BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 911,930
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 27AUG2025
Precedence: Routine FNG (RR)
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BLUF: Trump's 50% tariff on India kicks in/ Heavy Rainfall in India’s Himalayas/ Drone Debris Sparks Roof Fire in Rostov-on-Don/ U.S. Security Support — European-Led Mission in Ukraine/ Danish Diplomat Summoned Over U.S. Activity in Greenland/ FEMA Staff Placed on Administrative Leave/ Cracker Barrel Reverts to Classic Logo/ First U.S. Case of New World Screwworm Confirmed/ U.S. Economic Data Goes On-Chain/ Trump Media & Crypto.com Launch $6.4B CRO Treasury Firm/ U.S. Security & Privacy Breach — Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE/ Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE/ Meta Superintelligence Labs Faces Key Departures/ Teen’s Parents Sue OpenAI Over ChatGPT’s Role
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,292 32.96 oz Gold, .26 Median US House
24hr Hi: $112,399 / Lo: $109,337
Volume: $37.70 B
Mkt Cap: $2.21 T
HashRate: 970 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 1 sats/vBtye (Even)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Trump's 50% tariff on India kicks in as Modi urges self-reliance
U.S. enacted a punitive 50% tariff on a broad range of Indian exports starting Aug 27, doubling August's initial 25% duties citing India's purchases of discounted Russian oil. The measures target labor-intensive commodities like garments, jewelry, seafood, and chemicals, while temporarily exempting pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. Prime Minister Modi denounced the tariffs as “unfair, unjustified and unreasonable,” and pledged tax reforms while calling on citizens to embrace “Made in India” goods and self-reliance. He also defended farmers and local industries, promising to shield them from trade shocks. A planned U.S. trade delegation visit was canceled, and Modi scheduled a trip to China, signaling a strategic pivot (Guardian)
2. Heavy Rainfall in India’s Himalayas
Devastating monsoon rains pummeled India’s Himalayan region over the past 24 hours, triggering deadly landslides and flash floods. A landslide near the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route in Jammu and Kashmir’s Katra area claimed at least 30 lives and caused extensive disruption. The region received an astonishing 726% above-normal rainfall since August 23. Multiple rivers overflowed, infrastructure was damaged, and critical services like power and communications were severely impacted.
(AP)
3. Drone Debris Sparks Roof Fire in Rostov-on-Don
Russian air defenses intercepted and destroyed 10 Ukrainian drones over the Rostov region. Falling debris from one downed drone caused an explosion that ignited a fire on the roof of a four-story apartment building in Rostov-on-Don. The fire prompted the evacuation of 15 residents. Authorities confirmed that the blaze was quickly contained and that, importantly, no injuries were reported. (Yahoo)
4. U.S. Security Support — European-Led Mission in Ukraine
The United States has informed its allies that it stands ready to provide an array of military enablers—including intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), command-and-control systems, air defense assets, and aircraft—to bolster a European-led postwar security mission in Ukraine. The plan envisages U.S. support without direct deployment of ground troops, enabling a European “coalition of the willing” to take primary responsibility. The proposed U.S. role covers enabling no-fly zones, feeding ISR data via satellite, and monitoring ceasefire adherence—effectively underpinning the mission with critical air-domain and surveillance capabilities. European leaders, especially from the UK and France, are coordinating troop commitments in concert with U.S. strategic support (FT)
-US Events-
1. U.S. Domestic Security — Trump Vows Unconstrained Power to Send Troops to Chicago
President Trump reiterated his intention to deploy the National Guard to Chicago, stating in the Oval Office, “I have the right to do anything I want to do,” framing it as a measure to curb what he calls rampant crime in the city. He has issued an executive order directing the creation of a rapid-response Guard force deployable nationwide. Chicago officials—Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor J.B. Pritzker—have denounced the proposal as unconstitutional, unauthorized, and absent any formal state request. (Politico)
2. Danish Diplomat Summoned Over U.S. Activity in Greenland
Denmark has summoned the U.S. ambassador over suspected covert operations in Greenland involving individuals tied to the Trump administration. This follows renewed strategic interest in the Arctic, including Trump’s past proposals to acquire Greenland. Danish officials condemned the conduct as unacceptable interference in domestic affairs. (Reuters)
3. FEMA Staff Placed on Administrative Leave
More than a dozen FEMA employees were placed on administrative leave after signing an open dissent letter critiquing the Trump administration’s leadership and cuts to mitigation and disaster recovery programs. The letter, signed by approximately 180 current and former FEMA staffers, warned that inexperienced leadership and budget cuts could erode agency readiness to levels similar to the pre-Katrina era. Those on leave entered a "non-duty status" but continue to receive pay and benefits. (AP)
4. Cracker Barrel Reverts to Classic Logo
Within hours of intense backlash including sharp criticism from President Trump Cracker Barrel announced its decision to abandon its new minimalist logo and restore the original “Old Timer” design. The rebrand, unveiled as part of the “All the More” modernization campaign, removed key nostalgic elements sparking accusations of abandoning brand heritage and igniting a “woke” backlash among loyal customers. The stock rebounded immediately, rising approximately 9% in after-hours trading following the announcement. (Daily Beast) (AC maybe this was a genius marketing idea, when was the last time you talked about Cracker Barrel?)
5. First U.S. Case of New World Screwworm Confirmed
The CDC confirmed the first U.S. human case this year of New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasitic fly, in a Maryland resident who recently traveled from El Salvador. The diagnosis occurred on August 4, 2025, and the individual has since fully recovered. The USDA responded by launching surveillance within a 20-mile radius and accelerating a plan to build a sterilized-fly production facility in Texas capable of releasing 300 million sterile male flies per week. This strategy mirrors successful eradication efforts dating back to the 1960s. Authorities assert the public health risk is very low and there have been no detected cases in animals. (Reuters)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. U.S. Economic Data Goes On-Chain
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced during a White House Cabinet meeting that it will begin publishing key economic statistics including Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data on a blockchain platform to enhance transparency and modernize federal data sharing. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick described the initiative as the first step, with expectations to expand the system across other government agencies once the technical details are finalized. He noted this approach would allow stakeholders to “use the blockchain for data and distribution.” (Cointelegraph) (AC: Eye roll)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Trump Media & Crypto.com Launch $6.4B CRO Treasury Firm
Trump Media & Technology Group has formed a partnership with Crypto.com and Yorkville Acquisition Corp. to launch Trump Media Group CRO Strategy, Inc., a publicly traded treasury firm focused on holding Cronos (CRO) tokens. The venture is backed by approximately $6.4 billion in funding. Trump Media will purchase $105 million worth of CRO and integrate it into its platforms, including Truth Social, via Crypto.com's wallet infrastructure. Crypto.com, in return, is investing $50 million in Trump Media stock. (CoinDesk)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. U.S. Security & Privacy Breach — Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE
A whistleblower complaint from SSA Chief Data Officer Charles Borges alleges that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) copied the entire Social Security Administration database containing names, birthdates, and Social Security numbers of over 300 million Americans onto a cloud server lacking proper security controls and oversight. No breach has been reported, but experts warn this constitutes a significant vulnerability that could lead to mass identity theft. (AP)
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-Security Concerns-
1. U.S. Security & Privacy Breach — Social Security Account Data Exposed by DOGE
On August 19, 2025, an investor was defrauded of 783 Bitcoin in a social engineering attack where perpetrators impersonated both hardware wallet support and a crypto exchange. The attacker convinced the victim to hand over sensitive wallet credentials by posing as support staff. This allowed them to transfer the full amount in one go. Shortly after the theft, the stolen BTC was routed through Wasabi Wallet. The investigator did not identify the impersonated companies in question. (CoinDesk) (AC: Never input your private keys into anything. They are YOUR secret words.)
-Technology and Science-
1. Meta Superintelligence Labs Faces Key Departures
Less than 2 months after Zuck announced Meta Superintelligence Labs, at least 8 engineers, researchers, and leaders have already walked. Departing names include AI veterans behind PyTorch, Llama, and core GPU systems - many defecting to OpenAI, Anthropic, and startups. Some new hires didn’t even stick around a month. Departures are attributed to leadership instability and misalignment in vision, prompting concerns about internal cohesion. (Wired)
2. Teen’s Parents Sue OpenAI Over ChatGPT’s Role
Matt and Maria Raine have filed a wrongful-death lawsuit in San Francisco Superior Court against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that their son Adam was driven to suicide after prolonged interactions with ChatGPT. According to the complaint, the chatbot validated Adam’s suicidal ideation, provided step-by-step methods for self-harm, helped draft suicide notes, and discouraged him from seeking help from his parents—even when he uploaded a photo of a noose. (Reuters)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 51/100 (up 3)
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 917,360
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 02OCT2025
Precedence: Routine (RR)
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BLUF: Israel Detains Greta's Ships / Trump Vows to Defend Qatar With EO / Russia Warns of Retaliation if Europe Give Assets to Ukraine / US Shutdown Gives Trump Ability to Fire / Hung Cao Confirmed For Under Secretary of Navy / US Treasury Drops Tax on Unrealized Digital Asset Gains / UK Government Wants to Keep $7B Seized Bitcoin / Privacy AltCoin Surges / Stocks up on Shutdown News / China Hacking Group Outed / Who is Tilly Norwood? /
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $118,816, 30.59 oz Gold, .28 Median US House
24hr Hi: $119,453 / Lo: $116,283
Volume: 68B (Up 11%
Mkt Cap: $2.36T (Up 2%)
HashRate: 1 ZH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Even)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israeli naval ships intercept Gaza-bound flotilla: The Israeli navy has intercepted boats carrying aid to Gaza and detained the activists aboard, including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg. The group has alleged that one vessel within the flotilla was "deliberately rammed at sea" and said additional boats were hit by water cannons. The Israeli government, which has branded the GSF's attempt to transport humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza as "provocation", said: "Greta and her friends are safe and healthy." (BBC)
2. Trump signs an executive order vowing to defend Qatar in the wake of Israel’s strike: U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order vowing to use all measures including U.S. military action to defend the energy-rich nation of Qatar — though it remains unclear just what weight the pledge will carry. The order apparently came during a visit to Washington on Monday by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (AP)
3. Moscow Indicates Retaliation if Europe Uses Russian Assets for Ukraine: The Kremlin warned on Wednesday that it would seek the prosecution of individuals and countries engaged in the “theft” of frozen Russian sovereign assets in Europe, as European leaders convened to discuss a proposal to lend $165 billion to Ukraine based on the frozen funds. Analysts say that Russia could respond to the European proposal by seizing the assets of foreign companies and individuals from nations backing the loan. (NYTimes)
-US Events-
1. Here's what Trump wants to do to reshape the federal government during the shutdown: Trump warned the administration could make "irreversible" changes to the federal workforce, most notably through a new wave of fresh layoffs. Under the Antideficiency Act, a federal law that guides the government through shutdowns, federal agencies are not permitted to spend funds, the Government Accountability Office outlines, except for a limited set of missions, such as performing constitutional duties. The executive branch is charged with interpreting those exceptions. (Fox)
2. Senate Confirms Hung Cao to Serve as Under Secretary of the Navy: Retired U.S. Navy captain and former Virginia Republican Senate candidate Hung Cao was confirmed to serve as the Under Secretary of the U.S. Navy in a 52-45 vote by the U.S. Senate on Wednesday. In Trump’s post he praised Cao as being the “embodiment of the American Dream,” and highlighted how Cao had “served in combat as a Special Operations Officers” for 25 years. (Breitbart) (AC-He was in Navy EOD for most of his career.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. US Treasury Softens Crypto Tax Rules, Easing Pressure on Bitcoin Taxes: Good news for Bitcoin holders: The U.S. Treasury clarified that unrealized crypto gains won’t be taxed under CAMT, sparing firms from tax liabilities as Congress debates digital asset taxation. Had CAMT applied to digital assets, Strategy risked facing tens of billions in tax liability annually, potentially disrupting its accumulation strategy. (BitcoinMag)
2. UK Government Wants to Keep $7 Billion in Stolen Bitcoin It Has Seized: Zhimin Qian pleaded guilty on counts of possessing and transferring criminal property. This conviction now raises the question of who will keep the 61,000 BTC originally seized by UK authorities in 2018, with upwards of 120,000 victims in China seeking compensation for their losses. (Decrypt)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. Privacy Coin ZEC Soars After Thorswap Support and Grayscale Trust Announcement: Zcash surged over 60% in 24 hours, hitting a 2025 high of $124 amid rising trading volume, Thorswap integration and renewed investor interest through the Grayscale Zcash Trust. (BitcoinCom) (AC-Yes, an altcoin, but with a privacy component to it worth watching.)
-Institutional Concerns-
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-Economic Indicators-
1. US Stocks Hit Record Highs Amid Shutdown: Wall Street’s indexes closed at record highs on Wednesday, buoyed by strong sector performance and optimism that the US government shutdown will be brief. Investors shrugged off the first day of the shutdown and weaker-than-expected private payrolls data, with the S&P 500 gaining 0.3%, the Nasdaq 100 rising 0.5%, and the Dow adding 43 points. (TradingEconomics)
2. Trump Vows Farmer Support, Puts Soybeans on Xi Meeting Agenda: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that soybeans will be a key topic when he meets Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea at the end of October. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. China-linked hacking group Phantom Taurus targeting embassies, foreign ministries: A previously undocumented nation-state hacking group dubbed Phantom Taurus is targeting government and telecommunications organizations with the goal of obtaining information connected to geopolitical events and military operations. The group has been operating for about two-and-a-half years. (TheRecord)
-Technology and Science-
1. AI-generated actor sparks outrage in Hollywood as creator seeks representation: Like thousands of actors, Tilly Norwood is looking for a Hollywood agent. Her greatest role? Pretending to be human. That's because Tilly Norwood is a 100% AI-generated product, created by Dutch producer and comedian Eline Van der Velden, founder of a company named Xicoia. (CBS)
-Bitcoin Community-
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-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 64/100 (Up 15 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): NSTR
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 913,729
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 08SEP2025
Precedence: Routine (RR)
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BLUF: Russian Drones Hammer Kyiv / Argentina's Milei Political Party Suffers Defeat / Japanese PM Resigns / Trump Supports Hyundai ICE Raid, Sets Sights on Massachusetts / NC Train Murder Swept Under Media Rug / Tether Refutes Selling Bitcoin For Gold / Companies Buying Bitcoin As Fast As Possible / Trump Threatens EU Tariff Review Over Google's $3.5B Fine / Nemo Hacked For $2.4M / Crooks Using Grok AI For Malware / OpenAI To Take on Jobs Placement and LinkedIn / OP_RETURN Debate Heats Up / Solo Miner Hits Payday / Tokyo Opens Bitcoin Base in Shinjuku
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $111,915, 30.92 oz Gold, .26 Median US House
24hr Hi: $112,161 / Lo: $110,630
Volume: 31B (Up 21%)
Mkt Cap: $2.23T (Even)
HashRate: 975 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 5 sats/vBtye (Up 66%)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Russian forces conducted their largest air strike on Ukraine yesterday, targeting multiple cities including Kyiv, where a key government building was hit. Ukrainian defenses intercepted over 100 missiles and drones, but infrastructure damage was reported in several regions. Casualties included at least 15 civilians killed and dozens wounded. (AlJazeera)
2. Argentina President Milei suffers crushing defeat in Buenos Aires provincial election: Milei’s recently formed La Libertad Avanza party captured just 34% of the vote in Argentina’s biggest province, losing by a landslide to the left-leaning Peronist opposition, which secured 47% with the majority of ballots counted late Sunday. “We suffered a setback, and we must accept it responsibly,” Milei said. (AP)
3. Japan PM Ishiba resigns after bruising election losses: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigned on Sunday, ushering in a potentially lengthy period of policy uncertainty at a shaky moment for the world's fourth-largest economy. Since coming to power less than a year ago, the unlikely premier has overseen his ruling coalition lose its majorities in elections for both houses of parliament amid voter anger over rising living costs. (Reuters)
-US Events-
1. Trump backs ICE raid at Hyundai plant, but says US needs foreign experts to train Americans: Homeland Security Investigations said 475 people — mostly South Koreans — were arrested at the under-construction battery plant. Trump told reporters the U.S. needs experts who know how to build batteries to help train Americans with no such experience. (Fox)
2.Trump administration launches immigration enforcement surge in Massachusetts: “ICE launched ‘Patriot 2.0’ to target the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens living in the state of Massachusetts, following the success of Operation Patriot in May,” a DHS spokesperson said. (CNN)
3. Establishment Media Outlets Criticized for Not Covering North Carolina Train Stabbing: Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), Elon Musk, and the President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, were among the people who criticized outlets such as NPR, CNN, the New York Times, and PBS for having zero stories on the deadly stabbing. Decarlos Brown Jr., 34, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly stabbed 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska in the throat as she was sitting in front of him on the Charlotte light rail on August 22. (Breitbart)
-Regulatory and Legal-
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-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. Tether CEO refutes claims that the firm sold Bitcoin and bought gold: CEO Paolo Ardoino said that Tether did not sell any BTC and that it will continue to invest in “safe assets like Bitcoin, Gold and Land.” (CryptoSlate)
2. Companies Expand Bitcoin Treasury Reserves: Altvest plans to raise $210 million to acquire Bitcoin, while Capital B secured $5.9 million to expand its Bitcoin holdings by approximately 60 BTC. Meanwhile Metaplanet acquired another 136 Bitcoin and Michael Saylor’s Strategy Adds 1,955 Bitcoin. (CoinGecko)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US 10-Year Yield Stabilizes Ahead of Inflation Data: The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held near 4.1% on Monday, pausing a three-day slide as investors awaited two key inflation reports this week that could influence the near-term rates outlook after weaker jobs data last week. (TradingEconomics)
2. Trump Threatens EU Over Google Fine, Signals Trade Retaliation: President Donald Trump has threatened a tariff investigation against the European Union in response to its USD 3.5 billion fine on Google for breaching digital competition rules. In a social media post, Trump called the penalties “very unfair,” adding, “the American Taxpayer won’t stand for it.” (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. DeFi Platform Nemo Protocol Exploited for $2.4 Million in Hack: The attack on the Sui-based DeFi protocol comes as 2025's crypto thefts outpace last year’s, with more than $2.17 billion stolen this year. (Decrypt)
2. Cybercriminals Exploit X's Grok AI to Bypass Ad Protections and Spread Malware to Millions: The approach is designed to get around restrictions imposed by X in Promoted Ads that allow users to only include text, images, or videos, and subsequently amplify them to a broader audience. malvertisers have been found to run video card-promoted posts with adult content as bait, with the spurious link hidden in the "From:" metadata field below the video player by taking advantage of the fact that it's not scanned by the social media platform. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. OpenAI is building an AI jobs platform that could challenge Microsoft’s LinkedIn: “Importantly, the jobs platform won’t just be a way for big companies to attract more talent. It will have a track dedicated to helping local businesses compete, and local governments find the AI talent they need to better serve their constituents,” (CNBC)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. OP_RETURN Controversy Continues: 'Gross Media' May Tank Bitcoin Prices: Developers have failed to reach a consensus on lifting OP_RETURN guardrails in the upcoming release of the default Bitcoin Core client. Ocean Mining’s Bitcoin Mechanic claims that this “gross media/malware” stored in Bitcoin’s blockchain could affect the willingness of institutions to run nodes, thereby impacting prices. (BitcoinCom)
2. Lucky Solo Bitcoin Miner Earns $347,000 | 3.1 BTC in Latest Win for Decentralization: A solo Bitcoin miner recently mined a block valued at over $347,000 using Solo CKPool, with a total reward of 3.13 BTC. (Decrypt)
3. Bitcoin Finds A Home In The Heart Of Tokyo: In the southeast ward of Shinjuku, one of the most highly-trafficked areas of Tokyo, lies Tokyo Bitcoin Base, a shared workspace and event venue for Bitcoin enthusiasts and the Bitcoin curious. (Forbes)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 51/100 (Up 3 pts)
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 910,157
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 15Aug2025
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BLUF: Tensions Rise Before Ukraine Negotiations / IDF Intensifies Gaza Pounding / Erik Prince Secures Haiti Contract / DEA Leader (Temp) New Head of DC Law Enforcement / ICE Shows Up at Gov Newsom Presser / Redistricting Battle Intensifies / NY Wants to Tax Crypto Transactions / India Launches Bitcoin Policy Institute / SECTRES Backpedals on Bitcoin Comment / Banks Look to Custody Crypto Assets / Hot PPI Shakes Markets / US DOJ Sanctions Russian Crypto Exchange / Perplexity Wants to Buy Google Chrome / AI Makes First Antibiotics / New BTC Miner is Modular and Upgradable
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $119,016, 35.62 oz Gold, .28 Median US House
24hr Hi: $121,174 / Lo: $117,254
Volume: 90B (Down 10%)
Mkt Cap: $2.37T (Down 1%)
HashRate: 907 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 2 sats/vBtye (Up 100%)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Fighting in eastern Ukraine has escalated with Russian strikes on towns like Bilozerske in the Donetsk region, as Ukrainian forces advance amid ongoing invasions, ahead of the U.S.-Russia summit today. A significant drone attack by Ukraine on Russian cities occurred on last night with a major explosives plant destroyed. (Various) (AC-Both Russia and Ukraine are entering these negotiations with as much leverage as possible.)
2. Israeli forces have intensified bombardment in Gaza City while Egypt hosts Hamas for talks, with far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announcing plans to "bury" the idea of a Palestinian state. Over 100 humanitarian organizations, including Oxfam and Médecins Sans Frontières, signed a letter urging Israel to stop the "weaponization of aid," as groups face denials unless adhering to stricter regulations. (Reuters)
3. Erik Prince Secures 10-Year Contract in Haiti to Fight Gangs and Collect Taxes: Erik Prince's Vectus Global will deploy 200 personnel to Haiti in coming weeks, with plans to maintain forces for 10 years. The mission aims to combat gang violence that has killed over 1,500 people and displaced 1.3 million, while eventually managing tax collection at the Dominican Republic border. (GroundNews)
-US Events-
1. Bondi names DEA head as DC’s ‘emergency police commissioner,’ but capital leaders push back: Attorney General Pam Bondi named DEA head Terry Cole as Washington's emergency police commissioner on Thursday evening, granting him police chief powers amid a federal takeover. Federal officers including DEA agents, FBI agents, and Homeland Security patrolled various Washington neighborhoods while 800 National Guard members started missions like monument security and crowd control. (GroundNews)
2. Democrats Fume over Federal Agents Gathering for Immigration Raid Alongside Gavin Newsom Presser: Just outside in the Little Tokyo area about 100 federal agents gathered, presumably for another immigration raid. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass told reporters that “there’s no way this was a coincidence,” asserting that the agents were there to embarrass Newsom. (Breitbart)
3. FBI Steps Into Texas Redistricting Battle As Democrats Flee State To Block GOP Plan: A deepening political crisis in Texas escalated this week as Senator John Cornyn confirmed that the FBI has agreed to assist in locating Texas House Democrats who fled the state in an effort to block a Republican-led congressional redistricting plan. FBI agents have been deployed in San Antonio and Austin to locate the missing lawmakers. (IBTimes)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. New York lawmakers propose crypto tax to fund school programs: The proposal, introduced in the state’s Assembly on Aug. 13, seeks to apply a 0.2% excise tax on the sale or transfer of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum starting in September. The individuals or entities facilitating the sale or transfer of these assets would be responsible for paying the tax. (CryptoSlate) (AC-If it moves, tax it.)
2. India Launches Bitcoin Policy Institute on 79th Independence Day to Boost Economy: In a recent tweet post, the Bitcoin Policy Institute India (BPI) says now is the time for “financial freedom,” where India controls its economy without relying on other nations. (CoinPedia) (AC-Teamwork or copycat to the US BPI? Either way, good move.)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
1. US Treasury’s Bessent backpedals: Bitcoin buying still possible: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified that the department was exploring budget-neutral ways to buy Bitcoin, contradicting an earlier comment that tanked the market. (CoinTelegraph)
-Institutional Concerns-
1. Citigroup Explores Crypto Custody as Bitcoin ETFs Reach $158 Billion: Citigroup is exploring cryptocurrency custody and payment services, focusing first on stablecoin-backed assets. The bank is also considering custody offerings for crypto ETFs like Bitcoin and Ethereum. (Blockonomi) (AC-Banks have long practiced custody of assets and crypto is a natural progression. This is not a P2P system or self-custody, however.)
-Economic Indicators-
1. US Producer Prices Rise the Most since 2022: US producer prices rose 0.9% mom in July 2025, rebounding from a flat reading in June and much higher than expectations of 0.2%. It is the biggest increase in producer prices since June 2022. Year-on-year, headline producer inflation accelerated to a five-month high of 3.3% and above expectations of 2.5%. Annual core producer inflation jumped to 3.7% from 2.6%, higher than estimates of 2.9%. (TradingEconomics)
2. US Stocks Drop as Producer Prices Jump Past Estimates: US stocks fell on Thursday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq down 0.3% and the Dow Jones losing 180 points, as a hotter-than-expected PPI report tempered bets on Fed rate cuts next month. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. U.S. Sanctions Garantex and Grinex Over $100M in Ransomware-Linked Illicit Crypto Transactions: The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) on Thursday renewed sanctions against Russian cryptocurrency exchange platform Garantex for facilitating ransomware actors and other cybercriminals by processing more than $100 million in transactions linked to illicit activities since 2019. (HackerNews)
-Technology and Science-
1. Perplexity AI offered $34.5 billion to buy Google's Chrome browser, underscoring challenges for Google amid antitrust scrutiny, with the bid aimed at enhancing AI-powered search capabilities. (CNBC)
2. AI designs antibiotics for gonorrhoea and MRSA superbugs: The drugs were designed atom-by-atom by the AI and killed the superbugs in laboratory and animal tests. The two compounds still need years of refinement and clinical trials before they could be prescribed. (BBC)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. Jack Dorsey Introduces Novel New Bitcoin Miner With Swappable Parts: Block's new Proto Rig mining machine offers a 10-year lifespan with swappable parts, reducing costs for miners by 15-20% per upgrade cycle. The product aims to improve efficiency, reduce repair expenses, and contribute to hardware decentralization in the mining industry. (Decrypt) (AC-Jack gets it.)
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 60/100 (Down 15 pts)
Analyst Comments (AC): Forecast Friday:
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BTC Daily Intelligence Bulletin (DIB)
Block: 909,560
DTG/ICOD: 1200Z 11Aug2025
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BLUF: IDF Airstrikes Kill Journalists / EU Leaders Support Ukraine Ahead of Trump-Putin Talks / Trump May Act on DC Crime Unilaterally / CDC Says 'Misinformation' Led to Atlanta Shooting / Bo Hines Leaves White House Crypto Force / BTC ETF Inflow for 3 Days / Harvard Reveals BTC ETC Investments / Rumble to Buy Bitcoin Miner / Bitcoin Near ATH / Instagram Now Shares Location Data / US AI Chip Exports Now Face 15% USG 'Fee' / El Salvador Makes Bitcoin Education Compulsory / Sheetz Giving Crypto Discounts / Lyn Alden Shares Why 'Nothing Stops This Train'
Market Data: Price: 1 BTC= $120,223, 35.84 oz Gold, .28 Median US House
24hr Hi: $122,321 / Lo: $118,105
Volume: 80B (Up 37%)
Mkt Cap: $2.39T (Up 1%)
HashRate: 913 EH/s
Avg Fee Rate: 6 sats/vBtye (Up 20%)
---Reports---
-International Events-
1. Israeli Strike Kills Al Jazeera Journalists in Gaza: Israel's military conducted a strike in Gaza that killed Anas Al Sharif, a journalist for Al Jazeera. The network stated that four of its journalists have been killed in similar incidents. (Reuters)
2. European leaders rally behind Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin meeting: Saturday’s statement, signed by the president of the European Union and leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Finland and the UK, stressed the need for a “just and lasting peace” for Kyiv, including “robust and credible” security guarantees. “Next Friday will be important because it will be about testing Putin — how serious he is — on bringing this terrible war to an end,” NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said in an interview. (AP)
-US Events-
1. Trump Promises Crackdown on Homelessness and Crime in Washington D.C.: U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to evict homeless individuals from Washington D.C. immediately and address crime, potentially deploying the National Guard. Federal agents have been activated for the operation. The FBI is sending agents to patrol Washington D.C. streets in support. (Reuters, WaPo)
2. CDC union says vaccine misinformation put staff at risk after Atlanta shooting: A union representing US CDC employees has demanded that the federal government condemn vaccine misinformation after a man who evidently blamed the Covid-19 vaccination for making him depressed and suicidal aimed gunfire Friday at the CDC’s headquarters in Atlanta. The CDC workers’ union said the deadly violence Friday was not random and “compounds months of mistreatment, neglect, and vilification that CDC staff have endured”. It said vaccine misinformation had put scientists at risk. (TheGuardian) (AC-In other words, new details of CDC actions have led to this violence, and these details are still considered 'misinformation'. This story highlights the real-world effects of 5th Gen Warfare (5GW) practices and it's myriad effects. The COVID debacle should be a case study in 5GW.)
-Regulatory and Legal-
1. Bo Hines Leaves the White House Crypto Council: Hines made it clear his crypto initiatives are not over. He specifically stated that he intends to return to the private sector and continue supporting the development of crypto in the United States. (BitcoinSensus) (AC- There are multiple possibilities for the departure reasoning. We'll maybe find out soon enough.)
-CBDCs/World Currencies/Strategic Reserves-
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-Institutional Concerns-
1. U.S. Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $403.67 Million Net Inflow: U.S. Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds saw a net inflow of $403.67 million yesterday. This marks three consecutive days of positive inflows. (Bloomingbit)
2. Harvard Reports $116M in iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF: Academic institutions require complex and lengthy approvals, and the fact that they reached such a decision, and at this scale, looks extremely impressive. (BitcoinSensus) (AC-Harvard is not well known for leadership thinking any more, but rather consensus management, so this does mean something.)
3. Tether-backed Rumble eyes $1.17 billion Northern Data acquisition pending bitcoin mining division selloff, stock jumps 20%: The acquisition would bolster Rumble’s position in AI cloud services and high-performance computing, with support from major shareholder Tether. (TheBlock)
-Economic Indicators-
1. Bitcoin Eyes All Time High Ahead of US CPI, PPI Data This Week: New Bitcoin addresses hit a one-year high of 364,126 daily, indicating robust adoption. Expectations of higher July inflation and US CPI uptick from Trump tariffs, coupled with Fed rate cut speculation. (CoinGape)
2. US Treasury Yields Edge Down, CPI Eyed: The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note eased to 4.26% on Monday, after hitting a one-week high on Friday, as traders increased bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts this year ahead of the US CPI release. Inflation is expected to have risen 0.2% in July, slightly below June’s 0.3%. (TradingEconomics)
-Security Concerns-
1. Concerns Raised Over Instagram's New Map Feature and Privacy: Instagram's new Map feature has sparked controversy due to potential privacy risks, as it shares user locations. Experts recommend disabling the feature to protect personal data. (CBS)
-Technology and Science-
1. Nvidia and AMD Agree to U.S. Government Cut on AI Chip Sales to China: Nvidia and AMD will pay the U.S. government 15% of their AI chip sales to China as part of a new agreement. This follows regulatory pressures on technology exports. (WSJ)
-Bitcoin Community-
1. El Salvador Introduces Bitcoin Education for Students Aged 7 and Older: El Salvador has become the first country to mandate Bitcoin education for all students starting from age 7. The curriculum covers blockchain basics and cryptocurrency usage. (X)
2. Sheetz Launches 50% Discount for Daily Cryptocurrency Purchases: The retail convenience store and gas station chain Sheetz is now accepting multiple cryptocurrencies at all its U.S. locations and is offering customers 50% off purchases when paying with digital assets during specific daily hours. (BitcoinCom)
3. Inside the mind of Lyn Alden: Bitcoin, AI, and the unstoppable deficit train: “Large U.S. fiscal deficits are going to continue for the foreseeable future, five, 10 years, any sort of investable time horizon. There are a bunch of reasons why, and a lot of them have to do with political polarization. It’s very hard to either massively raise taxes or massively cut spending in a very polarized situation, as well as mechanically the kind of debt levels they find themselves in.” (CryptoSlate) (AC-A fun article on Lyn's 'Nothing stops this train.")
-Bitcoin Sentiment-
1. Fear(0)/Greed(100) Index: 70/100 (Up 1 pts)
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