BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 901,077
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 13Jun2025
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BLUF: Israel Bombs Iran / Ireland Riots Over Immigration / Sole Survivor in Indian Plane Crash / Appeals Court Allows NatGuard Troops To Stay Under Trump / 'Wrongly Deported' Salvadorian Brought Back to US to Face Charges in Tennessee / Senator Padilla Handcuffed for Interrupting DHS Sec Noem Press Conference / Coinbase's New BTC Rewards Card / Gold and USD Up, Markets Down on Iran Tensions / Internet Outage Affects Many / Meta AI is Privacy Disaster / New BTC Standard Browser Extension / Not Many BTC Left on US Exchanges
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,929, 30.62 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $108,439 / Lo: $102,822
Volume: $70B (Up 34%)
Mkt Cap: $2.08T (Down 2%)
HashRate: 932 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israel strikes Iran's nuclear facilities and kills senior military leaders, Iran retaliates with drones: At least 20 senior Iranian commanders including the head of the revolutionary guards, Aerospace Force Commander Amir Ali Hajizadeh, were killed in Israel's strikes on Iran. Israeli airstrikes on targets in the country eliminated Major General Hossein Salami, the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). “Veteran nuclear scientists Mohammad-Mehdi Tehranchi and Fereydoon Abbasi have also been martyred in the attack,”. Israel apparently also bombed one of the most prominent uranium enrichment facilities in the country, the Natanz facility, several times. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu identified the strikes as “Operation Rising Lion.” (Various)
2. Sex Crimes Spark Three Nights Of Anti-Immigration Riots In N. Ireland: In the wake of yet another alleged sex crime perpetrated by non-natives, a city in Northern Ireland has been rocked by three consecutive nights of anti-immigration riots. The ensuing wave of arson, vandalism and anti-police violence -- which has left more than 32 officers injured -- has spread from Ballymena to other towns, prompting authorities to deploy reinforcements from the area and to request 80 officers be dispatched from across the Irish Sea. (Zerohedge)
3. 'I walked out of rubble': Survivor on how he escaped Air India wreckage: The British man who was the sole survivor of Thursday's Air India plane crash said he managed to escape the wreckage through an opening in the fuselage. "I managed to unbuckle myself, used my leg to push through that opening, and crawled out," Vishwashkumar Ramesh told Indian state media DD News. (BBC)
-US Events-
1. Trump can keep National Guard deployed to Los Angeles for now, appeals court rules: Judge Breyer ruled that Trump's directive violated the Tenth Amendment and exceeded his legal authority, stating that protests in Los Angeles did not meet the criteria of a rebellion warranting federal troop deployment; subsequently, the 9th Circuit Court paused the enforcement of Breyer’s ruling pending the administration's appeal. (GroundNews)
2. Abrego Garcia's attorneys ask judge for sanctions against Trump administration: The Salvadoran native was brought back to the U.S. on Friday to face criminal charges in Tennessee, following a series of court battles in which the Trump administration repeatedly said it was unable to bring him back. Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran native who had been living with his wife and children in Maryland, was deported in March to El Salvador's CECOT mega-prison -- despite a 2019 court order barring his deportation to that country due to fear of persecution -- after the Trump administration claimed he was a member of the criminal gang MS-13, which his family and attorneys deny. (ABC)
3. Sen. Alex Padilla is forcibly removed from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference in Los Angeles: Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., was forcibly removed from a news conference in Los Angeles on Thursday after he tried to question Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a media event related to immigration. "We were conducting a press conference to update everyone on the enforcement actions that are ongoing to bring people bring peace to the city of Los Angeles, and this man burst into the room, started lunging towards the podium, interrupting me and elevating his voice, and was stopped, did not identify himself, and was removed from the room," Noem said.(NBC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
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-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Coinbase Announces Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card, Offering up to 4% BTC Back on Everything: Coinbase teams up with American Express to offer its first credit card, giving up to 4% back in Bitcoin—exclusively for Coinbase One subscribers. (BitcoinMag)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Oil And Gold Prices Surge Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions: Oil and gold prices soared as escalating conflict between Israel and Iran rattled global markets and raised fears of a broader geopolitical crisis. Brent crude surged nearly 10%, while WTI crude jumped 7.86% to $73.39 per barrel. Simultaneously, gold prices climbed over 1% to $3,445 per ounce, as investors sought safe-haven assets. (IBTimes)
2. $1.15 Billion Liquidated as Crypto Markets React to Israel-Iran Conflict: Bitcoin, which began the day trading upwards of $109k, is now valued at $104,067 — hitting a daily low of $102,700 before correcting. Altcoins followed suit, with Ethereum and Solana seeing near double-digit losses over the past 24 hours. (BitcoinSensus)
3. Dollar Rebounds on Safe-Haven Demand: The US dollar index climbed above 98.2 on Friday, rebounding from multi-year lows as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East fueled demand for safe-haven assets. (TradingEconomics)
4. US Producer Prices Lower than Forecasts: US producer prices edged up 0.1% month-over-month in May 2025, following an upwardly revised 0.2% fall in April and compared to forecasts of a 0.2% increase. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Massive Internet Outage Affects Spotify, Twitch, Google, and More: From about 2:30 p.m. ET on June 12, users began reporting that they could not access a range of well-known apps and sites such as Spotify, Discord, Twitch, and Nintendo Switch Online, among others.Two of the internet's biggest infrastructure providers, Cloudflare and Google Cloud, were affected by the downtime. (TechTimes)
2. Chinese Fugitive Arrested at Thailand Airport for Allegedly Stealing Millions in Bitcoin: A Chinese fugitive, Tianwei, was arrested at Don Mueang Airport while trying to flee to Singapore, ending a manhunt linked to millions in stolen Bitcoin. The arrest followed a month-long search initiated after two victims reported losing $6.15 million in Bitcoin to Tianwei. (Decrypt)
-Technology and Science-
1. The Meta AI app is a privacy disaster: Your browser history has been public all along, and you had no idea. That’s basically what it feels like right now on the new stand-alone Meta AI app, where swathes of people are publishing their ostensibly private conversations with the chatbot. some users appear blissfully unaware that they are sharing these text conversations, audio clips, and images publicly with the world. (TechCrunch)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Marty Bent's Opportunity Cost Extension Converts Prices to Bitcoin, Promoting Mass Adoption and Mindful Spending: The Opportunity Cost browser extension converts prices into Bitcoin and Sats, aiming to promote mass adoption and curb unnecessary purchases. (Decrypt) (AC-A Bitcoin standard is a mental model that is powerful and informative.)
2. Bitcoin liquidity moves to non-KYC exchanges as US reserves thin: A discreet migration of Bitcoin reserves is occurring, as more BTC finds refuge on offshore exchanges, outpacing the holdings on regulated U.S. platforms. (CryptoSlate)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 61/100 (Down 10 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The fact that gold rose and Bitcoin dropped during the announcement of hostilities in Iran show that there are still many 'traders' involved in Bitcoin, most of which do not understand it. The saying 'We are still early' is relevant here for Bitcoiners.
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 900,930
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 12Jun2025
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BLUF: Air India Dreamliner Crashes / IAEA Says Iran Not Complying on Nuclear / US Withdraws Some Diplomats, Families From Mideast Regions / Hamas Attacks, Kills Gaza Aid Workers / US Judge Says Foreign Columbia Student Must Be Released / ICE Riots Continue, Expand / GENIUS Stablecoin Act Passes Senate / Brazil Floats Bitcoin Mining Ban, Tax Transactions / Meta Stablecoin Ambition Draws Senators Attention / WorldCoin Project Teams With USDC / Gamestop Raises $1.75B For More BTC Presumably / Bank of America Explores Own Stablecoin / CPI Less Than Expected / Interpol Still Conducting Mass Surveillance / ChatGPT Questions Uses Watts and Water
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $106,984, 31.64 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $110,384 / Lo: $106,981
Volume: $54B (Up 5%)
Mkt Cap: $2.12T (Down 2%)
HashRate: 929 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Down 66%)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Air India flight to London crashes after take-off with over 240 people on board: The Boeing 787 aircraft took off from Ahmedabad airport at 1.39pm local time (8.09am BST), India’s civil aviation authority confirmed, but crashed just minutes later into a residential area. (IndependentUK)
2. UN nuclear watchdog board finds Iran not complying with nuclear obligations: A key issue cited is Iran’s failure to provide the IAEA with credible explanations of how uranium traces detected at undeclared sites in Iran came to be there, despite the agency having investigated the issue for years. Iran‘s Foreign Ministry and the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) announced in a joint statement that the country will build a new uranium enrichment facility “in a secure location”, adding that “other measures… will be announced later”. (ALJazeera)
3. US withdraws some diplomats and military families from Middle East amid Iran tensions: It’s not clear what is causing the sudden change in posture, but a defense official said US Central Command is monitoring “developing tension in the Middle East.” The State Department is also preparing to order the departure of non-essential personnel from the US embassies in Iraq, Bahrain and Kuwait due to increased security risks in the region, according to a separate US official and another source familiar with the matter. (CNN)
4. Hamas Attacks Bus of Workers from American Aid Group in Gaza; 5 Deaths; Hostages Possible: The Palestinian terrorist group Hamas attacked a bus full of aid workers with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) on Wednesday, killing at least five local Palestinians who worked with the group. (Breitbart)
-US Events-
1. Federal judge sides with anti-Israel ringleader Mahmoud Khalil, halts Trump administration's deportation bid: U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz on Wednesday granted a preliminary injunction preventing the government from detaining or removing Khalil, 30. "The government cannot claim an interest in enforcing what appears to be an unconstitutional law," Farbiarz wrote, adding that the threat to free speech raised serious First Amendment concerns. (Fox)
2. Dozens taken into custody on 2nd night of DTLA curfew as new protests pop up: A hearing is set for Thursday over Gov. Gavin Newsom's request to stop troops from coming to California amid anti-ICE protests after President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of roughly 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines to L.A. (KABC)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. U.S. Senate Votes 68–30 to Advance GENIUS Act Amid Warren’s Criticism: U.S. Senate votes 68–30 to advance GENIUS Act amid Warren’s criticism, as amendments are blocked and stablecoin concerns take center stage. She calls to block the bill, calling it a “national security threat” and “Trump’s corruption mechanism via stablecoins.” (BitcoinSensus)
2. Brazilian Party Proposes Bill to Restrict Bitcoin Mining and Tax Trading Activities: A new bill introduced by a deputy from President Lula’s political party proposes to allow only licensed entities to mine bitcoin in Brazil. The draft restricts cryptocurrency trading to licensed traders and establishes a daily tax on these activities. (BitcoinCom)
3. US Senators Raise Alarms Over Meta's Stablecoin Ambitions: Senators Warren and Blumenthal expressed concerns about Meta's stablecoin plans, warning of threats to competition and financial privacy. They highlighted the potential for Meta to consolidate economic power and control the U.S. money supply through stablecoins integrated into its platforms. (Decrypt) (AC-Meta may not have the best intentions, but is it up to the government or the marketplace to decide on usage?)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Biometric Crypto ID Project World Adds Native Support for USDC Stablecoin: Circle has announced the launch of its USDC stablecoin and Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) V2 on World Chain. This development allows the nearly two million users who previously held bridged USDC in their World App wallets to upgrade to native USDC issued directly by Circle, ensuring that their holdings are now fully backed by liquid cash and cash-equivalent assets. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Keep an eye on this surveillance, controlling project)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. GameStop files for $1.75 billion offering as bitcoin treasury takes hold: GameStop announced Wednesday it will offer $1.75 billion of 0.0% convertible senior notes, seemingly in a bid to raise money for potential bitcoin purchases. (TheBlock)
2. Bank of America eyes dollar-pegged stablecoin amid Senate fast-tracking GENIUS Act: Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan confirmed the lender plans to issue a dollar-pegged stablecoin and is working on an internal build conducted alongside other industry participants. (CryptoSlate)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Inflation Rate Rises Less than Expected: The annual inflation rate in the US rose for the first time in four months to 2.4% in May 2025 from April’s 2.3%, the lowest since 2021, but came in below expectations of 2.5%. (TradingEconomics)
2. Wall Street Pulls Back on Tentative US-China Deal: US stocks ended lower on Wednesday as investors took a breather from the recent rally, despite encouraging inflation data and a tentative US-China trade agreement. The S&P 500 slipped 0.3% to snap 3-day win streak, the Nasdaq lost 0.5%, and the Dow finished flat. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Dozens arrested across Asia in global infostealer malware crackdown: A global law enforcement crackdown on information-stealing malware led to the arrest of 32 suspects and the dismantling of more than 20,000 malicious IP addresses and domains linked to cybercrime. The operation, which ran from January to April, led to the arrest of 18 suspects in Vietnam who were allegedly involved in illegal cyber activities. (TheRecord) (AC-As more stories of globalized LE crackdowns happen, it becomes more obvious that mass surveillance of digital data is becoming entrenched.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Every ChatGPT Question Comes at a Cost: Enough Power for a Lightbulb and a Teaspoon of Water: In a recent blog post, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed that an average ChatGPT query uses the energy equivalent of high-efficiency lightbulb would use in a couple of minutes and 0.000085 gallons of water, which he described as 'roughly one-fifteenth of a teaspoon.' (IBTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 71/100 (Down 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, coupled with Israel’s recent strike on Hodeida, could drive commodity, financial and Bitcoin volatility. Iran’s threats to disrupt Persian Gulf shipping may spike also oil prices, impacting global markets and reinforcing Bitcoin’s appeal as a decentralized asset.
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 900,773
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 11Jun2025
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BLUF: US-China Trade Talks Reach Consensus / Israeli Navy Hits Yemen Port / FEMA to be Wound Down / LA Mayor Declares Small Area Curfew / Musk Expresses 'Regret' for Posts / Russia to Fine Solo Crypto Miners / Stablecoin CLARITY Act Heads to House / Connecticut Bans Government Crypto Involvement / Ukraine to Vote on Crypto Reserves / CPI Data Today / Courts to Settle 23&Me Genetic Data Debate / Predator Drone Seen Over LA / SpaceX Delays ISS Crew Launch / Bitcoin Nodes for Economic Purposes
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $109,302, 32.77 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $110,380 / Lo: $108,367
Volume: $51B (Down 10%)
Mkt Cap: $2.17T (Even)
HashRate: 903 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 3 sats/vBtye (Up 200%)
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-International Events-
1. US-China talks end with plan for Trump and Xi to approve: The US and China say they have agreed in principle to a framework for de-escalating trade tensions between the world's two biggest economies. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the deal should result in restrictions on rare earth minerals and magnets being resolved. (BBC)
2. Israeli navy attacks rebel-held Yemeni port city of Hodeida, a first in the conflict: Israel’s navy attacked docks in Yemen’s rebel-held port city of Hodeida on Tuesday, launching its first seaborne assault against the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels while warning more could come. The Israeli military said missile boats carried out the attack. (AP)
-US Events-
1. Trump says FEMA to be wound down after hurricane season: The FEMA Review Council, created by Trump, will lead reforms to shift disaster response funding directly to the president’s office and reduce FEMA's role. The disaster relief fund holds $13 billion expected to last through September 30, while the White House requested $26 billion for next fiscal year disaster funding. (GroundNews)
2. LA Mayor Declares Local Emergency, Issues A Curfew For Downtown Los Angeles: LA mayor Karen Bass announced that a curfew will be put into effect for one square mile of downtown Los Angeles following four nights of violent, chaotic protests and looting, during which the LAPD arrested more than 150 people. (ZeroHedge)
3. Elon Musk Expresses ‘Regret’ for Posts About Trump — ‘They Went Too Far’: A contrite Elon Musk said he is sorry Wednesday for recent social media posts about President Donald Trump and expressed remorse for his actions. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Russia to Fine Illegal Crypto Mining – Penalties Up to 2M Rubles ($25K): For individuals, participation in mining without meeting the established requirements will result in a fine of 100,000 to 200,000 rubles and the confiscation of the mined tokens. Penalties will also affect the field of settlements. Any use of digital currency as a means of payment outside experimental legal regimes will entail fines. (BitcoinSensus) (AC-The action signals the establishment of a Russian 'crypto' centralization for the purposes of dismantling the USD leadership. Economic freedom of citizens is not a priority.)
2. Crypto Regulation Clarity Act Heads to House Floor for Vote: The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act has passed through two House committees, with bipartisan support, and is now set for a full floor vote. The bill aims to redefine crypto regulation in the U.S., shifting oversight powers from the SEC to the CFTC. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Connecticut Bans Government Crypto Investments: Connecticut prohibits state and local governments from holding or accepting crypto. The new law, set to take effect in October 2025, blocks state and local authorities from buying, holding, or accepting digital assets. (Blockonomi) (AC- TDS reaction?)
2. Crypto asset reserve bill lands in Ukraine’s parliament: Although the bill would allow the National Bank of Ukraine to acquire crypto assets like Bitcoin as part of state reserves, it would not require the bank to do so. (CoinTelegraph)
-Institutional Concerns-
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-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Steady Ahead of Inflation Data: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held steady at 4.47% on Wednesday, pausing after two consecutive declines, as investors turned cautious ahead of the latest CPI report. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P 500 Posts 3rd Day Winning Streak: US stocks finished higher on Tuesday as investors kept a close watch on US-China trade talks, buoyed by comments from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who said negotiations were going “really, really well.” The S&P 500 climbed 0.5%, marking 3rd day wining streak, while the Dow added 105 points and the Nasdaq advanced 0.6%. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. States Challenge 23andMe Over Genetic Data Sale in Bankruptcy Deal: 27 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit against 23andMe, aiming to block the company from selling customers' personal DNA information without their consent. Regeneron, a pharmaceutical company, states that it intends to acquire 23andMe and assures that it will comply with all applicable privacy rules and laws. To help review the deal, a court-appointed privacy ombudsman has been tasked with investigating how the sale might impact users' personal information. That report is expected to be submitted to the court by Tuesday. (IBTimes)
2. Predator Drone Overwatch in LA Sparks Outrage: Is Trump Testing Martial Law Tactics in Blue America?: Flight trackers and aircraft data showed that an MQ-9 Reaper, a military-rated drone often employed in foreign combat areas, flew over LA during political protests. (TechTimes)
-Technology and Science-
1. NASA, Partners Delay Axiom Mission 4, Reviewing ISS Launch Date: NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX are standing down from the launch opportunity on Wednesday, June 11, of Axiom Mission 4 to the International Space Station to allow additional time for SpaceX teams to repair a liquid oxygen leak identified during post-static fire Falcon 9 rocket inspections. (NASAgov)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Economic Bitcoin Nodes: Why You Need To Use Your Node For It To Matter: A node that is not being used for economics purposes is completely irrelevant to the consensus rules of the Bitcoin network at large. It creates no economic pressure, imposes no opportunity cost, on the rest of the network when it alters its consensus rules. It is indistinguishable from a participant in a sybil attack. Your node doesn’t matter, unless you use it. So use it. (BItcoinMag) (AC-A good description of node purposes and mechanics on the system whole. A good read for all Bitcoiners.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 72/100 (Up 1 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): The Crypto Regulation Clarity Act’s advancement to a House vote signals a pivotal shift toward CFTC oversight, potentially easing regulatory burdens on Bitcoin and fostering institutional adoption. The continued push to institutionalize Bitcoin will highlight the debate on ultimate purposes of Satoshi's dream.
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 900,478
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 09Jun2025
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BLUF: Greta Arrested Near Israel / Russia Advances in Ukraine / LA ICE Riots Surreal, National Guard Mobilized by Trump, Nationwide Protests Planned / BRICS May Target Dollar Dominance in July / Saylor Downplays Quantum Threat / OpenAI Takes Down State Actors on ChatGPT / Polymarket and X Team Up to Predict the Future / Bitcoin 'Family' Spreads Keys Worldwide / Bitcoin Core Goes Neutral on Spam
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $107,650, 32.49 oz Gold, .25 Median US House
24hr Hi: $107,475 / Lo: $105,400
Volume: $45B (Up 24%)
Mkt Cap: $2.13T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 882 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 100%)
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-International Events-
1. IDF prevents aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg, other activists from reaching Gaza: Israeli forces have stopped a Gaza-bound aid boat and detained Greta Thunberg and other activists on board, enforcing a longstanding blockade of the Palestinian territory that has been tightened during the war with Hamas. (ABC)
2. Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers: Russia said on Sunday its forces had advanced to the edge of the east-central Ukrainian region of Dnipropetrovsk amid a public row between Moscow and Kyiv over peace negotiations and the return of thousands of bodies of soldiers who fell in the war. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. Gov. Newsom Formally Requests Rescinding of National Guard Amid Los Angeles Protests: Governor Gavin Newsom called on the federal government to cancel the use of 2,000 National Guard members sent to Los Angeles in response to the ongoing demonstrations. The deployment followed two days of protests against federal ICE immigration raids, with Newsom and others arguing the National Guard was activated without his consent, which they called unlawful under federal law. (GroundNews)
2. Los Angeles Warzone: "Insurrectionist Mobs" Attack Cops, Set Fires, Block 101 Freeway: What began as an anti–Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protest, coordinated by rogue Marxist-aligned nonprofits, on Friday night in downtown Los Angeles quickly spiraled into riots and chaos, escalating by Sunday into what sure seems like 'insurrectionist behavior' against the federal government. What appears evident is that elements within the Democratic Party—from local L.A. leaders to D.C. elites, along with the law firms behind their sprawling dark-funded leftist NGO network—are orchestrating a coordinated color revolution. (ZeroHedge)
3. 'No Kings' Anti-Trump Protest Planned for President's Birthday: The protests, organized by the 50501 Movement (50 protests, 50 states, one movement) and other groups, are targeting a military parade that is set to be held in the nation's capital on June 14, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday, the Army's 250th birthday and Flag Day. (Newsweeek) (AC-The protest in trending on X, and with the organized protests in LA, this trend may well continue into the summer, no matter the outcome of National Guard in LA.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
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-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Ron Paul Expects BRICS to End Dollar Dominance With New July Strategy: "In July, the BRICS nations will meet in Rio de Janeiro to unveil their most ambitious plan yet: To create an alternative to the dollar-based financial system that has dominated global trade for 80 years." Ron Paul posted on X. (BitcoinCom)
-Institutional Concerns-
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-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Advance: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held steady around 4.5% on Monday, maintaining its recent advance as investors geared up for a week filled with high-impact economic data and trade developments. (TradingEconomics)
2. U.S.-China Trade Talks to Resume in London Today: Senior officials from the U.S. and China are set to begin a new round of talks in London today, signaling easing trade tensions. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Michael Saylor Downplays BTC's Quantum Threat: The Bitcoin network will eventually do a software upgrade that will nullify the quantum threat to BTC, Strategy's Michael Saylor recently said on CNBC. (CoinDesk)
2. OpenAI takes down ChatGPT accounts linked to state-backed hacking, disinformation: State-backed threat actors from a handful of countries are now using ChatGPT for illicit purposes ranging from malware refinement to employment scams and social media disinformation campaigns, OpenAI said this week. (TheRecord) (AC-Who are the winners? Losers?)
-Technology and Science-
1. Drones, AI and Blockchain Are Transforming Sustainable Farming in Malaysia: An AgriTech initiative in Malaysia integrates drones, AI, and blockchain to support sustainable farming and technological innovation. This partnership aims to create a blueprint for efficient, sustainable agriculture on over 490,000 acres of palm plantations. (Forbes)
2. X and Polymarket Collaborate on a Real-time Tool for Market Insights and Predictions: A real-time tool has been launched by X and Polymarket to provide live insights into market-influencing events. The tool combines data from X, predictions from Polymarket, and explanations from xAI’s chatbot Grok. (Decrypt)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. ‘Bitcoin Family’ revamps security after crypto crime wave: Didi Taihuttu, patriarch of the so-called “Bitcoin Family,” has overhauled his digital asset security setup following a wave of violent attacks targeting crypto holders. The family, known for going all-in on Bitcoin in 2017, now hides portions of their private keys across four continents. In a CNBC interview, Taihuttu said he now uses a hybrid approach instead of relying solely on hardware wallets. (CoinTelegraph)
2. Bitcoin network transaction activity reaches lowest level since Oct. 2023: The seven-day moving average number of transactions on the Bitcoin network hit a 19-month low recently, according to The Block’s data. (TheBlock)
3. Bitcoin Core Endorses Openness for Nonfinancial Transactions: Bitcoin Core, the most widely used full-node implementation within the Bitcoin ecosystem, has released an official statement clarifying its stance on the inclusion of nonfinancial data in blockchain transactions. Backed by over 30 contributing developers, the statement emphasized the project’s commitment to Bitcoin’s foundational principle of being a censorship-resistant system, acknowledging that such a network would naturally support use cases that may not gain universal approval. (CoinTrust)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 62/100 (Up 18 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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BLUF: Putin Skips Ukraine Talks / Pakistan-India Ceasefire Tenuous / Last Hamas US Hostage Goes Home / House Ag Bill Tightens SNAP Requirements / DBI Gabbard Fires Politicized Intel Officers / Crypto P2P Exempt From Remittance Tax / Largest Online Marketplace Haowang Shut Down / Ukraine Looks at Strategic Bitcoin Reserve / Mastercard Picks Up Crypto Payments / Spy Devices Found on Chinese Solar Units in US / Tether's New Decentralyzed AI Will Transact in BTC and USDT / Solar Flares Impact Some Comms / Most UK Bitcoiners HODL
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $102,382, 32.18 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $104,303 / Lo: $101,540
Volume: $45 (Down 12%)
Mkt Cap: $2.03T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 855 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 4 sats/vBtye (Up 100%)
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-International Events-
1. Putin to skip Ukraine talks as confusion swirls in Turkey: Ukraine and Russia may hold talks in Turkey today but there is confusion over who, if anyone, will attend. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin won’t be taking part, despite calling the talks himself. Kyiv and Moscow are not known to have held direct talks at any level since soon after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. (CNN)
2. Pakistan Commits to India Ceasefire but Vows Response to Aggression: Pakistan reiterated its commitment to a ceasefire with India but warned of retaliation if attacked, amid ongoing tensions. The statement follows recent hostilities and a ceasefire agreement, with both nations expelling diplomats. (Reuters)
3. Last U.S. Hostage in Gaza Is Reunited With Parents: ‘We Never Lost Hope’: Edan Alexander was 19 when he left New Jersey to serve in the Israel Defense Forces. Edan Alexander was kept hostage underground for 583 days in the tunnels beneath Gaza. After he was released on Monday evening, he stood in a plain white room on an Israeli military base as his mother rushed in. (NYTimes)
-US Events-
1. House GOP Agriculture bill advances out of committee: The legislation directs states to cover a portion of SNAP benefit costs, narrows eligibility requirements for the program, and aims to prevent the federal government from being able to increase monthly benefits in the future. Work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents would also tighten under the plan. (TheHill) (AC-Not sure why SNAP issues are included in an agriculture bill.)
2. DNI Gabbard fires two senior intelligence officials focused on assessing threats to US: Gabbard fired Mike Collins, the acting chair, and his deputy, Maria Langan-Riekhof, on Tuesday. The dismissals come as Gabbard has vowed to root out what she has described as politicization of the intelligence community, and launched a war on leaks to the media that critics say is hollowing out the intelligence community of needed expertise from experienced professionals. (CNN)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Crypto P2P Transfers Dodge 5% Remittance Fee in New Tax Plan Proposal: The newly proposed 5% remittance tax, tucked into the House’s “Big Beautiful” tax reform bill, could have significant implications for cryptocurrency holders in America. One of the bill’s most controversial additions is the proposed 5% remittance tax, which has major implications for cryptocurrency users. While the tax applies to traditional remittance providers like PayPal and MoneyGram, it exempts peer-to-peer crypto transactions—a loophole that could boost digital asset adoption. (BItcoinSensus)
2. World's largest illicit online marketplace Haowang shuts down after Telegram intervention: Haowang Guarantee, a Telegram-based illicit marketplace and money laundering channel, announced its closure earlier this week. Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic said Haowang was the largest-ever illicit online marketplace, processing over $27 billion in USDT transactions. (TheBlock)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Ukraine plans first-of-its-kind Bitcoin reserves with reported support from Binance: According to Ukrainian media outlet Incrypted, Member of Parliament Yaroslav Zhelezniak confirmed that a draft law is being developed to support the initiative. (CryptoSlate)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Mastercard Teams With MoonPay in Latest Stablecoin Tie-Up: A new partnership between Mastercard and a crypto company, MoonPay, will enable users and businesses to conduct transactions using stablecoins globally. The collaboration leverages infrastructure from Iron, a stablecoin payment firm acquired by MoonPay. Despite regulatory uncertainties, card networks are increasingly embracing stablecoin technology for various financial applications. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Holds Advance: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held steady around 4.53% on Thursday, maintaining recent gains as easing global trade tensions dampened demand for safe-haven assets. (TradingEconomics)
2. Nasdaq Rises on Chip Rally: US stocks ended mixed on Wednesday as investors weighed evolving trade policies and recent strength in the tech sector. The S&P 500 added 0.1% after erasing its losses for the year, while the Dow slipped 89 points and the Nasdaq 100 rose 0.7%, boosted by gains in major chipmakers. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. U.S. Engineers Find ‘Rogue Communication Devices’ in Chinese Solar Panels: U.S. engineers have discovered mysterious, undocumented communication devices lurking in some Chinese-made solar power inverters and batteries. “The rogue components provide additional, undocumented communication channels that could allow firewalls to be circumvented remotely, with potentially catastrophic consequences,” said Reuters’ sources. (Reuters)
-Technology and Science-
1. Meet 'QVAC': Tether’s Decentralized AI God in Your Pocket: Stablecoin giant Tether's new QVAC AI platform takes aim at Big Tech and lets agents run independently, transacting in Bitcoin and USDT. Tether says AI developed using its QVAC framework can run entirely on user devices and claims its QVAC architecture is designed to support trillions of AI agents. The company will release an open-source software development kit later this year. (Decrypt)
2. Blackouts Around The World As X Class Solar Flare Hits Earth: Three solar flares have erupted from sunspot region 4087 since yesterday. The latest was the largest of the year so far. "Flares of this magnitude are not frequent," they note, adding "users of high frequency (HF) radio signals may experience temporary degradation or complete loss of signal on much of the sunlit side of Earth." (IFLScience)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Most UK Bitcoin Holders Have Never Sold: The 2024 UK Customer Report by CoinCorner reveals that 51% of customers have never sold their Bitcoin, opting for small, frequent purchases and larger sales during price surges. Demographics challenge stereotypes, with 56% of users aged 35-54, and London leading in user count and transaction volume. (BitcoinMag)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Down 3 pts)
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BLUF: US Lifts Syria Sanctions / US-Saudi Deal Announced / Gaza Faces Starvation / Columbia Joins Chinas Belt and Road / US Judge Indicted on Harboring Charges / Trump's Alien Enemies Invocation Upheld in Court / US Senators Push for Corporate Tax Exemption on Digital Asset Holdings / Trump's Crypto Ties May Be Hurting Legislation / Largest One-Day Bitcoin Exodus From Exchanges in 2025 / Twenty-One Company Prepares to Play / Dollar Down, Stocks Up / Another Wrench Attack in France Draws Attention / Alabama Gov Offices Under Cyberattack / AI Helping Those Who Use It / OP_RETURN Battle Foremost For Bitcoiners
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $104,072, 32.23 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $104,997 / Lo: $102,895
Volume: $51 (Down 11%)
Mkt Cap: $2.06T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 856 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Down 50%)
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-International Events-
1. Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions, Secures $600 Billion Saudi Deal: President Trump announced the U.S. will lift long-standing sanctions on Syria and secured a $600 billion investment commitment from Saudi Arabia during a Gulf tour focused on economic partnerships. (Reuters)
2. Some IDF officers warn Gaza could face starvation in weeks without new aid: Some officers in the Israeli military have concluded that Gaza could face widespread starvation if the delivery of food aid is not restored in the coming weeks, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing three Israeli defense officials familiar with conditions in the Strip. Israel cut off aid to Gaza on March 2, following the collapse of a hostage-ceasefire release deal, amid an effort to pressure the Hamas terror group into releasing more captives. (TimesofIsrael)
3. Colombia Joins Belt And Road Initiative As China Courts Latin America: Colombia's foreign ministry hailed the agreement as a "historic step that opens up new opportunities for investment, technological cooperation, and sustainable development for both countries". China has surpassed the United States as the biggest trading partner of Brazil, Peru, Chile and other Latin American nations, and two-thirds of countries there have signed up to Chinese leader Xi Jinping's Belt and Road infrastructure drive. (IBTimes)
-US Events-
1. Federal grand jury indicts Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan: The FBI arrested Dugan on federal obstruction charges last month, after they alleged she helped an undocumented migrant avoid immigration agents who were trying to arrest him after his appearance in her courtroom. The indictment claims that Judge Dugan directed immigration agents to leave the location of the planned arrest and go to the Chief Judge's office, and instructed Ruiz and his attorney to exit the courtroom through a non-public jury door. (WISN)
2. Judge upholds Trump's authority to deport criminal migrants under Alien Enemies Act: A federal judge on Tuesday said the Trump administration can invoke the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport criminal illegal immigrant members of the Venezuelan Tren De Aragua gang, but that it has not given adequate prior notice to those subject to removal, before those deportations can take place, which would allow possible due process and habeas legal challenges. (Fox)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. U.S. Senators Request Treasury Exemption for Unrealized Crypto Gains from CAMT: Senators Lummis and Moreno propose exempting unrealized crypto gains from Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT). FASB’s 2023 accounting rule requires fair value reporting of digital assets, creating potential tax burden on unrealized gains. (Blockonomi)
2. Trump’s crypto influence scrutinized as stablecoin legislation stalls in Congress: Trump’s deepening ties to crypto projects are raising ethical questions as regulation efforts stall. The president’s memecoin and stablecoin connections have complicated bipartisan talks on digital asset laws. (TheBlock) (AC-This issue highlights the subversive nature of memecoins and altcoins in relation to Bitcoin's transparency.)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Bitcoin ETFs Cling to Inflow Momentum With $5 Million Net Gain: Bitcoin ETFs marked their fourth straight day of inflows, narrowly holding ground with a $5 million net gain led solely by Blackrock’s IBIT. (BitcoinCom)
2. $1B Bitcoin exits Coinbase in a day as analysts warn of supply shock: On May 9, Coinbase saw 9,739 Bitcoin, worth more than $1 billion, withdrawn from the exchange — the highest net outflow recorded in 2025. “In 2025 alone, corporations have bought four times more Bitcoin than all US spot Bitcoin ETFs combined, which is crazy,” he said. “We’re close to 200,000 Bitcoin already, which is the annual supply of new Bitcoin.” (CoinTelegraph)
3. Bitcoin Treasury Company Twenty One Has $459M in BTC Coming via Tether: Tether purchased nearly $459 million worth of Bitcoin for Twenty One's treasury, to be sold at the same price post-merger. The new Bitcoin company, formed by Tether, Bitfinex, Cantor Fitzgerald, and SoftBank Group, plans to launch with over 42,000 Bitcoin. (Decrypt)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Dollar Holds Decline as Inflation Cools: The US dollar index hovered around 100.9 on Wednesday, after falling nearly 1% in the previous session, pressured by weaker-than-expected inflation data that signaled only a limited impact from President Donald Trump’s tariffs. (TradingEconomics)
2. S&P Turns Positive for 2025, Nvidia Fuels Tech Gains: Wall Street extended its rally on Tuesday as easing US-China trade tensions and softer inflation data boosted investor confidence. The S&P 500 closed 0.7% higher, reclaiming positive territory for 2025, while the Nasdaq 100 jumped 1.6%, driven by a sharp rebound in chipmakers.(TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. French interior minister to meet with crypto businesses after recent kidnappings: On Tuesday, the daughter and grandson of a French cryptocurrency entrepreneur narrowly escaped a kidnap attempt by armed men in central Paris. The Interior Ministry meeting is scheduled for Friday, officials said. (LeMonde)
2. Alabama says ‘cybersecurity event’ could disrupt state government services: Alabama’s governor said the state is responding to a “cybersecurity event” and is advising residents to be patient with any disruptions to government website access or other communications. (TheRecord)
-Technology and Science-
1. Your A.I. Radiologist Will Not Be With You Soon: Experts predicted that artificial intelligence would steal radiology jobs. But at the Mayo Clinic, the technology has been more friend than foe. Today, radiologists — the physician specialists in medical imaging who look inside the body to diagnose and treat disease — are still in high demand. (NYTimes)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. OP_RETURN Limits: Bitcoin’s Battle Over Arbitrary Data: An OP_RETURN debate flared up in the Bitcoin industry in recent weeks and has by now invaded most conversation spaces within the industry. Spearheaded by Peter Todd, though supported by many Bitcoin Core contributors, the removal of the OP_RETURN limit represents a harm reduction approach to the problem of spam and arbitrary data on Bitcoin. The opposition, led by Luke Dashjr, not only wants to keep the OP_RETURN limit in place and retain the datacarrier size but proposes further mempool policy restrictions on arbitrary data and “non-monetary” transactions on Bitcoin. (BitcoinMag) (AC-The article is a good primer on the debate complete with opposing agendas and viewpoints.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 73/100 (Up 3 pts)
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BLUF: US-China Tariff Deal Begins / Trump in Mid-East / India's Modi Says Truce Temporary / GOP House Bill Affects Many / South African Refugees Come to US / Arizona Says No to Bitcoin / Dubai Implements Crypto Payments / Coinbase Joins S&P 500 / Nakamoto Holdings Merges with KindlyMD / Wall Street Booms / Blackrock Notes Quantum Risk To Bitcoin / House Proposes 10-year Ban on State AI Regulation
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $103,853, 31.99 oz Gold, .24 Median US House
24hr Hi: $104,607 / Lo: $100,814
Volume: $57 (Up 7%)
Mkt Cap: $2.76T (Up 1%)
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-International Events-
1. U.S. and China Implement Tariff Reduction Deal: The U.S. and China began implementing a 90-day agreement to slash tariffs, with U.S. levies on Chinese goods reduced from 145% to 30% and Chinese levies on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%. The deal, negotiated in Geneva, aims to de-escalate the trade war. (Reuters)
2. US President Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh for first stop on four-day Gulf tour: Trump met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss Iran, Gaza, oil prices, Gulf investments in U.S. Technology sectors, and a Gulf Cooperation Council summit. The visit aims to strengthen U.S.-Gulf ties, promote investments exceeding $2 trillion, and potentially ease Syria sanctions while addressing ongoing regional crises. (GroundNews)
3. India’s Modi says fighting ‘only paused’ in wake of conflict with Pakistan: The ultranationalist Hindu leader said in New Delhi that his government will not make a distinction between governments that support “terrorism” and “terrorist groups”. He said India would “retaliate on its own terms” if there is any future “terror” attack on the country. (AlJazeera)
-US Events-
1. Trump Rallies GOP To Back 'Big, Beautiful Bill' As House Releases 389-Page Text: On Monday, the house GOP released a draft of the bill which confirms several core policy pillars. Among the most consequential is a 5% remittance tax on international money transfers, designed to fund border security, which includes a new refundable credit for verified U.S. senders and strict compliance rules. The legislation also introduces a new federal income tax deduction for qualified tips and overtime compensation through 2028. (ZeroHedge) (AC-There are numerous provisions in the draft tax bill resulting in myriad consequences for Americans. The final bill will surely differ from today's version.)
2. South African Refugees Arrive in U.S. Under Trump Plan: The first 49 white South Africans, deemed victims of racial discrimination, arrived in the U.S. under a Trump administration refugee plan, sparking debate over immigration policy. (Reuters)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Arizona Governor Hobbs Vetoes Bills for State Crypto Funds But Signs Law Regulating ATMs: Gov. Hobbs vetoed bills proposing the establishment of a Digital Assets Strategic Reserve Fund and allocating state funds to Bitcoin. She signed a bill regulating crypto ATMs, requiring operators to display fraud warnings and comply with anti-money laundering protocols. (Decrypt)
2. Dubai’s finance department signs MOU with Crypto(.)com to enable crypto payments for government services: Crypto payments will be converted to Emirati dirhams, aiming to boost Dubai’s fintech economy by $2.1 billion annually. (TheBlock)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Coinbase to Join S&P 500 Index on May 19, First Crypto Company to Achieve Milestone: CEO Brian Armstrong called the inclusion a validation that “crypto is here to stay”. Coinbase shares rose 8.8% to $225.4 in after-hours trading following the announcement. (Blockonomi)
2. Nakamoto Holdings and KindlyMD Merge to Create a Bitcoin Treasury, Raising $710 Million for Adoption: Nakamoto Holdings and KindlyMD have formed a new Bitcoin treasury, raising $710 million through private investment and convertible notes. The merger aims to accelerate Bitcoin adoption globally, with David Bailey as the CEO. KindlyMD, a healthcare firm, will maintain its focus on combating the opioid crisis. (Decrypt) (AC- "Adoption" of Bitcoin once meant the use of it as a means of exchange, but growing use of Bitcoin as a company's treasury, or store of value, is morphing the term in media discourse. "Adoption" of Bitcoin now means different things to new and old holders of Bitcoin.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Wall Street Soars on US-China Tariff Truce: US stocks roared higher on Monday after the US and China agreed to temporarily slash tariffs, easing fears of a prolonged trade war and possible recession. The S&P 500 jumped 3.2% and the Nasdaq 100 soared 4%, while the Dow Jones surged 1,160 points. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called the weekend negotiations in Switzerland “very productive,” confirming both sides would cut tariffs, the US to 30% and China to 10%, for 90 days. (TradingEconomics)
2. US 10-Year Yield Holds Up Amid US-China Deal: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held near 4.45% on Tuesday, close to a one-month high, as easing trade tensions between the US and China reduced demand for safe-haven assets. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. BlackRock flags quantum computing as risk for Bitcoin ETFs: Emerging technologies, including quantum computing, could potentially render the cryptography securing Bitcoin and other blockchain networks ineffective, asset manager BlackRock said in a regulatory filing. (CoinTelegraph)
-Technology and Science-
1. House GOP proposes 10-year ban on state AI regulations: The bill text from the House Energy and Commerce Committee would bar states from enforcing laws or regulations governing AI models, AI systems or automated decision systems. The bill aligns with the administration’s emphasis on AI innovation instead of regulation. (TheHill)
-Bitcoin Community-
NSTR
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Even)
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