explosion outside the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas is inked to the deadly car-ramming attack in New Orleans. The driver of a Tesla Cybertruck was killed and seven other people were injured in Las Vegas after the vehicle - filled with fuel canisters and firework mortars - exploded. Officials said all injuries were minor. The Cybertruck was rented in Colorado and arrived in the city on Wednesday morning, less than two hours before the detonation, police said. Parked in front of the hotel near a glass entrance, the vehicle started to smoke, then exploded. The sheriff noted that both vehicles appeared to be rented from Turo, an app-based car rental company. (BBC)
3. Biden asks justices to allow enforcement of anti-money-laundering law: The Biden administration came to the Supreme Court on Tuesday afternoon, asking the justices to let it enforce an anti-money-laundering law while the government appeals to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. The case is a challenge to the constitutionality of the Corporate Transparency Act, a 2021 law intended to prevent crimes like money laundering and the financing of terrorism by requiring businesses to report information about their owners. A rule issued by the Department of the Treasury originally required companies created before 2024 to submit initial reports by Jan. 1, 2025. (SCOTUSblog) (AC-Freedom dies in the name of national security)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. IRS Issues Crypto Relief – Here's How to Avoid Higher Taxes in 2025: The IRS has issued a temporary relief measure, which is expected to benefit cryptocurrency holders using centralized finance (cefi) exchanges next year. This relief addresses concerns that stem from the finalized Section 6045 custodial broker regulations, set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, requiring FIFO (First-In, First-Out) accounting for digital assets unless a preferred method like Highest-In, First-Out (HIFO) or Specific Identification (Spec ID) is chosen. Almost all cefi brokers were not ready to support Spec ID as of 1/1/25. This lack of readiness would have forced many crypto holders into FIFO by default, potentially triggering higher tax liabilities during asset sales. The IRS’ temporary relief allows taxpayers to continue using their own records or tax software to identify the specific units being sold. The relief period applies exclusively to cefi transactions from Jan. 1, 2025, to Dec. 31, 2025. After that date, taxpayers will need to formally select an accounting method with their broker. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Bitcoin to the Rescue? Syrian NGO Proposes Crypto Banking to Revive War-Torn Economy: In its policy proposal, the Syrian Center for Economic Research (SCER) argues that such a system is needed to accelerate reconstruction efforts and shield Syrians from inflation and currency devaluation. SCER has urged the country’s new leadership to consider building a banking system that relies on the Bitcoin network and associated technologies. (BitcoinCom)
2. Swiss National Bank May Buy Bitcoin Alongside Gold: The Swiss Federal Chancellery, the key staff organization for the Swiss government, has greenlit the “Bitcoin Initiative,” a new proposal to adopt Bitcoin as part of the Swiss National Bank’s (SNB) reserve assets, alongside traditional gold holdings. (Blockonomi)
-Institutional Concerns-
NSTR
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Mortgage Rates Rise to Over 5-Month High: The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) in the US rose to 6.97% in the week ended December 27, 2024, from 6.75% in the previous period. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. New U.S. DoJ Rule Halts Bulk Data Transfers to Adversarial Nations to Protect Privacy: The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has issued a final rule carrying out Executive Order (EO) 14117, which prevents mass transfer of citizens' personal data to countries of concern such as China (including Hong Kong and Macau), Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela. "This powerful new national-security program is designed to ensure that Americans' personal data is no longer permitted to be sold to hostile foreign powers, whether through outright purchase or other means of commercial access." This covers data spanning six categories: personal identifiers (e.g., Social Security numbers, driver's license etc.), precise geolocation data, biometric identifiers, human 'omic (genomic, epigenomic, proteomic, and transcriptomic) data, personal health data, and personal financial data. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. Jordan turns to blockchain tech for enhancing government operations: Jordan’s government has introduced a new Blockchain Technology Policy for 2025, which aims to increase transparency, improve public services, and drive economic growth. The policy outlines plans to implement blockchain technology to streamline government functions, reducing transaction times and operational costs. By enabling real-time verification and automation, officials expect to enhance service efficiency for businesses and citizens alike. (CryptoSlate)
2. 'Godfather' of AI Geoffrey Hinton Says There's Up to 20% Chance AI Will Drive to Human Extinction: Talking on BBC Radio 4's Today program, he says his former estimate of a 10% chance of AI wiping out humanity has increased to as high as 20%. Hinton has long been a vocal critic of uncontrolled AI development. Earlier this year, he resigned from his position at Google to freely express his concerns. Considering that AI is changing rapidly, his revised odds underline how urgent it is to implement stringent controls and ethical guidelines to safeguard the future of humanity. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Happy New Year! Take the opportunity to scrub your security practices, update technology and increase your OPSEC.
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2025-01-01 00:47:22 UTC

COMING IN 2025
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2024-12-23 14:14:07 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 876,034
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 23Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Car Attack in Germany Ignites Reaction / US Jet Fighter Shot Down By US / Protests Swell in Serbia / USG Shutdown Averted / Biden Commutes 37 Death Sentences / Woman Set on Fire in NYC by Immigrant / Saylor Presents Digital Asset Plan to Trump / Bo Hines Named Crypto Council Exec Director / Metaplanet Buys the Dip / Tether Invests in Rumble / SpaceX Uses Stablecoins in Global Trade
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $95,820, 36.73 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $97,180 / Lo: $93,690
Vol: $53B (Up 25%)
Mkt Cap: $1.89T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 791 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 8 sats/vBtye (Up 33%)
Nodes: 20,664
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Security questions over Christmas market attack in Magdeburg: German security forces faced a series of difficult questions at Saturday's press conference in Magdeburg. Friday night's attack, in which Talib A.*, a 50-year-old Saudi man rammed a car into a crowd at a busy Christmas market in the Saxony-Anhalt capital, left five people dead and 200 more injured. How come apparent warnings from Saudi authorities were not heeded? How did disturbing social media posts by the suspected perpetrator fail to raise alarm bells? (DW)
2. U.S. Super Hornet Shot Down Over Red Sea in Friendly Fire Incident; Aviators Safe: The Super Hornet, assigned to aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75), was flying over the Red Sea when guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG-64) fired upon it, according to the CENTCOM statement. Both pilots were safely recovered. Initial assessments indicate that one of the crew members sustained minor injuries. This incident was not the result of hostile fire, and a full investigation is underway. (USNI)
3. Tens of thousands gather in anti-government protest in Belgrade: Tens of thousands of people gathered in central Belgrade on Sunday to protest against President Aleksandar Vucic and his ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), whom they blame for a railway station roof collapse last month that killed 15 people. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. US Averts Government Shutdown - Congressional leaders have reached an agreement to avoid a looming government shutdown, showcasing last-minute bipartisan efforts to keep government operations funded. (ABC)
2. Biden commutes most federal death row sentences to life in prison before Trump takes office: resident Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The three inmates who didn't get clemency are the convicted murderer in the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting, the gunman at Mother Emanuel Church in Charleston, and the surviving Boston Marathon bomber. (CBS)
3. Woman Set on Fire in NYC Subway - A shocking incident where a woman was killed after being set on fire by Sebastian Zapeta in a Brooklyn subway, sparking discussions on subway safety, police response, and immigration policies. The suspect was arrested at another subway station in Manhattan about eight hours after the attack, police said. (CNN, X)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Michael Saylor Presents Framework for Digital Assets to Strengthen U.S. Leadership: On social media, Saylor posted a document titled “Digital Assets Framework, Principles, and Opportunity for the United States,” which defines the guidelines that the country’s institutions must follow to turn the US into a digital assets haven. The first is establishing a clear taxonomy for these assets and defining what constitutes a security, a commodity, a currency, a token, a non-fungible token (NFT), and an asset-backed token (ABT). He believes this is “critical to advancing policy and fostering innovation.” (BitcoinCom, X)
2. Trump’s Crypto Council Takes Shape With Bo Hines As Executive Director: Hines, a 29-year-old Yale graduate and former college football player, is slated to serve as the leader of this advisory group, in addition to David Sacks, who has been designated as the “Crypto Czar.” Hines will work with Sacks to make sure business leaders have the necessary tools to succeed. (Bitcoinist)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Metaplanet buys the dip with biggest-ever 620 Bitcoin buy: It was the largest single purchase the firm has made since it started buying Bitcoin in May and nearly quadrupled the value of its previous record buy of 159.7 BTC on Oct. 28. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Tether to make $775 million 'strategic investment' in Rumble, shares rally 44.6%: Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, has made a “strategic investment” of $775 million into YouTube-alternative platform Rumble, according to a Reuters wire. The move seemingly represents a deepening focus on the crypto industry for Rumble, which announced last month that it would allocate up to $20 million of its excess cash reserves to bitcoin. (TheBlock) (AC-Interesting development.)
3. Elon Musk’s SpaceX uses stablecoins to hedge against foreign exchange risks: According to Chamath Palihapitiya, SpaceX collects payments from all customers of Starlink in “long-tail countries,” and converts them to stablecoins. According to Palihapitiya, stablecoins should become the primary method of cross-border transactions in the U.S., which would allow “us to chip away all of this decrepit infrastructure that the banks use to sort of slow down and tax a process that should never have been taxed.” (CryptoSlate) (AC-Stablecoins are emerging as an efficient medium of exchange across borders, and often easier to understand for those who have not studied bitcoin. Counterparty risk is still the major issue with stablecoins, however.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Personal Spending Remains Strong: Personal spending in the United States rose by 0.4% from the previous month to an annualized rate of $20.2 trillion in November of 2024, extending the 0.4% increase from October, and loosely in line with market expectations of a 0.5% expansion. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Personal Income Rises Less Than Expected: US personal income rose by 0.3% from the previous month in November 2024, the smallest increase in three months, following an upwardly revised 0.7% rise in October and slightly below market forecasts of a 0.4% advance. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
NSTR
-Technology and Science-
1. Human Stem Cell Models For Spine Formation Successfully Created: A new breakthrough for spine and nervous system formation was successfully achieved by researchers where they were able to develop human stem cell models that will soon help in addressing the problems directly on the embryo. Human development and growth are different for each person, and when one faces a problem in their spine or nervous system's formation, it is a crucial issue that could be a matter of life and death. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): News is light on this week of Christmas celebration. The Bitcoin Veterans DIB will resume reporting as necessary or following the holiday celebration. Go touch grass, be thankful and stack for the future.
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2024-12-20 14:28:57 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 875,592
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 20Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Bitcoin on Sale for Christmas / Russia Hit Kyiv With Hypersonic Missiles / Mass Stabbing at Croatia School / US Diplomats in Syria / US Government Shutdown Looms Tonight / Shooter Luigi Charged / Biden, Harris Rush Back to White House / Hawk Tuah Sued / Russia Say BRICs Payment System Exists / BTC ETFs Bleed / Blackrock BTC Explainer Video Shakes Up / Russia Hold Fed Rate at 21% / Stocks Skittish / Hut8 Buys More BTC / Judge Shuts Down Craig Wright
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $93,665, 36.13 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $102,748 / Lo: $92,175
Vol: $119B (Up 24%)
Mkt Cap: $1.86T (Down 8%)
HashRate: 774 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Down 40%)
Nodes: 20,664
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. One killed in Kyiv as Russian missile attack targets Ukraine’s capital: At least one person has been killed and seven wounded after a Russian missile attack targeted Ukraine’s capital. The attack on Friday morning also damaged buildings across Kyiv and sparked fires in some, according to the head of Kyiv’s military administration, Serhiy Popko. ussia launched eight missiles on Kyiv, Popko said, adding that it used hypersonic Kinzhal missiles and Iskander/KN-23 ballistic missiles to carry out the attack. (AlJazeera)
2. 7-year-old girl killed, 6 other people wounded in stabbing attack at school in Croatia, police say: Croatia's Interior Ministry said the attacker was 19 years old. Local media reported the attacker was a former student at the school. (CBS)
3. US diplomats in Syria to meet new authorities: US diplomats are in the Syrian capital Damascus where they plan to meet representatives from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the group now in charge but which Washington still designates as a terrorist organization. This is the first formal American diplomatic appearance in Damascus in more than a decade. (BBC)
-US Events-
1. Government shutdown looms: The House rejected another paired-down bill yesterday in a 174-235 vote, well below the two-thirds majority needed, sending lawmakers back into negotiations. Yesterday’s 116-page bill was hastily created after President-elect Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk threw an unexpected wrench into negotiations with their vocal disapproval of a 1,500-page bipartisan bill released earlier this week. (NBC)
2. U.S. Files Murder Charge Against Mangione That Could Bring Death Penalty: Federal authorities filed a total of four counts against Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing Brian Thompson, the chief executive of UnitedHealthcare. (NYTimes)
3. Biden and Harris Rush Back to White House: On Thursday, December 20, 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris canceled her trip to Los Angeles and returned to Washington, D.C. President Joe Biden, who was initially expected to remain in Delaware for the Christmas holiday, also cut his stay short to return to the White House. The reasons for these sudden schedule changes have not been officially disclosed, sparking various speculations among the public and on social media. (X)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Tornado Cash Dev Wants Charges Dropped Because Sanctions Deemed Illegal: Roman Storm, co-founder of crypto-mixing platform Tornado Cash, hopes to have charges against him dropped after sanctions against his software were dropped. (Decrypt)
2. Hawk Tuah Meme Coin Creators Hit With Lawsuit After Disastrous Launch: Burwick Law has filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of investors in the Hawk Tuah meme coin, which plummeted 93% in value shortly after launch. The lawsuit names 12 American plaintiffs collectively claiming damages exceeding $151,000. (Decrypt) (AC-Education comes in many ways)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Russian Official Declares BRICS Payment System a Real Alternative to US Dollar: Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has affirmed that plans to establish a BRICS payment system are tangible and progressing, describing them as “not hypothetical.” In an interview with the Tass Analytical Center on Tuesday, Ryabkov reflected on Russia’s role during its BRICS chairmanship, emphasizing that the initiative is both real and actionable. When asked about the feasibility of such a payment system among BRICS nations, he stated: "Not only it exists. It is not hypothetical." (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Record Withdrawals as CME Futures Premium Signals Weaker Demand: The exchange-traded funds lost a record $671.9 million as bitcoin extended post-Fed losses below $100,000. (CoinDesk)
2. Why BlackRock’s Bitcoin explainer is raising alarm bells: BlackRock is caught in the eye of a storm from the Bitcoin community after it let out a suspicious line in a three minute Bitcoin explainer. In the video, the narrator describes one of BItcoin’s core aspects, its 21 million fixed supply, as a hard-coded rule. Yet a subtle disclaimer at the bottom caught Bitcoiners’ attention. “There is no guarantee that Bitcoin’s 21 million supply cap will not be changed,” read the subtitle. Bitcoiners baulked. (DLNews) (AC-Legal jargon and disclaimers have always had a dampening effect on the financial industry, and this is no different. Of course anything CAN happen, and large institutions know to protect against lawsuits, but casting doubt on the 21M max is laughable to those who study bitcoin.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Russia holds interest rates in surprise break to hiking cycle: Russia’s central bank kept its key interest rate at 21 per cent on Friday, in a surprise halt to its hawkish quest to tame inflation. The central bank’s governor Eliva Nabiullina has in recent months faced mounting criticism from the country’s officials and oligarchs, who claim her policies have stifled business. (FT)
2. Bitcoin Drops to $92,118 as Crypto Economy Shrinks by Nearly 12%: Market gurus point to a mix of economic jitters and a dip in investor confidence as the culprits behind this slump. Even though bitcoin is meant to be free from central control, it’s still swayed by worldwide economic vibes, echoing the general market mood. (BitcoinCom)
3. US Futures Fall Sharply: Stock futures in the US moved lower on Friday, with contracts on the S&P 500 futures falling 0.7%, the Nasdaq 100 sinking 1.3% and the Dow Jones losing about 190 points, following a lackluster session the day before. Investors are growing increasingly uneasy after the House failed to approve a Trump-backed funding plan to extend government operations for three months and suspend the debt ceiling for two years. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
NSTR
-Technology and Science-
1. Invasive 'Murder Hornets' Eradicated In US After 5 Years, Agriculture Officials Say: The northern giant hornet, dubbed the “murder hornet” for its aggressive nature and potentially deadly sting, has been eradicated from the United States five years after it was first identified in the country, officials announced on Dec. 18. (ZeroHedge) (AC-It's the 'how' that makes one wonder.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Hut 8 Mining Acquires Additional 990 Bitcoin, Total Holdings Exceed $1 Billion: Mining company Hut 8 has purchased 990 Bitcoin for $100 million, pushing its total holdings above $1 billion and placing it among the top 10 corporate Bitcoin holders globally. (Blockonomi)
2. Craig Wright Found in Contempt for Claiming to Be Satoshi Nakamoto, Again: Craig Wright, ruled not to be Satoshi Nakamoto, was found in contempt for claiming to be Nakamoto and suing in Nakamoto's name. High Court Judge Mellor suspended a two-year sentence if Wright refrains from further lawsuits. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 74/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Bitcoin hodlers realize that this is a great chance to scoop up cheap satoshis, before game theory drives institutional demand and the precarious nature of global fiat debt system begins to unwind. This is not financial advice as we are a bunch of veterans on a bitcoin mission, but opportunity knocks and then walks.
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2024-12-19 21:26:01 UTC

Bitcoin Veterans Spaces
Elon Musk, Continuing Resolution, Government Shutdown
https://fountain.fm/episode/yzRZwcWjnU01CKjAncXE

2024-12-19 13:52:40 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 875,445
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 19Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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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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2024-12-18 20:44:06 UTC

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

2024-12-18 20:36:26 UTC

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

2024-12-18 20:33:42 UTC

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

2024-12-18 14:27:40 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 875,305
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 18Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine / Russia Arrests Uzbek in General's Death / Twelve Dead at Georgia Ski Resort / GOP Calls for Liz Cheney Investigation / Continuing Resolution in Budget Battle / Ohio Introduces Bitcoin Reserve Bill / BPI Releases EO Template for Trump's First Day / Email Campaign Helps Dislodge SEC Commissioner Crenshaw / El Salvador's BTC Holdings Shine / BlackRock's IBIT Most Successful ETF Launched / Fed Meets Today, Cut? / Coinbase Says Law Enforcement Requests Down / China Demos Mach 7 Drone, Also Launches First 10 Internet Satellites / New US Poll Says 1 in 5 Used Crypto
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,924, 39.63 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $108,268 / Lo: $103,187
Vol: $78B (Even)
Mkt Cap: $2.07T (Down 2%)
HashRate: 790 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Down 53%)
Nodes: 20,901
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. A couple hundred North Korean troops killed, wounded in battles with Ukrainian forces: The official didn’t provide details on exactly how many have been killed, but said the North Korean forces don’t appear to be battle-hardened, which contributes to the number of casualties they’ve had. The official was providing the first significant estimate of North Korean casualties, which comes several weeks after Ukraine announced that North Korea had sent 10,000 to 12,000 troops to Russia to help it in the almost 3-year war. (AP)
2. Russia says it detains Uzbek citizen 'recruited by Ukraine' over killing of general: Kirillov, who was chief of Russia’s Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Protection Troops, was killed outside his apartment building on Tuesday along with his assistant when a bomb hidden in an electric scooter went off. He is the most senior Russian military officer to be assassinated in Russia by Ukraine. (NYPost)
3. 12 people found dead inside restaurant at popular ski resort: Twelve people are dead at after their bodies were found inside a restaurant at a popular ski resort in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia. Authorities said. authorities discovered that a power generator had been placed in a closed space within an indoor area of the resort near some bedrooms. Carbon monoxide poisoning is suspected. (ABC)
-US Events-
1. House GOP panel calls for Liz Cheney to be investigated for ‘criminal witness tampering’: A House Republican-led panel on Tuesday called for a federal criminal investigation of former Rep. Liz Cheney for possible “criminal witness tampering” with a star witness while serving as vice chairman of the since-disbanded House select committee that investigated the 2021 Capitol riot. “Evidence uncovered by the Subcommittee revealed that former Congresswoman Liz Cheney tampered with at least one witness, Cassidy Hutchinson, by secretly communicating with Hutchinson without Hutchinson’s attorney’s knowledge,” the report from chairman Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga.) says. (NYpost)
2. 'Shut It Down' Trends On X As Congress Faces Backlash Over Shutdown Deal: Congressional leaders have unveiled a stopgap measure to avert a serious government shutdown with the deadline fast approaching. However, the move got widespread backlash on social media as "shut it down" was a top political trend on X Tuesday night through early Wednesday. (IBTimes)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Introduced By Ohio State Lawmaker: Ohio State Representative Derek Merrin (R-Monclova Township) introduced new legislation on December 17, 2024, aimed at authorizing the state treasury to invest in Bitcoin as part of its asset portfolio. Known as House Bill 703, the “Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act” seeks to establish a dedicated BTC fund within the state treasury, providing the State Treasurer with the legal framework to purchase and hold BTC. The measure does not mandate any specific investment but opens the possibility for future allocation. (Bitcoinist)
2. Bitcoin Policy Institute Develops Executive Order Draft For Trump’s Strategic Reserve: A newly uncovered public document reveals that the Bitcoin Policy Institute, a research and advocacy group in the United States, has drafted an executive order that aims to designate Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. This proposed order is designed to take effect immediately upon being signed by President-elect Donald Trump on his first day in office. (Bitcoinist)
3. Stand with Crypto advocates flood Senate with 107,000 emails opposing SEC Crenshaw's renomination: According to a statement on Tuesday, 52,000 Stand with Crypto advocates sent about 107,000 emails to U.S. senators. This comes as a vote in the Senate Banking Committee to renominate SEC Democratic Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw was scrapped for the second time in about a week. (TheBlock)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. El Salvador’s Bitcoin Holdings Cross $632 Million, Drawing Bukele’s Praise: Bukele proudly posted on social media that the Bitcoin portfolio of the South American country has soared by 134% to reach $632 million. The alpha cryptocurrency hit another milestone, a record-high of $106,488, boosting the value of El Salvador’s crypto holdings. (Bitcoinist)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Reaches $36 Billion in Record-Breaking Inflows: BlackRock's IBIT Bitcoin ETF has become the most successful ETF launch in a decade with over $36 billion in inflows, surpassing all rivals and helping push total Bitcoin ETF assets above gold ETF holdings. (Blockonomi)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Fed Set To Cut Rates For 3rd Consecutive Time: The Fed is widely expected to announce another 25bps cut to the federal funds rate at its December 2024 meeting, marking the third consecutive reduction this year and bringing borrowing costs to the 4.25%-4.5% range. The meeting will be taking place this afternoon. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Coinbase reveals 18% YoY drop in law enforcement requests: Outside the US, Coinbase experienced notable decreases in law enforcement requests from key markets. Requests declined significantly in Germany, the UK, and Spain, by 33%, 45%, and 35%, respectively. In contrast, Singapore stood out with a 221% increase in requests, jumping from 34 in 2023 to 109 this year. This signaled growing regulatory activity in the region as it emerged as a prominent crypto hub. (CryptoSlate)
-Technology and Science-
1. China Shows Off Mach 7 Hypersonic Drone, Launched From Near-Space Balloon: China has released a military propaganda video boasting its hypersonic weapon capabilities as the military arms race between global superpowers kicks into high gear. The MD-22 – the latest known model in the series – was first unveiled at the 2022 Zhuhai air show. The aircraft boasts a maximum range of 8,000km (4,971 miles) and can carry payloads of up to 600kg (1,323 pounds), delivering substantial strategic capabilities. (ZeroHedge)
2. China Guowang Megaconstellation Launches First 10 Internet Satellites to Orbit, Rivaling Starlink: This new network of internet-beaming satellites would deliver a new kind of wireless connection for the region, one that would rival the globally dominant service of SpaceX's Starlink. China delivered the Guawong internet satellites 680 miles above the planet where it is now sitting in orbit, marking a landmark development for the country's space programs. The plan for China's megaconstellation looks to complete 13,000 satellites delivered to orbit to beam satellite internet connection to its regions. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. 1 in 5 US voters traded, invested in or used crypto, says new poll: Data was released on Dec. 17 from the poll of 1,000 registered voters taken between Dec. 11 and Dec. 13 that found almost 40% of crypto-using respondents also made a purchase with it. “Crypto users are younger and have a larger minority base, highlighting crypto as a growing, diverse constituency for political support: 57% of crypto users have a favorable view of Donald Trump,” (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 81/100 (Down 6 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-12-17 15:08:09 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 875,008
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 17Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Russian Chemical Weapons Chief Assassinated / Shakeup in Canadian Cabinet / WI School Shooter Identified / Judge Won't Dismiss Trump Case / Debanking Issue Headed to Congress / DOJ Recovers Bitcoin in Fraud Case / Euro MP Calls for Bitcoin Reserve, Not CBDC / Yellen Goes After Chinese Banks Supporting Russia / Companies Rush to Buy Bitcoin / Argentina Does U-Turn / Saylor Likens Bitcoin to Manhattan Real Estate / Some Want to Rename Sats to Bitcoin
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,517, 40.55 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,780 / Lo: $103,322
Vol: $77B (Up 14%)
Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Up 3%)
HashRate: 784 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 13 sats/vBtye (Up 81%)
Nodes: 20,609
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Ukraine assassinates Russian chemical weapons chief in Moscow bombing: Lieutenant-General Igor Kirillov, commander of the nuclear, biological and chemical forces of the Russian army, died in a blast as he was heading out of a residential block in Moscow, the Russian Investigative Committee said in a statement. An explosive device was hidden in an electric scooter parked nearby. Kirillov’s aide also died in the attack. (Politico)
2. Freeland Resigns, Is Trudeau Next? Exit Odds Surge in Betting Markets: The halls of Canadian Parliament have been buzzing with turmoil following the resignation of Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s finance minister and deputy prime minister. Adding fuel to the fire, speculation is mounting among Polymarket bettors and the general public that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau might also step down as the fallout continues. (BitcoinCom)
-US Events-
1. Police identify 15-year-old female student as Wisconsin Christian school shooter: A 15-year-old girl killed two students and wounded six more at a private Christian school in the US state of Wisconsin. Police said the schoolgirl was at Abundant Life's school before she opened fire and was found dead at the scene. (BBC, Various)
2. Judge in Trump's hush money case denies bid to toss out guilty verdict: Merchan handed down the decision after he also denied Trump's argument that he's already protected by presidential immunity because of his election win. "This court does not agree," he wrote. (NBC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto’s ‘debanking’ debate is headed to Capitol Hill next year: Debanking or derisking? Which is it when a crypto venture or founder is dropped by a bank? That’s the big question for the new Congress after being sworn in on January 3rd. Statements made this month by influential lawmakers Senator Tim Scott and Representative French Hill signal the debate is just getting started. (DLNews)
2. US government recovers $3.5 million in Bitcoin to reimburse cyber fraud victims: On Dec. 16, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the recovery of 32.68 BTC, valued at over $3.5 million, stolen in a December 2023 cyber fraud case. According to the DOJ, the BTC was obtained through a BEC scheme targeting a real estate company. Fraudsters infiltrated the company’s system and issued fraudulent wire transfer instructions, siphoning over $1 million. (CryptoSlate)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. ‘No to CBDC, yes to Bitcoin’ — European MP calls for EU BTC reserve: European lawmaker Sarah Knafo called on the European Union to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve while rejecting the proposed adoption of the “digital euro,” a central bank digital currency (CBDC) under development by the European Central Bank (ECB). The lawmaker said that it’s time to stop “totalitarian temptations” by the ECB, calling for a shift from regulatory overreach in crypto to adopting the decentralized nature of Bitcoin. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Russian Settlements Face Another Blow: U.S. Treasury Hints at Sanctions Against Chinese Banks: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently referred to the possibility of enacting sanctions against Chinese banks as the U.S. prepares to deepen its measures to weaken the Russian economy. This could affect trade settlements between Russia and China, which have already suffered due to previous measures. (BItcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. In the past 24 hours MicroStrategy, Riot Platforms, Semler Scientific, MetaPlanet and several more well knowns companies have bought significant amounts of Bitcoin as part of their Bitcoin Reserve Strategy. (Various) (AC-We seem to have reached a point that individual reporting on companies buying Bitcoin is getting taxing. Companies, institutions and nation-states are all realizing the benefits of Bitcoin as a store of value in a Keynesian world.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Argentina’s economy exits recession in milestone for Javier Milei: Argentina has come out of a deep recession in a major victory for the country’s unorthodox President Javier Milei, who has spent the past year enacting sweeping — and painful — reforms in Latin America’s third-largest economy. Gross domestic product grew 3.9% in the July-to-September quarter compared with the previous three months. (CNN)
2. Nasdaq Closes at Record High: The S&P 500 gained 0.4% on Monday, closing just shy of its record high, while the Nasdaq 100 advanced 1.3%, surpassing the 22,000 mark for the first time as tech stocks propelled the market ahead of a crucial Federal Reserve meeting this week. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. NoviSpy Spyware Installed on Journalist's Phone After Unlocking It With Cellebrite Tool: A Serbian journalist had his phone first unlocked by a Cellebrite tool and subsequently compromised by a previously undocumented spyware codenamed NoviSpy, according to a new report published by Amnesty International. "NoviSpy allows for capturing sensitive personal data from a target's phone after infection and provides the ability to turn on the phone's microphone or camera remotely," the company said in an 87-page technical report. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin As ‘Cyber Manhattan’: Michael Saylor Stands Firm On BTC’s Value As Top Investment: "I would have bought Manhattan 100 years ago, 200 years ago, every year for the past 300 years. You pay a little bit more than the person who bought Manhattan before you, but it’s always a good investment to invest in the economic capital of the free world." Saylor said yesterday. (Bitcoinist)
2. John Carvalho Wants to Get Rid of ‘Sats’: John Carvalho, CEO of Bitcoin software company Synonym wants to do away with the idea of “satoshis” or “sats” – the smallest units of bitcoin (BTC). Each bitcoin is made up of 100 million sats and Carvalho thinks such a representation causes confusion among users and results in unnecessary cognitive overhead. Carvalho’s solution – which he dutifully outlined in a Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP) last week – is to simply rename the smallest units of the cryptocurrency to “bitcoin.” (BitcoinCom)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 87/100 (Up 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-12-16 14:08:38 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 875,008
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 16Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Cyclone Hits French Territory Mayotte / Sheikh Nabhan Killed in Gaza / Heavy Israeli Strikes in Syria / Drones Over US Stump Authorities / Trumps May Privatize USPS / CEO Mallers Says Trump May Begin BTC Reserve on Day One / Japan Considers BTC Reserve / MSTR Joins Nasaq 100 / New Highs for BTC / Uber Scammer Raided Coinbase Accounts / Grok is Free / New Hashrate ATH / FASB Accounting for Crypto Begins
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,041, 39.08 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $106,488 / Lo: $102,432
Vol: $67B (Up 60%)
Mkt Cap: $2.05T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 778 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 9 sats/vBtye (Up 22%)
Nodes: 20,609
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Authorities fear 'several hundred' killed by Cyclone Chido in French Territory of Mayotte: The situation is' catastrophic 'in Mayotte, French territory in the Indian Ocean after the passage of Cyclone Chido over the archipelago on Saturday morning. (GroundNews)
2. Sheikh Khaled Nabhan Killed in Gaza Airstrike: Sheikh Khaled Nabhan, known widely for his emotional response to the death of his granddaughter Reem in previous Israeli military actions, was killed today in an Israeli airstrike in Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza. This incident adds to the ongoing conflict's toll on Palestinian families, drawing attention both locally and globally. (X)
3. Heavy Israeli airstrikes reported on Syrian military sites in coastal Tartus region: Latest raids said to hit sites including air defense units and surface-to-surface missile depots; war monitor calls them ‘heaviest strikes in Syria’s coastal region since 2012’. As well as the major aerial campaign, Israel also entered a United Nations-patrolled buffer zone on the Golan Heights just hours after the rebels, led by HTS, took Damascus. Israel has said it will not become involved in the conflict in Syria and that its seizure of the buffer zone established in 1974 was a temporary defensive move that would last only until it could guarantee security along the frontier. (TimesOfIsrael)
-US Events-
1. What we know about the mysterious drones reported over the East Coast: The possible drones have been spotted over residential neighborhoods, restricted sites and critical infrastructure. Reported drone activity prompted at least one airport – New York’s Stewart International Airport – to temporarily close its runways for about an hour on Friday night. The FBI and DHS said in a joint statement Thursday there is “no evidence at this time that the reported drone sightings pose a national security or public safety threat or have a foreign nexus.” Representatives from the federal agencies investigating the drones have briefed local officials behind closed doors, stating the drones sometimes appear to fly in a coordinated pattern and can remain in flight for up to six hours. (CNN) (AC-Speculation is rampant and the truth is probably somewhere in between hobbyist pilots, industry testing, normal planes/helos, and those with nefarious purposes.)
2. Trump Looking into Privatizing U.S. Postal Service: While Trump’s plans regarding how he plans to overhaul the Postal Service were not “immediately clear,” one of the sources told the outlet that Trump had met with “a group of transition officials” and had requested their input on “privatizing the agency.” (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
NSTR
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Trump May Use Bitcoin As US Reserve Asset On 'Day One': Donald Trump will likely issue an executive order on his first day in office to designate Bitcoin as a United States reserve asset, according to Jack Mallers, CEO and founder of Strike. “It wouldn't be the size and scale of 1 million coins but it would be a significant position.", he said. (ZeroHedge)
2. Japan Is Latest Country to Consider Bitcoin National Reserve: A Japanese lawmaker has submitted a formal request to discuss the possibility of launching a national Bitcoin reserve in the country. This initiative follows similar calls by lawmakers in Russia, Brazil, Poland, and the U.S., as Bitcoin's price reached a new all-time high. The proposal is expected to garner support in Japan's legislature, despite the small political party affiliation of the member who introduced it. (Decrypt)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Crypto products record 10th consecutive week of inflows at $3.2B: The milestone follows a series of consecutive weekly inflows since early October, with the past 10 weeks alone bringing $20.3 billion, accounting for 45% of all inflows in 2024. Meanwhile, the Bitcoin to gold ratio hit a new ATH at 40 gold ounces per BTC as the Bitcoin price peaked above $106,000 on Dec. 16. (CoinTelegraph)
2. MicroStrategy Added to Nasdaq 100 Index Following Market Cap Growth: MicroStrategy, after achieving a $97.94 billion market cap through Bitcoin investments, will join the Nasdaq 100 index on December 23, 2024, gaining access to major ETF investment flows while facing potential future reclassification risks. (Blockonomi)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin Hits New Record Highs: Bitcoin climbed above $106,000 on Monday before paring some gains, reaching new all-time highs driven by US President-elect Donald Trump’s strong support for digital assets and plans to create a friendly regulatory environment for the sector. (TradingEconomics)
2. Nasdaq Hits Fresh Record on AI Boost: US stocks advanced on Friday, with the Nasdaq gaining 0.8% to reach a new record high, fueled by investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and the tech sector. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. How a Scammer Stole $300,000 Worth of Crypto by Impersonating Uber Drivers: The Scottsdale Police Department claims that Nuruhussein Hussein onboarded the passengers in front of a local hotel by posing as the Uber they had ordered. With the passengers inside, he asked the alleged victims if he could borrow their phone and claimed that his was broken. Phone in hand, Hussein reportedly emptied the victim’s Coinbase accounts, transferring the funds to an address he controlled. U.S. Secret Service agents arrested Hussein on Dec. 11 and charged him with theft, fraud and money laundering. (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. X Premium Users Enraged After Musk Makes XAI Chatbot Grok Free: 'What the Hell Are We Paying For?': Elon Musk announced that XAI's chatbot Grok will now be free to all users, enraging X Premium users who began asking if their subscription was even worth it now. (IBTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Small-Scale Bitcoin Wallets Are Booming: Addresses With Less Than 1 BTC Surges: Data from the CryptoQuant author reveals that the average number of wallet addresses holding 1 BTC or below has risen to about 323,000. This growth represents an over 21% surge from its previous level. (Bitcoinist)
2. Bitcoin Breaks Barriers: Network Hashrate Smashes 800 EH/s: Bitcoin’s network hashrate has soared past the 800 exahash per second (EH/s) mark, based on the seven-day simple moving average (SMA). The network’s computing might has hit a record-breaking high of 805 EH/s. (BItcoinCOm)
3. New fair value Bitcoin accounting rules go live paving way for corporate reserve adoption: Under the new rule, companies must measure their crypto holdings at fair value and update these valuations in every reporting period. The crypto community has widely welcomed this regulatory progress. Many believe the enhanced transparency and standardized reporting will further mainstream Bitcoin and drive institutional adoption globally. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 83/100 (Up 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-12-13 17:05:06 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 874,571
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Macron Names New French PM / Russia Strikes Ukraine Energy / American Released in Syria / DOJ Had 26 Informants at Jan. 6th Riot / Florida Woman Arrested For Insurance Copycat Threat / SCOTUS Says NVIDA Can be Sued / Pro-Crypto Rep. Hill to Head Financial Services Committee / First Major Bitcoin Tax Evasion Conviction / Texas Bitcoin Reserve Bill Draws Attention / Blackrock Says 2-3% Bitcoin Allocation / Yellen Oversaw Largest Ever Budget Deficit, Says 'Sorry' / PPI Data Says Inflation Still Up / BTC Miners Adopting MSTR Strategy
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $100,105, 37.54 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $102,524 / Lo: $99,233
Vol: $67B (Down 17%)
Mkt Cap: $1.98T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 789 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Down 90%)
Nodes: 20,357
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. France's Macron names centrist politician François Bayrou as new PM: French President Emmanuel Macron named centrist politician François Bayrou as the country's new prime minister on Friday after outgoing premier Michel Barnier resigned last week following a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly. Macron has been under pressure to select a prime minister that will be able to bridge deep divides in parliament. (France24)
2. Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine’s energy sector: “The enemy continues its terror. Once again, the energy sector across Ukraine is under massive attack,” Ukrainian energy minister German Halushchenko said on his official Facebook page. Ukrenergo, Ukraine’s energy grid operator, said it was introducing emergency power outages across the country. (CNN)
3. American man found in Syria after being imprisoned for months: Travis Timmerman, was freed after spending seven months in detention in Syria. He traveled to Syria for spiritual purposes and began walking towards Jordan after his release. (GroundNews)
-US Events-
1. DOJ Inspector General: Department Of Justice Had 26 Confidential ‘Sources’ Working For FBI During Jan. 6 Protest: Thirteen of the FBI-hired “confidential” sources made their way into the Capitol’s restricted area, while four of them entered the Capitol building itself. The others were not mentioned. (GroundNews)
2. Florida Woman Arrested After Allegedly Threatening Copycat Crime Against BlueShield Insurance: The woman, 42-year-old Briana Boston of Lakeland, allegedly called BlueCross BlueShield in response to a recent medical claim being denied and issued a threat echoing the UnitedHealthcare CEO killer’s words. “Delay, deny, depose. You people are next,” she allegedly said to the company over the phone. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. US Supreme Court Bucks Nvidia's Appeal To Dismiss Crypto Class-Action Suit: Nvidia faces a class-action suit alleging it misled investors about the volume of sales to crypto miners after the United States Supreme Court dismissed the chip maker’s appeal to throw it out. (ZeroHedge)
2. Pro-Crypto Rep. French Hill To Head House Financial Services Committee: Rep. French Hill, a Republican from Arkansas, is expected to become the next chair of the House Financial Services Committee after being endorsed by the GOP’s steering committee. Renowned for his proactive approach to crypto issues, Hill has worked alongside outgoing Chair Patrick McHenry to promote industry-friendly legislation. (Bitcoinist)
3. Satoshi Era Bitcoin Buyer Jailed for Two Years in First U.S. Crypto Tax Evasion Sentencing: Frank Richard Ahlgren III bought Bitcoin in 2011, the last year of recorded contact with Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto. Ahlgren then sold his funds between 2017 to 2019 for $4.35 million, but misrepresented these figures to his accountant and in his tax filings. He has been sentenced to two years in prison, ordered to serve one year supervised release, and pay $1,095,031 in restitution. The Texas man attempted to hide how much he’d made from the investment by exchanging Bitcoin for cash in-person, passing funds through a number of wallets, and using crypto mixers—protocols that attempt to obfuscate the sender and receiver of assets. He also artificially inflated the price at which he purchased Bitcoin to reduce the amount of tax he owed. (Decrypt) (AC-Expect more of this type of prosecution.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Texas Bitcoin Reserve Bill Includes 5-Year Mandatory HODL Provision: Texas has become the second-mover in U.S. states moving toward a strategic Bitcoin reserve after Republican State Rep. Giovanni Capriglione introduced a bill to establish a BTC reserve within the Texas state treasury. The reserve will allow Texas to own BTC as a financial asset and it will also be a way "for Texans to voluntarily donate Bitcoin to promote a shared ownership and community investment in Texas's financial future." The state's BTC reserves will be stored for at least five years from the date the digital currencies enter the state's custody. Once the mandatory period ends, the Bitcoin may be sold, moved, appropriated, or converted into other cryptocurrencies upon the Comptroller's directive. (IBTimes)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock Advises How Much Bitcoin to Have in a Multi-Asset Portfolio: BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF has reached $53.8 billion in assets, with the asset manager recommending a maximum 2% Bitcoin portfolio allocation due to its volatility and unique characteristics. The report suggests Bitcoin's role in portfolios and its reliance on adoption for price growth. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Janet Yellen "Sorry" After Presiding Over $15 Trillion Increase In US Debt: “I am concerned about fiscal sustainability and I am sorry that we haven’t made more progress,” she said adding that “I believe that the deficit needs to be brought down especially now that we’re in an environment of higher interest rates.” she said. Yellen has personally presided over a gargantuan $15.2 trillion increase in US debt, or about 42% of all US debt ever issued! No one other government official can make even a remotely similar claim. (ZeroHedge)
2. US Stocks Fall After PPI Data: The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each closed 0.6% lower on Thursday as a hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation report weighed on market sentiment, with technology shares leading the decline. November's producer price index rose 0.4%, doubling forecasts of 0.2%, underscoring slow progress toward the Federal Reserve’s 2% inflation target. (TradiningEconomics)
3. US Jobless Claims Soar to 2-Month High: US initial jobless claims soared by 17,000 from the previous week to 242,000 on the first week of December, well above market expectations that they would fall to 220,000, to mark the sharpest count of new claims since October. (TradiningEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
NSTR
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Miners Are Adopting the Same Bitcoin Acquisition Strategy as MicroStrategy: The shift to building up bitcoin holdings is driven by growing pressure on profitability, which stems from the reward halving in April and a rising network hashrate, the report said. "This likely prompted miners to hoard or seek further investments into bitcoin or diversify into AI/HPC businesses," analysts led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou wrote, referring to artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 76/100 (Down 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-12-11 13:53:27 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 874,256
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 11Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: South Korean Police Raid President's Office / Syrian Rebel Consolidate Control / Fire Make Students Shelter-in-Place at Pepperdine / NJ Officials, FBI Investigate Large Drones / DHS Give Migrants More Jobs / Bitcoin 'Jesus' on Tucker / Bhutan Has Double the Bitcoin Than El Salvador / Binance and Circle to Push USDC / Microsoft Says No to Bitcoin / Fake Recruiters Use Malware / 13% of World Has Herpes / MARA Buys More Bitcoin
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $98,593, 36.69 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $98,536 / Lo: $94,321
Vol: $94B (Down 17%)
Mkt Cap: $1.95T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 770 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 16 sats/vBtye (Up 220%)
Nodes: 19,559
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. South Korea police try to raid Yoon's office over martial law: South Korean police tried to search President Yoon Suk Yeol's office on Wednesday but have not been able to enter the main building. The attempt to search the presidential office significantly escalates the investigation against Yoon and top police and military officers over the Dec. 3 martial law declaration that plunged the country with Asia's fourth-largest economy into a constitutional crisis. Yoon is now the subject of a criminal investigation into insurrection allegations and is banned from leaving the country, but he has not been arrested or questioned by authorities. (Reuters)
2. Syrian rebel forces fight to consolidate control; Israel expands strikes: The Syrian rebel coalition that ousted Bashar al-Assad, led by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), said Wednesday that it had further consolidated control over the country’s east as it seeks to build a new political order in the country. Mohammed al-Bashir, who previously led the HTS-backed governing body in Syria’s Idlib province, said he will serve as Syria’s caretaker prime minister until March. Israel expanded aerial attacks across Syria after Assad’s fall, saying Tuesday that it had launched 350 airstrikes on the country since Sunday, destroying missiles and weapons sites, and effectively eliminating the Syrian navy. (WaPo)
-US Events-
1. Terrified students huddle in library as Malibu wildfire threatens Pepperdine University: Frightening footage from Pepperdine University’s showed flames licking the windows of the library just feet from sheltering students as a Malibu wildfire raged across the Southern California campus overnight Monday. By Tuesday, the Franklin Fire had spread to 2,200 acres and was almost completely uncontained. Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief Anthony C. Marrone said at least 1,000 firefighters have been deployed, but that the fire still is not contained anywhere. (NYPost)
2. NJ state senator calls for 'limited state of emergency' over mysterious drone sightings: "The State of New Jersey should issue a limited state of emergency banning all drones until the public receives an explanation regarding these multiple sightings," Republican state Sen. Jon Bramnick said in a statement Tuesday. The drones are larger than the type typically used by hobbyists, officials and eyewitnesses have said. The White House says President Biden has been briefed on the drones and they are "closely tracking the activity" and "coordinating closely" with DHS and FBI to continue investigating these incidents. (6ABC)
3. DHS Chief Alejandro Mayorkas Announces Jobs Giveaway — for Migrants: On Tuesday, Mayorkas announced a final rule from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that will allow millions of migrants, many of whom have been released into the U.S. interior by the Biden administration, to keep their work permits for up to 540 days when they seek a renewal. Migrants previously could renew their work permits for 180 days. In the last year, more than a million foreign-born workers have secured American jobs while nearly 800,000 native-born Americans have dropped out of the workforce. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Tucker Carlson and Roger Ver Reveal Shocking Details About US Extradition Battle and Bitcoin in Exclusive TCN Interview: Known for his early investments in bitcoin (BTC) and his libertarian advocacy, BitcoinCom founder Roger Ver faces potential extradition to the United States from Spain on allegations of tax evasion—charges he strongly contests. According to Ver, early hopes for bitcoin as an alternative to fiat currency were subverted by a combination of intelligence agencies and institutional players. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. El Salvador's Bitcoin Stash Rises Above $500M, but Bhutan Story Might Be Even Bigger: The value of El Salvador's bitcoin holdings have risen above $500 million and Bhutan's above $1 billion. Bhutan's BTC holdings now account for more than one-third of its GDP versus El Salvador's stack at just 1.5% of its GDP. The tiny South Asian state, with a population of just 800,000 (vs. El Salvador at 6.4 million), is sitting on a bitcoin stash of 12,574 tokens, per Arkham Intelligence, worth $1.1 billion at the current price. (CoinDesk)
2. Binance and Circle Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Global Crypto Adoption: The cooperation will increase the use of USD Coin (USDC) and promote the growth of the global digital assets and financial services ecosystem. Binance will expand the availability of USDC throughout their whole range of goods and services, guaranteeing that over 240 million Binance users worldwide can easily access and utilize USDC for applications related to trading, saving, and payments. Binance will also use USDC as a key dollar stablecoin for their corporate treasury. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Microsoft shareholders reject Saylor-backed Bitcoin treasury proposal: The unlikely push to get Microsoft, one of the world’s most valuable companies, to buy Bitcoin came from the National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank. Microsoft Chief Financial Officer Amy Hood said it was “important to remember our criteria and our goals of our balance sheet,” she continued, citing “to preserve capital, to allow a lot of liquidity, [and] to be able to fund our operations and partnerships and investments.” (DLNews)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Edges Higher Ahead of CPI Report: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury rose toward 4.24% on Wednesday, marking its third consecutive day of gains as investors braced for a crucial US inflation report that could significantly influence Federal Reserve policy. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Dollar Index Gains Traction: The dollar index gained traction and rose to above 106.5 on Tuesday, the highest in two weeks, amid dovish expectations for major central banks outside the US ahead of the domestic CPI print this week. The Bank of Canada is expected to deliver a 50bps rate cut tomorrow and the ECB is due to cut its rates by 25bps on Thursday, pressuring key currencies of n the US dollar index. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Fake Job Recruiters Distribute Banking Trojan via Malicious Apps in Phishing Scam: "As part of their fraudulent hiring process, the phishing campaign tricks victims into downloading a malicious application that acts as a dropper, eventually installing the updated variant of Antidot Banker in the victim's device." Some of the other known features of the malware include keylogging, call forwarding, SMS theft, and Virtual Network Computing (VNC) functionality to remotely interact with the compromised devices. (HackerNews) (AC-Beware the unsolicited job offers.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Over 840 Million People Worldwide Infected with Genital Herpes, Study Finds: Over 840 million people globally are infected with genital herpes, which represents about 13% of the global population, WHO reported in a Medical Journal. (GroundNews)
2. X Took Down Grok's 'Aurora' Image Generator After Going Live, And It Brought Realistic Photos Online: Users on X were surprised with the addition of Grok AI's new image generator called "Aurora" as it appeared on the platform under a beta testing label, and many users were quick to jump on it. However, it did not see two full days available for users to enjoy as it was immediately taken down by X for unknown reasons, after the many AI-created images it was able to generate. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Publicly Traded Bitcoin Miner MARA Buys $1.1 Billion in BTC: MARA, a top Bitcoin miner, recently purchased 11,774 Bitcoin for $1.1 billion, bringing their total holdings to 40,435 Bitcoin worth nearly $3.9 billion. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 78/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-12-10 16:48:36 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 874,109
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 10Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel Strikes Syrian Army Bases / China Encircles Taiwan / Russia Uses Diplomacy to Keep Bases in Syria / Suspect Arrested in CEO Hit / Marine Found Not Guilty in Chokehold Death / Nevada Institutes Blockchain to Secure Elections / Russia Proposes Bitcoin Reserve / Saylor's 'Dump Gold, Buy Bitcoin' Strategy Would Establish Dominance for USA / Google's Quantum Chip Fires Across the Bow of All Encryption / AI Making Investments Now / El Salvador Makes Bitcoin Retail Voluntary (Not Mandatory) / BTC Nodes at ATH
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $97,542, 36.51 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $100,432 / Lo: $94,355
Vol: $113B (Up 72%)
Mkt Cap: $1.93T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 766 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Down 45%)
Nodes: 21,033 (ATH!)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel pounds Syrian army bases, denies deeper incursion: Israel pounded Syrian army bases on Tuesday in strikes it says aim to keep weapons from falling into hostile hands, but denied its forces had advanced into Syria beyond a buffer zone at the border. Since Assad's flight on Sunday ended more than five decades of his family's rule, Israeli troops moved into a demilitarized zone inside Syria established following a 1973 war. Israel calls the incursion a temporary measure to ensure border security. The rough tally of 200 raids overnight had left nothing of the Syrian army's assets, said the sources. (Reuters)
2. Taiwan Says China Carrying Out Huge Maritime Drills: Taiwan said Tuesday that dozens of Chinese warships and other vessels have been deployed around the island, in one of China's biggest-ever military exercises. "Nearly 90" Chinese naval and coast guard ships were currently in waters along the so-called first island chain, which links Okinawa, Taiwan and the Philippines. Taiwan's defence ministry said earlier it had also detected 47 Chinese aircraft near the island in the 24 hours to 6:00 am. "It can indeed be said that the scale of these maritime forces exceeds the four drills since 2022," Sun told reporters. (IBTimes) (AC-If ever there was a good time for a blitzkrieg attack on Taiwan, now would be it.)
3. Moscow reaches out to new Syrian leadership in move to secure bases: Moscow is seeking to secure the future of its key military bases in Syria while making inroads with the country’s new rebel leadership, after the dramatic collapse of the Assad regime threatened to erode Russia’s influence in the Middle East. Russia has kept a sizeable airbase in north-west Syria and a naval facility at the Mediterranean port of Tartus since Moscow’s military intervention helped President Bashar al-Assad reclaim most of the country after nationwide protests that began in 2011. (Guardian)
-US Events-
1. Suspect Charged with UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Murder: Luigi Mangione was charged in New York on suspicion of one count of murder, two counts of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, one count of second-degree possession of a forged document and one count of third-degree possession of a weapon. According to a New York Times report citing friends of Mangione, the suspect lived with serious back pain and underwent surgery for the condition last year. (Breitbart)
2. Daniel Penny Found Not Guilty, Gets Death Threat From BLM Founder: Daniel Penny has been cleared of wrongdoing in the chokehold death of a mentally unstable man, Jordan Neely, after jurors sided with Penny's defense attorneys who had argued that the Marine veteran was justified in rushing to protect fellow subway riders in May of 2023. He received an immediate death threat from BLM founder 'Hawk' Newsome, and Jordan Neely’s father is calling for violent protests after a jury, made up of different races, found Daniel Penny not guilty. (ZeroHedge)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Nevada Adopts Blockchain for Secure Election Certification: The state of Nevada has taken a significant step toward bolstering election security by incorporating blockchain technology into its election certification process. The Nevada Secretary of State’s Office recently announced this initiative, which is aimed at enhancing transparency, preventing fraud, and ensuring the integrity of the state’s election procedures. Through blockchain integration, Nevada is setting an example for other states looking to adopt emerging technologies to improve election security. The technology’s ability to protect critical documents from unauthorized changes is expected to instill greater trust among voters, stakeholders, and officials. (CoinTrust) (AC- Simple Proof? Maybe. There are other reports that the incoming Trump administration and DOGE are looking at instituting the same system. Bitcoin Veterans MAY have had a small part in this...)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Proposed by Russian State Duma Deputy: Anton Tkachev, a State Duma deputy from the “New People” party, has formally proposed the establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). Tkachev submitted an appeal to the Russian Minister of Finance, Anton Siluanov, advocating for the creation of a Bitcoin reserve analogous to the country’s existing reserves in traditional currencies. (Bitcoinist)
2. Michael Saylor Outlines U.S.'s Ultimate Bitcoin Reserve Strategy: Dump Gold, Buy Bitcoin: Michael Saylor, executive chairman and co-founder of Microstrategy, one of the first companies to adopt the bitcoin standard, has proposed that the U.S. purchase 20% or 25% of the bitcoin available using the nation’s gold stash as part of a national strategic reserve policy. (BitcoinCom) (AC-This strategy will have outsized effects on the global financial system, putting any first mover in a very powerful position by diluting the value of gold and buying a huge stake in Bitcoin as other nation-states rush to keep from cratering their currency.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. MicroStrategy buys another 21,550 Bitcoin for $2.1 billion, boosting holdings to $42B: MicroStrategy, the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder, said Monday it had added 21,550 BTC worth around $2.1 billion to its portfolio. The acquisition, made between Dec. 2 and Dec. 8, brings its total Bitcoin stash to 423,650 BTC, valued at approximately $42 billion at current market prices. (CryptoBriefing)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Wall Street Ends Lower as Nvidia Weighs: Stocks in the US kicked off the week lower, as Nvidia shares dropped amid a Chinese antitrust investigation and investor caution ahead of a critical inflation report. Both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq 100 slid 0.6%, following recent record highs, while the Dow Jones fell 240 points. All eyes are on Wednesday's upcoming inflation data, which could influence expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Consumer Sentiment at 8-Month High: The University of Michigan consumer sentiment for the US increased for a fifth consecutive month to 74 in December 2024, the highest level since April, compared to 71.8 in November and above forecasts of 73, preliminary estimates showed. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Google’s Willow quantum chip brings Bitcoin security debate 10 years closer: On Dec. 9, Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO, introduced the Willow chip as a breakthrough in quantum computing. It boasts error reduction capabilities and 105 qubits, a new computational power milestone. This advancement highlights quantum computing’s potential to revolutionize fields dependent on complex calculations. However, it also raises concerns about the security of encryption systems, passwords, and other cryptographic protections. “With one breakthrough we’ve seen a 20 year drop in how long Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have to start taking post-quantum encryption seriously. (CryptoSlate) (AC-With SHA-256 encryption, Bitcoin still has a long way to go before being vulnerable, well after other forms of encryption data are vulnerable such as traditional finance.)
-Technology and Science-
1. This DAO is Leveraging AI to Manage Investments in Bid to Disrupt Traditional Venture Capital Models: The AI16z DAO project, with its own token, utilizes AI to autonomously manage investments, aiming to disrupt traditional venture capital models. AI Marc, the AI agent, makes data-driven financial decisions, eliminating human biases and inefficiencies common in traditional DAOs. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. El Salvador May Alter Bitcoin Law to Close IMF Deal: El Salvador is close to finalizing a deal with the IMF, which would require adjustments to its Bitcoin law. The country is set to receive multi-billion dollar funding in exchange for businesses no longer being obligated to accept Bitcoin, but rather having the option to do so voluntarily. (Decrypt) (AC-Voluntary Bitcoin is freedom-based)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 78/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-12-09 14:59:41 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 873,950
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Syrian Rebels Capture Damascus, Assad Flees to Moscow. US, Israel Hit Syrian Targets / Taiwan on High Alert / Trump To Consider Jan 6th Pardons / CEO's Assassin Still Uncaught / FDIC Warned Banks Over Crypto, Bitcoin / Sen. Warren to Pick SEC Commissioner / Amazon Shareholders Want Bitcoin / USG Added 1.12M Jobs the Last 23 Months / Coinbase Fights Account Restriction FUD and Fraud Attacks / Microsoft Looks to Blockchain for Innovation / Financial Times Apologizes for Bitcoin Hate / Signal Through the Noise
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $98,238, 37.04 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $101,399 / Lo: $97,986
Vol: $65B (Up 58%)
Mkt Cap: $1.94T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 764 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 9 sats/vBtye (Down 25%)
Nodes: 20,949
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Assad flees to Moscow as Syrian rebels capture Damascus: Israel said its military struck Syria’s chemical weapons capabilities on Monday morning after President Bashar al-Assad and his family fled to Russia following a swift rebel offensive. The leader of the main group behind Syria’s armed opposition, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, called the toppling of President Bashar al-Assad a “victory for the entire Islamic nation” in his first public remarks since the rebels captured Damascus. US President Joe Biden welcomed the fall of the Assad regime. He described it as a “historic opportunity for the long-suffering people of Syria to build a better future,” but cautioned it was also a moment of risk and uncertainty in the region. (CNN)
2. Israel seizes Golan buffer zone after Syrian troops leave positions: Israel's prime minister has announced its military has temporarily seized control of a demilitarized buffer zone in the Golan Heights, saying the 1974 disengagement agreement with Syria had "collapsed" with the rebel takeover of the country. On Sunday, the IDF told residents of five Syrian villages inside the zone to stay in their homes until further notice. The Golan Heights is a rocky plateau about 60km (40 miles) south-west of Damascus. (BBC)
3. US conducts airstrikes on ISIS camps in Syria as Biden calls end of Assad regime an 'act of justice': The operation included “dozens of precision airstrikes” and more than 75 targets were hit using Air Force assets like B-52s, F-15s and A-10s in central Syria, CENTCOM said in a statement. “The strikes against the ISIS leaders, operatives, and camps were conducted as part of the ongoing mission to disrupt, degrade and defeat ISIS, in order to prevent the terrorist group from conducting external operations and to ensure that ISIS does not seek to take advantage of the current situation to reconstitute in central Syria.” (WION)
4. Taiwan Military On High Alert As China Warships Sail Near Island: Taiwan said its military was on high alert as Chinese warships sailed near the island on Monday, preparing for a strong response from China to President Lai Ching-te's stopovers in the United States. Taiwan said it had also detected Chinese coast guard vessels and that Beijing's People's Liberation Army (PLA) had restricted the airspace off the Chinese coast. (IBTimes)
-US Events-
1. Trump Says He Plans To Pardon Jan. 6 Demonstrators On ‘First Day’ Of His Second Term: On Sunday, Trump told NBC’s Kristen Welker that people on the January 6th committee belong in jail and he plans to pardon the demonstrators on his first day. “I’m going to look at everything. We’ll look at individual cases,” Trump told Welker. “But I’m going to be acting very quickly.” (OANN)
2. UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson murder suspect on the run for nearly a week: John Miller, former NYPD deputy commissioner for intelligence and counterterrorism, told CBS News on Saturday that the hostel surveillance video of the person of interest is the "most significant clue to date." (Fox)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Letters Show FDIC Warned Banks Away From Crypto Services: Newly disclosed correspondences between the FDIC and member banks reveal the agency instructed banks to pause all crypto asset-related activities until proper regulation was determined. The letters, published in compliance with a FOIA request by Coinbase, do not clarify if the FDIC completed a review on crypto-related activity. (Decrypt)
2. Warren Will Have Significant Say in Selecting the Democratic SEC Commissioner: Democratic party leadership is giving Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren significant sway to choose who will fill the open slot for a Democratic commissioner at the SEC. The SEC can only have up to three commissioners from the same party. Currently, two of the Democrats on the commission include Chair Gary Gensler and Commissioner Jaime Lizárraga, who are both stepping down in January. Trump has already nominated Republican Paul Atkins as next SEC Chair to replace Gensler. The remaining two commissioners must therefore be Democrats, independents, or members of a third party, rather than Republicans. (Unchained)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Will Amazon Buy Bitcoin? Shareholders Propose 5% Investment: Shareholders of Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) have submitted a proposal urging the $2.3 trillion technology conglomerate to consider adding Bitcoin to its balance sheet. The measure, submitted by the National Center for Public Policy Research and slated for discussion at Amazon’s 2025 annual shareholder meeting in April, calls on the company’s Board to assess whether incorporating BTC as a treasury asset would serve the best long-term interests of shareholders. (Bitcoinist)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Nasdaq Notch Fresh Highs After Upbeat Payroll Data: The S&P 500 and Nasdaq set new record highs on Friday, up 0.2% and 0.8% respectively, fueled by a stronger-than-expected November jobs report that raised optimism about a Federal Reserve rate cut later this month. (TradingEconomics)
2. Government job creation over the past 2 yrs has been unusually high: In 23 months since Jan 2023, the government has created a total of 1.123M jobs, which was surpassed only 3 times on record (data going back to 1939), including: One month in 2000, 22 months from 1966-1968 (Vietnam War), and 21 months from 1941-1942 (World War 2). (ArkominaResearch)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Coinbase responds to account restriction 'FUD': 'We're not ignoring you': Amid reports on X over the weekend from Coinbase customers that their accounts were suddenly restricted by the platform, Coinbase's @CoinbaseSupport X account has responded in a series of posts, asking customers, "Please bear with us and don’t believe everything you see on twitter." Reports of attacks targeting Coinbase users have also ticked up in recent weeks. "We’ve seen a surge of new users and old users re-activating their accounts post-election," the @CoinbaseSupport X account wrote in its thread. "Along with this surge, as is typical with surges, we’ve seen a 2-3x increase in fraudulent attempts...our fraud-prevention systems are acting as expected and have saved customers tens of millions in losses in November alone." (TheBlock)
-Technology and Science-
1. Microsoft’s Bold Step into Blockchain Innovation: Microsoft has begun venturing deeper into blockchain technology, marking a strategic shift in its long-standing focus on software and cloud computing. The company is reportedly exploring blockchain-powered solutions in diverse areas, such as supply chain management and digital identity verification. (CoinTrust)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Financial Times apologizes for years of negative Bitcoin coverage after price hits $100K: FT Alphaville has issued an apology acknowledging its long-standing skepticism towards bitcoin, despite consistent critical coverage. This comes after bitcoin's price recently exceeded $100,000, leading to significant reader backlash. The editorial team reiterated that their past articles, which depicted bitcoin as inefficient and questioned its intrinsic worth, remain defended. However, they expressed regret for any influence their skeptical views may have had on readers' financial decisions. (CryptoBriefing)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 78/100 (Up 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The misdirection prevalent throughout all media is staggering with respect to Bitcoin. Most headlines celebrating Bitcoin's success at $100K immediately redirect readers to the altcoin offerings and excitement of the latest and greatest coins. Bitcoin-curious people heading to the internet have almost no chance to grasp the fundamentals of Bitcoin or learn about it. It is no wonder the world does not trust those of us who represent or share about Bitcoin. The noise this cycle is going to be very loud!
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2024-12-05 13:56:22 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 873,379
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 05Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Bitcoin Soars Past $100K / French Government Collapses / Genocide in Gaza, Says Amnesty Intl. / Taiwan President Speaks With US Speaker Johnson / CEO Assassination Draws Speculations / Paul Atkins Picked for SEC Head / Putin Says Bitcoin Can't Be Stopped / Fed's Powell Claims Bitcoin Not Store of Value / Chile Says No BTC Reserve / Blackrock's BTC ETF Breaks Records / Chinese Hack of US Telecoms Angers Lawmakers, Encrypted Apps Recommended / OpenAI Moves into Drones and DoD / Ethiopia Now Top 5 BTC Miners / MARA Prepares to Buy More BTC / Beware, AltSeason Begins
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $103,108, 38.99 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $103,900 / Lo: $94,660
Vol: $131B (Up 92%)
Mkt Cap: $2.04T (Up 8%)
HashRate: 763 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 9 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 20,572
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. French government collapses after no-confidence vote passes against Prime Minister Michel Barnier: The French National Assembly passed a vote of no-confidence on Wednesday, effectively collapsing the current government. Barnier is now expected to resign just a mere three months into holding his position. The conservative leader will be the shortest-serving prime minister in French history. The no-confidence vote, which was prompted by budget disputes, was a result of far-right and far-left French lawmakers banding together against the current government. (Fox)
2. Amnesty International says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Israel rejects the allegations: Amnesty International accused Israel of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip during its war with Hamas, saying it has sought to deliberately destroy Palestinians by mounting deadly attacks, demolishing vital infrastructure and preventing the delivery of food, medicine and other aid. “The deplorable and fanatical organization Amnesty International has once again produced a fabricated report that is entirely false and based on lies,” Israel’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement. Amnesty International Israel, a local branch of the organization that was not involved in the report, also disputed the allegation of genocide, in a rare public airing of internal dissent at the rights group. (AP)
3. Taiwan president spoke with US House Speaker Johnson, China warns of 'red lines': Taiwan President Lai Ching-te spoke by telephone with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson during Lai's visit to the Pacific, the presidential office said on Thursday, as Beijing called the Taiwan issue a "red line" not to be crossed in Sino-U.S. ties. Sources familiar with the situation have told Reuters that China could launch a new round of war games in response to Lai's trip to the Pacific, which included stopovers in Hawaii and the U.S. territory of Guam. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s assassin may have left message on bullets used in murder: The at-large suspect who gunned down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Midtown hotel may have left a message on the bullets he used to kill the executive Wednesday morning, according to police sources. The NYPD is investigating the possible message — which appears to include the words “deny,” “depose” and “defend” — engraved on live rounds and shell casings left behind by the masked assassin after he shot Thompson, 50, several times at about 6:46 a.m. before fleeing. Cops had recovered three live 9-millimeter rounds and three discharged casings in front of the Hilton hotel on Sixth Avenue. (NYPost)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto Approves Of Paul Atkins, Trump's Pick To Replace SEC Chair Gary Gensler: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has officially nominated former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Paul Atkins to replace outgoing Chair Gary Gensler, marking a new era in the digital assets space. During his tenure as a Commissioner from 2002 through 2008, he was known for going against heavy-handed enforcement strategies in regulation. Atkins has spoken in some crypto-centric conferences, including CoinMarketCap's The Capital in 2019, and a Cardano (ADA) Summit. (IBTimess) (AC-This is a possible vector in support of a new altcoin season. Crypto may indeed support Atkins, complete with accolades from Ripple and Coinbase CEOs. If the top man at SEC is easy on altcoins, more will certainly pop up quickly.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Vladimir Putin Pushes Bitcoin As A Viable Alternative To Dollar Reserves: Speaking at an investment conference in Moscow, Putin argued that the current geopolitical climate, particularly following the West’s freezing of approximately $300 billion in Russian reserves due to the Ukraine conflict, raises legitimate questions about the wisdom of holding state reserves in foreign currencies. “No one can prohibit the use of Bitcoin or other digital assets,” Putin asserted. (Bitcoinist) (AC-This is big news if acted upon!)
2. Bitcoin is a competitor to gold, not the US dollar, reiterates Fed’s Powell: “People use Bitcoin as a speculative asset. It’s just like gold, only it’s virtual, it’s digital,” Powell said at The New York Times-hosted DealBook Summit in New York on Dec. 4. “People are not using it as a form of payment or as a store of value. It’s highly volatile. It’s not a competitor for the dollar. It’s really a competitor for gold.”, he said. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-Either he doesn't understand how Bitcoin is being used, or is gaslighting in an attempt to make what he says to be true. If people aren't using Bitcoin as a store of value, why are plebs, companies and institutions establishing their own Bitcoin 'Treasuries'?)
3. No Bitcoin! Central Bank of Chile Rejects Adding BTC as a Reserve Asset: The Central Bank of Chile recently stated that it could not add bitcoin to its reserves, as this crypto asset fails to comply with the requirements to be included as a bank investment. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock’s IBIT Hits $50 Billion in Record Time as Bitcoin Surges Past $100,000: BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has surpassed $50 billion in assets under management, achieving the milestone in just 228 days—more than five times faster than any other ETF in history. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin Soars Above $100,000 For The First Time: After toying with its fanatical fan base for much of the past 2 weeks, teasing a breach of the "nice round number" resistance several times only to fade right below it, moments ago bitcoin finally erupted higher with an aggressive buyer taking advantage of the illiquid Asian session and sending the world's first digital token above $100,000 for the first time ever... and greenlighting the road to $200,000 and beyond. (ZeroHedge)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. US senators vow action after briefing on Chinese Salt Typhoon telecom hacking: U.S. government agencies held a classified briefing for all senators on Wednesday on China's alleged efforts known as Salt Typhoon to burrow deep into American telecommunications companies and steal data about U.S. calls. A U.S. official told reporters a large number of Americans' metadata has been stolen in the sweeping cyber espionage campaign, adding dozens of companies across the world had been hit by the hackers, including "at least" eight telecommunications and telecom infrastructure firms in the United States. (Reuters) (AC-In response, several government agencies encouraged usage of encrypted apps like signal or WhatsApp in the meantime.)
-Technology and Science-
1. OpenAI Partners with Anduril to Enhance US Military Drone Defense: OpenAI and defense tech company Anduril announced yesterday a collaboration to enhance military drone defense capabilities, marking OpenAI's first major venture into the defense sector after revising its military application policy earlier this year. he partnership aims to protect US military personnel from drone threats by integrating AI models into defense systems, following recent incidents including unauthorized drone flights over Langley Air Force Base and nuclear facilities. (GroundNews) (AC-AI-enhanced drones are the next technology step in kinetic warfare. Jamming will no longer work if a link is no longer necessary.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Ethiopia’s Bitcoin mining surge now accounts for 2.5% of global hash rate: On Dec. 4, local Bitcoin miner Kal Kassa stated: “Bitcoin miners in Ethiopia now command 2.5% of the global hash-rate. If trends continue, according to Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP), this will more than double within one year.” Ethiopia’s 2.5% contribution to the global Bitcoin hash rate would place it among the top five Bitcoin mining nations, joining established leaders like the United States, China, and the Czech Republic. (CryptoSlate)
2. Marathon Digital Prepares for $850 Million of Bitcoin Purchase: Bitcoin miner Marathon Digital (NASDAQ: MARA) has recently completed its $850 million convertible note offering at 0% interest, the proceeds of which shall go for additional Bitcoin purchases. The announcement comes just when BTC’s price smashed past the $100K milestone earlier today hitting a new all-time high. Speculations have started pouring in for BTC price to hit $125,000 by the year-end as part of the Christmas rally. (CoinGape)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 84/100 (Up 6 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): To all Bitcoin HODLers, congratulations on holding through a new round number of USD! As this Bitcoin bull market continues, however, just like all other bull markets, the shitcoin market and scams will exponentially increase. It is already evident as most crypto sites are emphasizing XRP, DogeCoin, Shiba, etc., instead of the foundation of the only truly decentralized digital asset. As Bitcoiners, it's our responsibility to continue to share the distinction with those we care about and keep others from shitcoining as much as possible. Human nature wants a quick win, which is why shitcoins continue. Also, as 'crypto'-friendly administrators take office under Trump, the will to clamp down on scammers may be lessened and politicians are confused over the 'industry'.
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2024-12-04 14:32:22 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 873,216
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 04Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: South Korea Martial Law Lasts 6 Hours / China Withholds Rare Earth Materials / Georgia Protests Continue / CA Flips House Seat After Month-Long Vote Count / Pete Hegseth Draws Fire as DoD Head Pick/ 2.6% Of US Budget Goes to Migrants / Debanking Highlighted as Weapon / Mayor Adams Gloats Over Bitcoin Paycheck / Missouri Says No to CBDC / Coinbase Integrates Apple Pay / BTC ETS Have Huge Day, Week, Month / More Job Openings / Stocks Stabilize / Global Surveillance Out of Control / CashApp Drops Free BTC Transactions / Virgin Voyages Taking Bitcoin Payments / Foundry Slims Down
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $95,730, 36.29 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $97,026 / Lo: $93,629
Vol: $68B (Up 8%)
Mkt Cap: $1.89T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 742 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 9 sats/vBtye (Down 18%)
Nodes: 20,468
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. South Korea lifts president’s martial law decree after lawmakers reject military rule: President Yoon Suk Yeol, who appeared likely to be impeached over his actions, imposed martial law late Tuesday out of frustration with the opposition, vowing to eliminate “anti-state” forces as he struggles against opponents who control parliament and that he accuses of sympathizing with communist North Korea. Now Yoon faces likely impeachment, a scenario that was also possible before he made the bold move, Seiler said. Pentagon spokesman Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said there was no effect on the more than 27,000 U.S. service members based in South Korea. (AP)
2. China Bans Key Materials Export to U.S. in Tech War Escalation: China has imposed a ban on the export of key high-tech materials including gallium, germanium, and antimony to the United States. This decision follows U.S. restrictions on exporting semiconductor technology to China, escalating tensions in a tech trade war between the two nations. These materials are critical for the production of semiconductors, which have both civilian and military applications, potentially affecting various high-tech industries globally. (X)
3. Demonstrators again converge on Georgia’s parliament after the country’s EU bid was suspended: Like on five previous nights, riot police used water cannons and tear gas to push back the protesters, who threw fireworks at police officers and built barricades on the Georgian capital’s central boulevard. Opposition member Kordzaia voiced confidence that the protesters will achieve their goal of calling new elections and joining the EU. (AP)
-US Events-
1. Democrats flip final House seat of the 2024 elections, narrowing Republicans' majority: Democrat Adam Gray has defeated GOP Rep. John Duarte in a rematch in California’s 13th District in the Central Valley following weeks of ballot counting, NBC News projects, meaning Republicans won 220 House seats in the 2024 elections to Democrats’ 215. Thanks to Gray’s victory, Democrats netted one seat in the House elections, flipping nine Republican-held seats, mainly in blue states, as Republicans flipped eight Democratic-held seats. (NBC) (AC-If your count long enough, the race will eventually turn your way.)
2. Female Republican Senators Express Support for Pete Hegseth: Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) expressed full support for Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth after meeting with him Monday amid an onslaught of hit pieces from the establishment media. Her support comes at a critical time, as Hegseth comes under attack from anonymous sources in reports about his alleged behavior when drinking or with women from as far back as 2014. (Breitbart) (AC-The onslaught against Hegseth is telling.)
3. Musks’s Department of Government Efficiency Highlights Current Spending of $150 Billion on Migrants: Illegal immigration has cost American taxpayers a blistering 2.6% of the entire U.S. government’s $6.1 trillion in federal spending for the entire 2023 fiscal year. (OAN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Debanking Isn't New—It Was Happening Before Chokepoint 2.0: Operation Chokepoint has received a new wave of attention and scrutiny following a Joe Rogan interview during which Marc Andreesen claimed the government has purposefully debanked more than 30 tech founders. It's not just tech that's paying attention, the crypto industry has been keenly aware of it for years. (Decrypt)
2. New York Mayor Eric Adams gloats about his Bitcoin paychecks amid 129% surge: ‘Who’s laughing now?’: In January 2022, when Adams assumed office, he received his first three paychecks in Bitcoin and Ether. “Go look at my Bitcoin now,” Adams gloated to reporters on Tuesday. “You all mock me. ‘You’re taking your first three paychecks in Bitcoin. What’s wrong with you?’ Now you wish you would have done it.” The mayor is currently facing criminal charges of bribery and campaign finance violations. He has denied all wrongdoing. (DLNews)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Missouri Senate introduces bill to disqualify CBDCs as legal tender: The Missouri Senate introduced SB 194 on Dec. 1, proposing to ban central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) as legal tender within the state. The bill seeks to prohibit public entities from accepting or using CBDCs and modifies the definition of “money” under the Uniform Commercial Code to exclude these digital currencies. (CoinDesk)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Coinbase Integrates Apple Pay for Seamless Fiat to Crypto Transactions: According to Coinbase’s statement, the “Coinbase Onramp takes the hassle out of fiat-to-crypto conversions with lightweight KYC for eligible purchases, free USDC on and offramping, and access to the most popular payment methods.” The integration also offers free USD Coin (USDC) transactions for both crypto on and off-ramping, as well as access to over 60 fiat currencies, 100 cryptocurrencies, and more than 20 blockchains with regulatory compliance. (BitcoinCom)
2. Bitcoin ETFs Add $676 Million in One Day as Holdings Approach Satoshi’s: After a record-breaking November, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs continue to see "robust" inflows in the final stretch of the year. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Job Openings Rise More Than Expected: The number of job openings increased by 372,000 to 7.744 million in October 2024 from a downwardly revised 7.372 million in September and above market expectations of 7.48 million. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stock Rally Pauses: Stocks remained mostly flat on Tuesday as a rally to record levels paused. The S&P 500 hovered just below unchanged, while the Nasdaq fell by 0.3%. The Dow Jones gained more than 35 points. This followed strong performances on Monday, where the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached new highs. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Europol Dismantles Criminal Messaging Service MATRIX in Major Global Takedown: Europol on Tuesday announced the takedown of an invite-only encrypted messaging service called MATRIX that's created by criminals for criminal purposes. The joint operation, conducted by French and Dutch authorities under the moniker Passionflower, comes in the aftermath of an investigation that was launched in 2021 after the messaging service was discovered on the phone of a criminal convicted for the murder of a Dutch journalist Peter R. de Vries. (HackerNews) (AC-The global surveillance network in growing out of control. Expect every digital device, communication channel and software to be compromised and under nation-state and supra-national surveillance.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Cash App Has Dropped Its Zero Fee Bitcoin $Cashtag Transfers: “Cash App will no longer support sending and receiving Bitcoin between $cashtags,” starting on Dec. 20, a recent announcement reads. However, customers outside of New York can still use Lightning Network to receive or send Bitcoin. BusinessDasher data shows that the payment super-app currently has over 57 million active users on its platform. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Virgin Voyages Introduces 'Industry-First' Bitcoin-Payment Option for Cruises: Virgin Voyages has unveiled its Annual Pass, a bold first in the cruising world that allows cryptocurrency payments, including bitcoin (BTC). This offering brings a fresh twist to travel payments and aligns with the company’s forward-thinking ethos. (BitcoinCom)
2. Foundry Lays Off 16% of U.S. Employees as It Focuses on Core Business: Digital Currency Group (DCG) owned mining pool Foundry has laid off 16% of its U.S.-based employees and a "small team in India." "We recently made the strategic decision to focus Foundry on our core business – operating the #1 Bitcoin mining pool in the world and growing our site operations business – while we supported the development of DCG’s newest subsidiaries, including Yuma and the spinout of Foundry’s successful self-mining business." (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 78/100 (Up 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-12-03 14:21:08 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 873,074
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 03Dec24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Under Fire / French Government Dissolves / US To Send Ukraine More / Patel As FBI Head Strikes Fear / AR Rep to Investigate Chokepoint 2.0 / Coinbase Drops Lawyers Supporting Anti-Crypto / USG Moves Almost $2B in BTC / Wharton Prof Says Bitcoin, Not BRICS Threaten USD / Japan Exchange Shuts Down After BTC Hack / Trezor Sales Up 600% / Is Today the Day for Alien Invasion? / Moore's Law Update / Cobra Says Bitcoin Soft Fork Next Year
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $94,488, 35,70 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $97,430 / Lo: $94,455
Vol: $63B (Up 19%)
Mkt Cap: $1.87T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 728 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 13 sats/vBtye (Down 10%)
Nodes: 20,781
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in Lebanon tested by intensifying cross-border strikes as both sides claim breaches: Israel unleashed its largest wave of airstrikes across Lebanon since agreeing to a ceasefire with Hezbollah last week, killing at least 11 people on Monday after the Lebanese militant group fired a volley of projectiles as a warning over what it said were Israeli truce violations. The projectiles were apparently the first time that Hezbollah took aim at Israeli forces after the 60-day ceasefire went into effect last Wednesday. (CBS)
2. French government faces collapse as left and far-right submit no-confidence motions: "The French have had enough," National Rally (RN) leader Marine Le Pen told reporters in parliament, saying Barnier, who only became prime minister in early September, had made things worse and needed to be pushed out. "We are proposing a motion of no confidence against the government," she said. Barring a last-minute surprise, Barnier's fragile coalition will be the first French government to be forced out by a no-confidence vote since 1962. Barnier's minority government had relied on RN support for its survival. The budget bill, which seeks to rein in France's spiraling public deficit through 60 billion euros ($63 billion) in tax hikes and spending cuts, snapped that tenuous link. (Reuters) (AC-Democratic governments cannot willfully stop profligate spending without being forced to. The voters will not support cuts to spending when they are reliant on them. The effects of MMT and expansionary government spending based on MMT are coming to a head globally.)
-US Events-
1. US will send Ukraine $725 million more in counter-drone systems, anti-personnel land mines: President Joe Biden aims to utilize all military assistance funds for Ukraine approved by Congress before his administration ends on January 20, totaling around $7.1 billion. (GroundNews)
2. What a 'deep state' investigation could look like if Kash Patel becomes FBI director: Patel says the current and former U.S. officials who he claims orchestrated "Russia Gate" should be prosecuted, while "thousands and thousands and thousands" of government employees need to be fired for aiding the so-called "deep state" -- what conspiracy theorists claim is a cadre of career government employees working together to secretly manipulate policy, undermine elected leaders, and take down Trump. Comey, McCabe, Strzok, Page, Clinton, Brennan, Clapper, Barr, Rosenstein, Haspel, Esper, Hill and Sullivan are all among 60 current and former officials identified in Patel's book as "Members of the Executive Branch Deep State" -- people who he called "corrupt actors of the first order." (ABC) (AC-Designed as a FUD piece against Patel, this article gives a semi-accurate picture of some immediate actions Patel might accomplish.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Arkansas Republican French Hill Vows to 'Fully Investigate Operation Choke Point 2.0': Rep. French Hill (R) of Arkansas who currently serves as vice chairman of the House Financial Services Committee and as chairman of the Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology and Inclusion, has pledged to “fully investigate” the alleged government effort to debank the crypto industry – dubbed “Operation Choke Point 2.0.” (BitcoinCom)
2. Coinbase Severs Ties With Law Firms Hiring Ex-SEC Officials: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has announced the termination of ties with law firms hiring former SEC officials involved in what he considers an unjust campaign against the crypto industry. Armstrong specifically pointed out Milbank for hiring Gurbir Grewal, the former head of the SEC's Division of Enforcement. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. US government transfers $1.9 billion in Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime: A crypto wallet linked to the US government just transferred approximately 20,000 Bitcoin, valued at $1.9 million, to Coinbase, according to data tracked by Arkham Intelligence. The wallet’s Bitcoin holdings are linked to the seizure of assets from Silk Road, a notorious dark web marketplace that facilitated illegal drug and weapon trades before its shutdown in 2013. At the time of reporting, the US authorities still hold around $18 billion worth of Bitcoin, alongside other crypto assets like ETH (approximately $217 million) and USDT (around $122 million). (CryptoBriefing) (AC-Many notable Bitcoiners are panning this action as a bad strategic move for the US if they are being set up to sell. It is possible that they are looking at using Coinbase as a custodian for a possible Bitcoin Reserve, but less likely given the Biden administration's distaste for it.)
2. Bitcoin, Not BRICS, Is the True Threat to US Dollar Reserve, Warns Wharton Professor: Jeremy Siegel, professor emeritus of finance at the Wharton School said on CNBC, 'I find that really curious because I think the biggest threat to the dollar being used as a reserve currency is bitcoin, which we all hear Trump is a big supporter of.' (BItcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. U.S. ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum Show Strong Growth in November. Up Bigly: Record net inflows are seen in U.S. ETFs invested in Bitcoin and Ethereum, indicating a maturing market. Ethereum ETFs, led by BlackRock's ETHA, gained $467 million in late November, surpassing Bitcoin's modest performance. Bitcoin spot ETFs dominate with $105 billion in net assets, while Ethereum ETFs show potential growth. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Close at Records: The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 closed at record highs to kick off December trading, gaining 0.2% and 1.1%, respectively, driven by large-cap tech stocks, while the Dow Jones slipped 128 points. (TradingEconomics)
2. Dollar Index Gains Almost 1%: The dollar index gained almost 1% to 106.7 on Monday, rebounding from a 1.6% fall last week which was the first weekly decline in nine weeks.(TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Japanese Crypto Exchange to Shut Down After $300M Hack, Transfer Accounts to SBI: Japanese crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin will transfer customer accounts and assets to SBI VC Trade by March 2025 following a massive cyberattack. (Decrypt) (AC-Not your keys, not your coin.)
2. Trezor Sees Record Sales Week as Bitcoin Approaches $100K: The hardware wallet company has reported a 600% increase in sales following the November US elections and recently recorded its highest-ever daily sales. Trezor’s new product line contributed significantly to this milestone. The hardware wallets Trezor Safe 3 and Trezor Safe 5 have gained much attention from users due to their user-friendly interface, sleek modern design, and robust security, thanks to Trezor’s open-source philosophy. (CoinGape) (AC-The same type of increase could be implied for ColdCard.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Alien Invasion Rumor Sweeps Social Media: Social media platforms are buzzing with posts about an alleged alien invasion predicted by Clif High's 'Web Bots' software, originally from the late 1990s, set to occur on December 3, 2024. While no official confirmation exists, the posts range from serious speculation to jest. Additionally, recent UFO sightings over Texas and FBI investigations into drone activities in New Jersey add to the speculative atmosphere, though they remain unrelated in official reports. (X) (AC-The 'Web Bots' software is an interesting attempt to scour the internet and forecast the future based on web activity. It has notable successes and many failures.)
2. The Moore's Law Update: Humanity’s capacity to compute has compounded for as long as we can measure it, exogenous to the economy, and starting long before Intel co-founder Gordon Moore noticed a refraction of the longer-term trend in the belly of the fledgling semiconductor industry in 1965. (X Post by @FutureJurvetson) (AC-A great post on one of the most impactful theories of our lifetime, and is still relevant to our future.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Cobra Warns of a New Bitcoin Soft Fork Next Year: Cobra, the operator and owner of the bitcoin.org domain, has alerted the community about a new development in the bitcoin world. He stated that unidentified bitcoiners outside of Bitcoin Core are preparing to introduce a user-activated soft fork (UASF) next year. In social media, Cobra stated: 'Some bitcoiners are going to attempt to soft fork in CTV through a UASF sometime in 2025. Not enough people are paying attention to this.' CTV stands for Check Template Verify, a series of improvements that introduce the concept of covenants to Bitcoin. Covenants are structures that establish spending conditions for the bitcoin stored in a determined wallet. (BitcoinCom) (AC-More research needed.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 76/100 (Down 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-11-27 15:10:02 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 872,202
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 27Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Begins / Drones Spotted Over US Bases in UK Again / EU Social Media Regulator to Establish Truth in Romanian Elections / Trump-Biden Sign Transition MOU / MAHA Team Coming Together / Tornado Cash Case Dropped / Trump Eyes CFTC To Oversee Crypto Instead of SEC / Rwanda Bank to Regulate Crypto / US National Debt Hits $36T / US Stocks Up, BTC Down / Crypto Gives Low-Income Greater Chance for Homeownership / NASA Finds Cold-War Base in Greenland / Trump Eyes AI Czar / New BTC Hodlers Aren't
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $93,672, 35.34 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $94,702 / Lo: $90,770
Vol: $76B (Down 22%)
Mkt Cap: $1.86T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 735 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 8 sats/vBtye (Down 33%)
Nodes: 19,032
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. As Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire begins, residents in packed cars return to south Lebanon: A ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah appeared to be holding, as residents in cars heaped with belongings streamed back toward southern Lebanon despite warnings from the Israeli and Lebanese military that they stay away from certain areas. The agreement calls for a two-month initial halt in fighting and would require Hezbollah to end its armed presence in a broad swath of southern Lebanon, while Israeli troops would return to their side of the border. If Hezbollah breaks the agreement and tries to rearm, we will attack,” said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. “For every violation, we will attack with might.” (AP)
2. British forces deployed after drones spotted again over three US air bases in UK: Since last Wednesday, small drones have been spotted in England near the RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, RAF Feltwell and RAF Fairford, the US Air Force in Europe announced. (KronenZeitung) (AC-No attribution has been announced.)
3. Romania asks EU to investigate TikTok’s election handling after ultranationalist’s stunning win: Romanian officials have alarmed the European Union's powerful social media regulator about irregularities on TikTok during the first round of the national presidential election. A top EU lawmaker demanded on Tuesday that TikTok's chief executive appear before the European Parliament to answer questions, and Romanian NGOs have urged the Commission to look into whether TikTok and other platforms complied with Europe's social media laws. (Politico) (AC-Straight out of Orwell's 'Ministry of Truth" paradigm, there can only be one source of truth, especially when it comes to elections.)
-US Events-
1. Trump Team Officially Signs Transition Agreement with Biden White House to Formalize Transition — Will Be Privately Funded and Will Not Use Government Technology or Buildings: This bold decision reflects Trump’s commitment to saving taxpayers’ money while avoiding the pitfalls of entrenched bureaucracy and potential interference from the “Deep State.” The MOU signed with the Biden administration allows Trump’s team to access non-public government information, receive briefings, and deploy transition personnel to federal agencies. (GatewayPundit)
2. Trump names COVID lockdown critic Dr. Jay Bhattacharya as pick for NIH director: "Together, Jay and RFK Jr. will restore the NIH to a Gold Standard of Medical Research as they examine the underlying causes of, and solutions to, America’s biggest Health challenges, including our Crisis of Chronic Illness and Disease," Trump said in the statement. "Together, they will work hard to Make America Healthy Again?", Trump said. (ABC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Tornado Cash Case: Appeals Court Says Treasury OFAC 'Overstepped' Authority In Sanctions Move: Tornado Cash just had a major legal victory after an Appeals Court called on the United States to drop sanctions against the crypto anonymizing tool, also adding that the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) committed an overreach of authority in the case. (Various)
2. Trump Reportedly Eyes CFTC To Wield Lead Regulatory Hand In Crypto: The Trump administration is looking to give authority to the CFTC to regulate the spot market for Bitcoin and other altcoins, a new report revealed. If given the authority to oversee digital assets and cryptocurrencies, the CFTC may regulate tokens deemed commodities, as well as crypto exchanges, the report noted. There are also reports stating Trump is considering a new role that will focus entirely on crypto policy, which could then turn the tides in favor of the burgeoning industry. (IBTimes)
3. Rwanda Preparing to Regulate Cryptocurrencies: 'Cannot Get Rid of Them,' Says Governor: Rwanda is poised to implement regulations governing the use and trade of cryptocurrencies, according to John Rwangomba, governor of the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR). This disclosure came in response to a lawmaker’s inquiry about the central bank’s stance on Bitcoin. While Rwangomba’s response did not explicitly endorse cryptocurrency, it marked a shift from the NBR’s previous public pronouncements. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. US National Debt Reaches $36 Trillion: Biden’s administration has seen debt numbers rise from $28 trillion to more than $36 trillion, growing by over $8 trillion in just three years. Analysts have stated that these constant debt increases are very significant to the future of bitcoin, claiming that if the U.S. finally adopts a strategic bitcoin reserve, it can reset the world’s economy. Samson Mow, CEO of JAN3, has also linked the debt rise to a possible bitcoin rebase of the national currency. “Either there’s going to be a debt jubilee or the U.S. dollar has to rebase to bitcoin. (BitcoinCom) (AC-For perspective, the interest payments on this debt now outpace all US defense expenditures.)
-Institutional Concerns-
NSTR
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Dow Close at Fresh Records: The S&P 500 gained 0.6% and reached a new record high on Tuesday, along with the Dow, which rose 118 points. The Nasdaq also saw a 0.6% increase as markets continued to weigh the potential effects of trade barriers following tariff threats from President-elect Donald Trump. (TradingEconomics)
2. Fed To Adopt Gradual Rate Cuts: Federal Reserve officials conveyed optimism that inflation is subsiding and the labor market remains robust, supporting the possibility of further interest rate cuts, though at a measured pace, minutes from November 6-7 meeting showed. (TradingEconomics)
3. Crypto windfalls boost homeownership dreams for low-income Americans: Low-income households in the United States are turning crypto profits into opportunities for homeownership, as revealed by a Nov. 26 report from the Office of Financial Research (OFR), a US Treasury Department research arm. “For low-income households, average mortgage debt balances and mortgage-holding rates sharply increased in zip codes with high crypto exposure. This indicates that low-income households may be using crypto gains to take out new mortgages and to take out larger mortgages.” (CryptoSlate)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
NSTR
-Technology and Science-
1. NASA aircraft uncovers site of secret Cold War nuclear missile tunnels under Greenland ice sheet: NASA scientists conducting surveys of arctic ice sheets in Greenland got an unprecedented view of an abandoned "city under the ice" built by the U.S. military during the Cold War. As it turns out, this abandoned "secret city" was the site of a secret Cold War project known as Project Iceworm which called for the construction of 2,500 miles (4,023 km) of tunnels that could be used to launch nuclear intermediate range ballistic missiles (IRBMs) at the Soviet Union. (SpaceCom)
2. Donald Trump Eyes AI Czar In White House: A report on Tuesday revealed that Trump is making this decision to coordinate federal policy and the governmental use of this emerging technology. Simultaneously, the report indicated that Elon Musk will not be in the mentioned AI role but is expected to be involved in shaping the future and use cases of the model. (CoinGape)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin $2B daily profit-taking involves mostly new hodlers: Examining cumulative realized profit delineated by age group, researchers confirmed that profit-taking has broadly been confined to entities hodling coins between six and 12 months. “Coins aged between 6 months and 1 year dominate the prevailing sell-side pressure, accounting for 35.3% of the total,” GlassNode reported. (AC-They are not hodlers if they aren't hodling.) (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 75/100 (Down 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): "Gratitude is the single most important ingredient to living a successful and fulfilled life." -Jack Canfield
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2024-11-25 13:26:33 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 871,910
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 25Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: UAE Arrests Three in Rabbi's Death / Possible Lebanon-Israel Peace Deal / US-Japan Plan for Taiwan 'Emergency' / Trump Completes Key Cabinet Picks / AZ County Treasurer Guilty on $38M Theft / Huge Gold Deposit Found in China / MicroStrategy on Track to Own 4% of all Bitcoin / Bitcoin-Backed Loans Coming / Neighbor's WiFi Could be Used To Hack You / El Salvador May Rent out Volcanos For Mining
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $97,550, 36.48 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $98,935 / Lo: $95,788
Vol: $55B (Up 17%)
Mkt Cap: $1.93T (Even)
HashRate: 756 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Down 40%)
Nodes: 19,033
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. The UAE arrests 3 Uzbek nationals for the killing of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi: Zvi Kogan, 28, an ultra-Orthodox rabbi who went missing on Thursday, ran a kosher grocery store in the futuristic city of Dubai, where Israelis have flocked for commerce and tourism since the two countries forged diplomatic ties in the 2020 Abraham Accords. In a statement Sunday, U.S. National Security Council spokesperson Sean Savett called Kogan’s killing “a horrific crime against all those who stand for peace, tolerance, and coexistence.” (AP)
2. Israeli prime minister approves Lebanon ceasefire deal ‘in principle,’ source says: Israel still has reservations over some details of the agreement, which are still being negotiated and multiple sources stressed that the agreement will not be final until all issues are resolved. A ceasefire agreement will also need to be approved by the Israeli cabinet. (CNN)
3. Japan, US to form missile plan in case of Taiwan emergency, Kyodo says: The United States is creating military contingency plans for Japan and the Philippines in case of a Taiwan emergency, according to Kyodo news agency. Missile units will be deployed at temporary bases in Japan and the Philippines as part of a June joint operation plan with Japan to address Taiwan and China. Japan and the United States are enhancing defense cooperation amid threats from China's military buildup and North Korea's nuclear development. (GroundNews)
-US Events-
1. After a Friday night flurry, Trump’s Cabinet is complete: Just two and a half weeks since Election Day, Trump has announced names for 20 key administration roles, including leaders for all 15 executive agencies. Overall, Trump will have to make about 4,000 political appointments, approximately 1,200 of which will require Senate confirmation. The velocity and volume of this process stand in contrast to Trump’s last transition, when he leaned on his more experienced team to make a steady stream of establishment selections. This time around, his appointments escalated into a fire hose as Trump, armed with hindsight and empowered by the GOP, has named anti-establishment loyalists to top positions.(Politico)
2. Arizona county treasurer pleads guilty to embezzling more than $38 million for personal expenses: A former county treasurer pleaded guilty on Thursday to charges of embezzlement by a public official, money laundering and tax evasion after stealing more than $38 million in county funds between 2012 and 2024 to renovate her ranches, buy at least 20 cars and pay for personal expenses for herself and her family. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
NSTR
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. China Discovers 1,000-Tonne Gold Deposit in Hunan Province: Chinese geological authorities have discovered a massive gold deposit containing over 1,000 tonnes of gold worth $83 billion in Hunan Province's Wangu field, with high-grade ore and potential for additional finds in surrounding areas. (Blockonomi) (AC-Gold supply is NOT fixed.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. MicroStrategy on track to own 4% of all bitcoin over next decade: Analysts at research and brokerage firm Bernstein said they expect business intelligence firm MicroStrategy’s bitcoin ownership to rise from 1.7% of the circulating supply to 4% over the next decade, updating their price target for MSTR to $600 by the end of 2025. In their “base case” scenario of MicroStrategy acquiring 4% of bitcoin’s circulating supply by the end of 2033, the firm would hold approximately 830,000, or $830 billion worth of the cryptocurrency at a price of $1 million per bitcoin, the analysts said. (TheBlock)
2. Cantor Fitzgerald and Tether Are Discussing a Bitcoin-backed Lending Program: Cantor Fitzgerald is in talks for a Bitcoin-backed lending program with Tether, allowing clients to use Bitcoin as collateral to borrow dollars. The program, starting at $2 billion, may expand as crypto adoption grows, deepening the Wall Street-crypto relationship. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dollar Falls as Trump Nominates Bessent for Treasury: The dollar index fell 0.6%, the most in 2 weeks to below 107 on Monday, retreating from two-year highs after US President-elect Donald Trump nominated hedge fund manager Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary, providing a sense of stability to investors. While Bessent has indicated support for Trump’s tariff and tax cut plans, markets anticipate that he will prioritize economic and market stability over swift policy changes. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Elite Russian Hackers Use Neighbor's Wi-Fi for Spy Game Masterpiece: Hackers were able to attack and discovered that there's a technique to infiltrate the Wi-Fi without being caught. Accounts were protected on web services using 2FA but were not using 2FA on the Wi-Fi network, revealing an important security vulnerability. "This is a fascinating attack where a foreign adversary essentially conducted a close access operation while being physically quite far away," (TechTimes)
-Technology and Science-
1. Senators call for audit of TSA’s facial recognition tech as use expands in airports: A bipartisan group of 12 senators on Wednesday sent the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) inspector general a letter expressing alarm over the widespread use of facial recognition technology at American airports without an audit of privacy protections or any third-party assessment of the technology’s accuracy. The senators questioned whether facial recognition technology is necessary at all, since TSA already uses devices known as CAT-1 scanners — which don’t take images of faces — to determine if passengers’ identification is fake. (RecordedFuture)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. El Salvador toys with renting 170 volcanoes to Bitcoin miners, aims to disrupt industry: The idea, shared in a Nov. 25 social media post on X (formerly Twitter), suggests that miners could tap into the geothermal energy produced by these natural wonders for sustainable Bitcoin mining. “With 170 volcanoes…a ‘rent your volcano to mine Bitcoin’ program might actually make sense.” Bukle posted on X. (CryptoState)
2. Metaplanet Finalizes Exclusive License for Bitcoin Magazine Japan, Aiming to Drive Bitcoin Adoption Across Japan. (Metaplanet X Post)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 82/100 (Down 12 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-11-22 14:08:19 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 871,493
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 22Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Iran Activating Nuke Centrifuges / US Drops New Sanctions on Russian Banks / Trudeau Looks to Buy Votes / Gaetz Bows Out, Pam Bondi Nominated for AG / FUD Over DOGE Increasing / Gensler To Step Down / Sen Lummis Has Plan to Start Bitcoin Reserve / MicroStrategy Completes $3B Note Sale for More Bitcoin / Schwab to Enter Crypto Market / Apple Devices Risk Crypto Keys / ISS Moves to Avoid Collision /
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $98,556, 36.49 oz Gold, .23 Median US House
24hr Hi: $99,502 / Lo: $95,656
Vol: $89B (Down 9%)
Mkt Cap: $1.95T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 786 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 11 sats/vBtye (Down 50%)
Nodes: 19,690
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Iran says it is activating new centrifuges after being condemned by UN nuclear watchdog: Iran will activate “a noticeable number of new and advanced centrifuges of different types,” state news agency IRNA reported, citing a joint statement from Iran’s foreign ministry and its Atomic Energy Organization. Injecting gas into centrifuges is part of the process to enrich uranium, which could ultimately be used to develop a nuclear weapon, though Iran has repeatedly denied it has any ambitions of building a bomb. (CNN)
2. US Treasury targets Russia's Gazprombank with new sanctions: The move, which wields the department's most powerful sanctions tool, means Gazprombank cannot handle any new energy-related transactions that touch the U.S. financial system, bans its trade with Americans and freezes its U.S. assets. (Reuters)
3. Trudeau to cut sales tax and send checks to millions of Canadians as election looms: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ‘s government announced plans Thursday to temporarily lift the federal sales tax off a number of items and send checks to millions of Canadians who are dealing with rising costs and as a federal election looms. (AP) (AC-Stockholm syndrome anyone?)
-US Events-
1. Trump Nominates Pam Bondi For Attorney General After Gaetz Withdraws From Consideration: Donald Trump said he is nominating former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi and his personal trial lawyer, to run the US Department of Justice, after his first pick, former Representative Matt Gaetz, withdrew his name from consideration. Bondi, age 59, is an American attorney, lobbyist, and politician. A Republican, she served as the 37th Florida attorney general from 2011 to 2019. She is the first woman elected to the office. In 2020, Bondi was one of longtime ally President Donald Trump's defense lawyers during his first impeachment trial. (ZeroHedge)
2. Musk and Ramaswamy lay out a horrifying plan for American austerity: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's Wall Street Journal op-ed about slashing government programs borrows from an Argentinian plan that caused a massive spike in poverty. When you peel back the layers of whimsical, gauzy tech-bro speak, their ideas can be boiled down to one principle: massive cuts to federal programs that, when deployed elsewhere, have caused calamity. Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, instituted severe austerity measures that caused his country’s poverty rate to skyrocket above 50% in the ensuing months. Musk has proposed similar cuts to the ones Milei instituted. (MSNBC) (AC-This specific article is included to portray the fear being peddled on the incoming administration, complete with outright fabrications and hyperbole. The effects of articles like this have outsized results on unstable readers, which lead to often dangerous reactions. This is the crux of Fifth Generation warfare.)
3. Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey Concedes Election to Republican Dave McCormick: Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) has conceded the race to Republican Dave McCormick after two weeks of contesting the election results. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. SEC Chair Gary Gensler Ends Tenure a Year Early to Avoid Trump's Axe: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler will step down on Jan. 20, 2025, paving the way for President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee. Gensler’s departure ends a tenure marked by the SEC’s hardline stance against cryptocurrency firms. Gensler’s five-year term as chairman was set to expire in 2026. (BitcoinCom)
2. Federal Judge Strikes Down SEC Crypto Rule Minutes After Gary Gensler Resigns: A federal judge in Texas ruled the SEC's expansion of securities law to include DeFi as unlawful. The Blockchain Association's lawsuit against the SEC was granted summary judgment, leading to the requirement for the SEC to vacate the modifications made to the dealer rule. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. US Senator Pushes Gold Sales to Kickstart Massive Bitcoin Reserves: U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) emphasized Thursday that the U.S. could establish the reserve without spending new funds by leveraging existing assets. Reserves at the 12 federal reserve banks, including gold certificates valued at 1970s levels, could be adjusted to current market value and converted into bitcoin, she suggested. Additionally, Lummis noted that the government already holds over 200,000 BTC through asset forfeiture, providing an initial source for the reserve without requiring new expenditures. (BitcoinCom)
2. Weak Euro fuels Bitcoin’s standout performance in Eurozone: Bitcoin's market performance is painting an intriguing picture across different currencies. BTCEUR emerges as the top performer, surging by 130.39% this year—outshining BTCGBP and BTCUSD. This remarkable outperformance is tethered to a significant trend: the euro's depreciation against a backdrop of low Eurozone growth. (CryptoSlate)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. MicroStrategy completes $3B raise to buy more Bitcoin as MSTR falls 25%: The $3 billion offering of 0% convertible senior notes is part of MicroStrategy’s plans to raise $42 billion over the next three years — primarily to buy more Bitcoin. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Charles Schwab Intends to Enter Spot Crypto Market Pending Regulatory Clarity: Charles Schwab plans to expand into the spot crypto market once U.S. regulations become clearer, according to incoming CEO Rick Wurster. The firm, already involved in crypto through ETFs and futures, aims to enhance its offerings amid growing interest in digital assets. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dow Leads Stocks Higher on Thursday: The S&P 500 rose 0.5% on Thursday, the Dow Jones surged by 461 points, while the Nasdaq closed mostly flat, as investors shifted toward cyclical stocks expected to benefit from a strengthening economy, stepping away from technology shares. (TradingEcnomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Apple Admits to Security Vulnerability That Leaves Crypto Users Exposed: “Attackers could access sensitive data like private keys or passwords” stored in their browser, enabling crypto theft if the user’s device remained unpatched. According to a recent Apple security disclosure, users must use the latest versions of its JavaScriptCore and WebKit software to patch the vulnerability. (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. International Space Station fires thrusters to dodge hunk of space debris: A Russian Progress cargo ship that's docked to the ISS fired its thrusters for 5.5 minutes on Tuesday afternoon beginning at 3:09 p.m. EST (2009 GMT). The goal was to make sure the orbiting complex dodged a potentially dangerous piece of space junk. (SpaceCom)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. MicroStrategy’s Magical Bitcoin Buying Machine Uses Some Wacky Math: The BTC yield at MicroStrategy, which calls itself a “bitcoin treasury company,” isn’t a yield as commonly understood by investors. As the company explains in its filings, it is the percentage change, from one date to another, in how many bitcoins per share MicroStrategy owns. Judging by what the stock market says, a bitcoin owned by MicroStrategy is worth almost four times as much as a bitcoin owned by an ordinary mortal. And forget about getting a yield—it doesn’t pay one. (WSJ)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 94/100 (Up 12 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Slow news day...
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2024-11-20 17:03:27 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 871,189
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 20Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Chinese Ship Detained in Sea Cable Sabotage / Putin Readies Nukes / Charities Pull Out of Haiti / Boys-Girls-Bathroom Debate on the Hill / US Military Suicides Up / Russia to Tax Mining, Trading Crypto at 15% / US House Grills Chokepoint 2.0 Mastermind / Brazil Continues CBDC Push / Saylor to Speak to Microsoft on Bitcoin / Day One of BTC ETF Options Draw $2B / Senate Explores UFOs / Rumble CEO Considers BTC Treasury, Saylor DMs / Bitcoin Rally Draws Gullible to Altcoins
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $94,288, 35.75 oz Gold, .22 Median US House
24hr Hi: $94,254 / Lo: $91,059
Vol: $76B (Up 5%)
Mkt Cap: $1.86T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 765 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 19 sats/vBtye (Up 110%)
Nodes: 19,528
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Chinese Ship Suspected of Undersea Cable Sabotage Detained in 'NATO Lake': International concern surrounds the cutting of the 730-mile C-Lion 1 cable connecting Finland and Germany and the 130-mile link between Sweden and Lithuania on Monday. The Financial Times reported that investigators of the severed cables are looking into the movements of the Chinese bulk carrier Yi Peng 3, which was enroute to Egypt's Port Said from the Russian port of Ust-Luga. Social media reports said that the vessel had a Russian captain, although this has not been independently confirmed. (Newsweek) (AC-Nation-States and international organizations are angry with the escalation of sabotage here. The consequences of these actions may come quickly, but the populace may not see them or even be clear on who conducted the sabotage.)
2. Putin lowers the threshold for using his nuclear arsenal after Biden’s arms decision for Ukraine: President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday formally lowered the threshold for Russia’s use of its nuclear weapons, a move that follows U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russian territory with American-supplied longer-range missiles. The new doctrine allows for a potential nuclear response by Moscow even to a conventional attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power. (AP)
3. Charity workers pulled out of Haiti’s capital after police threaten to rape and kill them: The medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) will stop operations in Haiti’s capital after its staff were threatened by members of the police. Amid escalating violence in the country, including a deadly attack on one of MSF’s ambulances last week, the charity said it will suspend health services in Port-au-Prince “until further notice”. (TelegraphUK)
-US Events-
1. Trumps Latest Cabinet Picks: Business executive and former WWE CEO Linda McMahon to lead the Education Department. Howard Lutnick, the Cantor Fitzgerald CEO who’s been tapped to run the US Commerce Department, has in recent years become a prominent cheerleader for Tether, the company behind one of the world’s biggest crypto assets. and celebrity surgeon Mehmet Oz as administrator of Medicare and Medicaid. (Various) (AC-Counter-crypto and pro-Bitcoin discernment will become very important in the next administration.)
2. Mace eyes legislation banning trans women from restrooms in federal buildings: Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) plans to file legislation that would prohibit trans women from using women’s restrooms and changing rooms in all federal buildings, going further than a resolution Monday to bar transgender women from Capitol facilities. Mace’s original resolution, which she filed late Monday, comes just a week after Rep.-elect Sarah McBride (D-Del.) made history as the first openly transgender person elected to Congress. (TheHill) (AC-The culture war comes to DC, with the expected conflicts.)
3. US Military Suicides Continued To Increase In 2023: Pentagon Report: A total of 523 service members—including active, reserve, and National Guard—died by suicide in 2023, up from 493 in 2022, according to the Pentagon’s report, while the total force rate of suicide deaths per 100,000 service members was 9 percent higher than in 2022, at 25.6 per 100,000. (ZeroHedge) (AC-These are active duty numbers, not even separated/retired veterans. We must do better, starting with leadership.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto Mining and Trading In Russia Will Attract 15% Tax: According to Interfax, the Russian Government has approved draft amendments to the bill on taxation of income and expenditures from mining and trading digital assets. Digital asset transactions will be exempt from value-added tax (VAT). Instead, income from crypto transactions will be treated similarly to income from securities transactions. As a result, the maximum individual tax liability from digital asset transactions will not exceed 15%. (Bitcoinist)
2. Operation Choke Point 2.0 Mastermind Martin Gruenberg Faces Heat In House Hearing: Martin Gruenberg, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chairman, faces scrutiny in a high-profile House Financial Services Committee hearing. Lawmakers are calling for his immediate removal as the market participants cite his controversial role in “Operation Choke Point 2.0.” Notably, the allegations involved regulatory overreach and a toxic workplace environment under his leadership, raising questions about the FDIC’s integrity. (CoinGape)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Brazilian CBDC Pilot Leverages Chainlink Technology to Automate International Trade Settlements: Brazil's Central Bank has initiated phase two of its DREX digital currency pilot program, partnering with Microsoft, Chainlink, and other tech firms to test automated cross-border payments. (Blockonomi)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Michael Saylor to pitch Microsoft board on Bitcoin buying strategy: Bitcoin bull and MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor said he agreed to make a three-minute presentation to Microsoft’s board of directors about investing in Bitcoin. “I think it’s not a bad idea to put it on the agenda of every company. It ought to be put on the agenda of Berkshire Hathaway and Apple and Google and Meta because they all have huge hordes of cash, and they’re all burning shareholder value,” Saylor said. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Bitcoin ETF Options Attract $2B on Day One, Shifting BTC’s Market Structure: On their first trading day, IBIT options amassed nearly $2 billion in notional exposure, an unusual volume for new options. More call options were traded compared to puts (4.4:1 ratio), likely contributing to BTC’s new record highs. (CoinDesk)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Housing Starts at 3-Month Low: Housing starts in the United States fell by 3.1% to 1.311 million in October 2024, compared to a downwardly revised 1.353 million in September and below forecasts of 1.33 million as construction activity fell sharply in the South due to hurricanes. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
NSTR
-Technology and Science-
1. Senate Hearing Delves Into UFO Sightings: The U.S. Senate held a hearing on UFO sightings, discussing explanations for some incidents while acknowledging unexplained encounters. A new office, AARO, investigates unidentified phenomena for the Department of Defense, with Director Kosloski highlighting cases like the "Go Fast" UFO sighting. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Chris Pavlovski Stirs the Crypto Pot—Should the Video Platform Rumble Hold Bitcoin?: On Tuesday, shortly before bitcoin reached a lifetime high of $94,057 per coin, Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski posed a question to his 289,300 followers, asking whether Rumble should adopt bitcoin as a strategy and add it to its balance sheet. The post on X caught the attention of Microstrategy founder Michael Saylor, who replied enthusiastically “Yes. I would be happy to discuss why [and] how with you.” Pavlovski launched a poll on the topic, and with 19,092 votes cast so far, a whopping 93.7% have said “yes” to Rumble adding BTC to its balance sheet. Natalie Brunell, host of Coin Stories said, “If you decide to, come discuss it on my show and we will stream it live on Rumble.” (BitcoinCom)
2. Dogecoin, XRP Trading Volumes Flip Bitcoin’s in South Korea: Trading volume in XRP and dogecoin (DOGE) is much higher than that of bitcoin (BTC) on South Korean crypto exchanges this week, a frenzy that may have helped raise prices of the two tokens in the crazed market. (CoinDesk) (AC-Although reporting on altcoins is rare in the DIB, it is important to know that as the bitcoin rally continues, altcoins will attract the uninformed and gullible. Continue to spread the message that "There is no second best", and "Don't shitcoin.")
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 83/100 (Down 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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MSTR, John Frankman, Biden OK's Long Range Missiles
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2024-11-19 16:10:30 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 871,039
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 19Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Ukraine Uses US Missiles on Russia / Hong Kong Jails Pro-Democracy Campaigners / Farmers Protest in UK Tax Increase / Pennsylvania Supreme Court Tells Dems to Stop Counting / Army Vet Sentenced in J6 Protest / DAOs Ruled as Partnerships, All Are Liable / Porter Looks to Open-Source Bitcoin Reserve Plan / Bitcoin Value Topples Saudi Aramco After Silver / MicroStrategy Sells $1.75B Notes For More BTC / BTC Exchange Levels Dropping / Lowery Applies For White House BTC Advisor / Marathon Digital Increases Note Offering For More BTC / Game Theory Gains Steam
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $91,597, 34.85 oz Gold, .21 Median US House
24hr Hi: $92,775 / Lo: $89,393
Vol: $72B (Up 35%)
Mkt Cap: $1.81T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 752 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 19,528
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Ukraine strikes arsenal amid reports U.S. ATACMS used in Russia for first time: Kyiv said on Tuesday it struck a Russian arsenal near the town of Karachev in the Bryansk region, over 110 km (70 miles) from Ukraine, in what two Ukrainian media outlets reported was a first strike with U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles. A report from Russia's state news agency TASS said Russian air defence forces had shot down 85 drones and five ballistic missiles launched by Ukraine in the past 24 hours. (Reuters) (AC-A major escalation in the war.)
2. Hong Kong jails 45 pro-democracy campaigners for subversion: Benny Tai, 60, and Joshua Wong, 28, were among the so-called Hong Kong 47 group of activists and lawmakers who were involved in a plan to pick opposition candidates for local elections. This was the biggest trial under the national security law (NSL) which China imposed on the city shortly after explosive pro-democracy protests in 2019. Observers say the NSL and the trial's outcome have significantly weakened the city’s pro-democracy movement and rule of law, allowing China to cement its control of the former British colony. (BBC)
2. UK Farmers’ protest: Why are farm owners demonstrating over inheritance tax?: As many as 40,000 people are estimated to attend the event, forcing police and organizers to move the location from Trafalgar Square last-minute. They will be gathering to protest Labour’s announced changes to inheritance tax (IHT) which will change how agricultural assets are taxed. From April 2026, landowners who inherit agricultural assets worth more than £1 million will have to pay 20 per cent IHT on them. These assets were previously entirely exempt from the tax under the agricultural property relief law. (IndependentUK)
-US Events-
1. Pennsylvania Supreme Court Orders Election Boards to Stop Counting Illegal Ballots: The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is ordering Boards of Elections throughout the state to follow its previous rulings and not count “mail-in and absentee ballots that fail to comply” with the state election code. As of Monday afternoon, McCormick had a 17,439 advantage over Casey, with more than 95 percent of the vote counted, according to the New York Times election results. Since they are separated by less than half a percentage point, the race will go to a recount. (Breitbart)
2. Veteran who killed Iraqi civilian sentenced to prison for Capitol riot: A former U.S. Army soldier who was court-martialed for fatally shooting a handcuffed civilian in Iraq two decades ago was sentenced on Monday to more than four years in prison for his role in the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Edward Richmond Jr. attacked police officers with a metal baton during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol. Richmond, 41, of Geismar, Louisiana, said he immediately regretted his actions that day. (ArmyTimes)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. California judge rules DAO members liable under partnership laws: On Nov. 18, Judge Vince Chhabria of the United States District Court for the Northern District of California determined that governing bodies behind Lido DAO qualify as partners under California’s general partnership laws. As a result, members may not avoid liability for the organization’s actions. Miles Jennings said that under the ruling, even posting in forums could be enough to hold DAO members liable for other members’ actions under the general partnership laws. (CoinTelegraph)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Satoshi Action Fund Open-Sources Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Model, Hints at Executive Order Implementation: Dennis Porter, CEO and co-founder of the Satoshi Action Fund, recently announced the open-sourcing of a document for enacting Strategic Bitcoin Reserve laws internationally. He stated that several lawmakers are using the legislative model and that a related executive order to implement it could be on its way. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin Topples Saudi Aramco To Become World's 7th Largest Asset By Market Cap: Data from CompaniesMarketCap shows that as of early Tuesday, Bitcoin's total market cap has reached $1.817 trillion, while Saudi Aramco's stands at $1.798 trillion, followed by silver, which has a total market value of $1.765 trillion. (IBTimes)
2. MicroStrategy to raise $1.75B with 0% interest notes to buy Bitcoin: MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, is set to raise $1.75 billion from senior convertible notes at a 0% interest rate to buy more BTC. These convertibles are sold at a discount and will instead mature to face value if they are not converted prior to the maturity date — which is 2029 in MicroStrategy’s case. They’re also “senior” to common stock in the sense that holders have priority in the event of bankruptcy or liquidation. MicroStrategy could buy another 19,065 Bitcoin at current prices if it were to spend the entire $1.75 billion on Bitcoin. (CoinTelegraph)
3. Bitcoin on Exchanges Hits Lowest Level Since November 2018: According to data from Cryptoquant, the amount of bitcoin held on exchanges has dropped to approximately 2.58 million coins. This represents a substantial decrease from the peak levels observed in 2021 during the previous bull run. (BItcoinCom)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Treasury Yield Retreats on Flight To Safety: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note declined to 4.37% on Tuesday, retreating from the nearly five-month high of 4.45% reached last week, as investors sought safer assets amid growing concerns over an escalation in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. (TradingEconomics)
2. US October Budget Deficit Swells 287% To $257 Billion: According to a report by the Treasury Department released on Wednesday, the figure was a sharp increase of 287% from October 2023's $67 billion deficit. Federal receipts for October 2024 slid 19% year-over-year to $327 billion. Outlays increased by 24% to $584 billion. (IBTimes)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Chinese Hackers Exploit T-Mobile and Other U.S. Telecoms in Broader Espionage Campaign: The adversaries, tracked as Salt Typhoon, breached the company as part of a "monthslong campaign" designed to harvest cellphone communications of "high-value intelligence targets." "T-Mobile is closely monitoring this industry-wide attack, and at this time, T-Mobile systems and data have not been impacted in any significant way, and we have no evidence of impacts to customer information," a spokesman said. With the latest development, T-Mobile has joined a list of major organizations like AT&T, Verizon, and Lumen Technologies that have been singled out as part of what appears to be a full-blown cyber espionage campaign. (HackerNews)
2. Brazilian YouTube Star Loses Access to $366,000 Bitcoin Stash: Lord Vinheteiro, a popular Brazilian pianist on YouTube, has been hospitalized due to losing access to a Bitcoin stash worth over $366,000. He tweeted about losing his BTC wallet password and searched for the backup in his home library, facing challenges in recovery. (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. China Long March 9 Rocket Looks Awfully Like SpaceX's Starship, Fully Reusable Too: A recent airshow in Zhuhai, China officially unveiled its first 'super heavy lift rocket' called the Long March 9, and this has been revealed after almost a decade since it was introduced, now looking eerily similar to SpaceX's Starship. Initially, the rocket was a three-stage machine that featured motors on its side, but its latest development turned it into a two-stage spacecraft like the American-made one. Moreover, the Chinese rocket has also made a significant shift to turning it into a more modern launch vehicle as one of the rockets is fully reusable, almost turning it into the renowned Starship. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Softwar author Jason Lowery applies for White House role advising on Bitcoin national security: Jason Lowery, a major in the U.S. Space Force, has submitted an application to serve as a military advisor on the National Security Council (NSC) and the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP). “My goal is to advise the Department of Defense on the national strategic significance of Proof-of-Work (PoW) technology and provide senior leaders with policy recommendations related to a strategic Bitcoin stockpile and the U.S. Hash Force.”, Lowery posted on X. (CryptoSlate)
2. Marathon Digital upsizes debt offering to $1 billion for Bitcoin expansion: The firm initially aimed to raise $700 million but increased the offering to $980 million in response to investor demand. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 90/100 (Up 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Bitcoiners have used the term 'game theory' to describe the competition for scarce bitcoin by nation-states and large institutions in acquiring the asset. The concept comes from early economic theory, formalized in math and political theory, where 'players' learn to optimize outcomes based on other players' decisions and where the 'first-mover advantage' often cements a win. Although intuitive in nature, game theory has rational fundamentals and in the case of bitcoin, the 'players' gain first-mover advantage once they begin to understand the values of bitcoin and move to acquire it. With Marathon Digital, MicroStrategy, the USA, El Salvador, Bhutan, and many more now using whatever assets they have available to buy as much as possible, the game theory of bitcoin phase is now starting to gain traction. Although holders of bitcoin will enjoy the resulting increases in price, analysis should continue on the purposes of various actors in acquiring bitcoin reserves, hashing power, and the methods used in acquiring it. If bitcoin indeed becomes the most valuable asset available in the near future, what are the limits of the 'game' and to what end?
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2024-11-18 14:39:39 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 870,865
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 18Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: US Long Range Missiles May Now Target Russia Via Ukraine / US, Philippines Sign Intel Agreement / Israel Kills Hezbollah PR Chief / Trump Picks Brendan Carr for FCC / RFK Jr. 'All In' on Bitcoin / Polish Presidential Contender Wants Bitcoin Reserve / Spot BTC ETF Cleared for Options Trading Soon / Scammers Target Black Friday Shoppers / MARA Offers Convertible Notes / New Website Looks at BTC as Unit of Account
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $89,835, 34.58 oz Gold, .21 Median US House
24hr Hi: $92,194 / Lo: $88,741
Vol: $53B (Up 20%)
Mkt Cap: $1.78T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 736 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Down 15%)
Nodes: 19,588
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Biden authorizes Ukraine to use US-supplied longer range missiles for deeper strikes inside Russia: The decision allowing Kyiv to use the Army Tactical Missile System, or ATACMs, for attacks farther inside Russia comes as President Vladimir Putin positions North Korean troops along Ukraine’s northern border to try to reclaim hundreds of miles of territory seized by Ukrainian forces. (AP) (AC-Various interpretations view this development as a widening of the war, possibly opening up the option of Russia striking targets outside of Ukraine, such as NATO bases.)
2. Philippines, US sign military intelligence-sharing deal: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin signed the agreement with his Philippine counterpart, Gilberto Teodoro, at Manila's military headquarters, where they also broke ground for a coordination centre that will facilitate collaboration between their armed forces. China's foreign ministry said on Monday any kind of military agreement or security cooperation "must not be directed against or harm the interests of a third party, and they must not undermine regional peace or exacerbate tensions in the region". (ChannelNewsAsia)
3. IDF Kills Hezbollah PR Chief Mohammed Afif in Beirut: An Israeli strike on a building in a densely populated district of Beirut on Sunday killed Hezbollah’s media relations chief Mohammad Afif, two Lebanese security sources told Reuters, though there was no immediate confirmation from Hezbollah. (Breitbart)
-US Events-
1. Trump's choice for FCC chairman says agency 'will end its promotion of DEI' next year: Brendan Carr, who currently serves as the senior Republican member of the FCC, posted a snippet of the agency's budget request for Fiscal Year 2025 on X, which stated that its second-highest strategic goal is promoting DEI. (Fox)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. ‘I put most of my wealth into Bitcoin, so I am fully committed’ — RFK Jr.: In July 2023, RFK Jr. revealed that he bought Bitcoin for each of his children. Following the purchase, RFK told an audience in a Twitter Spaces event: “Right after that Bitcoin conference, I got a big check, and I said I'm going to put my money where my mouth is, so I bought two Bitcoin for every one of my seven children.” (CoinTelegraph)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Plan Unveiled By Polish Presidential Contender: Sławomir Mentzen, chairman of the Polish “New Hope” party and a contender in the upcoming presidential election, announced his plans for establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve in Poland during a discourse on X. The initiative underscores Mentzen’s vested interest in Bitcoin, evidenced by his personal investment of 33.7 BTC, valued at over $3 million. (Bitcoinist)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Spot Bitcoin ETFs hit $1.7B weekly inflows, marking six-week streak: The latest inflows bring spot Bitcoin ETFs’ total net assets to $95.4 billion, or 5.27% of Bitcoin’s $1.8 trillion market capitalization. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Spot bitcoin ETF options are one step closer to going live: Late Friday, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Clearing and Risk (DCR) issued a staff advisory that said ETF options on spot commodity funds are "cleared and settled by the Options Clearing Corporation as the sole issuer of all equity options." (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Retail Sales Beat Forecasts: Retail sales in the US increased 0.4% month-over-month in October 2024, following an upwardly revised 0.8% gain in September, and above market forecasts of 0.3%. (TradingEconomics)
2. US 10-Year Yield Stays Near 5-Month High: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held steady around 4.44% on Monday, staying near its highest level in more than five months. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Fake Discount Sites Exploit Black Friday to Hijack Shopper Information: A new phishing campaign is targeting e-commerce shoppers in Europe and the United States with bogus pages that mimic legitimate brands with the goal of stealing their personal information ahead of the Black Friday shopping season. " The threat actor used fake discounted products as phishing lures to deceive victims into providing their Cardholder Data (CHD) and Sensitive Authentication Data (SAD) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII)," (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. Donald Trump's Administration Is Abolishing US EV Tax Credits—Say Goodbye to $7500 Reductions: The transition team by Donald J. Trump has now confirmed that one of the plans of the President-elect of the United States is to remove one of the biggest tax and electrification programs of the current administration of President Joe Biden. This is the famed US electric vehicle tax credits that previously offered massive discounts that enticed more Americans to buy clean energy cars with as much as $7,500 price reductions. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. MARA to Offer $700M Convertible Senior Note, Shares Fall 5%: The bitcoin miner plans to use up to $200 million of the proceeds to repurchase a part of its outstanding 2026 convertible notes. The remainder of funds will be used to accumulate bitcoin (BTC) and other general needs, such as expansion, strategic acquisitions and debt repayments. (CoinDesk)
2. See How Fast Your Savings and Salary Are Collapsing Against Bitcoin: With the price surging above $90,000, you’re likely all too aware that everything that isn’t Bitcoin is rapidly diminishing in value But now you can visualize it! On PricedInBitcoin21(dot)com. As you can see from a quick glance here, the U.S. dollar is now down 86% against Bitcoin on a 5 year basis. (BitcoinMag) (AC-To fully understand the effects of Bitcoin adoption, it's important to shift perspectives often and look at it in the economic roles of money, namely: 1. Store of Value, 2. Medium of Exchange, and 3. Unit of Account.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 83/100 (Up 3 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-11-15 15:18:11 UTC

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https://video.nostr.build/329f213a85578705052071e21236c7e9b3b24d6f41edf072ae8cded31ea4c9a5.mp4

2024-11-15 15:02:52 UTC

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2024-11-13 19:56:56 UTC

Bitcoin Veterans Spaces
Ken Egan, Former CIA Officer
https://fountain.fm/episode/y49lmsUuUKIp5rRNdmr9

2024-11-13 15:55:52 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 870,132
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: US Navy Defeats Complex Houthi Attack / Amsterdam Faces Another Night of Violence / SecState Urgently Meets With NATO / Trump Announces Contentious Cabinet Appointments / CACI Gets Hit With Torture Fines / Rick Scott Gains Momentum for Majority Leader / Brazil Opens up TradFi to Crypto / US Fed Governor Says No Need for CBDC / Genius Group Announces BTC Treasury / Hedgers Shifting from Gold to BTC / BTC OP_Next BitDevs to Design Scalability of Bitcoin
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $89,057, 34.05 oz Gold, .21 Median US House
24hr Hi: $89,915 / Lo: $85,155
Vol: $100B (Down 37%)
Mkt Cap: $1.76T (Up 4%)
HashRate: 729 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 16 sats/vBtye (Up 100%)
Nodes: 18,815
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. US Navy Destroyers Defeat Complex Houthi Attack in Strategic Red Sea Strait: Two US Navy destroyers successfully intercepted multiple Houthi-launched weapons, including 8 drones, 5 ballistic missiles, and 3 cruise missiles in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. No damage or injuries were reported. The attacks have halved shipping through this vital waterway that typically handles $1 trillion in annual trade, while UN experts allege Houthis may be extorting $180 million monthly for safe passage. (Ground)
2. Amsterdam fears another night of unrest as it grapples with antisemitism and violence: Amsterdam police were bracing for yet another night of unrest on Tuesday as the Dutch capital grapples with antisemitic violence that started with attacks against visiting Israeli football fans last week. Most protests have been banned and police presence have been beefed up across the city, but the violence has not eased. (CNN)
3. Blinken In Brussels As Trump Win Raises Alarm Over Ukraine: US top diplomat Antony Blinken will meet with NATO and EU officials Wednesday to urgently discuss ramping up support for Ukraine before Donald Trump reclaims the White House -- potentially jeopardizing future aid. (IBTimes)
-US Events-
1. Trump Appoints Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to Lead New 'Department of Government Efficiency': Ramaswamy has a history of reducing government waste, making it a key policy for his campaign, while Musk has lucrative government contracts that raise conflict of interest questions. Trump stated that they will provide "advice and guidance" to drive structural reform, aiming for an unprecedented entrepreneurial approach to government. (TheNational)
2. Other Trump Appointments: Pete Hegseth for Sec. of Defense, John Ratcliffe for CIA Director, Marco Rubio for Sec. State, Mike Huckabee for Israel Ambassador, Kristi Noem for Sec. of DHS, Mike Waltz for Security Advisor, Scott Bessent for Sec. of Treasury, Elise Stefanik for Ambassador to the UN, Steven Witkoff for Mideast Envoy,
3. US defense contractor to pay former Iraqi detainees $42 million for its role in torture at notorious Abu Ghraib prison: A federal jury on Tuesday awarded a total of $42 million to three Iraqi men who endured torture at Baghdad’s Abu Ghraib prison over two decades ago –– holding a US government contractor accountable for contributing to the abuse. The ruling stems from a lawsuit filed on behalf of former detainees in 2008 against Virginia-based defense company CACI Premier Technology Inc. (CNN)
4. Rick Scott gains new Senate endorsements out of candidate forum on eve of leader election: Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., earned two more endorsements following what Republican senators described as a wide-ranging discussion with the three candidates to succeed outgoing Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky. (Fox)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Brazil Prepares to Let Tradfi Institutions Embrace Crypto: The Central Bank of Brazil is preparing to open the cryptocurrency market to traditional finance institutions, which will be able to operate in this industry with clarity after the enactment of the upcoming regulation. Small crypto startups might face challenges in regularizing their situation due to the high bar this framework will impose. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Fed Governor Waller: No Need for CBDC: The private sector should lead the evolution of payments, while the Federal Reserve should be ready to solve problems that can’t be handled by the private sector alone, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher J. Waller said Tuesday (Nov. 12). “In more than three years, I have yet to hear a satisfactory answer as applied to CBDC,” Waller said in his Tuesday speech. (pymnts)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. AI firm Genius Group surges 66% after ‘Bitcoin-first’ treasury strategy: Artificial intelligence firm Genius Group Limited surged 66% in a day after committing to a MicroStrategy-emulating “Bitcoin-first” strategy — which will see the cryptocurrency become its primary treasury asset. The play will involve committing 90% or more of the company’s current and future reserves to be held in Bitcoin starting with a $150 million at-the-market offering to acquire an initial target of $120 million in Bitcoin. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-Institutions continue to adopt the Bitcoin store of value (SOV) strategy pioneered by MicroStrategy. The SOV phase will continue to accelerate as both nation-states, institutions, companies and investors realize benefits the best digital asset available.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin's correlation to gold hits 11-month low amid capital reallocation: Since the U.S. presidential election, gold has dropped by 5% while bitcoin has surged by over 20% — highlighting a shift in the correlation between these two assets. Some analysts suggest that capital is moving out of gold and into bitcoin as investors reevaluate their safe-haven strategies. (TheBlock)
2. Volatility Expected in Bitcoin Later Today as US Headline Inflation Data Is Expected to Tick Higher: Headline inflation year-over-year is expected to increase by 0.2% and end a six-month consecutive decline, last seen in March 2024. (CoinDesk)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. South Korea arrests 215 individuals in $232 million crypto fraud scheme: The scam took place between December 2021 and March 2023. It lured investors with a “private sale” based on “advanced information” on unlisted cryptocurrencies that guarantee high returns, selling 28 different kinds of fraudulent crypto tokens to defraud $232 million. (TheBlock)
-Technology and Science-
1. Donald Trump's US 'Crypto Capital' Future to Bring More Politicians Sharing the Same Mindset: The Washington Post reported that Donald Trump is now evaluating "pro-crypto" candidates who will soon be given important roles in the United States government that will help expand more of cryptocurrency's adoption in the country. It was revealed that there are already several candidates for the positions, with them being known for their support and affiliations with the crypto industry. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. ‘Just Don’t Break’ Bitcoin: Devs Debate Tech Upgrades to Top Crypto: Most of the world focuses on bitcoin (BTC)’s zipping price. Not so for the 100-odd bitcoiners who gathered at Fidelity Investments’ headquarters over the weekend. “This is about getting bitcoin to the next billion people,” said Will Foxley, emcee of OP_NEXT, what he claimed was the first bitcoin scaling conference in five years. OP_NEXT is the newest anomaly on crypto’s overstuffed conference circuit. It's got none of the retail-friendly bravado of Bitcoin Nashville. Instead, dozens of hoodie-wearing coder boys (and a handful of women) debated improvements that might make bitcoin more useful, usable, and even resilient against faraway problems that could one day upend the world’s most valuable cryptocurrency. (CoinDesk)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 84/100 (Up 4 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r
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2024-11-12 18:37:58 UTC

Get ready for the best damn interview you’ll watch all year!!
Bitcoin Veterans sat down with @preston and had a very serious talk about military service, AI, the American Empire, and of course #Bitcoin!
https://cdn.satellite.earth/2ed775dab62b6640d44c55d2ab356c4d6538b99889ab0515fbdffdc3ca615c30.mp4

2024-11-12 18:05:25 UTC

Really cool conversation with Brandon from @npub1yjr…33a9 at @npub18c6…yyww Pleb Party in Nashville
You really need to see these cards to appreciate how amazing they are
https://cdn.satellite.earth/31461a408cb151b932babc1a6e4c8869baf0397099f2359f1b4b98fbdf5cb330.mp4

2024-11-12 17:44:47 UTC

We could have talked with @npub1jfn…t047 for hours! Such a good conversation with him at @npub18c6…yyww Pleb Party
https://cdn.satellite.earth/ec551df718453954d1998fc6678fdd01b14bac22f081c60c4055178749ce0f1c.mp4

2024-11-12 17:28:45 UTC

We had a great conversation with Dani from Bitcoineando at @npub18c6…yyww Pleb Party in Nashville
Check out her content on YouTube @Bitcoineando
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2024-11-11 14:10:46 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 869,847
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 11Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Moscow, Kiev Trade Drone Strikes / Qatar Halts Gaza Peace Efforts / 6.8 EQ Hits Cuba / Trump Names Border Czar / Rare Wildfire Hits NJ, NY / DOJ Jails 'Bitcoin Fog' Founder / Mt Gox Moves $2.8B in BTC / MicroStrategy up over 100%, Buys More Today / Bitcoin Over $80K, New ATH / Stocks Soar Last Week / Wrench Attack in Thailand Nets $250K / Russian Hackers Target South Korea / FTX Sues Binance
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $81,489, 30.87 oz Gold, .19 Median US House
24hr Hi: $82,490 / Lo: $78,537
Vol: $79B (Up 37%)
Mkt Cap: $1.62T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 727 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 11 sats/vBtye (Up 360%)
Nodes: 18,868
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Moscow targeted as Ukraine and Russia trade huge drone attacks: Russia's defense ministry said it intercepted 84 Ukrainian drones over six regions, including some approaching Moscow, which forced flights to be diverted from three of the capital's major airports. Ukraine's air force said Russia launched 145 drones towards every part of the country on Saturday night, with most shot down. The Ukrainian air force said 62 of Russia's Iranian-made drones were shot down, while 67 were "lost". A further 10 left Ukraine's airspace heading back towards Russia, as well as neighboring Belarus and Moldova, it added. (BBC)
2. Qatar suspends Gaza mediation efforts: Qatar says it has suspended its mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas after a lack of progress in reaching a ceasefire deal for Gaza. (ALJazeera) (AC-Pain is the only stimulus that leads to actual conflict resolution.)
3. 6.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Cuba after hurricanes and blackouts: An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.8 shook eastern Cuba on Sunday, after weeks of hurricanes and blackouts that have left many on the island reeling. The blackouts and wider discontent among many struggling to get by has stoked small protests across the island. (ABC)
-US Events-
1. Trump Taps Former ICE Director Tom Homan As 'Border Czar' "I am pleased to announce that the Former ICE Director, and stalwart on Border Control, Tom Homan, will be joining the Trump Administration, in charge of our Nation's Borders ("The Border Czar"), including, but not limited to, the Southern Border, the Northern Border, all Maritime, and Aviation Security," Trump wrote on Truth Social. (ZeroHedge)
2. Fire at New Jersey-New York border still uncontrolled after burning over 2,500 acres: Rain was falling across the Northeast on Sunday afternoon, bringing a much-needed assist to firefighters battling a major wildfire straddling the border of New Jersey and New York. While Saturday marked 42 days without any measurable rainfall in the city of Philadelphia, and the driest streak in New York City history, many cities throughout the Northeast were expecting to see measurable rainfall on Sunday. (ABC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. DOJ Strikes Bitcoin Fog: The End of Darknet’s Most Elusive BTC Service: The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday that Roman Sterlingov has been sentenced to prison for operating Bitcoin Fog, a BTC mixing service. The DOJ stated: "A dual Russian-Swedish national was sentenced today to 12 years and six months in prison for his operation of the longest-running bitcoin money laundering service on the darknet." (BitcoinCom)
2. Mt. Gox Trustees Move $2.4 Billion in Bitcoin to New Wallets: Arkham data reveals that defunct exchange Mt. Gox transferred $2.4 billion in Bitcoin to two wallets, including a new one and a cold wallet. The move coincides with Bitcoin surpassing $81,000, with trustees consolidating their BTC holdings before a potential sale on exchanges. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin portfolio surpasses $20B, ROI now over 100%: MicroStrategy’s 252,200 Bitcoin is now worth $20.5 billion — putting the company up over 104% on its Bitcoin investment strategy, according to “Saylor Tracker,” The Bitcoin-stacking firm bought Bitcoin 42 times at a dollar cost average of $39,292. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-MSTR just bought more, see below)
2. MicroStrategy Buys 27,200 BTC Worth Over $2B, MSTR Stock Jumps 8%: MicroStrategy has announced that it has acquired more Bitcoin for $2 billion and now holds 279,420 BTC. This comes amid the Bitcoin price reaching new highs, which puts its Bitcoin investment in unrealized profit of over $10 billion. Meanwhile, the MSTR stock surged 8% on the back of this announcement from the company. (CoinGape)
3. BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Just Passed Its Gold Fund in Assets: BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) has surpassed its iShares Gold ETF (IAU) in net assets, with $33.17 billion in value. This achievement is notable as the Bitcoin product has only been around since January, while the gold ETF has been offered since 2005. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin Soars Above $80,000 on Trump Boost: Bitcoin surged past $80,000 on Monday, reaching new all-time highs, as the prospect of a more favorable regulatory environment under a Donald Trump presidency and a Republican-led Congress sent crypto prices soaring. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P 500, Dow Close at New Records: US stocks continued their upward momentum to close at records on Friday, buoyed by optimism surrounding Donald Trump’s victory and a favorable interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve. The S&P 500 gained 0.4% to notch a new record, after surpassing the 6,000 threshold during the session. The Dow also closed at record high, adding 259 points, reaching 44,000 for the first time, while the Nasdaq booked marginal gains. The best-performing sectors were utilities, real estate, and consumer staples, while materials lagged. Tesla’s stock jumped 8.2% to $321.22, as the company achieved a trillion-dollar valuation for the first time in over two years. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Ukrainian Man Falls Victim to $250,000 Crypto Robbery in Thailand: A Ukrainian man has become the latest crypto holder to fall victim to a “$5 wrench attack” after being robbed of 250,000 in USDT. According to a recent report by English-language local news outlet Bangkok Post, 23-year-old Viacheslav Leibov was invited into a hotel room by his 18-year-old Ukrainian friend Alfred Chernyshuk on Friday. The alleged crime took place when the would-be victim decided to make use of the toilet, where he found two men with their faces covered waiting for him. The pair tied his limbs with ropes and cable ties and ordered him to transfer 500,000 in the stablecoin USDT to a specific wallet—or else they would break his fingers. Grigoryan held a hammer, while one of the masked men had a long knife in his hands. (Decrypt)
2. Pro-Russia Hackers Target South Korea After North Korean Troops Join Kremlin's Fight in Ukraine: Recently, a Russian hacking group launched cyberattacks on South Korea's critical infrastructure. According to official news agencies, such a move serves as a response to Seoul's proposal to send military experts to Ukraine to trace North Korean troops who are allegedly assisting Russia's war efforts in the country. (TechTimes)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. FTX sues Binance and Changpeng Zhao for $1.8 billion over alleged financial sabotage: Bankrupt crypto exchange FTX has filed a lawsuit against Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao, seeking to reclaim approximately $1.8 billion. According to a Nov. 10 court filing, FTX alleges a complex series of actions that contributed to its financial downfall, placing Binance’s early involvement and Zhao’s actions in the spotlight. (Cryptoslate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 76/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): Thank you to all Veterans for your service to our Country. Now get on the new mission and learn about Bitcoin and how it fixes a lot of the problems you wanted to fix with your service, just more peacefully.
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2024-11-08 16:48:46 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 869,428
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 08Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: Israeli Soccer Fans Attacked in Amsterdam / EU Wrestles With Trump Angst / Newsom Asks for Trump Defense Funds / Susie Wiles Named Trump Chief of Staff / 43 Monkeys Escape Lab in SC / Powell Says "Not Leaving" / 1 Billion in Harris Funds Gone Smells Like Scandal / Detroit Largest City to Accept Bitcoin For Taxes / Another High for BTC ETFs / Fed Lowers Rate 25 BPS / Stocks Higher / Two Crypto Wrench Ransom Attacks / Block Moves Away from Web5 to BTC Mining
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $76,047, 28.25 oz Gold, .18 Median US House
24hr Hi: $76,943 / Lo: $74,602
Vol: $59B (Down 11%)
Mkt Cap: $1.50T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 712 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 50%)
Nodes: 18,954
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel sends rescue planes after football fans attacked by mob in Amsterdam: Rioters "actively sought out Israeli supporters to attack" after a football match in Amsterdam as Israel said it was sending planes to the Dutch capital to fly fans home. An unknown number of Israeli supporters were injured in the violence on Thursday night that was condemned by the leaders of both the Netherlands and Israel as antisemitic. Dutch police said five people have been taken to hospital with injuries. Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered two rescue planes to be sent to Amsterdam after the violence erupted. (IndependentUK)
2. 50 world leaders meet to strategize on how to deal with Trump: Donald Trump’s election win prompted renewed proclamations about the need for unity and autonomy at a gathering of European leaders in the Hungarian capital on Thursday, but beyond the glare of the cameras, there was agitation. At the E.U. and NATO headquarters in Brussels, policymakers have fretted all year about whether Trump could withdraw U.S. support for Ukraine in its war with Russia and upend the Western military alliance that underpins European security. (WaPo)
-US Events-
1. Newsom calls special session to fund California’s legal defense against Trump: Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday convened a special session of the Legislature, seeking to increase legal funding to protect California policies — on civil rights, climate change, abortion access and disaster funding — from an anticipated conservative federal agenda. (LATimes)
2. Trump picks Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, first woman ever in the role: "Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history, and was an integral part of both my 2016 and 2020 successful campaigns," Trump said in a statement. "Susie is tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected. (CBS)
3. 43 monkeys escape South Carolina research facility; police warn residents to secure doors and windows: The primates broke loose from a Alpha Genesis facility in Beaufort County and as of early Friday, there was no indication the fugitive monkeys had been captured. Authorities said the primates were "very young females weighing approximately 6-7 lbs" and had never been used for testing due to their age. (CBS)
4. US Fed Chair Says Will Not Leave Early If Asked By Trump: Speaking at a press conference after unveiling a quarter point interest rate cut, Powell -- whose term as Fed chair ends in 2026 -- added that firing any of the Fed's seven governors was also "not permitted under the law." If he wanted to, Powell could stay on as a governor after he steps down as Fed chair, and serve out the remainder of his term, which expires in early 2028. (IBTimes)
5. Senior Harris Advisor Deletes X Account As "Massive Scandal" Brews Over $20 Million In Campaign Debt: Former senior Obama advisor-turned-senior Kamala Harris advisor David Plouffe has deleted his X account after suggesting on Wednesday that Harris' landslide defeat was Joe Biden's fault for not dropping out soon enough, and right as a massive campaign debt scandal erupts. (ZeroHedge)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Detroit to Accept Bitcoin and Ethereum for Taxes, Embraces Blockchain for Economic Growth: Detroit plans to accept popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum for tax payments starting mid-2025, aiming to boost economic growth and promote financial inclusivity. The initiative aligns with the city's strategy to modernize services and embrace blockchain technology. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BTC investors pour $1.1B into BlackRock ETF as Bitcoin marks another high: On Nov. 7, BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) clocked $1.1 billion in inflows, reclaiming inflow status after two consecutive days of outflows totaling $113.3 million, according to Farside data. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Institutions Driving Bitcoin As Coinbase Premium Gap Hits $100 – Trump Win Brought Back US Demand: The Coinbase Premium Index, a critical metric that tracks the difference between BTC’s price on Coinbase and other exchanges, turned positive for the first time since October 18th, signaling a shift in market dynamics and the return of strong buying interest in the US market. (BItcoinist)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Fed Lowers Rates by 25bps as Expected: The Fed lowered the federal funds target range by 25 basis points to 4.5%-4.75% at its November 2024 meeting, following a jumbo 50 basis point cut in September, in line with expectations. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P 500, Nasdaq Extend Records After Fed Decision: Stocks in the US mostly higher on Thursday, building on the rally sparked by the presidential election in the previous session, following the Federal Reserve's widely anticipated 25bps rate cut. The S&P 500 gained 0.7% and the Nasdaq rose by 1.5%, both hitting new records. (TradingEconomics)
3. US Initial Jobless Claims Edge Higher as Expected: The number of individuals filing for unemployment benefits in the US edged higher by 3,000 from the previous week to 221,000 in the last week of October, aligned with market expectations. Despite the slight increase, the count remained well below averages from earlier in the month, continuing to point to some degree of resilience in the US labor market. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. WonderFi CEO Safe After Paying $720,000 Ransom to Kidnappers: Police are investigating the high-profile abduction of Dean Skurka, CEO of Toronto-based crypto firm WonderFi Technologies, who was forcibly taken near University Avenue and Richmond Street on Wednesday evening. Unknown suspects forced Skurka into a vehicle during rush hour, demanding $720k ($1 million Canadian dollars) ransom for his release. The ransom was paid electronically, and Skurka was found safe in Centennial Park, Etobicoke, hours later. (Decrypt) (AC-MultiSig might've stopped this.)
2. France's Schneider Electric Faces $125,000 Ransom Demand: Pay in Monero or Baguettes: Schneider Electric, a French multinational corporation, is being targeted by ransomware group Hellcat, demanding payment in baguettes or $125,000 in crypto to prevent the leak of 40GB of stolen data. The group is known for infiltrating sensitive information and has a history of cyberattacks on the company. (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. Jack Dorsey's Block to prioritize bitcoin mining and wind down decentralized tech arm TBD: Block said in its third-quarter shareholder letter on Thursday that the bitcoin mining initiative has a “strong product market fit” and a “healthy pipeline of demand.” With its commitment to bitcoin mining, Block said it will scale back investments in music streaming app Tidal and wind down TBD, which is its business arm focused on developing the decentralized web platform it had dubbed “Web5.” (TheBlock)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Galaxy Digital’s Next Chapter: Trading Bitcoin Mining for AI Computing: Galaxy Digital announces plans to potentially convert its 800-megawatt Helios mining facility to AI computing operations while reporting decreased Bitcoin production and mining revenue in Q3 2024. (Blockonomi)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 77/100 (Up 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Some days the news is as strange as fiction. Escaped monkeys, French Baguettes, missing campaign money and more...
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2024-11-07 14:18:04 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 869,117
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 07Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
QQQQ
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BLUF: German Coalition Government Collapses / Aussies Want to Ban Social Media for Kids / Russia Drone Swarms Kyiv / Xi Wants to 'Get Along' With Trump / Trump's Legal Issues to Dissolve / 9-11 Conspirators To Not Face Death Penalty / Harris Campaign Blew Through $1B and Ended with $20M in Debt / Sen Lummis Says Time to Build Bitcoin Reserve / Ohio Gets New Crypto-Friendly Senator / BRICS Rises / BTC ETFs Break Records / Stocks Best Day Since 2022 / NK Hackers Target Crypto Firms With MacOS
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $74,802, 27.90 oz Gold, .17 Median US House
24hr Hi: $76,460 / Lo: $73,571
Vol: $67B (Down 36%)
Mkt Cap: $1.48T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 720 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 66%)
Nodes: 19,317
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. German chancellor fires finance minister, collapsing coalition government: In a televised address, Chancellor Scholz said he had dismissed Finance Minister Christian Lindner saying it “was necessary to prevent harm to our country.” The firing came after days of political negotiation between the key members of Germany’s ruling “traffic light” coalition government – Scholz of the Social Democratic Party, Lindner of the Free Democratic Party, and Robert Habeck of the Green Party. (CNN)
2. Australia plans a social media ban for children under 16: The legislation will be introduced in Parliament during its final two weeks in session this year, which begin on Nov. 18. The age limit would take effect 12 months after the law is passed. (AP)
3. Russia Bombards Kyiv with Swarm of Drones, Striking Hospital, High-Rises, and Industrial Sites: Throughout the eight-hour assault, Kyiv residents reported explosions across the city, and air defense systems were active. Kyiv Post reporters across the city noted loud blasts as drone debris fell in four districts. (KyivPost)
4. US And China Must 'Get Along', Xi Tells Trump: In his first message to Trump since the former president secured a second term, Xi said "history has shown that China and the United States benefit from cooperation and suffer from confrontation" "A stable, healthy and sustainable China-US relationship is in the common interest of both countries and is in line with the expectations of the international community," Xi said. He called for Washington and Beijing to "strengthen dialogue and communication" and "properly manage differences". (IBTimes) (AC-Xi trying to set the tone for the coming negotiations.)
-US Events-
1. Trump's victory likely upends all the criminal cases against him: Justice Department officials have already begun evaluating how to wind down the two federal cases against Trump before he takes office in order to comply with department policy that a sitting president can’t be prosecuted. (NBC)
2. Military judge overrules defense secretary and says plea deals for alleged 9/11 conspirators are valid: A military judge ruled on Wednesday that plea agreements between the alleged 9/11 conspirators at Guantanamo Bay and the US government are “valid and enforceable,” a defense official told CNN – roughly three months after Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin revoked the deals. The ruling allows for the plea deals to go forward and could mean the men will eventually be sentenced to life in prison and avoid death sentences. (CNN)
3. Kamala Harris Campaign Fell $20 Million in Debt in Final Week: A Kamala campaign staffer confirmed to Breitbart News that the reports that Harris’s campaign was “$20 million” in debt “is real,” adding that Jen O’Malley Dillon, the Harris campaign chair reportedly “blew through a billion dollars in a few months.” The concerts that the Harris campaign held with celebrities such as Katy Perry, Lizzo, Eminem, and Bruce Springsteen were reportedly “all Jen’s idea,” the campaign staffer explained. “Jen blew through a billion dollars in a few months, and it was all Jen’s idea to do all the concerts,” the campaign staffer said. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Pro-Bitcoin Senator Proclaims US Will Establish $BTC Reserve After Trump Win: Donald Trump's sweeping victory in the U.S. elections has led to widespread celebrations across the cryptocurrency community, and many were particularly drawn to Republican Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming's post regarding Bitcoin. About an hour after posting the laser eyes meme photo, Lummis made the big announcement: "We are going to build a strategic Bitcoin reserve," she wrote. If Lummis's statements during the BTC Conference are to go by, the United States will "convert excess reserves at our 12 federal reserve Banks into Bitcoin over five years." She noted that the said strategy should help "cut our debt in half by 2045." The U.S. has a staggering $35 trillion debt. (IBTimes)
2. Crypto Advocate Bernie Moreno Takes Ohio Senate Seat, Vows Regulatory Clarity: As chair of the Senate Banking Committee, Incumbent Brown held considerable sway over digital currency legislation, making Moreno’s win a pivotal development for the industry, especially in Ohio. Moreno’s advocacy includes the establishment of a national Bitcoin reserve and initiatives aimed at regulatory certainty. Furthermore, Moreno’s credentials in the blockchain space extend beyond politics. As the owner of Bernie Moreno Companies, a group with investments in blockchain technology, Moreno has a vested interest in the industry’s growth. He was also a co-founder of Blockland Cleveland, an initiative to promote blockchain adoption in the local economy. (Bitcoinist)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. The Rising Force: Growing BRICS Relations Signal a New Economic Powerhouse: BRICS, an economic alliance of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, recently expanded to include six new members: Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). With these additions, BRICS aims to increase its economic and political leverage. The economic bloc has also invited 13 nations to join as partners. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized on Wednesday that Russia is not attempting to undermine the U.S. dollar, but instead is committed to protecting its own national interests. “We are not attempting to defeat the dollar and it is not needed to attempt to have the victory over it. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock Bitcoin ETF sees ‘biggest volume day ever’ with $4.1B traded: In a Nov. 6 post to X, Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas shared that the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) witnessed its “biggest volume day ever” with over $4.1 billion in daily trading volume on Nov. 6. “For context that’s more volume than stocks like Berkshire, Netflix, or Visa saw today. It was also up 10%, its second-best day since launching, “ he added. (CoinTelegraph)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Steady Ahead of Fed Decision: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held steady around 4.43% on Thursday, near a four-month high, as investors prepared for the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy decision. The Fed is widely expected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points later today, with traders looking for signals on whether another cut will follow in December. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Close at Record Highs After Trump's 2024 Election Victory: Wall Street's major indices closed at record highs on Wednesday after Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris. The S&P 500 rose 2.5%, the Nasdaq jumped 2.9%, and the Dow Jones soared 1,507 points, or 3.6%, marking its strongest session since 2022. Investor optimism is fueled by expectations that a second Trump administration will bring pro-business policies such as tax cuts, deregulation, and tariffs, which are expected to boost economic growth and corporate earnings. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Firms with Hidden Risk Malware on macOS: A threat actor with ties to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has been observed targeting cryptocurrency-related businesses with a multi-stage malware capable of infecting Apple macOS devices. The activity "uses emails propagating fake news about cryptocurrency trends to infect targets via a malicious application disguised as a PDF file." (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 77/100 (Up 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-11-06 16:55:04 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 869,117
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 06Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Trump Wins Presidency, Fear, Uncertainty Continue Worldwide / Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister / Ukrainians Engage North Korean Soldiers / Sen Warren Wins Re-Election / Trump's Crypto Promises / South Korea Starts CBDC Trials / Bitcoin Hits New All Time High / US Stock Futures Soar / INTERPOL Take Down 22K Servers Worldwide / Riot's BTC Output Up
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $73,962, 27.65 oz Gold, .17 Median US House
24hr Hi: $75,361 / Lo: $68,667
Vol: $105B (Up 155%)
Mkt Cap: $1.46T (Up 8%)
HashRate: 706 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Up 20%)
Nodes: 19,216
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Trump: ‘I’m not going to start wars, I’m going to stop wars’: “I’m not going to start wars, I’m going to stop wars,” declares Republican US presidential nominee Donald Trump in his victory speech. “We had no wars, for four years we had no wars. Except we defeated ISIS,” Trump says. (TimesOfIsrael)
2. Netanyahu fires Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for 2nd time, citing trust 'crisis': Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for the second time on Tuesday, citing a "crisis of trust" between the two amid Israel's ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Netanyahu said he had no remaining trust in Gallant while Israel is still at war. He appointed Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz to take over the position, while Gideon Saar will succeed Katz. (USAToday)
3. Ukraine says it fought N Korean troops for first time: In an interview with South Korean broadcaster KBS, Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov said a "small group" of North Korean soldiers were attacked. Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky, who had earlier condemned the West's lack of response to the North Korean troops, said these "first battles with North Korea open a new chapter of instability in the world". (BBC)
-US Events-
1. Donald Trump Wins the Presidency: Former President Donald John Trump is the winner of the 2024 presidential election, and will become the first person to win back the Oval Office after losing a reelection bid since Democrat Grover Cleveland in 1884 and 1892. Trump — the 45th and soon-to-be 47th president — secured a path to a 270-vote threshold in the Electoral College with a victory in Pennsylvania, one of the “blue wall” states he won in 2016, and where he campaigned vigorously throughout the campaign. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Elizabeth Warren Defeats Pro-Crypto Republican To Hang Onto Senate Seat: Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly reelected Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren on Tuesday as she cruised to victory over Republican challenger John Deaton, a cryptocurrency proponent. Despite a spirited campaign, Warren was declared the winner shortly after the state's polls closed at 8 p.m. ET. Warren led by a convincing margin when the race was declared by the Associated Press. (IBTimes)
2. Donald Trump Wins the Presidency: Here's What It Means for Crypto: From the outset of his campaign, Trump vowed to loosen restrictions on digital assets and blockchain technology firms in the U.S. Trump has pledged to support the crypto industry by establishing a national Bitcoin reserve, backing U.S.-based mining, opposing a U.S. CBDC, and advocating for self-custody rights. Additionally, his family's recent venture, World Liberty Financial, signals a deepening commitment to the sector. (Decrypt)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Seven South Korean banks to participate in CBDC-driven pilot: The program, announced by the FSC in a Nov. 6 press release, aims to explore the potential of CBDCs in daily transactions. The participating banks, including KB, Shinhan, Woori, and Hana, will issue deposit tokens that represent digital assets backed by bank deposits, the press release reads. (CryptoNews)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Crypto investment products hit record annual inflows of $29 billion this year: Global crypto funds run by asset managers such as BlackRock, Bitwise, Fidelity, Grayscale, ProShares and 21Shares registered net inflows of $2.18 billion last week, according to CoinShares, bringing year-to-date figures to a record $29.2 billion. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin (BTC) Reaches $75,000 as U.S. Election Results Unfold: Bitcoin reached a historic milestone of $75,000 on November 5, 2024, as election results showed Donald Trump securing victories in key swing states. The cryptocurrency’s price movement coincided with Trump’s wins in North Carolina, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, marking a 7% increase that pushed Bitcoin beyond its previous record of $73,797.68 set in March. (Blockonomi)
2. US Futures Soar as Trump Wins Second Term: US futures soared on Wednesday, with contracts on the S&P 500 futures adding 2.1%, the Nasdaq 100 jumping 1.5% and the Dow Jones gaining by an impressive 1260 points as Donald Trump won the US Presidential election. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. INTERPOL Disrupts Over 22,000 Malicious Servers in Global Crackdown on Cybercrime: Dubbed Operation Synergia II, the coordinated effort ran from April 1 to August 31, 2024, targeting phishing, ransomware, and information stealer infrastructure. "Of the approximately 30,000 suspicious IP addresses identified, 76 per cent were taken down and 59 servers were seized," INTERPOL said. "Additionally, 43 electronic devices, including laptops, mobile phones and hard disks were seized." (HackerNews) (AC-Global 'operations' such as this are indicative of mass surveillance conducted by law enforcement and intelligence agencies, often in violation to privacy laws and statutes worldwide. The more this becomes accepted, the less privacy individuals will maintain.)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Riot's Monthly BTC Output Up by 23%; Company Calls October Production 'New Post-Halving Milestone': Bitcoin mining giant Riot Platforms recently announced that it mined 505 bitcoins (BTC) in October, a 23% jump from the 412 bitcoins mined in September. In the same month, Riot reported a 5% month-over-month increase in its bitcoin holdings, from 10,427 to 10,928. (BItcoinCom)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): Trump's win will usher Bitcoin into even more worldwide acceptance, with any effort at building a Bitcoin Reserve foremost among stimulants to Bitcoin adoption. The economic use of Bitcoin as a store of value has been proven and accepted by individuals and institutions, continuing to increase. As a medium of exchange and unit of account, Bitcoin still has a long way to go, but in this hyper-connected world this could happen quickly following the expected efforts of such a Bitcoin-friendly administration.
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2024-11-05 13:42:18 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 868,981
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 05Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Election Day 2024 / NK Launches Missiles / Protests Continue in Georgia / 52 Nations Call for Israel Embargo / Indonesia and Russia Hold 1st Naval Drills / TN Man Arrested for Planning Drone Strike on Nashville Grid / Senate is in Play for Election / Who Might Replace Gary Gensler? / New Global Stablecoin / BTC ETFs Bleed a Half Billion / UK Pension Allocates to Bitcoin / Semler Scientific Buys Bitcoin
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $68,709, 25.08 oz Gold, .16 Median US House
24hr Hi: $69,201 / Lo: $66,803
Vol: $41B (Up 16%)
Mkt Cap: $1.36T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 718 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Down 33%)
Nodes: 19,285
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. North Korea launches short-range ballistic missile hours before US election: It remains unclear whether North Korea fired only one missile or multiple. It is also unclear what type of missile it was or how far it flew. (Fox)
2. Thousands rally again in Georgia to protest the parliamentary election they say was rigged: Thousands of opposition supporters rallied outside Georgia’s parliament for the second straight Monday to denounce the Oct. 26 election as illegitimate after the ruling party was declared the winner amid allegations of vote-rigging helped by Russia. (AP)
3. Fifty two nations call for global arms embargo on Israel: The Foreign Ministry of Turkey sent the UN a letter signed by 52 nations and two organizations calling for a halt in military transfers to Israel, stating the Israeli army is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. (TheCradle)
4. Indonesia and Russia hold first joint naval exercises: As Indonesia's new president, Prabowo Subianto, seeks to deepen ties with Russia, the Indonesian and Russian navies began five days of joint exercises in the Java Sea. (DW)
-US Events-
1. Tennessee man arrested for allegedly plotting to attack Nashville energy facility: Skyler Philippi, 24, was arrested November 2 when he “believed he was moments away” from launching a drone armed with explosives at an electric substation in the Nashville area, according to a DOJ press release. He’s charged with attempted use of a weapon of mass destruction and attempted destruction of an energy facility. (CNN) (AC-Ukrainian war tactics come home.)
2. 5 races to watch that will decide control of the Senate: Senate Democrats are heading into Tuesday's elections facing the fight of their lives: defending a 51-49 majority with a map so formidable that Republicans have called it their best opportunity in a decade to gain ground. Montana, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Arizona will determine the majority. (ABC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Meet the pro-crypto contenders who could replace SEC chief Gary Gensler: Hester Peirce: The “Crypto Mom” the industry wants, Chris Giancarlo: “Crypto Dad” of Bitcoin futures, Chris Brummer: The peaceful option for the Democrats, Paul Atkins: SEC commissioner with ties to Bush and Trump, Erica Williams: Balanced candidate for Harris, Heath Tarbert: The active CFTC chair, Robert Stebbins: The adviser close to Trump’s SEC chair, Dan Gallagher: The Federal Reserve critic. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-A simple list to start research on SEC chair options.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. New Global Dollar Stablecoin Backed by Robinhood, Kraken, Paxos and Other Crypto Heavies: The Global Dollar Network, whose participants will earn yield for helping foster adoption of USDG, also includes Anchorage Digital, Bullish, Galaxy Digital and Nuvei. (CoinDesk)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. US Bitcoin, Ethereum ETFs Bleed Over Half A Billion Before Elections: US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs bled a total of $541.1 million on Monday – Fidelity's $FBTC lost $169.6 million. All other spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States saw outflows, except BlackRock's IBIT, Invesco's BTCO, and Wisdom Tree's BTCW. In fact, IBIT had a $38.4 million inflow, being the only U.S.-listed BTC ETF that had a positive flow on Monday. (IBTimes)
2. UK Pension Scheme Embraces Bitcoin, Marking a Historic Leap Into Crypto: A UK pension scheme has allocated 3% of its portfolio to bitcoin, marking a groundbreaking move aimed at diversification and potential long-term growth amid economic challenges. (BitcoinCom)
3. Semler Scientific Acquires 1,050 Bitcoin and Plans to Buy More Despite Tough Q3: Semler Scientific, a medical device maker, has acquired over 1,050 BTC and plans to purchase more using cash from operations and sales. Despite a challenging Q3 with a revenue drop, the company remains focused on Bitcoin investments. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Stocks Close Lower Ahead of Election and Fed Decision: Stocks in the US finished lower on Monday as investors braced for a high-stakes week featuring the presidential election and the Federal Reserve's policy decision. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq lost 0.3% each while the Dow dropped 257 points. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. FBI Warns Public About Deceptive Videos Ahead of Election Day: The approach to the U.S. presidential election has seen an increasing level of disinformation, especially deepfake technology. This raises concerns regarding the impact on voters. To this end, the FBI has also indicated that such doctored videos and other forms of disinformation are being used to sway public perception and impact election security. (TechTImes)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Down 5 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Today is election day in the USA. The contentious and seemingly never-ending fighting over an executive level position (not king!) in the power-sharing system of the American political experiment reaches it's peak today. The system requires citizens to choose a side to cast a vote. Most humans hate being put into such airtight categories and are often more nuanced than simple blue or red. The same could be said for all conflict, including wars. Though we may celebrate the option to cast a vote instead of throwing lead, history teaches us that the latter option is the most prevalent, meaning the stakes are much higher for individuals and families. If and when the US experiment or global situations devolve, choosing sides becomes necessary for survival or moral imperative. The sooner one understands the choices available and commits, the better the outcome for those involved. Go vote today and prepare for tomorrow.
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2024-11-04 14:55:08 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 868,835
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 04Nov24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: China Astronauts Return After 6 Months / German Government at Risk / IDF SOF Enter Syria / Final Push for Trump and Harris / El Salvador BTC VIP Effort Fails / Pakistan to Push for CBDC / Vivek's Firm to Offer Bitcoin to Clients / German TradFi Tries Bitcoin Mining / Colorado Scammers Target Bitcoiners / AI Global Race Gets Serious / Bitcoin Premium in South Korea Rises
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $69,121, 25.22 oz Gold, .16 Median US House
24hr Hi: $69,433 / Lo: $67,482
Vol: $35B (Up 44%)
Mkt Cap: $1.37T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 723 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 8 sats/vBtye (Even)
Nodes: 18,638
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. China space station crew returns to Earth after 6 months in space: Three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth on Monday after a six-month stay on the Tiangong space station, part of China’s effort to be a global leader in space exploration. In recent years, the country’s space program has brought back rocks from the moon and landed a rover on Mars. It aims to put a person on the moon by 2030, which would make China the second nation after the United States to do so.
2. Risk of the German government collapsing appears higher than ever: While all eyes are on the US elections this week, German politics seem to have become a train crash in slow motion. The German government has just entered a new stage of a slow burning political crisis that could be the last step before the eventual collapse of the governing coalition. (ING)
3. IDF commandos raid Syria, seize Syrian-national IRGC operative: Ali Soleiman al-Assi, a Syrian citizen, lives in the area of Saida in southern Syria. His work included gathering intelligence on IDF troops in the border area for future terror activity of the network. He has been under surveillance by the IDF for some time and was detained and transferred for interrogation in Israel. (JPost)
-US Events-
1. Harris and Trump to hold final campaign events day before election: Harris will spend her final day of campaigning in Pennsylvania, with rallies in Allentown, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Trump will be in three battleground states today, holding events in North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Michigan. (CNN)
2. Security fencing goes up around White House, Capitol, VP residence: The Secret Service constructed eight-foot-high metal fences around the White House and Treasury Department complex and the adjacent parts of Lafayette Square, the Naval Observatory and Harris’s house in D.C., The Washington Post reported. (TheHill)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Public Records Inquiry Reveals the Failure of Salvadoran Bitcoin Millionaire Investor Visa Program: A recent public records inquiry by El Mundo, a local Salvadoran outlet, found that zero passports had been issued as part of the ‘Adopting Bitcoin’ program, which was spearheaded by Salvadoran authorities to provide the so-called ‘freedom passports’ to Bitcoin investors willing to donate $1 million in BTC or USDT to the country. (BitcoinCom) (AC-The $1M 'donation' may have been too rich for a passport.)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Pakistan Proposes Amendments to Legalize Cryptocurrency: The Pakistani government has proposed amendments to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Act, signaling a potential shift in the country's financial policy towards the legalization of cryptocurrencies. The proposed changes would empower the SBP to issue digital currency and manage the nation's currency in both physical and digital forms. Additionally, the amendments would grant the SBP the authority to conduct Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) operations, allowing CBDCs to function as legal tender. Historically, the SBP has classified cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin as illegal and has warned of the risks associated with them (BinanceSauare) (AC-CBDC's being conflated with independent cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin is still considered illegal.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Ramaswamy’s Strive launches wealth management arm offering Bitcoin to clients: Strive Enterprises, an asset management firm co-founded by former United States presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, announced a new wealth management unit on Nov. 1 that integrates Bitcoin into client portfolios. “It’s striking that most wealth managers aren’t even thinking about integrating Bitcoin into client portfolios,” Ramaswamy added in a Nov. 1 X post. (CoinTelegraph)
2. German TradFi giants confirm trial to mine Bitcoin with surplus energy to stabilize grid: German telecom giant Deutsche Telekom has partnered with Germany’s oldest bank, Bankhaus Metzler, to launch a pilot project testing Bitcoin mining infrastructure powered by surplus renewable energy. The initiative aims to utilize excess electricity from renewable sources that would otherwise remain unused due to grid limitations or insufficient storage options. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Week Ahead - Nov 3rd: The US presidential elections on Tuesday are set to be the most closely watched event, capturing the attention of investors worldwide. In addition, markets will keep a keen eye on the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, as well as the ISM Services PMI, Michigan consumer sentiment, foreign trade data, factory orders, and non-farm productivity measures. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Colorado Scammers Impersonate Law Enforcement Officials, Defrauded Residents of Thousands in Bitcoin: A Keystone, Colorado resident lost over $6,000 in Bitcoin to scammers posing as law enforcement officials, with an additional $4,000 transfer narrowly avoided by deputies. The scammers obtained sensitive personal information during the fraudulent calls, part of a growing trend in the state. (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. "An Existential Race Amongst The Great Powers Accelerates, At The Dawn Of The AI Age": “In the global competition on AI, the alleged role of a single, and outdated, version of an American open-source model is irrelevant when we know China is already investing more than one-trillion dollars to surpass the US on AI,” said a Meta spokesperson. "The People’s Republic of China is currently leveraging AI to enhance its own military capabilities and strategic advantages and is using Western technology to do so.” (ZeroHedge)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Premium in South Korea Rises: A Bullish Signal or Just Regional Dynamics?: By Halloween—Oct. 31—Satoshi’s white paper anniversary—the premium on South Korean exchanges was recorded at 1.93%. This trend is largely due to local regulations and capital controls. Additionally, South Korean demand for cryptocurrencies is strong. Throughout the year, the South Korean won consistently ranks as the second most-traded fiat currency with BTC, just behind the U.S. dollar. (BItcoinCom)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 75/100 (Down 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-10-31 14:19:26 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 868,243
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 31Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: NK Successfully Tests Longest Range ICBM / Most of Mexico's High Court Resign / US Sanctions 400 Firms for Russia Ties / Trump Trolls in Garbage Truck / Musk Ordered to Court Over Giveaway / Brazil Looks to Tax Crypto Remittances / Nigeria Inflation Worsens / Bitwise CIO Says Bitcoin Doesn't Need USD Collapse to Rise / US Treasury Wants to Replace Stablecoins With CBDC / MSTR Goes Big on Fiat Arbitrage / 16 Years Since Bitcoin White Paper Released
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $72,214, 25.99 oz Gold, .17 Median US House
24hr Hi: $72,905 / Lo: $71,411
Vol: $37B (Down 28%)
Mkt Cap: $1.43T (Even)
HashRate: 756 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Up 66%)
Nodes: 19,251
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. North Korea leader says longest ICBM test 'appropriate military action' against enemies: North Korea said it tested an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday, upgrading what it called the "world's most powerful strategic weapon", as Seoul warned Pyongyang could get missile technology from Russia for helping with the war in Ukraine. Fueled by solid-propellant and fired from a road launcher, it was launched at a sharply raised angle and flew for 73 minutes, translating to a potential range of 15,000 km on a normal trajectory.
That is a distance that puts anywhere in the mainland United States within range. (Reuters)
2. 8 of 11 members of Mexico’s Supreme Court to resign in protest of controversial judicial overhaul: Eight justices of Mexico’s Supreme Court have said they will leave the court rather than stand for election as required by a controversial judicial overhaul passed last month. Last month, Mexico’s Congress passed — and a majority of states ratified — then-President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s initiative to make all of the country’s judges subject to election. (AP)
3. U.S. Sanctions Nearly 400 Firms, Accusing Them of Aiding Russia’s War Effort: The U.S. Treasury Department announced sweeping sanctions against 275 individuals and entities in countries including India, China, Switzerland and Turkey, with the restrictions aimed at "disrupting global evasion networks." (MoscowTimes)
-US Events-
1. Trump Holds Press Conference In Garbage Truck En Route To Green Bay Rally: TRUMP: "How do you like my garbage truck? This truck is in honor of Kamala and Joe Biden." (ZeroHedge)
2. Philadelphia Judge Orders Elon Musk To Attend Court Over $1 million Giveaway: A judge has summoned all involved parties, including Elon Musk, to an emergency court hearing in Philadelphia on Thursday to address a lawsuit aimed at blocking Tesla CEO's political action committee from distributing $1 million to registered voters in Pennsylvania before the Nov. 5 U.S. election. (IBTimes)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Brazilian Central Bank Considers Taxing Stablecoin Remittances: The stablecoin boom in Brazil has caught the attention of the central bank, which is currently exploring several ways to tax stablecoin remittances, including issuing a special license for crypto exchanges that provide these services. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Nigeria's Currency Plunges as Dollar Liquidity Dries Up: Will a Naira-for-Crude Oil Swap Revive It?: The Nigerian naira, which has already lost over 70% of its value in 2024, recently dropped to a record low of NGN1,670.65 per U.S. dollar on the official foreign exchange market on October 28. The naira’s decline coincides with a 72% plunge in dollar liquidity, falling to $81 million, the lowest level in over a month. The naira’s depreciation has fueled inflation, which peaked at 34.19% in June, further worsening the plight of Nigerians. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Just a reminder that Nigeria has instituted very strong anti-Bitcoin and stablecoin laws in response to the decline of the Naira's value. The only reason for this pain is a major continued increase in money supply by the government.)
2. Does US Dollar Need to Collapse for Bitcoin to Hit $200K? Bitwise Says No: The chief investment officer of asset management firm Bitwise, Matt Hougan, addressed bitcoin’s potential to reach a $200,000 valuation without a collapse of the U.S. dollar on social media platform X on Tuesday. Hougan outlined two primary factors behind bitcoin’s growth potential. “When you invest in bitcoin, you’re actually making two bets at once,” he explained. Firstly, he said: “Bitcoin will succeed in establishing itself as a new ‘store of value’ asset” Secondly, he noted: “Governments will abuse fiat currencies and increase demand for ‘store of value’ assets.” (BitcoinCom)
3. U.S. Treasury Report Proposes CBDC Replacement for Private Stablecoins: The U.S. Treasury Department has recommended replacing private stablecoins with government-issued CBDCs, citing concerns about the $120 billion in Treasury bills held as stablecoin collateral and potential market risks. Over 80% of crypto transactions involve stablecoins, with USDT leading in trading volume. (Blockonomi)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin investors pile $875M into BlackRock fund amid crypto rally: BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) recorded its biggest day of inflows since its launch in January as crypto markets surged. On Oct. 30, BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) recorded inflows of $875 million, according to CoinGlass data. This marked the highest inflow day for IBIT since its launch on Jan. 11. (CoinTelegraph)
2. MicroStrategy Aims to Raise $42 Billion to Increase Bitcoin Holdings: MicroStrategy plans to raise $42 billion through debt and equity to expand its Bitcoin holdings, aiming to become a major corporate holder of the cryptocurrency. The company's CEO stated the need to scale up Bitcoin initiatives beyond cash flows from their software business. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1.US GDP Growth Below Forecasts in Q3: The US economy expanded an annualized 2.8% in Q3 2024, below 3% in Q2 and forecasts of 3%, the advance estimate from the BEA showed. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Private Companies Add the Most Jobs in Over a Year: Private businesses in the US added 233K workers to their payrolls in October 2024, the most since July 2023, following an upwardly revised 159K rise in September and much higher than forecasts of 115K. (TradingEconomics)
3. US Futures Drop as Tech Earnings Disappoint: US stock futures declined on Thursday as megacap technology names tumbled in after-hours trading on disappointing corporate earnings reports. Meta Platforms dropped over 3% after missing user growth expectations and warning of increased capital expenditures in 2025. Microsoft also saw a nearly 4% decline due to weak revenue guidance. In regular trading on Wednesday, the Dow dipped 0.22%, the S&P 500 lost 0.33%, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.56%. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. FBI Links Chinese Hackers 'Salt Typhoon' to Telco Infrastructure Access; With Trump, Biden Aides Targeted: Shortly after Trump revealed that their data was illegally accessed and placed the blame on the Iranian bad actors, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) revealed that the United States' telecommunications infrastructure was the target of a massive access. The law enforcement agency regarded that these threat actors were affiliated with the People's Republic of China, with new reports claiming that the group 'Salt Typhoon' was behind it. (TechTimes)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin White Paper 16th anniversary: On October 31, we mark sixteen years since Satoshi Nakamoto published the Bitcoin white paper—a concise yet visionary document that redefined the concept of money and challenged the power structures controlling global finance. Satoshi proposed more than just a decentralized currency; Bitcoin was designed as a robust, peer-to-peer system that promised financial autonomy, economic inclusivity, and an open network accessible to all. Sixteen years later, however, Bitcoin’s journey is marred by competing interpretations of its purpose and challenges that have redefined what it means to “keep the network secure.” (CoinGeek) (AC-Warning, the article is biased towards BSV, but drives thinking on the subject.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 77/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-10-30 13:48:59 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 868,086
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 30Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Israel Kicks UNRWA Out / Super Typhoon Headed to Taiwan / US Pentagon Says 'No Limit' if NK Joins Russia in Ukraine / 'Free Gaza' Painted on Burning Ballot Boxes / Early Voters Down From COVID Days, But More Republican / Musk Launches Election Integrity Community / Florida CFO Wants Bitcoin Reserve / Biden Thanks Nigeria President for Releasing Binance Exec / BTC ETFs on Fire, Blackrock Leads / US Job Openings Drop Unexpectedly / Keep Seed Phrases Safe / Ancient Mayan City Found in Mexico
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $72,029, 25.94 oz Gold, .17 Median US House
24hr Hi: $73,577 / Lo: $70,905
Vol: $52B (Up 8%)
Mkt Cap: $1.42T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 748 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Down 82%)
Nodes: 18,699
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel’s move to ban a UN agency raises alarm about aid to Gaza even as the implications are unclear: The agency known as UNRWA provides essential services to millions of Palestinians across the Middle East and has underpinned aid efforts in Gaza throughout the Israel-Hamas war. Legislation barring it from operating in Israel passed with an overwhelming majority Monday. Israel says UNRWA has allowed itself to be infiltrated by Hamas, with the militants siphoning off aid and using the agency’s facilities as shields. (AP)
2. Taiwan expects super typhoon Kong-rey to make landfall on Thursday: Packing gusts of nearly 300 kph (186 mph), the storm has strengthened into a super typhoon and is expected to further intensify before hitting Taitung county, according to the U.S. Navy's Joint Typhoon Warning Center. (Reuters)
3. Pentagon Warns No Limits On Ukraine Support If North Korea Joins War: The United States is warning that it is ready to escalate NATO involvement in Ukraine if North Korean troops join Russia's war in Ukraine. "The U.S. will not impose new limits on Ukraine's use of American weapons if North Korea joins Russia's war, the Pentagon said on Monday, as NATO said North Korean military units had been deployed to the Kursk region in Russia," Reuters reports. (ZeroHedge)
-US Events-
1. Police are searching for the person who set ballot boxes on fire in Washington and Oregon: With just days until Election Day, hundreds of ballots were destroyed by fires this week at two ballot drop boxes in the Pacific Northwest, and investigators are searching for a culprit they say is responsible for both. Devices at both scenes Monday and a ballot box earlier in the month were marked with the words “Free Gaza,” (CNN)
2. One week from Election Day, early voters look different than they did 4 years ago: With one week until Election Day, more than 48 million ballots have been cast across 47 states and the District of Columbia. So far, preelection voting across the country is down significantly from this point four years ago, when a record number of voters turned out before Election Day amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Across the states where Catalist has comparable data, early voters so far are older, slightly more likely to be White and more likely to be Republican than they were at this point four years ago. (CNN)
3. X Introduces Election Integrity Community: Elon Musk and X launches election integrity community to report election anomalies. (X)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Florida CFO advocates adding Bitcoin to state pension funds for strategic growth: Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis has urged the State Board of Administration (SBA) to consider adding Bitcoin to the state pension funds. On Oct. 29, Patronis sent a letter to Chris Spencer, the executive director of the Florida State Board of Administration, highlighting Bitcoin’s role as “digital gold.” He emphasized how Bitcoin could diversify the state’s portfolio while offering a protective hedge against the volatility of other major asset classes. (CryptoSlate)
2. US President Joe Biden thanks Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on a phone call for releasing Binance exec Tigran Gambaryan (TheBlock)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. BIS debates ending cross border CBDC project mBridge: The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is considering whether to shut down Project mBridge, the cross border CBDC payments platform developed in collaboration with the central banks of China, Hong Kong, Thailand and the UAE. One concern is Russia’s ongoing enthusiasm for developing a similar sounding BRICS Bridge. (LedgerInsights)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Triggers Major FOMO With New 6-Month High Milestone: On Tuesday, the BlackRock IBIT registered a massive $3.3 billion in trading volumes, hitting its six-month high levels. (CoinGape)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Job Openings Unexpectedly Fall: The number of job openings fell by 418,000 to 7.443 million in September 2024 from a downwardly revised 7.861 million in August and below market expectations of 7.99 million. It is the lowest level since January 2021, indicating the labor market is cooling. Job openings decreased in health care and social assistance, and government. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Economy Likely Expanded a Strong 3% in Q3: The US economy likely expanded by an annualized 3% in the third quarter of 2024, the same as in the previous quarter, driven by strong consumer and business spending. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. The Infosec Basics: How to Keep Your Bitcoin Seed Phrase Secure: Rule one: never share your seed phrase with anyone. Rule Two: You should avoid storing your seed phrase digitally. To put it simply, your internet connected devices are vulnerable to hackers. Thus, if you want to keep your Bitcoin safe, you should invest in a hardware wallet. Don’t try to reinvent the wheel. Just record your seed phrase on a durable medium like metal, and keep it physically safe from prying eyes and thieving hands. Keep it locked in your safe or a room other people do not frequently access. Check on it from time to time. That’s all you have to do. (BitcoinMag)
-Technology and Science-
1. Vast ancient Mayan city is found in a Mexican jungle — by accident: A graduate student analyzing publicly available drone data in Mexico unexpectedly stumbled across a huge ancient Mayan city buried beneath dense jungle. For centuries, the city lay hidden amid jungle canopy in the state of Campeche, on the Gulf of Mexico. New research published Tuesday in the journal Antiquity reveals sites that in total cover area about one-and-a-half times the size of Washington, D.C. (NBC)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 77/100 (Up 5 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-10-29 17:08:08 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 867,922
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 29Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Gaza Strike By IDF Kills 60 / Georgia Elections Protested / WaPo Declines to Endorse, Cancellations Ensue / US Running Low on Missile Defenses / Hong Kong Looks to Attract Crypto Investment / BRICS, SCO Align to Increase Economic Power / Emory Univ. Discloses BTC ETF Investment / MSTR Outpaces BTC in 2024 / Bhutan to Sell Some BTC Stash / Russia Targets Telegram With Malware / Indonesia Says No Apple Allowed / Bitcoin Miner Stock Spike
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $71,195, 25.88 oz Gold, .16 Median US House
24hr Hi: $71,542 / Lo: $68,409
Vol: $49B (Up 107%)
Mkt Cap: $1.41T (Up 3%)
HashRate: 736 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 14 sats/vBtye (Up 460%)
Nodes: 19,492
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israeli strike in northern Gaza kills at least 60, officials say, as Hezbollah announces new leader: An Israeli strike on a five-story building where displaced Palestinians were sheltering in the northern Gaza Strip killed at least 60 people early Tuesday. In a separate development, Lebanon’s militant group Hezbollah said it has chosen Sheikh Naim Kassem to succeed longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike last month. Hezbollah vowed to continue with Nasrallah’s policies “until victory is achieved.” (AP)
2. US raises alarm over Georgia’s (The country) elections: The U.S. and European allies are raising alarm over Georgia’s elections, where the Russian-friendly ruling party Georgian Dream (GD) claimed victory over opposition parties that have refused to recognize the results, accused the Kremlin of meddling and called for mass protests. Tens of thousands of Georgians have since massed outside parliament Monday night, demanding the annulment of the weekend parliamentary election. (TheHill/AP)
-US Events-
1. Washington Post hit with over 200K cancellations after move to block Harris endorsement: More than 200,000 Washington Post readers have reportedly canceled their subscriptions in the three days since the Jeff Bezos-owned publication decided against endorsing a presidential candidate in the 2024 election. “Presidential endorsements do nothing to tip the scales of an election,” Bezos wrote. “No undecided voters in Pennsylvania are going to say, ‘I’m going with Newspaper A’s endorsement.’ None. What presidential endorsements actually do is create a perception of bias.” (NYPost)
2. Pentagon Runs Low on Air-Defense Missiles as Demand Surges: Interceptors are fast becoming the most sought-after ordnance during the widening crisis in the Middle East, as Israel and other U.S. allies face an increasing threat from missiles and drones fired by Iran and the militias it supports. The Pentagon worries it could run through its inventory faster than it can replace them, leaving the U.S. vulnerable in a potential conflict in the Pacific, analysts and officials said. (WSJ)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Hong Kong Unveils Regulation Roadmap, Hints at New Cryptocurrency Incentives: The government of Hong Kong is on the verge of completing stablecoin regulations to become a more friendly hub for cryptocurrency investments. In addition, authorities stated that they have been considering extending crypto tax cuts to more investors. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. BRICS, SCO Align on Unified Payment System to Reduce Dollar Reliance: Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Secretary-General Zhang Ming detailed efforts to create a unified payment system among SCO member states on Monday. Formed in 2001, the SCO is a regional alliance focused on security, economic collaboration, and political stability among Eurasian countries, including China, Russia, and India. The organization shares objectives with BRICS, as both seek to promote multipolarity and reduce Western economic influence. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Emory Is First University to Disclose Bitcoin ETF Holding: Emory University disclosed owning over $15 million in Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust shares, becoming the first endowment to publicly report bitcoin exposure. With $21 billion in total assets, Emory's move into bitcoin ETF is significant among risk-averse endowment funds. (CoinDesk)
2. MicroStrategy's leveraged bitcoin strategy has its stock outpacing BTC this year: Microstrategy, which trades under the ticker MSTR, has seen its share price rise nearly 250% year-to-date. At the time of writing, Bitcoin has a 60% year-to-date return, compared to the nearly 4X higher return provided by MSTR. (TheBlock)
3. Bitcoin records over $880 million net inflows in 2 days as Bitcoin broke $71k (CryptoSlate)
4. Bhutan Govt Dumps Over $66 Million in BTC to Binance: Royal Government of Bhutan deposited 929 BTC to crypto exchange Binance, an on-chain data expert reported on Tuesday. Bhutan govt now holds 12,456 BTC, which is valued at $886.58 million. As per the blockchain analytics firm Arkham recent findings Bhutan ranks fourth globally in terms of government holdings of Bitcoin. (CoinGape)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin Hits $70,000 on Huge ETF Inflows: Bitcoin hit the key $70,000 mark this week for the first time since June, driven by strong inflows into US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. Industry data showed that US-based Bitcoin funds recorded inflows of over $3 billion over the past two weeks, bringing year-to-date inflows to over $25 billion. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Rise, Earnings and Key Data Eyed: Stocks in the US were higher on Monday, with the S&P 500 rising 0.5%, the Dow Jones adding 280 points and the Nasdaq increasing 0.6% as traders got some relief after Israeli airstrikes against Iran did not target oil or nuclear facilities as initially feared. At the same time, investors brace for a busy week of earnings with five of the “Magnificent Seven” megacaps Apple, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon and Alphabet due to report quarterly results. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Russian Espionage Group Targets Ukrainian Military with Malware via Telegram: A suspected Russian hybrid espionage and influence operation has been observed delivering a mix of Windows and Android malware to target the Ukrainian military under the Telegram persona Civil Defense. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. Indonesia Makes iPhone 16 Use, Sale Illegal as Apple Fails to Invest in the Country: Indonesia deemed that iPhone 16's sale and use in its country is now illegal, and Apple is now facing a ban to its products in the Southeast Asian country after a recent falling out between both entities. It was revealed that Apple failed on its investment promises where the Cupertino tech giant was not able to pay off the entire sum that they promised to the country, as part of their original pledge. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin mining stocks rocket 24% on macro climate, AI play: Share prices of Bitcoin miners soared as much as 24.4% on Oct. 28 as Bitcoin rallied above $70,000 — with an analyst pointing to an increasingly favorable macroeconomic climate and miners’ continued diversification into AI. (CoinTelegraph)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 72/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-10-28 12:47:41 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 867,763
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 28Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: Iran Denounces IDF Attack / Japan's LDP Loses Majority / NK Soldiers Arrive on Ukraine Front / NASA Calls for Musk Investigation / Ripple CEO De-Banked / BOE Pushes CBDC / MSFT Board Dislikes BTC Proposal / Tether Has 82K BTC / Trump Campaign Hacked Again / Crypto Companies Push Into AI
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $68,788, 25.19 oz Gold, .16 Median US House
24hr Hi: $68,847 / Lo: $67,301
Vol: $23B (Up 58%)
Mkt Cap: $1.36T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 716 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Down 91%)
Nodes: 19,311
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. 'The Zionist regime made a mistake' Khamenei posts in Hebrew: Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei posted a threat against Israel on his Hebrew Twitter/X account on Sunday. "The Zionist regime made a mistake," he wrote, "a mistake in its calculation regarding Iran." "We will make [them] understand what strength, ability, initiative, and desire the Iranian nation has," his post concluded. (JPost)
2. Japan's ruling party loses its majority in blow to new PM: The coalition led by Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has lost its majority in parliament, its worst result in over a decade. The LDP and its much smaller coalition partner Komeito, have taken 215 seats together, falling short of the 233-seat majority needed to govern. (BBC)
3. North Korean Soldiers Arrive on Russia’s Front Line: Their special-forces training would have focused on assassinations and infrastructure destruction in mountainous South Korea, a far cry from the trench warfare unfolding in the flat plains along the Ukrainian-Russian border. The fresh-faced troops have likely never left North Korea. The country’s army operates aging and outdated conventional military equipment. The first North Korean troops could be deployed to the battlefield as early as Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said. (WSJ)
-US Events-
1. NASA chief calls for investigation into report that Musk and Putin have spoken regularly: The report, which said the SpaceX founder has discussed “personal topics, business and geopolitical tensions” with the Russian leader, raises national security concerns as SpaceX’s relationships with NASA and the US military may have granted Musk access to sensitive government information and US intelligence. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Ripple CEO Loses Bank Account After 25 Years, Given 5 Days to Withdraw Funds: Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has disclosed he was recently debanked, citing increased regulatory scrutiny impacting figures within the cryptocurrency sector. In a CNBC interview, he recounted: "I personally have been debanked. I got a call not that long ago from one of the major banking institutions I had had an account with for 25 years, and they said, ‘You have 5 days to move your money.’" (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
1. Bank of England presses on with retail CBDC to plug bank innovation gap: The Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey has re-affirmed his support for a retail central bank digital currency, arguing that central banks are the "only game in town" as commercial banks lack the incentive to push for innovation. (Finextra)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Microsoft Board Strongly Opposes 'Unwarranted' Proposal To Invest In Bitcoin: Bitcoin is an "excellent" hedge against inflation, the National Center for Public Policy Research advised Microsoft, but the big tech titan's board is urging shareholders to vote against a proposal to invest in the world's largest cryptocurrency by market cap. The crypto community has been discussing the matter over the weekend, with many saying Microsoft will ultimately regret the decision if shareholders vote against the proposal. (IBTimes)
2. Inside Tether’s Vaults: 82,000 Bitcoin And 48 Tons Of Gold Safeguard USDT: Tether’s USDT is the world’s largest stablecoin, with a market cap nearing $100 billion. Tether’s CEO Paolo Ardoino finally broke the ice and disclosed that the company boasts more than 82,000 Bitcoins and 48 tons of gold to back its USDT in circulation. His company also boasts over $100 billion in US Treasuries backing its stablecoin (Bitcoinist) (AC-A oft-forgotten whale of BTC holdings.)
3. Bitcoin, Solana, & Litecoin Dominate $901 Crypto Inflows Before US Elections: The digital asset inflows last week reached a staggering $901 million with Bitcoin dominating a lion’s share of the total flows. BTC has turned out to be investors’ favorite this month in October ahead of the US Elections in November. Ethereum (ETH), on the other hand, has seen outflows, while altcoins like Solana and Litecoin grab the limelight. (CoinGape)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Futures Jump Ahead of Busy Earnings Week: US stock futures gained on Monday as investors look forward to the busiest week of the third quarter earnings season, with megacap tech firms like Apple, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Amazon and Alphabet scheduled to report this week. Investors also awaited key US economic data such as preliminary GDP, PCE price index and PMI reports. Moreover, easing geopolitical risks lifted market sentiment after Israel’s retaliatory strikes on Iran on Saturday avoided crude and nuclear facilities. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Chinese hackers collected audio from a Trump campaign adviser’s calls: The FBI and the US cybersecurity and infrastructure security agency confirmed they were investigating unauthorized access to commercial telecommunications infrastructure by people associated with China. The Trump campaign was also hacked earlier this year. The US justice department charged three members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps with the hack, accusing them of trying to disrupt the 5 November election. (Guardian)
-Technology and Science-
1. Tether and Coinbase Unveil Tools for Private AI and Autonomous Blockchain Agents: In separate announcements this week, Tether and Coinbase revealed AI-driven products poised to reshape how developers and users engage with blockchain technology. Tether’s CEO Paolo Ardoino presented the company’s Local AI development kit, which focuses on privacy and leveraging peer-to-peer (P2P) infrastructure. Meanwhile, Coinbase product programmer Lincoln Murr took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce Based Agent, a new platform for creating autonomous on-chain agents in under three minutes. (BitcoinCom)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 72/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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2024-10-25 12:34:03 UTC

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 867,289
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 25Oct24
Precedence: Routine (RR)
Controls: Public Release
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BLUF: NK Soldiers In Russia Spark Speculation / IDF Airstrikes in Beirut Kill Press Members / US To Evacuate Haiti Embassy / US Astronauts Finally Returned to Earth / Pennsylvania House Passes Bitcoin Bill / MSFT Shareholders Vote on BTC Holdings / NK Hackers Target Crypto Game / Saylor Backpedals a Bit / Solo Miner Hits Reward
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $68,088, 24.96 oz Gold, .16 Median US House
24hr Hi: $68,798 / Lo: $67,177
Vol: $31B (Down 9%)
Mkt Cap: $1.35T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 732 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 23 sats/vBtye (Up 214%)
Nodes: 19,399
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Kim Jong Un sending soldiers to Russia complicates Putin's BRICS summit: The North Korean forces are a small number so far, at least 3,000 the U.S. says, compared with the hundreds of thousands the West estimates have been killed in Ukraine on both sides. But it may allow Russia to reorganize and push forward, and if it works North Korea can send more. It has a million strong army. The war is effectively widening to include Asia. Which other leaders might decide to send their forces into the battlefield? (NBC)
2. Israel strikes Beirut suburbs, members of press team killed in Hasbaya hit: According to the report, the strike targeted the hotel where the press team stayed. The report came after Israel hit Beruit suburbs with airstrikes during the late hours of Thursday night. Israel has conducted strikes in the Beirut area throughout the week. The IDF struck several weapons storage and manufacturing facilities belonging to Hezbollah near the Beirut suburb of Dahieh. (JPost)
3. US to evacuate 20 embassy staff from Haiti following car attack and intensifying gang violence: Violence is intensifying in Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, this week, which saw a United Nations helicopter hit by gunfire and two gangs apparently target US embassy vehicles. A security source told CNN on Tuesday that two armored vehicles belonging to the US Embassy in Haiti were fired upon by the criminal groups “400 Mawozo” and “Chen Mechan.” No injuries were reported, but the US vehicles are believed to have been intentionally targeted. (CNN)
-US Events-
1. Police identify suspect arrested in 3 attacks on DNC offices in Arizona: Jeffrey Michael Kelly, 60, was also arrested for allegedly hanging suspicious bags of white power from political signs lined with razor blades in the nearby village of Ahwatukee, according to the Tempe Police Department. Kelly is charged with several felonies, including committing an act of terrorism, unlawful discharge of a firearm and shooting at a non-residential structure. He is also charged with criminal damage, a misdemeanor. ( CBS)
2. 4 astronauts return to Earth after being delayed by Boeing’s capsule trouble and Hurricane Milton: A SpaceX capsule carrying the crew parachuted before dawn into the Gulf of Mexico just off the Florida coast after undocking from the International Space Station mid-week. The three Americans and one Russian should have been back two months ago. But their homecoming was stalled by problems with Boeing’s new Starliner astronaut capsule, which came back empty in September because of safety concerns. Then Hurricane Milton interfered, followed by another two weeks of high wind and rough seas. (AP)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Bitcoin Bill Clears Major Hurdle in Pennsylvania: The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan bill that protects the rights of residents to self-custody bitcoin and use it as a payment method, while establishing tax guidelines for bitcoin transactions. The Bitcoin Rights bill, which passed 176-26, now moves to the state Senate, amid growing interest in digital assets as states take regulatory action. (BitcoinCom)
-Central Bank Digital Currencies/World Currencies-
NSTR
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Microsoft's Shareholders to Vote on BTC Investment as Board Members Advise Against: Microsoft's upcoming shareholders meeting on December 9 will include a vote on the proposal "Assessment of investing in Bitcoin," with the board advising against it. The filing also mentions that Microsoft's management already carefully considers this topic, and the company currently accepts Bitcoin from customers for online purchases. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Rebounds on Low Claims: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note trimmed its earlier decline to hover above the 4.23% mark on Thursday, not far from the three-month high of 4.25% from yesterday’s close as strong economic data added to growing bets that the Fed’s cutting cycle will be less aggressive than expected. Unemployment claims in the US declined sharply late in October to underscore a resilient labor market, and an increase in the S&P PMI extended the robust momentum of the private economic activity. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Incidents and Concerns-
1. Lazarus Group Unleashes Blockchain Game To Exploit Chrome And Steal Crypto: North Korean hackers used the fake game to steal more than $3 billion in cryptocurrency — an operation the group successfully conducted within a six-year period, from 2016 to 2022. The heist is the adverse consequence of Google’s failure to patch a vulnerability in the Chrome browser. (Bitcoinist)
-Technology and Science-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Michael Saylor Backpedals On Controversial Bitcoin Statement After Backlash: n a recent interview with journalist Madison Reidy, Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy, ignited significant controversy within the Bitcoin community over his remarks on custody and regulation. Addressing concerns about the risks of large amounts of BTC being held by third-party custodians and major institutions, Saylor argued against self-custody and downplayed fears of increased seizure or confiscation. The backlash from the BTC community was swift and intense, as Bitcoinist reported. Even Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin labeled Saylor’s statement as “batshit insane,” reflecting the strong disapproval from prominent figures in the crypto space. Via X, he clarified: “I support self-custody for those willing & able, the right to self-custody for all, and freedom to choose the form of custody & custodian for individuals & institutions globally. #Bitcoin benefits from all forms of investment by all types of entities, and should welcome everyone.” (Bitcoinist) (AC-Not an entirely convincing rebuttal, but the industry and plebs show some success in projecting some of their power.)
2. Individual Bitcoin Miner Wins Big With $222K Reward: Despite the increasing difficulty of mining Bitcoin, a solo miner recently earned 3.329 Bitcoin, valued at $222,438, yesterday by processing a block containing 3,285 transactions. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 71/100 (Down 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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