BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 902,934
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 27Jun2025
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BLUF: Iran Nuke Damage Inconclusive / Japan Hangs Serial Killer / CCP Using Lawfare to Slow US Energy / New CDC Vaccine Panel Making Recommendations / SCOTUS To Reveal Big Decisions Today / Barclays's Bans Crypto Purchases With Credit Card / US Dollar Index Biggest Decline Since 1973 / BTC ETFs Continue Inflow Streak / Trump's WorldFi Gets Boost From UAE / Coinbase Hints At SBR / Stocks Boom / US House Bans WhatsApp For Members / CyberCom Gets New Head / Blue Screen of Death Departs After 40 Years / What's in Store for the Mideast?
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,000, 32.63 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,973 / Lo: $106,519
Volume: $43B (Down 12%)
Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Even)
HashRate: 815 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Up 300%)
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-International Events-
1. Iran's Nuclear Sites Damage: Former President Trump has escalated his pushback against Pentagon assessments regarding the damage to Iran's nuclear sites, labeling reports as "fake news" and defending the B-2 pilots involved in the strikes. (ABC) (AC-Trump continues to challenge, in public, assessments of US intelligence, indicating a loss of trust in the institutions.)
2. Japan hangs 'Twitter killer' in first execution since 2022: Takahiro Shiraishi had been sentenced to death for his 2017 strangling and dismembering of eight women and one man in his apartment in Zama city in Kanagawa near Tokyo. He was dubbed the "Twitter killer" as he contacted victims via the social media platform. Capital punishment is carried out by hanging in Japan. (Reuters)
3. CCP Climate Lawfare Against U.S. Energy Exposed Before Senate Judiciary Committee: The hearing, titled “Enter the Dragon—China and the Left’s Lawfare Against American Energy Dominance,” was held by the Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action and Federal Rights, dug deep into how China has funded the push for progressive courts and to weaken American energy production, following a bombshell State Armor report exposing Energy Foundation China’s (EFC) ties to the CCP. (Breitbart)
-US Events-
1. RFK Jr.’s CDC vaccine panel backs Merck RSV shot for infants: The CDC's newly installed Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted 5-2 to recommend Merck's newly approved RSV antibody shot, clesrovimab, for infant protection in the Vaccines for Children Program. (GroundNews) (AC-With the complete change to the board, every new decision may be controversial.)
2. Supreme Court tees up blockbuster final day of term: The Supreme Court will hand down its final decisions of the term on Friday, and will hand down six opinions in some of the biggest cases of the year, including those dealing with Trump’s birthright citizenship order, a challenge from religious parents who want to opt their children out of reading LGBTQ books in school and a First Amendment suit over a Texas law that requires people to verify their age before accessing porn online. (CNN)
3. Trump administration plans to deport Abrego Garcia to 3rd country, prosecutors say: A day after the judge in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's human smuggling case outlined the conditions of his potential release on bail, his attorneys filed an emergency motion Thursday seeking to have him returned to Maryland as he awaits trial. But a government attorney told U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis that, should Abrego Garcia be released on bond, the administration will seek to deport him to a country other than his native El Salvador. (ABC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Barclays to ban crypto transactions on credit cards from Friday: United Kingdom-based bank Barclays will begin blocking crypto transactions made through its Barclaycard credit cards starting Friday, citing risks associated with cryptocurrency volatility. “We’re doing this because a fall in the price of crypto assets could lead to customers finding themselves in debt they can’t afford to repay,” said Barclays. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-Why do customers accept this?)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Dollar's Dramatic Drop Signals Investor Caution As Fed Speculation Grows: The U.S. dollar is facing its sharpest first-half drop in over five decades, as markets absorb mounting uncertainty around future Federal Reserve actions and growing political interference. The dollar index has declined more than 10% since January—its worst performance for a first half of the year since 1973. (IBTimes)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs Record 13-Day Winning Streak: Bitcoin ETFs have seen a record-breaking streak of inflows, bringing in over $2.9 billion | 27,000 BTC in 13 consecutive trading days. (Decrypt)
2. President Trump's Crypto Project Just Got $100 Million From a UAE Fund: Aqua 1 Foundation invested $100 million | 931 BTC in World Liberty Financial's WLFI tokens to advance a blockchain financial ecosystem merging traditional and decentralized finance. The project, backed by President Trump, aims to create an institutional-grade marketplace for traditional assets. (Decrypt)
3. Coinbase hints at Bitcoin treasury as COIN stock reaches new heights: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has revealed that the exchange is steadily acquiring Bitcoin weekly, signaling what many believe could be the early stages of a treasury-building effort. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Rally to New Highs: US stocks surged on Thursday, with the S&P 500 reaching all-time high and Nasdaq 100 topping its previous session's record closes, driven by easing geopolitical tensions, strong tech performance, and rising hopes for interest rate cuts. The S&P 500 rose 0.8%, while the Nasdaq added 1% and the Dow advanced 390 points. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. U.S. House Bans WhatsApp Over Data Security Concerns: The U.S. House of Representatives has officially banned the use of WhatsApp on all government-issued devices, citing serious cybersecurity concerns. WhatsApp poses a “high-risk to users due to the lack of transparency in how it protects user data, absence of stored data encryption, and potential security risks involved with its use.” Recommended apps included Microsoft Teams, Amazon’s Wickr, Apple’s iMessage and Facetime, and Signal. (ZeroHedge)
2. NSA’s Patrick Ware takes over as top civilian at U.S. Cyber Command: Patrick Ware, a senior executive at the National Security Agency, has been named the new top civilian leader at U.S. Cyber Command. (TheRecord)
-Technology and Science-
1. Microsoft Windows Removes the 'Blue Screen of Death' Error Message After 40 Years: It was revealed that this change is part of the Windows Resiliency Initiative, which focuses on increasing "resiliency and security" in Windows systems, offering a "simplified UI for unexpected restarts." (TechTimes) (AC-It's telling how long it took a leading tech firm to focus on OS resilience.)
-Bitcoin Community-
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 65/100 (Down 9 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Forecast Friday: Since Iranian tensions seem to be winding down, lets look at the possibilities of geopolitical structures in the Middle East for the next few years. How will Israel's efforts at enemy proxy defeats, Iran's wounding and US deal-making 'remake' the middle east? Over the next few years, these recent events could reshape the Middle East into a more fragmented yet cautiously cooperative region. Israel’s strengthened position, bolstered by US and UK support, may deter direct challenges, enabling it to consolidate regional influence, particularly through normalized ties with Gulf states. Iran, wounded by proxy losses and economic pressures, is likely to pursue pragmatic diplomacy to avoid further isolation, potentially reviving nuclear talks or securing concessions in Yemen. The US’s deal-making approach could foster temporary alignments, like Saudi-Iran détente or progress on Palestinian governance, but unresolved issues—such as Syria’s power vacuum, climate-driven resource scarcity, and lingering Palestinian tensions—risk localized conflicts. This dynamic suggests a Middle East balancing cautious stabilization with persistent volatility, as Gulf states hedge via China and Russia, while the US selectively engages to counterbalance Iran’s influence.
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 904,444
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 07JUl2025
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BLUF: Trump Meets Netanyahu for Gaza Peace Talks / BRICs Affiliated Countries May See Higher Tariffs / IDF Hits Houthi Targets / Japan May Give Philippines Warship / Texas Floods Result in Over 80 Deaths / Musk to Form New Political Party / FBI Memo Says Epstein List Didn't Exist, May be Fake / Sen Lummis Intros $300 Crypto Tax Exemption / US Employment Up / Canadian Woman Lost $1.3M in Bitcoin in Sim Swap / Whale Moves 80K BTC / Bitcoin Core Dev Arrested, Released in El Salvador / Jack Dorsey Releases Bluetooth "BitChat" App
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $108,671, 32.90 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $109,731 / Lo: $108,076
Volume: 40B (Up 32%)
Mkt Cap: $2.16T (Even)
HashRate: 882 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Up 100%)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Trump hosts Netanyahu, eyes Israel-Hamas deal 'this week': Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet US President Donald Trump on Monday after Trump voiced hope for a Gaza hostage deal "this week." Indirect Israel-Hamas talks resumed Sunday in Doha, seeking a ceasefire and hostage-prisoner swap.
2.Trump Says BRICS-Aligned Countries to Face Additional 10% Tariffs: Trump's announcement followed the BRICS annual summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where leaders condemned rising tariffs and trade restrictions as inconsistent with WTO rules. (GroundNews)
3. Israel carries out strikes on Houthi-controlled power station, ports across Yemen: The Israel Defense Forces confirmed early Monday morning that airstrikes carried out by some 20 fighter jets targeted multiple Houthi targets in Yemen, including the ports of Hodeidah, Ras Isa and Salif, and the Ras Khatib power station. (TimesOfIsrael)
4. Japan eyes used warship transfer to Philippines in bid to counter China: Japan is looking to transfer secondhand Maritime Self-Defense Force Abukuma-class destroyer escorts to the Philippines, in what would mark Tokyo’s first export of an entire major naval platform in decades. (JapanTimes)
-US Events-
1. Texas braces for more rain as death toll mounts to at least 82 with dozens missing: Rescuers are still searching for at least 41 missing people, according to state and local officials. Among them are 10 girls and one counselor from Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp along the Guadalupe River that rose more than 20 feet in less than two hours during the peak of the flooding early on the Fourth of July. (CNN)
2. Musk says he is forming new political party after fallout with Trump: Musk’s criticism of the BB bill was the catalyst for a major falling out between the two men last month. “When it comes to bankrupting our country with waste & graft, we live in a one-party system, not a democracy,” Musk said on his social media platform, X. “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” (CNN) (AC-Musk also tweeted that the new party would embrace bitcoin.)
3. FBI Concludes Jeffrey Epstein Had No Clients, Didn't Blackmail Anyone, And Definitely Killed Himself: Deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein and his colleague, Ghislaine Maxwell, were both charged by the Justice Department with sex trafficking—and Maxwell was convicted. But according to the DOJ, the two apparently didn’t have any clients. “This systematic review revealed no incriminating ‘client list.’ There was also no credible evidence found that Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals as part of his actions. (ZeroHedge) (AC-Initial reports show this memo may in fact be fake.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Senator Lummis Introduces Digital Asset Tax Legislation: The bill proposes a $300 exemption for small Bitcoin and crypto transactions, defers taxes on mining and staking until assets are sold. (BitcoinMag) (AC-Obviously too small to make much of a difference to holders.)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
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-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Steady as Tariff Deadline Moved: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held near 4.33% on Monday, as markets digested President Donald Trump’s confirmation that sweeping reciprocal tariffs will take effect on August 1. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Nonfarm Payrolls Beat Forecasts: US nonfarm payrolls rose by 147K in June 2025, following an upwardly revised 144K in May and well above forecasts of 110K. The reading was also in line with the average monthly gain of 146K over the prior 12 months. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Canadian Woman Sues After $1.3M in Bitcoin Vanishes in SIM-Swap Scam: Canadian woman Raelene Vandenbosch is embroiled in a multi-million dollar legal battle, alleging she lost 12.57969337 bitcoins, now valued at approximately $1,359,246, to a sophisticated SIM-swapping scam. Her lawsuit, filed against telecom company Rogers Communications and Match Transact Inc., attributes the devastating loss to a security lapse by a cellphone store employee. The hacker, now in control of her digital identity, swiftly gained access to her cryptocurrency wallets on Ledger and Shakepay, ultimately pilfering all the bitcoins. (BitcoinCom)
-Technology and Science-
1.Twitter Co-founder Jack Dorsey Enters the Decentralized Chat Race With BitChat Bluetooth Mesh App: BitChat enables encrypted chats over Bluetooth with no SIM, servers, or internet. Messages are relayed through up to 7 nearby devices using a decentralized mesh network and the app supports iOS/macOS with AES-256 encryption and anonymous session keys. BitChat offers offline group chats, dummy messages, and emergency data wipes.(Blockonomi)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Core Developer Arrested in El Salvador For Allegedly Calling Neighbor ‘Stupid’: The developer Jon Atack says he has now been released but was allegedly detained and faced up to eight years in prison after his Salvadoran neighbor accused him of calling her “stupid” during a dispute over a piece of land. (BitcoinCom)
2. Bitcoin Whale Moves 80,000 BTC in Address Upgrade, Not Sell-Off, Analysts Say: Bitcoin markets briefly reacted after a massive 80,000 BTC transfer sparked speculation across the crypto community. However, blockchain analysts say the move likely reflects a wallet upgrade, not a sell-off. The transactions, worth over $8 billion, originated from legacy addresses and now sit in modern formats. (Blockonomi) (AC-Not a small stack)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 73/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 903,824
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 03JUl2025
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BLUF: US Agreement Sources Rare Minerals / Columbia's New Narco Sub Was Unmanned, Used Starlink / House To Vote On Spending Bill / Judge Blocks Trump Order Blocking Asylum Claims / July 4th Celebrations Canceled in LA / Stablecoins Vs. Bitcoin / IMF Says No to Pakistan Bitcoin Plan / $14B Gain For MSTR Last Quarter / Genius Group Teaches AI, HODLs BTC / US M2 Supply Up, USD Index Down / Wrench Attacker Had Finger Bit Off / 40 Firefox Add-Ons Steal Your Crypto / New AI Model Mimics Human Mind / Hal Finney Foretold Bitcoin Banks
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $109,577, 32.74 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $110,293 / Lo: $107,225
Volume: 56B (Up 18%)
Mkt Cap: $2.18T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 866 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. ‘Quad’ nations announce critical minerals initiative amid China concerns: Top diplomats from “the Quad” nations of Australia, India, Japan and the United States have agreed to work more closely to secure supply chains for critical minerals, including rare earths — a sector dominated by China — in a bid to cut back their reliance on Beijing. (JapanTimes)
2. Colombia seizes first unmanned narco-submarine with Starlink antenna: The Colombian navy on Wednesday seized its first unmanned narco-submarine, equipped with a Starlink antenna, off the Caribbean coast. No drugs were found, but officials and regional security sources suspect it was a trial run for automated cocaine trafficking, navy and Western sources told AFP. (France24)
-US Events-
1. House nearing final vote on Trump's "big, beautiful bill": The House voted 219-213 overnight Wednesday, after hours of delay, to advance President Trump's "big, beautiful bill" for debate before a final vote. GOP leaders had to overcome pushback over changes the Senate made to the legislation.(CBS)
2. Judge Blocks Trump's Order Barring Illegal Border Crossers From Claiming Asylum: A federal judge on July 2 ruled against a Trump administration directive that blocked foreign nationals who cross the U.S.–Mexico border illegally from seeking asylum. The president cannot “adopt an alternative immigration system, which supplants the statutes that Congress has enacted,” Judge Moss wrote in the order. (EpochTimes)
3. Some 4th of July Celebrations Canceled in L.A. Area; Anti-ICE Protests Continue: Celebrating the Fourth of July is proving too dangerous for municipalities in the Los Angeles area, prompting them to cancel planned celebrations due to concerns about enforcement actions by U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE) agents. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Bitcoin vs stablecoins showdown looms as GENIUS Act nears: There’s been an unprecedented tailwind in Washington DC this year for stablecoins. From the embrace of the assets by politicians and the industry to the GENIUS stablecoin legislation passing the Senate, 2025 marks an important turning point. Stablecoins and Bitcoin would seem to have two irreconcilable aims — the former supports the existing fiat based financial system and the latter wants to overthrow it. “Stablecoins also play a key role in expanding Bitcoin adoption,” said Lawant. “For many users, stablecoins’ lack of fiat price volatility makes them a more familiar on-ramp to digital wallet infrastructure and maybe even to blockchain-based finance. This can eventually lead them to explore Bitcoin.” (CoinTelegraph) (AC-There are several scenarios when looking at stablecoins and Bitcoin, yet the most likely one is a transitionary period where stablecoins become used more often and Bitcoin is seen as the best store of value. This might continue until deterministic fiat crisis' result in loss of trust and Bitcoin, coupled with better P2P technologies, becomes the dominant world currency.)
2. IMF Rejects Pakistan’s Bid to Subsidise Power for Crypto Mining: The International Monetary Fund has said no to Pakistan's proposal to offer subsidised electricity tariffs to crypto mining operations, dealing a blow to the country's ambitious plans to become a regional crypto hub just two months after it announced a strategic Bitcoin reserve. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Strategy Set to Book $14B Gain as Saylor’s Bet Shakes Wall Street: Michael Saylor’s Strategy is set to deliver a staggering $14 billion | 127,606 BTC unrealized profit in Q2, propelled by bitcoin’s surge and a pivotal accounting change that could cement his company’s place alongside Wall Street powerhouses like JPMorgan and Amazon. (BitcoinCom)
2. AI Education Firm Genius Group Boosts Bitcoin Treasury Stash: Genius Group Limited, a Singapore-based AI-powered education firm, has doubled its bitcoin reserves since a US court lifted an injunction on Bitcoin acquisitions. The company aims to acquire 1,000 BTC within six months to further its mission of educating learners on AI, digital finance, and community values. (Decrypt) (AC-Interesting mix of business)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Weakening dollar and M2 influx set stage for possible Bitcoin surge in H2: M2, a key measure that includes cash, checking accounts, savings, and money market deposits, hit $21.94 trillion by the end of May. Year over year, M2 has grown by 4.5%. Meanwhile, the sharp rise in liquidity comes at a time of historic weakness for the US dollar. The Kobeissi Letter notes that the Dollar Index dropped by 10.8% during the first half of 2025. (CryptoSlate) (AC-'Nothing stops this train.'
-Security Concerns-
1. Crypto Billionaire Bit Off Attacker’s Finger in Attempted Kidnapping: In court last week, billionaire crypto investor and entrepreneur Tim Heath shared his experience of being attacked in a failed kidnapping attempt last year. Ambushed outside his apartment last year by individuals posing as painters, Heath bit off part of his assailant's finger in the attempted kidnapping.
Attackers tracked his movements using GPS, fake passports, and burner phones. Heath has invested €2.7 million in personal security following the violent incident. (Decrypt)
2. Over 40 fake Firefox add-ons impersonating major crypto wallets linked to active credential theft campaign: The fake extensions impersonated legitimate tools from major crypto services such as Coinbase and MetaMask. After users install these counterfeit extensions, they would secretly collect sensitive wallet information, potentially exposing victims' crypto assets to theft. (TheBlock) (AC-Never input your keys into anything other than your cold wallet.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Scientists Use A.I. to Mimic the Mind, Warts and All: To better understand human cognition, scientists trained a large language model on 10 million psychology experiment questions. It now answers questions much like we do. All told, 160 experiments were chosen for LLaMA to train on, including over 10 million responses from more than 60,000 volunteers. We essentially taught it to mimic the choices that were made by the human participants,” Dr. Binz said. (NYTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Hal Finney’s 2010 “Bitcoin Backed Banks” Prediction Is Coming True Now: Hal Finney, the famous cryptographer and the first ever recipient of a Bitcoin transaction, foresaw a prominent future for BTC. In 2010, he envisioned the development of Bitcoin-backed banks and the status of BTC beyond a mere asset. Now, after fifteen years, that prediction is taking shape in 2025. Erebor, a proposed US-backed Bitcoin bank, and many other BTC reserve-driven fintech platforms are in formation. (CoinGape)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 73/100 (Up 10 pts)
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BLUF: Iran Quits UN's IAEA / Possible Ceasefire in Gaza / US Munitions Headed to Ukraine Held Up / Big Beautiful Bill Passes Senate, No Bitcoin Amendments In It / Musk and Trump At It Again / AZ Gov. Hobbs Vetoes Another Crypto Bill / Gold, Silver Now Legal Tender in Texas / Lots of Businesses Now Have Bitcoin Treasuries / How Does Bitcoin OTC Purchases Affect Price? / Don't Click on Those PDFs in Your Email / Amazon's Robots Now Outnumber Humans / Wallet of Satoshi Back in the US / $500 Investment in 2012 Results in $10M (100BTC=100BTC)
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,381, 32.15 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,877 / Lo: $105,157
Volume: $48B (Up 10%)
Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 871 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 50%)
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-International Events-
1. Iran Suspends Cooperation With UN Nuclear Watchdog: Iran on Wednesday formally suspended its cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, a measure drawn up in the wake of unprecedented Israeli and US strikes on the Islamic republic's nuclear sites. Tehran has lambasted the UN agency for a resolution adopted on June 12 that accuses Iran of non-compliance with its nuclear obligations. Iranian officials said the resolution was among the "excuses" for the Israeli attacks. (IBTimes)
2. Trump says Israel has agreed to conditions for 60-day Gaza ceasefire: In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that during the proposed ceasefire the US would "work with all parties to end the War". He did not provide details on what the ceasefire would entail. "The Qataris and Egyptians, who have worked very hard to help bring Peace, will deliver this final proposal. I hope... that Hamas takes this Deal, because it will not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE," Trump wrote. (BBC)
3. US pauses some munitions shipments to Ukraine: The Trump administration is pausing some weapons shipments to Ukraine, including air defense missiles, following a review of military spending and American support to foreign countries. (CNN)
-US Events-
1. Vance casts tiebreaking vote after Republicans betray Trump's 'big, beautiful bill': After a record-breaking 27-hour voting marathon, the Senate narrowly passed Trump's "big, beautiful bill" in a 51-50 vote. Vice President JD Vance cast the tiebreaking vote after three Senate Republicans — Susan Collins of Maine, Thom Tillis of North Carolina, and Rand Paul of Kentucky — voted against the legislation. (TheBlaze)
2. Tesla stock price sinks as Musk and Trump feud over spending bill: he Tesla founder and CEO wrote on X that the bill would "destroy millions of jobs in America." He also suggested on Monday that, should the bill pass, he would form a new political party and support primary challenges against any Republicans who voted in favor of the legislation. President Trump clapped back early Tuesday, noting the enormous federal subsidies Musk's various companies receive from the government and suggesting that DOGE — which Musk led before stepping down late May — look into any spending flowing into Musk's empire. (CBS) (AC-Still feels manufactured.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Arizona Governor Hobbs Vetoes Digital Asset Reserve Bill, Stalling State Crypto Agenda: HB 2324 sought to fund a state crypto reserve using assets seized in criminal cases. Gov. Katie Hobbs warned removing seized coins from local agencies could hinder joint investigations. (Blockonomi) (AC- Her 3rd veto against crypto and bitcoin. Obviously not a fan of it.)
2. Texas makes gold, silver legal tender following governor’s approval: Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill into law allowing Texas residents to use precious metals for “day-to-day financial transactions” starting in May 2027. (CoinTelegraph)
3. Bitcoin Tax Exemptions Don't Make It Into Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill': The U.S. Senate narrowly passed President Donald Trump’s reconciliation bill without key tax amendments benefiting crypto users. Despite efforts by pro-crypto senators and industry leaders, the amendments were not included due to time constraints. (Decrypt)
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. 250 businesses are holding BTC on their balance sheets: Some 26 companies added the asset to their balance sheet, bringing the total number of companies with Bitcoin in their treasuries up to 250. (CoinTelegraph) (AC-No other grounding facts are in the article's assertions, but cursory news searches confirm increased BTC treasuries over the last 6 months.)
2. Why On-Chain Metrics Miss the Full Picture of Institutional Bitcoin Buying: U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw nearly $4 billion | 37,111 BTC in inflows during the month, despite muted on-chain activity. Such transactions are structured to avoid public visibility, either taking place off-chain or ending up in wallets that don't move much. (Decrypt) (AC-The OTC market, mostly via Coinbase, is where all this action takes place, creating a type of bifurcated market for BTC. Unlike the silver market, this dual market will still be closely price correlated due to BTC's finite supply, but may diverge in the short term. The threat to true price discovery would come if Coinbase didn't maintain 1:1 custodies (rehypothecation).
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Mortgage Rates Lowest in Nearly 3 Months: The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances in the US fell by 9bps to 6.79% in the week ended June 27th. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Hackers Using PDFs to Impersonate Microsoft, DocuSign, and More in Callback Phishing Campaigns: "A significant portion of email threats with PDF payloads persuade victims to call adversary-controlled phone numbers, displaying another popular social engineering technique known as Telephone-Oriented Attack Delivery (TOAD), also known as callback phishing," n analysis of phishing emails with PDF attachments between May 5 and June 5, 2025, has revealed Microsoft and Docusign to be the most impersonated brands. NortonLifeLock, PayPal, and Geek Squad are among the most impersonated brands in TOAD emails with PDF attachments. (TechTimes) (AC-A simple look through your junk email filters will reveal a number of these phishing attempts. Don't fall for it.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Amazon's Robots Are About to Outnumber Its 1.1 Million Warehouse Workers: The Seattle giant recently said that more than one million robots now operate in its worldwide fulfillment center network, moving ever closer to eclipsing its 1.1 million human warehousing workers. Amazon's robots perform backbreaking work like lifting, sorting, and stowing—tasks that are physically demanding and can be repetitive or risky for human labor. The machines, in Amazon's view, are meant to augment the workforce and not displace it. (TechTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Wallet of Satoshi Launches Self-Custodial Lightning Wallet on Spark, Returns to the US Market: After leaving the U.S. market in 2023, Wallet of Satoshi aims to re-enter the market with this new self-custodial feature, which seeks to overcome previous limitations related to liquidity and channel management, providing a seamless experience for users. The private beta version is now available, inviting interested users to participate in the testing phase. (BitcoinCom)
2. Bitcoin holder unlocks $10 million | 93.07 BTC from rare Casascius bar bought for $500 | 465,367 sats: A long-time Bitcoin holder has finally cracked open one of the rarest physical Bitcoin collectibles in existence—a Casascius bar loaded with 100 BTC. The collector, who goes by the name John Galt on the Bitcoin Talk forum, originally bought the bar in 2012 for just $500. 13 years later, he redeemed it when the top crypto crossed the $100,000 mark, unlocking a fortune now worth over $10 million. In effect, he saw a return of nearly 2,000,000% on his modest 2012 investment. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 63/100 (Down 1 pts)
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BLUF: Russia Launches Biggest Attack Yet / Hong Kong Crackdown Continues / Idaho University Killer Pleads Guilty / US DOJ Sues LA / Senate to Vote on BBB Today / SCOTUS Rules IRS Can Scoop Crypto Exchange Data / Kazakhstan May Start Crypto Reserve / Trump's Stablecoin Takes 2nd Place / Hut8 Goes to Dubai / BTC ETFs Continue 15-day Streak / DOJ Hits N. Korean Hackers / ICC Targeted in Cyber Attack / Apple May Outsource AI / Fold Card Hits Snags
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $106,689, 31.85 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,870 / Lo: $106,346
Volume: $43B (Up 14%)
Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 877 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even)
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-International Events-
1. Russia launches the biggest aerial attack since the start of the war, Ukraine says: Russia fired a total of 537 aerial weapons at Ukraine, including 477 drones and decoys and 60 missiles, Ukraine’s air force said. Of these, 249 were shot down and 226 were lost, likely having been electronically jammed. Russia has recently been improving its drone technology as well as its tactics, striking Ukraine with increasing success. (AP)
2. Hong Kong’s security net extends beyond arrests as small businesses pressured: It’s been years since mass arrests all but silenced pro-democracy activism in Hong Kong. But a crackdown on dissent in the semiautonomous Chinese city is still expanding, hitting restaurants, bookstores and other small businesses. Those critical of the city’s political changes say it’s a less visible side of a push to silence dissent that began five years ago, (AP) (AC-Tyranny is alive and well.)
-US Events-
1. Bryan Kohberger to plead guilty to killing 4 University of Idaho students: Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students as part of a deal with prosecutors to avoid the death penalty. Kohberger, 30, is accused in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home near campus in Moscow, Idaho, in November 2022. Autopsies showed the four were all likely asleep when they were attacked, some had defensive wounds and each was stabbed multiple times. (ChicagoTribune)
2. Trump administration sues Mayor Karen Bass, L.A. City Council over sanctuary policy: The lawsuit, filed by the Trump administration in California’s Central District federal court, said the country is “facing a crisis of illegal immigration” and that its efforts to address it “are hindered by Sanctuary Cities such as the City of Los Angeles, which refuse to cooperate or share information, even when requested, with federal immigration authorities.” (LATimes)
3. Senate Set To Begin 'Vote-a-Rama' On $3.3 Trillion Megabill Monday Morning: The vote-a-rama will allow senators to introduce an unlimited number of amendments to the bill, a procedure typically used during budget reconciliation debates. Each amendment will be considered and voted on in rapid succession before the chamber proceeds to a final up-or-down vote. Only a simple majority of 51 votes is needed for passage. The final vote on the so-called "megabill" could come as early as Monday evening, provided Senate rules and timelines are met. (IBTimes)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Supreme Court confirms IRS right to access customer data from crypto exchanges without warrant: The United States Supreme Court has allowed a lower court ruling to stand, granting the Internal Revenue Service broad authority to access customer data from cryptocurrency exchanges. The outcome solidifies the government’s authority to compel crypto exchanges to turn over vast amounts of customer transaction data. (CryptoSlate) (AC- This ruling does not affect P2P transactions.)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. National Bank of Kazakhstan to Establish Cryptocurrency Reserve: The Kazinform International News Agency reported that the National Bank of the country had openly acknowledged the consideration of such a reserve, revealing that its “formation and management, including the development of the crypto-reserve at the grounds of the National Bank affiliate” was being studied in depth. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Note that the country is 'considering' a reserve, not committed.)
2. USD1 Surpasses USDC as Second Most-Traded Stablecoin: World Liberty Financial’s stablecoin, USD1, has overtaken USDC in daily trading volume for the first time ever. Today, USD1 hit $3.37 billion in 24-hour volume, making it the second most-traded stablecoin of the day, behind the industry’s leader, USDT. (BitcoinSensus)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Trump-linked Hut 8 Expands to Dubai, Raises $220 Million for Bitcoin and Mining Infrastructure: The company owns American Bitcoin, co-founded by Eric Trump, with plans to go public via a merger with Gryphon Digital Mining. (Decrypt)
2. Bitcoin ETFs’ inflow streak hits 15 days, pulling in nearly $5 billion | 46,909 BTC as BTC hovers below all-time highs. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Hits 2-Month Low: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note dropped to around 4.22% on Tuesday, its lowest level in two months, as mounting concerns over the US fiscal outlook and trade-related uncertainties pressured sentiment. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P 500, Nasdaq Climb to New Highs: US stocks rose on Monday as investors aimed to close out a volatile first half of 2025 with fresh record highs. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both gained 0.5%, extending their all-time highs, while the Dow added 207 points, supported by strong performances from Big Tech giants like Microsoft and Meta, which also reached new peaks. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. North Korean Nationals Charged by DOJ for Posing as Remote Devs to Steal $1M: Federal prosecutors revealed that four North Korean nationals posed as remote developers to steal nearly $1 million | 9.3 BTC in crypto from an Atlanta-based blockchain startup. The defendants operated in the UAE before infiltrating U.S. and Serbian crypto firms, using fake identification documents to launder stolen funds. (Decrypt)
2. International Criminal Court targeted by new ‘sophisticated’ attack: The ICC credited its “alert and response mechanisms” for “swiftly” discovering, confirming and containing the attack. It did not comment on the attackers’ motives, nor on whether any sensitive information from its prosecutions had been compromised. (TheRecord) (AC-Both Russian and Israeli Presidents were recently targeted by ICC warrants for arrest. Both countries have strong cyber programs.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Apple weighs using Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri in major reversal: Apple has had discussions with both companies about using their large language models for Siri, asking them to train versions of their LLMs that could run on Apple’s cloud infrastructure for testing. (CNBC) (AC-Efforts to create their own LLM for Siri have stalled.)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Fold Stock Falls as Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card Is Postponed: Fold Holdings (FLD) announced a delay in the rollout of its Fold Bitcoin Credit Card due to a key infrastructure partner exiting the credit card business. This news caused shares to drop over 7%, impacting the company's stock performance. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 64/100 (Down 2 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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BLUF: Iran Invincibility Shattered / NATO Agrees on 5% GDP Spend on Defense / Russia Drone Plant Explodes / US Military Zones Increase on Border / Celebrities Celebrate Socialist Candidate for NYC Mayor / New US Vaccine Board Meets / IRS Reminds of Crypto Tax Obligations / Crypto Approved as Mortgage Backing in US, but.. / India Spokesman Pushed Bitcoin Reserve / Bitcoin Treasury Companies Skate Regulations Well / Trump Aims for New Fed Chairman / Court Rules AI Can Use Published Works / Bitcoin Miner Drops BTC, Goes ETH /
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,355, 32.21 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $108,305 / Lo: $106,817
Volume: $51B (Up 10%)
Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Even)
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-International Events-
1. The myth of Iran’s invincibility has been shattered, and the fallout could be far-reaching: For over three decades, Iran built a web of proxy networks to push its battles far beyond its borders – keeping enemies at bay, as Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tightened his grip on power. Direct strikes on Iran remained inconceivable. That image of invincibility crumbled in the space of hours on June 13, when Israel launched a surprise, unprecedented attack deep inside Iran, shattering Tehran’s sense of security and unraveling its carefully cultivated aura of strength. (CNN) (AC-Definitely an interpretive article, one designed to influence populations at a key moment in time and a skilled application of 5GW made stronger by the truths put forth.)
2. NATO allies agree to higher 5% defense spending target: The agreement outlines 3.5% of GDP for core defense like troops and weapons, and 1.5% for broader security investments including infrastructure. Trump shared a private message from NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in which Rutte praised Trump for accomplishing a feat that no U.S. president had managed in many years. While most allies support the spending increase, Spain rejected the 5% target, pledging only 2.1%. (GroundNews)
3. Explosions Rock Russian Drone Plant in Taganrog – Ukraine Claims Direct Strike: Ukrainian officials said an explosion struck the Atlant-Aero plant, describing it as a vital hub of Russia’s military-industrial complex. “This plant produces critical components for combat drones, including Orion drones, as well as electronic warfare systems and digital control technologies for FPV strike drones and loitering munitions,” Kovalenko stated. (KyivPost)
-US Events-
1. US military expected to announce two new zones where service members can detain migrants on southern border: The Texas National Defense Area covers about 250 miles of the Rio Grande near Joint Base San Antonio, while the Arizona zone spans over 100 miles near Marine Corps Air Station Yuma. Approximately 11,900 troops are deployed on the border, but only four detentions under these zones have been reported so far. Critics say the zones sidestep the Posse Comitatus Act by enabling military detention without invoking the Insurrection Act. (GoundNews) (AC-'Dangerous ground'- in more ways than one.)
2. Hollywood Celebrities Rejoice for Socialist Democrat Leader Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Primary Victory: ‘A New Hope’: Hollywood celebrities are taking a victory lap after Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani declared victory Tuesday night in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary race. Indeed, the 33 year-old socialist may have an uphill battle to when in November’s general election. (Breitbart)
3. RFK Jr's vaccine panel to review long-approved jabs for children: The seven members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (Acip) met for the first time on Wednesday, weeks after Kennedy ousted all 17 of their predecessors. (BBC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto Tax Crackdown Looms as IRS Warning Letters Surge: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has significantly increased the number of warning letters sent to crypto investors, causing anxiety among users. This uptick is seen as a precursor to a broader enforcement initiative, especially with new 1099-DA regulations set to take effect next year. (BitcoinCom)
2. US Housing Chief Orders Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to Prepare for Crypto Assessment in Mortgages: The directive, announced on X by FHFA Director William Pulte, marks the first major move to incorporate digital assets into the federal mortgage system. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now tasked with determining how crypto can be treated as a qualifying asset. Others criticized a stipulation requiring crypto assets to be held on centralized exchanges, not self-custody wallets. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. India’s Ruling Party Spokesperson Suggests Bitcoin Reserve as US FOMO Sparks BTC Race: "India stands at a pivotal juncture. A measured Bitcoin strategy—perhaps a reserve pilot—could strengthen economic resilience and project modernity. As the US advances and nations like Bhutan adapt, India has a unique opportunity to lead", BJP voice Pradeep Bhandari said this week. (CoinGape)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin Treasury Companies Strategically Use Jurisdictional Laws, Tax Regimes for Capital Optimization: Bitcoin treasury companies like Metaplanet in Japan, The Blockchain Group in France, H100 Group in Sweden, The Smarter Web Company in the UK, Strategy in the US, LQWD Technologies in Canada, and Méliuz in Brazil strategically utilize different jurisdictions' laws and tax regimes to structure their balance sheets around Bitcoin. Each country offers unique advantages for capital raising and growth through Bitcoin. (Decrypt)
2. Bitcoin ETFs' 12-day net inflow streak nears $4 billion | 37,296 BTC as BTC gains amid dollar slump. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Trump Eyes Powell's Successor as Fed Chair Term Ends Next Year: President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has “three or four” candidates in mind to potentially replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends on May 15, 2026. Though he did not confirm interviews, Trump refrained from naming specific candidates. However, reports identify Kevin Warsh, Kevin Hassett, Christopher Waller, and Scott Bessent as leading contenders. (TradingEconomics)
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-Technology and Science-
1. Meta wins AI copyright lawsuit as US judge rules against authors: Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta has won the backing of a judge in a copyright lawsuit brought by a group of authors, in the second legal victory for the US artificial intelligence industry this week. The US district judge Vince Chhabria, in San Francisco, said in his decision on the Meta case that the authors had not presented enough evidence that the technology company’s AI would dilute the market for their work to show that its conduct was illegal under US copyright law. (TheGuardian)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Bitcoin Miner Bit Digital Is Pivoting to Ethereum Staking: Bit Digital is transitioning to focus solely on Ethereum, with plans to convert its remaining Bitcoin holdings into ETH. To fund this shift, the company is selling off its Bitcoin mining operations and reinvesting the proceeds in Ethereum. (Decrypt) (AC- An interesting shift, one that should raise curiosity.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 74/100 (Up 7 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Regulations that stipulates that crypto (or Bitcoin) must be held on a third party exchange to be used for mortgages, for example, are following the centralization pattern of economic power. With the US Housing Authority taking this route, it will have a big impact on the understanding of individual sovereignty with respect to Bitcoin, again leading US citizens down a path of delegated decision-making and less individual freedoms (and responsibility). The result will again be less held wealth by a decentralized population.
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BLUF: NATO Summit Opens / Iran-Israel Ceasefire Holds For Now / Iran Expresses 'Regrets' to Qatar / L.A. Vice Mayer Calls to Gangs to Organize Against ICE / Muslim, Socialist Wins NY Mayoral Primary / 'Alligator Alcatraz' Begins Construction in the Everglades / Japan Bill to Drop Bitcoin Cap Gains and Allow ETFs / Arizona Passes Seized Crypto Treasury Bill / Ohio Bill Introed To Clear Crypto Cap Gains and Establish Reserve / Citizen Raises 'Private Central Bank' Issue to US Lawmakers / Bitcoin Price Primarily Driven by ETF Flows, Not Corporate Buying / Coinbase Helps FBI in Pig Butchering Scams / Astronauts Head to ISS / Tee Up the Corporate Bitcoin SOV vs. Individual P2P Battle
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,183, 32.22 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,206 / Lo: $104,886
Volume: $46B (Down 32%)
Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 802 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 66%)
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-International Events-
1. NATO summit opens amid discord over defence spending and Ukraine: The event followed ongoing pressure for members to increase defence budgets to a new 5% of GDP target. Several countries, including Spain, rejected the 5% target as unreasonable, while others like Britain, France, and Germany committed to the goal, and NATO reported nine members still under the previous 2% benchmark. (GroundNews)
2. Trump Says Iran-Israel Truce Holds After Berating Both Countries: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was holding, shortly after he lashed out at both countries and cursed as he accused them of violating the truce. The US leader had said the truce would be a phased 24-hour process beginning at around 0400 GMT Tuesday, with Iran unilaterally halting all operations first. He said Israel would follow suit 12 hours later. (IBTimes)
3. Iran’s Pezeshkian expresses ‘regret’ to the emir of Qatar: Iranian president says neither Qatar nor its people were targets of attack on US base in the gas-rich Gulf nation. Iran launched 19 missiles at the US base, which is the largest in the Middle East, with Qatari defence forces intercepting 18 of them, according to officials from the Ministry of Interior. (AlJazeera)
-US Events-
1. L.A. Official Calls For Mexican Gangs To Mobilize Against ICE Agents: Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez is under investigation for urging 18th Street and Florencia 13 gang members to defend their territory against ICE, reportedly telling gang leaders to "get your f***ing members in order." (ZeroHedge)
2. Zohran Mamdani wins New York City's Democratic mayoral primary in shock result - defeating Andrew Cuomo: A self-described socialist has won New York City's Democratic mayoral primary. Slickly produced social media videos set out his vision of free buses, free childcare, new apartments and a higher minimum wage - paid for by new taxes on the rich. If elected when voters head to the polls in November, he would be the city's first Muslim and Indian mayor. (SkyNews)
3. Alligator Alcatraz': Trump green-lights migrant detention facility guarded by gators: The Trump administration is funding a project in Florida that seeks to turn an airfield in the Everglades – surrounded by swamp water and alligators – into a massive migrant detention facility. (WND)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Japan Considers Bitcoin ETFs and Flat Tax in Crypto Regulation Overhaul: If approved, this could open the door for Bitcoin ETFs in Japan. The change may also introduce a flat 20% tax on crypto gains, replacing the current progressive tax rate of up to 55%. (Blockonomi)
2. Arizona House Passes Reserve Bill for Seized Crypto, Heads to Governor's Desk: Arizona's House of Representatives approved House Bill 2324, creating a framework for a "Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund" funded by seized digital assets. The legislation amends forfeiture laws to cover digital assets like Bitcoin and establishes protocols for seizure and sale. (Decrypt)
3. Ohio Proposes Bills to Exempt Crypto Owners From Taxes, Establish Bitcoin Reserve: House Bill 116 and House Bill 18 in Ohio aim to exempt crypto owners from minor tax burdens and establish a state Bitcoin reserve, respectively. Rep. Steve Demetriou is optimistic about advancing digital asset legislation and positioning Ohio as a leader in digital finance. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. “Private Central Banks?” — Surprise Stablecoin Challenge Interrupts Senate Hearing: What began as a routine Senate hearing on bipartisan crypto legislation ended with an unscripted, and highly unusual, exchange that left attendees visibly stunned. After the hearing was all but over, a man who identified himself as Troy Reed stood up and asked Senator Cynthia Lummis, who was overseeing the hearing, permission to pose questions to the panel. Reed was likely worried that the new legislation backing privately-issued stablecoins could formalize a system where private entities are capable of creating their own monetary system, potentially undermining the role of the Central Bank over “money” itself. (BitcoinSensus) (AC- Great that a normal citizen raises the issue of currency central control to the lawmakers, at once threatening power of economic control currently held by the State and increasing understanding of what that central control means to economic freedoms. It's a clear delineation, hopefully emphasized to the lawmakers, between the decentralization of economic power (Bitcoin) and centralized economic powers.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Analyst explains why ETF flows continue to drive bitcoin's price — while treasury companies have muted impact: Recent data shows bitcoin's price remains closely tied to ETF flows, with a strong R² of 0.80, explaining around 80% of the variance in 30-day BTC returns. Meanwhile, over 50 new treasury initiatives have launched in the past three months alone, with many of them acquiring bitcoin through in-kind share swaps with large holders. These in-kind swapping structures generate little to no net market demand for bitcoin. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Holds at 7-Week Low: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note hovered around 4.3% on Wednesday, holding near a seven-week low as investors weighed the outlook for Federal Reserve policy. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Extend Gains: US stocks were higher on Tuesday as the apparent de-escalation between Israel and Iran magnified the support that uninterrupted oil trade through the Persian Gulf had on US equities. The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones were around 0.8% higher, while the Nasdaq 100 was 1% higher to approach its record high from February. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Coinbase Reveals Role in US Secret Service Seizure of $225 Million in Stolen Crypto: Coinbase collaborated with the USSS to analyze onchain transactions and identify over 130 customers who were unknowingly defrauded, amounting to $2.3 million in losses. The USSS has initiated a public campaign to return the seized funds to victims, who can submit claims through the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center. (BitcoinCom)
-Technology and Science-
1. Four astronauts launch to the space station as NASA grapples with strange twist in leak issue: For years, air has been slowly leaking out of a Russia-controlled module that typically remains sealed off from the rest of the space station. Essentially, space station operators are worried that the entire station is beginning to lose air. (CNN)
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 66/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): With over 50 new Bitcoin treasuries launched in the last 3 months alone, it is becoming redundant to report on all of them. The corporate 'adoption' of Bitcoin as a treasury is in full swing and the phenomena is shifting the initial purposes of Bitcoin from Satoshi's P2P currency network to one of corporate store of value. This may have significant effects on individual holders and users of Bitcoin, and could lead to friction between the corporate holders and individuals in the near future. The same could also be said of governments storing Bitcoin.
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BLUF: Iranian Intel Chief Killed / Tel Aviv Struck Hard With Missiles / US Watching, Waiting, Preparing / Minnesota Lawmaker Assassin Captured / Trump Made a Lot From Crypto / Bystander Shot and Killed at 'No Kings' Rally in Utah / Vietnam Legalizes Crypto, Also Joins BRICS / Pakistan Pumps Saylor for Bitcoin Strategy / Metaplant Hits 10,000 BTC / Another Bitcoin Wrench Attack in France / CyberAttacks Hit NC, GA /
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $106,714, 31.25 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,251 / Lo: $104,519
Volume: $43B (Up 24%)
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-International Events-
1. Israel Kills Iranian Intelligence Chief and Deputy; ‘Wide-Scale’ Strikes: The Times of Israel reported: “Iranian state media officially confirms that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ intelligence chief, Brig. Gen. Mohammad Kazemi and his deputy Hassan Mohaqiq were killed in an Israeli strike today.”The fact that Israel was able to locate and to eliminate the highest officials in Iran’s intelligence hierarchy suggests an unprecedented depth of intelligence penetration; the entire regime may be compromised. (Breitbart)
2. Iran Hits Tel Aviv After Overnight Israeli Strikes On Tehran: Israel's Magen David Adom emergency service said five people had been killed and 92 wounded following the latest Iranian attack. Iranian strikes since Friday have killed more than a dozen people in Israel. (IBTimes)
3. After Saturday reports widely said that Israel requested direct US military assistance in attacking Iranian nuclear sites, President Trump began to change the White House tune a little, as he now says it's 'possible' the US 'could get involved' in the Israel-Iran conflict. He told ABC's Rachel Scott that "it's possible we could get involved" - however he emphasized that the US military is "not at this moment involved" in the conflict. (ZerohHedge)
-US Events-
1. Suspect Vance Boelter apprehended in Minnesota lawmakers shooting case: Authorities have apprehended Vance Luther Boelter, who is suspected of killing Minnesota Democratic state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. Boelter also allegedly shot Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, who both survived. Boelter was taken into custody in a wooded area of Sibley County, and he was armed at the time of his arrest. (CNBC)
2. Trump 2024 Financial Disclosure Reveals Over $600 Million Income From Crypto, Resorts and Royalties: Donald Trump earned $57.3 million from World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform he co-founded with his sons in September 2024. The venture, which holds 22.5 billion WLFI tokens, has become his largest single source of income, surpassing his golf resort earnings. (GroundNews)
3. Protester shot and killed at ‘No Kings’ rally in Utah: A man who was believed to be part of a peacekeeping team for the “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City shot at a person who was brandishing a rifle at demonstrators, striking both the rifleman and a bystander who later died at the hospital, authorities said Sunday. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Vietnam Passes New Law to Legalize Digital Assets, Offer Incentives for Tech Industry Growth: Vietnam's National Assembly approved legislation legalizing digital assets and providing incentives for semiconductor manufacturing, AI development, and tech startups. (Decrypt)
2. France eyes Bitcoin mining to cut energy waste and boost grid stability: The proposal, submitted to the French National Assembly on June 12, urges the government to examine whether Bitcoin’s energy-intensive mining process could be harnessed to absorb excess power, especially from the nuclear plants that generate the bulk of France’s electricity. (CryptoSlate)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Vietnam Joins BRICS as 10th Partner in Push for Stronger Global South Ties: Supporters of BRICS’ expansion argue that Vietnam’s inclusion adds significant economic weight and innovation capacity to the bloc. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Vietnam is a significant trading partner and one that was leaning toward US policies until strong Chinese influences seem to have brought it more in alignment with China. Yet by legalizing digital assets, it seems to be walking a middle path.)
2. Pakistan Taps Michael Saylor To Shape Sovereign Bitcoin Policy: On Sunday, June 15, entrepreneur-turned-Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor held a video meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Minister of State for Blockchain and Crypto Bilal Bin Saqib to explore how the world’s oldest cryptocurrency could sit inside the country’s sovereign reserves. (Bitcoinist) (AC-Pakistan's continued push for Bitcoin understanding and support is impressive.)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Metaplanet Hits Its 10,000 BTC 2025 Target, Approves Record Bond Issuance: Metaplanet acquired 1,112 BTC for $117.2 million, reaching its 10,000 BTC target. The company approved a $210 million bond issuance to EVO Fund, with proceeds allocated to Bitcoin purchases. Metaplanet aims to accumulate 210,000 BTC by 2027. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Consumer Sentiment Rebounds in June: The University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment index for the US rose to 60.5 in June 2025, up from a near-record low of 52.2 in both May and April, and well above market expectations of 53.5, according to preliminary estimates. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Kidnappers Release TikTok Crypto Influencer After Finding Out He’s Broke: Over the weekend, a 26-year-old TikTok crypto influencer was kidnapped and beaten by four men in Essonne, France, who later demanded a ransom paid in crypto. he was released by the kidnappers after they checked his wallet balance and found out he was broke: he didn't have the $58,000 (€50,000) they were demanding. (Decrypt)
2. Government offices in North Carolina, Georgia disrupted by cyberattacks: A city in North Carolina and a district attorney’s office covering four counties in Georgia are both dealing with operational issues related to recent cyberattacks. Thomasville is about 30 minutes south of Winston-Salem, which had its own city systems knocked offline by a cyberattack in January. About three hours south in Georgia, the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office warned the counties it governs about phone and internet outages impacting its work. (TheRecord)
-Technology and Science-
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-Bitcoin Community-
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 61/100 (Even)
Analyst Comments (AC): The Israel-Iran conflict is taking center stage in world news. Rightfully so. Israel and the Jewish people are probably the most polarizing issue of the last 2,500 years.
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