BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 920,100 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 21OCT2025 Precedence: Routine FNG (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Louvre jewel heist/ U.S. pushes to steady Gaza truce/ Mass power outage after strikes/ Ukrainian strikes/ Taipei’s national security chief criticizes Beijing/ National Guard case in Portland/ nuclear security furloughs/ Trump’s plan to import Argentine beef/ Coinbase — acquisition to expand/ U.S. Treasury yields sink/ Apple stock nears $4T valuation/ Dodo & iPrimus data breach update/ AWS outage resolved/ Epic v. Google injunction timing Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $108,591 25.53 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $111,748 / Lo: $107,444 Volume: $44.22 B Mkt Cap: $2.16 T HashRate: 1,230.03 EH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. France — Louvre jewel heist. On Sunday, Oct. 19, four thieves entered the Louvre’s Apollo Gallery via a second‑floor window around 9:30 a.m., smashed display cases, and stole eight pieces from France’s crown‑jewel collection; one crown was later found discarded outside with damage. The operation lasted roughly 7–10 minutes and the thieves escaped on motorbikes. The museum remained closed Monday and Tuesday while investigators pursued leads that include a motorcycle license plate; officials ordered security reviews at cultural sites. Ticketed visitors are being refunded, and the Louvre’s modernization plan continues. (AP) 2. Middle East — U.S. pushes to steady Gaza truce. U.S. envoys met Israel’s prime minister to keep a weeks‑old ceasefire plan on track after violence on Sunday. A Palestinian attack killed two Israeli soldiers, and subsequent Israeli strikes killed at least 28 people in Gaza, according to Reuters reporting. The Red Cross received the body of another hostage from Hamas. Washington is pressing parties to move to the next phase of a 20‑step plan while both sides accuse the other of violations.(Reuters) 3. Ukraine — Mass power outage after strikes. Russian attacks on energy infrastructure cut electricity to hundreds of thousands in Ukraine’s Chernihiv region. Officials said repairs were delayed due to the continuing threat of drones. The regional capital and northern districts lost all supply at one point. Water service was also affected. (Reuters) 4. Kazakhstan/Russia — Ukrainian strike disrupts energy flows. A Ukrainian drone attack on Russia’s Orenburg gas processing plant led the facility to halt intake from Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan’s Karachaganak oil‑and‑gas condensate field cut output by roughly 25–30% to about 25,000–28,000 metric tons per day. The field is operated by a consortium including Chevron, Shell, Eni, Lukoil and KazMunayGaz. Officials said some resumption was possible, but the timeline for full recovery was unclear. (Reuters) 5. Taiwan/China — Taipei’s national security chief criticizes Beijing. Taiwan’s top security official Joseph Wu said China is prioritizing expansion over addressing its domestic economic and social challenges. He referenced recent corruption purges and a large military parade as context. Wu said Taiwan will strengthen defenses and maintain the status quo while facing military and diplomatic pressure. The remarks were delivered at a forum in Taipei. (Reuters) -US Events- 1. Ninth Circuit — National Guard case in Portland. A divided panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals paused a lower‑court order that had blocked the federalization of Oregon National Guard troops. The ruling allows the administration’s plan to proceed while litigation continues. A separate order restricting deployment remains in effect for now. Oregon officials said they would continue to challenge the move. (AP) 2. U.S. government shutdown — nuclear security furloughs. The National Nuclear Security Administration began furloughing thousands of employees as the shutdown persisted, according to an internal memo obtained by AP. Impacts include Los Alamos, Lawrence Livermore and Sandia National Laboratories. Personnel supporting essential safety and security functions remain on duty. The move adds to the growing list of federal disruptions. (AP) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Trump’s plan to import Argentine beef angers U.S. farmers U.S. farmers criticized President Trump’s suggestion that the country may import more beef from Argentina to lower U.S. beef prices, after the U.S. already brokered a $20 billion currency-swap lifeline to Argentina. The remarks come at a time when the U.S. cattle herd is at its smallest since 1951 — roughly 86.7 million head — due to drought, high feed costs, and reduced import options from Mexico. (Reuters) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Coinbase — acquisition to expand on‑chain capital formation. Coinbase agreed to acquire crypto‑investing platform Echo in a roughly $375 million cash‑and‑stock deal, according to the Wall Street Journal. Echo facilitates private and public token sales and recently launched a product called Sonar. Coinbase said the purchase fits into its strategy to broaden services for blockchain‑based fundraising. The transaction would be at least Coinbase’s eighth acquisition of 2025 (Wall Street Journal) -Institutional Concerns- NSTR -Economic Indicators- 1. U.S. Treasury yields sink to lowest level since 2024 Yields on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note dropped to around 3.976%, marking their lowest level for the year and falling below the 4% threshold for the first time since April. The decline in yields was driven by rising investor concerns over the U.S. economy — including renewed trade tensions with China, bank credit worries, soft regional activity in manufacturing and services, and the ongoing government shutdown (Barron’s) 2. Apple stock nears $4T valuation. Apple shares rose about 4%, closing near $262.90 and lifting market capitalization to roughly $3.9 trillion. Counterpoint data cited by Reuters indicated the iPhone 17’s initial 10‑day sales were 14% higher than the iPhone 16 in the U.S. and China. Evercore ISI added Apple to its Tactical Outperform list. Earnings are scheduled for Oct. 30 (Reuters) -Security Concerns- 1. Australia — Dodo & iPrimus data breach update. Customer data for more than 13,000 accounts tied to Dodo and iPrimus was confirmed stolen after the compromise of a third‑party provider, the companies said. Exposed data includes personal details; investigations and notifications are ongoing. Call centers reported heavy volumes as more victims were identified. Regulators were notified as required (ACS Information Age) -Technology and Science- 1. Cloud infrastructure — AWS outage resolved. Amazon said a widespread outage affecting websites and services globally was resolved. The disruption impacted connectivity for many customers before restoration. Amazon did not immediately provide a detailed root cause in initial statements. Monitoring continued as services returned to normal. (Reuters) 2. Epic v. Google injunction timing. A U.S. district judge granted a one‑week extension, moving the effective date of parts of the injunction in Epic v. Google from Oct. 22 to Oct. 29. The order, issued by Judge James Donato, came at the joint request of both parties. The injunction would require Google to stop mandating Google Play Billing and to allow alternative billing and pricing. Google says it will comply with legal obligations while pursuing further appeals (The Verge) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 33/100 (up 11) Analyst Comments NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 919,503 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 17OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Trump Meets With Zelensky, Putin Next / Peru Declares State of Emergency / John Bolton Indicted / SOUTHCOM Admiral Retires Early / Bill to Fund Military Fails / Japan's Insider Trading Law May Catch On / CZ Says DATs Should Be Audited / Florida Bill Wants Bitcoin / Coinbase Goes Full Financial Platform / BTC ETFs Outflow Big / Gold Cap Size Over $30T / NK Using Blockchain to Hide Malware / New Push to Put Bitcoin on Signal App / Tether Gives to OpenSats / Steak N Shake Debuts Bitcoin Burger Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $105,906, 24.49 oz Gold, .25 Median US House 24hr Hi: $111,660 / Lo: $103,598 Volume: 112B (Up 51%) Mkt Cap: $2.1T (Down 5%) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 33%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Zelensky Pushes for Long-Range Missiles: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with U.S. President Trump at the White House yesterday to advocate for the provision of long-range missiles to counter Russian advances in eastern Ukraine. The discussions included detailed briefings on frontline positions, where Ukrainian forces reported holding key defensive lines despite intensified artillery barrages. No immediate commitments were announced, but U.S. officials indicated ongoing assessments of military aid packages. (BBC) 2.Trump Announces Meeting with Putin in Budapest After Phone Call Between Leaders: “President Putin and I will then meet in an agreed upon location, Budapest, Hungary, to see if we can bring this ‘inglorious’ War, between Russia and Ukraine, to an end,” he posted online. (Breitbart) 3. Peru To Impose State Of Emergency In Capital After Wave Of Violence: It comes after a man was shot dead by police on Wednesday and more than 100 people were injured after protests turned violent near the capital's Congress building. Peru has been rocked by protests for weeks, and lawmakers voted last week to impeach then-president Dina Boluarte, who critics blamed for a surge in crime and accused of corruption. (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. Former Adviser Bolton Indicted: Former National Security Adviser John Bolton was indicted yesterday for mishandling over 1,000 classified documents recovered from his residence. The charges stem from an FBI search two months prior, focusing on materials related to foreign policy briefings. Bolton's legal team entered a not guilty plea, with trial proceedings set to begin in early 2026. (NPR) 2. SOUTHCOM commander announces sudden retirement amid Trump drug war in Caribbean: The SOUTHCOM team has made lasting contributions to the defense of our nation, and will continue to do so,' ADM Holsey said in a statement. (Fox) 3. Bill to fund military during government shutdown fails in Senate procedural vote: The final vote was 50-44, with three Democrats joining most Republicans in voting “aye.” “Filibustering defense appropriations bill, which is a bill which, like I said, should get 80 plus votes on the floor, suggests a level of dysfunction on their side right now that I can’t explain,” Thune said. (CNBC) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. How Japan’s Crypto Insider Trading Ban Could Reshape Global Policy: The country's Financial Services Agency plans to empower its market watchdog, the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission, to police illicit crypto trades, in a shift that could reshape global standards for market integrity. Policy observers say the shift could accelerate global alignment on market integrity standards and create competitive convergence that could compel other jurisdictions to follow. (Decrypt) 2. CZ Calls for Crypto Treasury Audits: Binance founder CZ advocates for mandatory third-party crypto custodians and investor audits for Digital Asset Treasury firms. This follows a scandal involving a $100M Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana investment announcement. (CoinGecko) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Florida proposal puts bitcoin and ETFs on the menu for state and pension funds: Florida lawmakers have opened the 2026 legislative session with a bid to add bitcoin to the state’s toolkit. House Bill 183, filed in the Florida House, would allow the state’s CFO to invest up to 10% of money in specified public funds in “digital assets” and exchange-traded products. (TheBlock) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Coinbase Launches Stablecoin Payments Platform for Businesses: Coinbase is launching an all-in-one financial platform for small and medium businesses to receive crypto, manage assets, and earn up to 4.1% APY on USDC stablecoins. The platform includes instant settlements, QuickBooks and Xero integrations, and self-service onboarding with approval in as little as two days. (Decrypt) 2. Spot bitcoin ETFs see largest daily outflows since August, worth $536 million: Eight of the 12 bitcoin ETFs experienced outflows, led by $275.15 million exiting Ark & 21Shares' ARKB. Fidelity's FBTC followed with $132 million in outflows. (TheBlock) -Economic Indicators- 1. Gold Reaches $30T Market Milestone as Analysts Issue Doomsday Predictions: Gold has continued its relentless rise, reaching as high as $4,371 in early Friday morning in the COMEX December futures markets. With this price hike, gold becomes the first asset to reach a market capitalization of over $30 trillion. (BitcoinCom) 2. US Stock Futures Fall on Regional Banking Stress: US futures fell on Friday, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 contracts down over 1% and Dow Jones futures tumbling 350 points, as disappointing results and signs of credit stress at regional banks reignited concerns about US credit quality, sending global stocks sharply lower. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. North Korean hackers seen using blockchain to hide crypto-stealing malware: a Pyongyang-backed hacking group, tracked as UNC5342, deploying a method known as EtherHiding — a way of embedding malicious code inside smart contracts on decentralized networks such as Ethereum and BNB Smart Chain. The technique makes it harder to block or remove malware, since the code is stored on blockchain ledgers that cannot be taken offline or altered. The malicious code remains accessible as long as the blockchain itself is operational. (TheRecord) -Technology and Science- 1. Bitcoiners push to bring BTC payments to Signal as privacy meets crypto: Several Bitcoiners, including Jack Dorsey, have reinforced their push for the privacy-focused messaging app Signal to adopt Bitcoin through a new “Bitcoin for Signal” campaign, which aims to integrate Bitcoin with the Cashu protocol to enable payments within the app. However, several critics have noted that Bitcoin lacks privacy features integrated into its base layer, which may make it an unsuitable cryptocurrency to pair with a privacy-focused messenger app. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-Good debate over privacy and transparent platforms and their integration.) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Tether Donates $250K to OpenSats: Contribution to Bitcoin Ecosystems: The contribution to Bitcoin ecosystems and open-source projects around Bitcoin seems small, but it is indicative. In particular, this donation may strengthen grant programs and the operational resilience of the public-goods model. (BitcoinSensus) 2. Steak 'n Shake Debuts 'Bitcoin Steakburger' With BTC Logo Emblazoned on Bun: The burger rollout celebrates five months of the restaurant accepting BTC payments. Same-store sales have increased in each of the last two quarters, some of which the brand attributes to the Bitcoin community. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 22/100 (Down 6 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): You'll get more sats today for your fiat! Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 919,333 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 16OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Hamas Executes Rivals / Afghanistan, Pakistan Agree to Ceasefire / Syria, Russia Negotiate Relationship / Trump Admits CIA Ops in Venezuela / US Judge Halts Layoffs of Federal Workforce / ICE To Increase Deportations / SEC Chair Says Crypto is Welcome in USA / US DOJ Seizure of Bitcoin May Actually be Double / MARA Buys More / NK Hackers Target Blockchain Firms / Brain Peak May be Around 60 / Square Taking Bitcoin Payments Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,460, 26.21 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $112,294 / Lo: $109,721 Volume: 72B (Down 11%) Mkt Cap: $2.21T (Down 1%) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Down 25%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Video shows Hamas fighters executing Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel: In the wake of its peace deal with Israel, the terrorist group Hamas is back on the streets of the Gaza Strip in an attempt, it says, to restore law and order, as well as to send a message. "Hamas is killing them because they can," Israeli negotiator Baskin told CBS News. "Hamas is a criminal organization that has ruled the Palestinian people in Gaza for almost 20 years. This is not a democratic, liberal regime." (CBS) 2. Afghanistan and Pakistan agree ceasefire after trading their deadliest fire in years: The fighting followed strikes in the Afghan capital Kabul and the border province of Paktika last Thursday. Pakistan has faced a surge in Islamist violence since the Afghan Taliban swept Kabul in 2021. Islamabad has long accused Kabul of harboring the Pakistani Taliban militant group known as the TTP. (CNN) 3. Syria's Sharaa meets Putin in Moscow for first time since fall of Assad: Sharaa suggested he would continue to allow Russia access to its military bases in Syria. He was also expected to ask for the extradition of Assad, who was granted asylum after fleeing to Moscow. Russia wants continued access to its Tartous naval port and Hmeimim military airbase on Syria's Mediterranean coast. In turn, Sharaa wants help to consolidate his power in Syria, secure its borders and rescue a parlous economy with access to Russian energy and investment. (BBC) 4. Trump says he authorized CIA in Venezuela: "Why did you authorize the CIA to go into Venezuela?" a journalist asked. "I authorized for two reasons really," Trump said in a highly unusual acknowledgement from a US commander-in-chief about an intelligence organization whose activities are typically shrouded in secrecy. "Number one, they have emptied their prisons into the USA." He added: "And the other thing are drugs. We have a lot of drugs coming in from Venezuela, and a lot of the Venezuelan drugs come in through the sea, so you get to see that, but we're going to stop them by land also." (BBC) (AC-Very strange indeed for the POTUS to openly admit to using the CIA for an effort like this, which most likely has other purposes.) -US Events- 1. Judge blocks Trump from firing federal workers during government shutdown for now: On Wednesday, Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted a temporary restraining order pausing reductions-in-force at more than 30 federal agencies. At least seven agencies sent RIF notices to more than 4,000 federal employees, with nearly 800 erroneous Department of Health and Human Services notices and CDC reversals. (GroundNews) 2. DHS Vows Deportation Numbers Will Increase, Lays Out Detailed Plan: DHS Assistant Secretary McLaughlin said, “Congress has given us this funding…to be hiring more than 10,000 new ICE enforcement officers. I know about 5,000 have been hired. So, we are certainly on our way, but we expect those numbers to rise.” (Breitbart) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. SEC Chair Atkins charts pro-innovation path for crypto and tokenization regulation: "We want to make sure that we build a strong framework to actually attract people back into the United States who may have fled, but then also be able to build a framework that makes sense for the future, so that innovation can thrive," he said. (TheBlock) 2. Bitcoin mining pool’s ‘missing’ $2B BTC may soon form American 340k BTC reserve: Notably, these wallets were not listed among the 25 addresses in the US forfeiture filings, which document about 127,000 BTC the government wants seized. If the US government recovers the additional 16,237 BTC and the seized 127,000 BTC, its total Bitcoin holdings would rise to about 343,000 BTC. That amount would represent roughly 1.6% of the asset’s total supply. (CryptoSlate) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. The US Just Scored $14 Billion | 125,503 BTC in Bitcoin—Will It Go to a Strategic Reserve?: The U.S. seized $14.4 billion in Bitcoin from the alleged head of a global crypto scam network on Tuesday, in the DOJ’s largest-ever crypto seizure. Prosecutors are seeking to claim the funds through criminal forfeiture, raising questions about whether the Bitcoin will go to victims or be added to a national strategic Bitcoin reserve. Lawmakers like Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) are pushing to direct the funds into the reserve, while others warn restitution could take years. (Decrypt) (AC-There's even more, read the preceding article above.) -Institutional Concerns- 1. MARA Expands Bitcoin Reserves to $6 Billion | 53,796 BTC: Marathon Digital (MARA) acquired 400 BTC, worth $46 million, following a selloff. This increased its total Bitcoin holdings to $6 billion | 53,796 BTC. (CoinDoo) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Near 6-Month Low: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held around 4.02% on Thursday, hovering near its lowest levels since April amid pressure from escalating US-China trade tensions, the ongoing US government shutdown and bets on further Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. North Korean Hackers Upload 300 Malicious Code Packages Targeting Blockchain Firms: North Korean hackers have infiltrated the npm registry, uploading over 300 malicious code packages disguised as harmless software components. The campaign, named "Contagious Interview," targeted developers in blockchain and Web3 industries, aiming to steal sensitive data and cryptocurrency wallet keys. (Decrypt) -Technology and Science- 1. Study Reveals The Surprising Age at Which Your Brain Reaches Its Peak: Overall psychological functioning actually peaks between ages 55 and 60. This highlights why people in this age range may be at their best for complex problem-solving and leadership in the workforce. (ScienceAlert) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Compass Coffee Shop Debuts First-Ever Bitcoin Payment on Square Terminal in Washington, DC: The pilot launch, showcased during DC Fintech Week, was made possible through Square’s new Bitcoin payment integration. According to a Compass Coffee X post, the system worked seamlessly across multiple Bitcoin wallets, demonstrating the power of open payment standards and the Lightning Network. (BitcoinMag) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 28/100 (Down 6 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 919,192 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 15OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Money (Promises) Flows For Gaza Reconstruction / Another Venezuela Boat Torched / Russia Advances in Ukraine / Senate Tries to Free Budget Logjam / Faulty Wiring Cause for TN Explosion / 6 Visas Revoked For Cheering Kirk's Death / Roger Ver Pays Tax Bill / US Treasury Snags 127K Bitcoin From Scammers / Bill Seeks to Open 401Ks to Bitcoin / Public Company Bitcoin Treasuries Up 40% This Q / Mortgage Applications Down, Stocks Down / Disney Looks to Blockchain to Secure Tickets / Starship Racks Up Successes Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $112,112, 26.66 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $113,622 / Lo: $110,029 Volume: 82B (Up 5%) Mkt Cap: $2.23T (Even) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Gaza Reconstruction Aid Pledges: At the Sharm el-Sheikh summit on October 15, 2025, international donors pledged $25 billion for Gaza's reconstruction, with the U.S. committing $5 billion and Saudi Arabia $3 billion, focusing on infrastructure and housing. (AlJazeera) 2. Trump Announces 4th Lethal Strike on Narcoterrorist Vessel near Venezuela: The U.S. Department of War carried standing orders from the commander-in-chief and destroyed a boat off the coast of Venezuela in international waters. The strike killed “six male narcoterrorists aboard the vessel,” President Trump posted. (Breitbart) 3. Russia-Ukraine Frontline Advances: Russian forces captured three villages in eastern Ukraine on October 14, 2025, advancing 5 kilometers amid heavy artillery exchanges that destroyed key supply routes. (TheGuardian) -US Events- 1. Government Shutdown Resolution Efforts: Senate leaders proposed a bipartisan bill yesterday to end the 15-day shutdown by funding agencies through December and delaying controversial cuts. The measure includes $2 billion for border security but excludes CDC restructuring demanded by the White House. Votes are scheduled for later today, with 60 senators needed for passage. (CNN) 2. Tennessee Plant Explosion Probe: Federal investigators identified faulty wiring as the cause of the Tennessee munitions plant blast that killed 18, ruling out sabotage after forensic analysis. The facility, which produces TNT for the military, had failed two safety inspections in 2024. (Fox) 3. State Department Revokes Visas Of 6 Foreigners Who Cheered Charlie Kirk's Death: “The United States has no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans,” the State Department posted on X on Oct. 14. “The State Department continues to identify visa holders who celebrated the heinous assassination of Charlie Kirk.” (Zerohedge) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Roger Ver Pays $50M To Resolve U.S. Tax Dispute: Ver admitted willfully failing to report Bitcoin holdings during his 2014 expatriation from the U.S.. The resolution comes after years of scrutiny over his failure to report Bitcoin assets following his expatriation. (Blockonomi) 2. U.S. Treasury Confirms Largest Crypto Forfeiture in History: The U.S. Government has confirmed control over 127,271 Bitcoin linked to Chen Zhi, chairman of Cambodia-based “Prince Holding Group”. According to the report, the group allegedly operated scam compounds across Southeast Asia, where trafficked workers were forced to run scams targeting U.S. citizens. (BitcoinSensus) 3. Bitcoin in 401Ks? Republican Bill Seeks to Turn Trump's Order Into Law: A bill introduced by Rep. Troy Downing aims to turn President Trump's executive order on crypto and 401(k)s into federal law. The bill, named the Retirement Investment Choice Act, seeks to provide Americans with access to alternative assets like cryptocurrencies for retirement savings. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Public Companies Significantly Boost Bitcoin Holdings in Q3: A significant number of public companies have increased their Bitcoin holdings by nearly 40% in the third quarter of this year, collectively owning over 1.02 million Bitcoin valued at approximately $117 billion. (Decrypt) -Economic Indicators- 1. US Mortgage Applications Fall for 3rd Week: Mortgage applications in the US fell 1.8% in the week ending October 10, 2025, marking the third consecutive declines in mortgage demand. Applications to refinance a home loan decreased 1% and those to buy a home dropped 2.7%. (TradingEconomics) 2. S&P 500, Nasdaq Close Lower: Wall Street experienced a volatile session on Tuesday as investors balanced mostly positive bank earnings, Federal Reserve comments, and ongoing US-China trade tensions. The S&P 500 was unable to sustain its rebound and closed down 0.2%, while the Nasdaq fell 0.8%. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- 1. Disney Ventures into Blockchain Tech to Safeguard Ticket Sales: In a bid to enhance consumer protection and fortify its ticket sales against fraud, Disney has applied for a patent that utilizes blockchain technology. This move comes in response to the recurring issue of individuals falling victim to ticket scams, purchasing what appears to be discounted passes to Orlando theme parks, only to discover they’ve been deceived. (CoinTrust) 2. Starship Flight 11 achieves new milestones in return, re-entry and landing performance: Launched from Starbase, Texas, the flight saw both the Super Heavy booster and Starship upper stage complete critical test objectives, including controlled descent and landing burns — milestones that move SpaceX closer to fully reusable orbital operations. (SpaceandDefense) -Bitcoin Community- NSTR -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 34/100 (Down 4) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 919,031 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 14OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Hostages, Prisoners Released as Trump Signs Ceasefire Deal / Madagascar President Flees / Trump Eyes New Peace Deal in Cambodia-Thailand / USG Shutdown Continues / VA Governor's Race Tight / FBI Investigation into Antifa Widens / Bhutan Goes With ETH to Decentralize Digital ID / CA Law to Protect 'Abandoned' Crypto / USG Moves Bitcoin / Major Banks Organize to Custody Crypto / Metaplant Worth Less Than Bitcoin Holdings / UST Yields Down, Small Business Optimism Down, Stocks Up / Weekend Crash May Have Drove Influencer Over the Edge / Satellites Leaking Key Data / Canaan Using Gas for Mining in Canada / Musk Posts on Bitcoin Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,224, 26.97 oz Gold, .26 Median US House 24hr Hi: $116,020 / Lo: $110,187 Volume: 78B (Down 18%) Mkt Cap: $2.21T (Down 3%) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Up 100%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Israeli hostages and Palestinian detainees released as mediators sign Trump’s Gaza ceasefire deal: The signing came after Hamas returned the 20 remaining living hostages in Gaza to Israel and handed over the remains of four dead hostages. 250 Palestinian prisoners and over 1,700 detainees from Gaza, held by Israel for two years without charge, have now been released. The freed hostages tearfully reunited with their families in hospitals across Israel, while released Palestinian prisoners embraced relatives in the West Bank and detainees arrived in buses to large crowds in Gaza. (CNN) 2. Madagascar president says he fled country in fear for his life: The 51-year-old has faced weeks of gen Z-led anti-government protests, which reached a pivotal point on Saturday when an elite military unit joined the protests and called for the president and other ministers to step down. That prompted Rajoelina to say that an illegal attempt to seize power was under way in the Indian Ocean island and to leave the country. (TheGuardian) 3. Trump 'looking forward' to Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire deal at ASEAN summit, Malaysia says: The 47th ASEAN Summit will occur from October 26 to 28 in Kuala Lumpur, gathering leaders from 10 Southeast Asian nations and other partners. Trump will oversee a formal peace deal between Cambodia and Thailand at the ASEAN summit. (GroundNews) -US Events- 1. The U.S. federal government shutdown reached its 14th day, with Senate votes on funding bills failing and lawmakers preparing for an extended impasse. Impacts included delays at major airports like O'Hare and Nashville due to air traffic control shortages, and closures of national museums and parks. House and Senate leaders reported no progress in negotiations with the White House. (USAToday) 2. Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger in Dead Heat in Virginia Governor’s Race: Abigail Spanberger, the Democrat nominee for governor in Virginia, is narrowly leading current Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, the Republican nominee for governor in Virginia, according to a recent poll. (Breitbart) 3. FBI Launches Multi-Agency Probe into Antifa Structure, Violence, and Funding: Agencies including the Treasury Department and ICE are collaborating to trace financial networks linked to donors such as the Tides Foundation and Open Society Foundations. Journalists like Glenn Beck and Nick Sortor report direct FBI contacts as part of efforts to dismantle the network. (X) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Bhutan to Anchor National Digital ID on Ethereum by Early 2026: The transition enables the NDI platform to issue verifiable credentials and link decentralized identifiers to Ethereum’s validator network. Citizens will be able to cryptographically prove attributes such as age, residency, or citizenship without relying on centralized databases. The system’s full migration is scheduled for completion by early 2026. (Decrypt) 2. California Governor Newsom Signs Law Safeguarding Unclaimed Crypto Assets From Forced Liquidation: Newsom has signed legislation to protect unclaimed crypto, preventing forced liquidation and ensuring assets remain intact before transferring to state custody. The bill updates the Unclaimed Property Law to include digital financial assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. US government moves 668 Bitcoin to new wallet: The move could represent part of ongoing federal crypto asset operations, as the government has integrated Bitcoin into national strategy through recent policy orders supporting digital assets across the economy. (CryptoBreifing) (AC: In other words, 'no ideas why'.) -Institutional Concerns- 1. Citi Gears Up to Roll Out Crypto Custody Services in 2026: Citi is reportedly developing a crypto custody service, aiming to offer it to asset managers and clients in the next few quarters. Major banks like JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley are also expanding their digital asset services, while a group of top banks is exploring stablecoin development. (Decrypt) 2. Metaplanet’s enterprise value dips below Bitcoin holdings for first time: Metaplanet's mNAV — a multiple that expresses enterprise value relative to the net asset value of its bitcoin holdings — fell to 0.99 on Tuesday for the first time. (TheBlock) -Economic Indicators- 1. Treasury Yields Fall to April-Lows: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note fell 5bps to 4% on Tuesday, while the 30-year yield dropped below 4.6%, its lowest level since April. (TradingEconomics) 2. US Small Business Optimism Below Forecasts: The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index in the US fell for the first time in three months to 98.8 in September 2025 from 100.8 in August and well below forecasts of 100.5. The reading signalled a decline in optimism among small business owners, with supply chain disruptions and inflation emerging as the main concerns. (TradingEconomics) 3. Wall Street Rallies as Trump Eases US-China Trade Fears: US Stocks main indexes closed sharply higher on Monday, rebounding from Friday’s steep sell-off after President Trump struck a softer tone on US-China trade tensions, assuring that relations with Beijing “will all be fine.” The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 climbed 1.6% and 2.2%, respectively, while Dow Jones jumped 588 points. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Did Trump's 100% Tariff on Chinese Goods Drive a Man to Suicide? Crypto Influencer Found Dead in His Car: In tandem with one of the major crypto market crashes in recent times, a popular Ukrainian crypto investor and influencer, Konstantin Galich, supposedly took his own life inside his Lamborghini Urus in the Obolonskyi district of Kyiv. The death of Galich, better known as Kostya Kudo, has shocked the crypto community. He founded the Cryptology Key trading academy and was an active influencer in digital asset markets with thousands of followers on Instagram. (IBTimes) (AC-Stay humble and stack sats.) 2. Satellites are leaking your data worse than coffee shop WiFi: A team of six academics stated in a paper published on Monday that a “shockingly large amount of sensitive traffic” is being broadcast unencrypted across the satellite network in plaintext. This includes cellular communication encryption keys, citizens’ SMS and even traffic for military systems and critical infrastructure. (CoinTelegaph) (AC-Use a VPN to protect your data.) -Technology and Science- 1. SpaceX conducted the 11th test flight of its Starship megarocket from Texas on October 13, 2025, achieving key milestones including a full-duration burn and controlled landing attempt. The mission tested upgrades to the V2 prototype following prior failures, with data collected for future Mars missions. (CNN) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Bitcoin Mining Hardware Maker Canaan Launches Gas-to-Computing Pilot in Calgary: Canaan Inc. announced the launch of a gas-to-computing pilot in Calgary, Alberta, that converts wellhead natural gas into low-cost power for high-density computing — a neat way to turn waste into watts. (BitcoinCom) 2. Elon Musk Endorses Bitcoin Again After Years Amid Crypto Bloodbath: Elon Musk said, “Bitcoin is based on energy: You can issue fake fiat currency, and every government in history has done so, but it is impossible to fake energy.” He posted in response to zerohedge’s X post on rising gold, silver, and Bitcoin prices amid the “debasement trade” to fund the AI arms race. (Coingape) (AC-Not really an 'endorsement', but a grounded assertion.) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 38/100 (Even) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 918,862 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: All Israeli Hostages Freed / Russia Testing New 'Strategic' Weapon / China Rare Earth Move Results in US Tariffs / Explosion at Tennessee Plant Kills 16 / JPMorgan to Invest $1.5T in USA / Pentagon Pulls R&D Money to Pay Troops / Will Trump Pardon Binance CEO Zhao? / Uganda Testing CBDC / MARA Buys the Dip / Trump One of the Biggest Bitcoin Holders / Stocks Ready to Soar Today / Bitcoin Core V30 Launched / Steak N Shake Drops ETH Poll, BTC only / New Bitcoin Retirement Calculator Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $114,418, 28.04 oz Gold, .27 Median US House 24hr Hi: $115,955 / Lo: $111,340 Volume: 94B (Up 36%) Mkt Cap: $2.28T (Up 2%) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 66%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Hostage Release: All 20 surviving Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza were released and transferred to Israeli custody on October 13, 2025, marking a major step in a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal after two years of conflict. Hamas deployed fighters during the handover process in a display of strength, while the Israeli military confirmed receipt of the hostages through the Red Cross. U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Israel to address the Knesset amid the developments. (Reuters) 2. Putin Says Russia is Testing New Strategic Weapon: "If Putin announced a new weapon, it means that this weapon will be of strategic purpose, but probably more selective and more destructive. I think that NATO command posts, wherever they are, especially in Finland, 300 km from the border with Russia, anywhere in the world, cannot hide. Where it will be located, no one knows. I think it will be more powerful than the Hazel. If Putin speaks, then it already exists." Kolesnik, State Duma deputy. (GroundNews) 3. Here's Why Beijing's Rare-Earth Rules Triggered Trump's Tariff Move: China is asserting control not just over raw extraction but over the flow of critical inputs into advanced tech supply chains. The Trump administration views Beijing's recent moves as a direct assault on U.S. industrial and defense capabilities. Trump has decided to impose an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods, set to take effect Nov.1 in response. (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. 16 people died in a blast at a Tennessee explosives factory early Friday and there are no survivors: On Friday, a blast at the Accurate Energetic Systems plant in Bucksnort, Tennessee, left 19 workers unaccounted for. Rescue crews and the Hickman County Emergency Management Agency continue searching while local roads and the plant perimeter remain closed. (GroundNews) 2. JPMorgan unveils $1.5 trillion plan to boost investments in US strategic industries: JPMorgan plans $1.5 trillion over 10 years targeting energy, defense, manufacturing, and advanced tech to reduce reliance on foreign sources, CEO Jamie Dimon said. (GroundNews) (AC-This is a big number.) 3. Pentagon preparing to pull $8 billion from ‘unobligated’ R&D coffers to pay troops: The unusual move comes nearly two weeks into the government shutdown, prompting DoD to begin furloughing some its civilian workforce. Those in uniform, however, have been required to continue working without a paycheck. (BreakingDefense) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Trump White House Could Soon Pardon Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao: People close to Changpeng Zhao say the Trump White House is reportedly considering a presidential pardon for the former Binance CEO, who served time and paid $4.3 billion in fines after a 2023 money-laundering conviction. (BitcoinMag/Fox) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Uganda to Pilot CBDC Backed by Treasury Bonds and Mobile Access: Global Settlement Network (GSN) has partnered with Diacente Group to launch a $5.5 billion tokenized economy in Uganda’s Karamoja region. (BitcoinCom) -Institutional Concerns- 1. MARA Holdings Buys $46 Million | 403 BTC in Bitcoin Post-Crypto Market Tumble: Analysts say the acquisition points to the firm’s confidence that Bitcoin has "more room to run" as Trump softens tariff rhetoric and global monetary easing remains on the table. (Decrypt) 2. Trump Holds $870M | 7,084 BTC in Bitcoin, Forbes Reports: Forbes reported Donald Trump holds approximately US$870 million in Bitcoin. This positions him as one of the largest BTC investors in the United States. (CoinGecko) -Economic Indicators- 1. Bitcoin Price Crashes to $108,000 As Trump To Impose 100% Tariffs on China: Bitcoin price dumped as a result of the news, dumping from roughly $117,000 in early afternoon to below $108,000. (BitcoinMag) 2. US Futures Rally Strongly: US stock futures climbed sharply on Monday, with contracts on the S&P 500 up 1.3%, the Nasdaq 100 surging 1.9%, and the Dow Jones rising more than 400 points, rebounding from Friday’s steep losses that marked the S&P’s biggest one-day drop since April.(TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- 1. Bitcoin Core v30 Update Launches: Bitcoin Core released its v30 update, featuring a controversial increase to the OP_RETURN data limit. The community is split regarding this significant change. (CoinGecko) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Steak ’n Shake Suspends ETH Poll, Declares Allegiance to Bitcoin; Vitalik Buterin Backs Decision: Steak ’n Shake halted an X poll asking whether it should accept ETH payments after a wave of criticism from Bitcoin maximalists, posting: “Poll suspended. Our allegiance is with Bitcoiners. You have spoken. Who even allowed this? I’m back at my desk. — Steaktoshi.” (BitcoinCom) 2. How much Bitcoin will you need to retire? This new calculator will tell you: CryptoSlate’s Bitcoin Retirement Calculator turns a complex question into a practical plan. Plug in your age, target spending, and BTC stack, then compare Base, Bull, and Bear outcomes shaped by real macro and policy factors. Link: https://cryptoslate.com/bitcoin-retirement-calculator/ (AC-Not financial advice.) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 38/100 (Down 24 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: npub1qktts9naunvjdwsktq5xjdhwh539xt4x0mqj4yxq0q9dvm03ljvs6sms0r Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 918,443 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 10OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Gaza Ceasefire Begins / Peru Congress Ousts President / Venezuela Opposition Leader Wins Nobel Peace Prize / USG Shutdown Effects Take Hold / Palisades Arson Suspect Burned Bible / NDAA Advances in Congress / Push for Tax Exemption for Bitcoin Purchases / Luxembourg Invests in Bitcoin / Study Says Institutional Bitcoin Investment to Double / Stocks Quiet / YouTube May Give Second Chances / Roger Ver Reaches DOJ Settlement / Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $121,531, 30.50 oz Gold, .28 Median US House 24hr Hi: $123,739 / Lo: $119,812 Volume: 74B (Up 24%) Mkt Cap: $2.42T (Down 1%) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 200%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Israeli military says Gaza ceasefire is now in effect: The Israeli military said a ceasefire is now in effect in Gaza, as its forces pull back in accordance with the deal approved by the government overnight. The US is sending 200 troops to the Middle East to monitor the plan’s implementation alongside soldiers from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and the UAE. Hamas said a “formal declaration” ending the war must be made before hostages are released. (CNN) 2. Peru Congress ousts president, successor vows 'war on crime': Peru's lawmakers swore in Congress chief Jose Jeri as the country's new president less than an hour after unanimously voting to remove President Dina Boluarte, as anger mounted over rising crime and accusations of corruption. (Reuters) 3. Venezuela Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize: Machado, who has lived in hiding for the past year, was honoured "for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy," (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. Ongoing Government Shutdown Impacts: The US federal government shutdown entered its second week, with no resolution in sight amid congressional deadlock over funding and Obamacare subsidies. Military families face potential missed paychecks on October 15, while food safety inspections have been relaxed due to labor shortages, allowing temporary hiring of non-veterinarians. Essential services like TSA screenings continue but with delays, and national parks remain open using state funds in some areas. (CNN) 2. Palisades Arson Suspect Felt ‘Liberated,’ ‘Amazing’ After Burning Bible Prior to Destructive Blaze: Investigators allege that Rinderknecht disclosed to a family member that he had burned a bible months before he allegedly ignited the deadly fire. He also allegedly disclosed this information with ChatGPT. He also ranted on Facebook about a coming eco-apocalypse while mocking President Trump and encouraging people to become vegans. (Breitbart) 3. Senate advances 2026 defense bill after weeks of delay as shutdown drags on: "In this time, when we can't seem to muster up a 60-vote majority to keep us in business as a federal government, we were able to pass the National Defense Authorization Act by a vote of 26-to-1," Senate Chairman Wicker said. (Fox) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Dorsey, Lummis Push for Bitcoin Tax Relief as Block Expands BTC Payments: Block founder Jack Dorsey tweeted a call for a de minimis tax exemption on everyday Bitcoin transactions, prompting Sen. Cynthia Lummis to reply she's "Working on it." (Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Luxembourg Sovereign Wealth Fund Invests in Bitcoin: Luxembourg became the first European nation to invest in Bitcoin, allocating 1% of its $811 million sovereign wealth fund to BTC ETFs. (Decrypt) 2. Institutions Plan to Double Bitcoin And Crypto Exposure by 2028, State Street Research Finds: nstitutions are expected to double their digital asset portfolio exposure from 7% to 16% within three years, according to new research from State Street. (BItcoinMag) -Economic Indicators- 1. S&P 500, Nasdaq Pull Back from Record Highs: US stocks pulled back on Thursday as investors paused to digest optimism around AI, interest-rate cuts, and the ongoing government shutdown. The S&P 500 lost 0.3%, the Nasdaq 100 down 0.1%, retreating from record highs reached in the prior session, and the Dow Jones fell 243 points. (TradingEconomics) 2. US 30-Year Mortgage Rates Move Down: The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage decreased to 6.30% as of October 9, 2025, down from 6.34% in the previous week. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- NSTR -Technology and Science- 1. YouTube's Second Chance: Banned Creators May Apply Under New Program to Create New Accounts: It is being emphasized that only select creators would be given a second chance via an option to request a new channel after logging into their YouTube Studio accounts on desktop. (TechTimes) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Roger Ver and DOJ reach tentative $48M tax settlement deal: Prosecutors alleged that Ver concealed ownership of large Bitcoin holdings from the IRS while living abroad, thereby depriving the U.S. government of tens of millions of dollars in tax revenue. Ver would pay roughly the same $48 million amount to the US government. If he agrees to the settlement’s terms, the Justice Department could move to drop the criminal charges. (CryptoSlate) 2. Bitcoin Dominates Criminal Crypto Wallets: Chainalysis reports public criminal crypto wallets now hold $75 billion. Bitcoin accounts for 75% of these illicit balances stored long-term. (CoinGecko) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 62/100 (Down 8 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): It's one of those days that seems kind of quiet. Enjoy the weekend! Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 918,311 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Israel, Hamas Agree on Phase 1 of Ceasefire / Venezuela, US Tensions High / Half of IRS on Furlough / Man Arrested Over Palisades Fire / SECDEF Fires Navy Chief of Staff / EU May Oversee Crypto Firms / Square Makes Bitcoin Acceptance Fees Zero / Life Insurer Using Bitcoin for Risk Mitigation / Stocks at Record Highs / New Wrench Attack in Tel Aviv / Discord Hack Exposes Millions of Government IDs / Polymarket Founder Youngest Self-Made Billionaire / Bitcoin Futurists to Meet in Dubai Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $123.082, 30.47 oz Gold, .29 Median US House 24hr Hi: $124,167 / Lo: $121,191 Volume: 59B (Down 28%) Mkt Cap: $2.45T (Even) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 66%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Israel and Hamas agree to first phase of Gaza ceasefire plan: Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a US-brokered ceasefire plan that will allow for the release of all hostages in Gaza, Israeli withdrawal to an agreed point, and the release of some Palestinian prisoners. Trump said the hostages are likely to be released on Monday. His announcement did not address some sticking points in the proposal, including Hamas disarmament and governance of Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will convene his government today to vote on the agreement.(CNN) 2. Venezuelan Defense Minister Says U.S. Might Send Special Forces To Carry Out Targeted Assassinations: "There are many ways to attack and disturb us, not just through a military attack from the Caribbean but also the entry of special forces to carry out disruptive actions, including sabotaging the electrical and gas systems, train tracks, targeted assassinations," Padrino Lopez said during a televised address. (IBTimes) -US Events- 1. IRS furloughs nearly half of its workforce due to government shutdown: Taxpayers filing extension returns will face harder access to assistance as IRS supervisors and furloughed employees received up to four hours to close out work. (GroundNews) 2. Man Arrested in Connection with Start of Deadly Pacific Palisades Fire: Justice department officials announced at a news conference that Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, of Melbourne, Florida, had been detained. The fire was sparked on 7 January near a popular hiking trail overlooking the wealthy coastal neighborhood. The blaze became the most destructive inferno in Los Angeles history. (Breitbart) 3. Hegseth fires Navy chief of staff: “Jon Harrison will no longer serve as the Chief of Staff of the Secretary of the Navy. We are grateful for his service to the Department,” An official, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to the press, said Harrison had attempted to limit the role of the undersecretary, Navy veteran Cao, and had reassigned aides meant to help Cao in his new role. (MilitaryTimes) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Bank of France Proposes EU Oversight of Major Crypto Firms: The Bank of France has recommended that the European Securities and Markets Authority directly supervise major crypto firms to ensure consistent standards across the EU. This proposal comes as crypto companies expand their presence in Europe.(Decrypt) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- NSTR -Institutional Concerns- 1. Jack Dorsey's Company Block Launches Bitcoin Payment and Wallet for Small Businesses Using Square: Block, Jack Dorsey's company, introduces a new Bitcoin payment and crypto wallet for small businesses using Square's point-of-sale system. Merchants can convert received money into BTC with zero fees and access the wallet, with the ability to accept and convert up to 50% of daily sales revenue into Bitcoin starting November 10. (Decrypt) 2. Meanwhile, Bitcoin Life Insurer, Secures $82M to Meet Soaring Demand for Inflation-Proof Savings: Funding will accelerate global access to BTC-denominated life insurance, annuities, savings and insurance bonds through institutional partners, protecting policyholders worldwide from inflation and currency risk. (CryptoSlate) (AC- It was only a matter of time before other financial derivatives latched onto Bitcoin's scarcity.) -Economic Indicators- 1. S&P 500, Nasdaq Push to Fresh Record Highs: US stocks extended their records on Wednesday, as technology shares led gains and investors parsed the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes for policy clues amid a prolonged government shutdown. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6%, while the Nasdaq advanced 1.1%, buoyed by strength in AI-linked megacaps and chipmakers, while the Dow finished flat. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Two Indicted in Tel Aviv Over $600,000 ‘Wrench Attack’ on Bitcoin Trader: A Herzliya crypto trader was reportedly stabbed twice and robbed of nearly $600,000 in crypto after three assailants ambushed him in his apartment building. The attack lasted over an hour, with captors allegedly threatening his family and cleaning the crime scene with disinfectant before fleeing with Bitcoin, USDT, and a $50,000 Rolex. A security expert reported 52 such "wrench attacks" globally in 2025, averaging one per week. (Decrypt) 2. Discord Claims 70,000 Government IDs May Have Been Compromised in Recent Breach: Discord said that the other information that could have been compromised includes users' names, their Discord usernames, email, and other contact information they shared with customer service providers. A updated report said that as many as 2.1 million government IDs, like driver's licenses and/or passports, may have been leaked in the latest attack, and this figure is far from what Discord initially reported. (TechTimes) -Technology and Science- 1. Polymarket Founder Shayne Coplan Becomes Youngest Self‑Made Billionaire: Coplan, the 26‑year‑old entrepreneur who launched the blockchain‑based prediction market in 2020, has been reported by multiple outlets as reaching billionaire status, making him one of the youngest individuals to attain that net worth through crypto and startup equity. (BItcoinCom) -Bitcoin Community- 1. The Bitcoin 2140 Forum comes to Dubai Knowledge Park, powered by bepay money, the global cross-border payment platform. With its 100% Bitcoin-focused agenda, the forum positions itself as the premier institutional platform for Bitcoin’s evolution, sustainability, and adoption. Dubai’s emergence as a global hub for Bitcoin and Web3, supported by progressive regulations and substantial capital inflows, makes it the ideal venue for this milestone gathering. (BlockchainReporter) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Up 10 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report

BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB) Block: 918,184 DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 08OCT2025 Precedence: Routine (RR) Controls: Public Release QQQQ __________________________ BLUF: Gaza Talks Continue / Assassination Attempt on Ecuador President / US Shutdown Day 7, No Progress / Chicago Mayor Says ICE Should be Arrested / Comey Arraignment Today / Texas Guard Arrives in Chicago / Swedes May Exempt Bitcoin Taxes / New Platform Bring Bitcoin Standard to EU / SpaceX Trims Bitcoin Holdings / S&P Launches Digital Asset Index / Bitcoin on Exchanges Running Low / UST Yields Drop, Sentiment Low / EU Want Apple Data Backdoor, Crypto Keys at Risk / New Hackathon Seeks Bitcoin Apps / Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $122,660, 30.39 oz Gold, .28 Median US House 24hr Hi: $125,194 / Lo: $120,681 Volume: 82B (Up 22%) Mkt Cap: $2.44T (Dow 1.5%) HashRate: 1 ZH/s Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 50%) ---Reports--- -International Events- 1. Gaza ceasefire talks resume as Israel intercepts another aid flotilla: Negotiations to finalize a deal based on US President Donald Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan are expected to continue for a third day in Egypt. A source said Israel and Hamas have made “progress.” Meanwhile, days after Israel detained dozens of activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla, another fleet of Gaza-bound aid ships carrying journalists, activists and medical professionals has been intercepted by Israeli authorities, organizers said. (CNN) 2. Five arrested after alleged ‘assassination attempt’ on Ecuador President Noboa: Noboa’s car was surrounded by a group of around 500 people throwing rocks as he traveled in a convoy to Cañar province, where he was scheduled to announce a set of infrastructure projects. Signs of bullet damage were later found on the car, according to the minister, but Noboa was not hurt in the attack. (CNN) -US Events- 1. Government Shutdown Enters Seventh Day with Back Pay in Question: The US federal government shutdown continued as Congress failed to pass funding legislation, impacting essential services and furloughing workers. President Trump indicated that back pay for furloughed employees depends on individual circumstances, with the White House considering denying it to some. Airport delays spread nationwide due to staffing shortages from the impasse. (Reuters) 2. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Calls for Arrests of ICE Officers: Chicago’s Democrat Mayor Brandon Johnson suggested on Tuesday that the Chicago Police should arrest ICE agents and other federal officers who he claims are breaking his new executive order aimed at hampering immigration enforcement. (Breitbart) (AC-This conflict between city, state control vs. federal control is expanding at a dangerous pace.) 3. Ex-FBI Director James Comey to be arraigned after Trump called for his prosecution: Comey is expected to be presented with the charges and plead not guilty at Wednesday’s hearing, which begins at 10 a.m. (NBC) 4. Texas national guard troops arrive in Chicago amid Trump’s crackdown: Chicago has already seen a ramping up of immigration enforcement in the past few weeks, as well as increasingly violent altercations in the suburb of Broadview, where law enforcement has been filmed deploying tear gas and pepper gas against protestors. The White House accused the Chicago mayor of “aiding and abetting criminal illegal immigrant killers, rapists, traffickers, and gang bangers”. (TheGuardian) -Regulatory and Legal- 1. Sweden Proposes Bitcoin Tax Exemption: A Swedish MP proposed exempting Bitcoin transactions used for everyday payments from capital gains tax. This aims to simplify crypto use. (CoinGecko) -CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves- 1. Europeans Can Now Live On The Bitcoin Standard With Bringin: Estonian-based Bringin has launched its full Bitcoin financial services platform after successful beta testing. The platform offers eurozone users a comprehensive solution to save, store, send, receive, and spend Bitcoin in one simple app, allowing them to 'live the standard.' (BitcoinMag) (AC-Look for more of this type of offer in the marketplace, as living on a Bitcoin standard is currently not simple for the average person.) -Institutional Concerns- 1. SpaceX Slashes Bitcoin Holdings, Maintains $1 Billion | 8,135 BTC Crypto Reserve: The aerospace manufacturer reduced its reserves from a 2021 peak of 28,000 BTC to the current 8,285 BTC. (Blockonomi) 2. S&P Dow Jones Indices to Unveil S&P Digital Markets 50 Index Tracking Cryptocurrencies, Digital Asset-focused Companies: S&P Dow Jones Indices will introduce the S&P Digital Markets 50 Index, tracking 35 companies and 15 cryptocurrencies in the digital asset space. The index aims to provide market participants with consistent tools to evaluate and gain exposure to the evolving industry. (Decrypt) 3. 114,000 BTC withdrawn from exchanges in 2 weeks: exchange reserves have fallen to 2.45 million BTC, their lowest level since 2017 according to CryptoQuant. And this, while bitcoin has broken new heights beyond $125,000. (CoinTribune) (AC-A key indicator of smart money pulling BTC off the exchanges.) -Economic Indicators- 1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Decline: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note fell to 4.1% on Wednesday after slipping about 4 basis points in the previous session, as growing concerns about the economic impact of the ongoing US government shutdown and global uncertainties lifted demand for safe-haven assets. (TradingEconomics) 2. US Economic Sentiment at 5-Month Low: The RealClearMarkets/TIPP Economic Optimism Index for the US fell to 48.3 in October 2025, its lowest reading since May and below market expectations of 49.3. This marks the second consecutive month the index has remained below the neutral 50 mark, signaling ongoing consumer pessimism. (TradingEconomics) -Security Concerns- 1. Will Apple give governments Bitcoin private key backups via $80M iCloud backdoor?: The United Kingdom is weighing measures that could compel Apple to provide access to some iCloud data, raising a precise question for crypto users who keep wallets on iPhones and Macs. Users frequently produce screenshots of seed phrases and store them in Photos, jot down recovery words in Notes, or leave wallet app data inside a device backup. (CryptoSlate) (AC-DO NOT EVER LET YOUR KEYS TOUCH THE DIGITAL WORLD! Don't take pics of them, put them in notes, or even electronic password keepers.) -Technology and Science- 1. Breez, Lightspark, and Tether Launch Time2Build, Global Hackathon with $25K | 0.2 BTC In Prizes to Boost Open-Source Bitcoin Integrations: This ambitious hackathon looks to create sustainable adoption of peer-to-peer money in applications used by millions. Eligible projects must use free and open-source software (FOSS) licenses, have active communities, and serve real-world users. (BitcoinMag) -Bitcoin Community- 1. Bitcoin's Investor Base Has Shifted From Retail Speculators to Long-term Allocators: At the Token2049 conference, executives from Bitwise Asset Management and Aspen Digital noted the shift of Bitcoin's investor base from retail traders to long-term allocators. They highlighted the significant inflows into Bitcoin ETFs, signaling a more durable demand. Institutional participation in the crypto market has matured, with infrastructure improvements and reduced volatility. (Decrypt) -Bitcoin Sentiment- 1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 60/100 (Down 10 pts) Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR Follow us on NOSTR: @Bitcoin Veterans Listen to us daily on X discuss the DIB and more: X Spaces, Bitcoin Veterans, 10amEST/7amPST Watch us on YouTube and X Spaces: Tuesdays at 9pmEST/6pmPST ____________________ Analyst: BV2A END REPORT NNNN *NSTR-Nothing Significant To Report