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*   **Bitcoin mining centralization in 2025.** According to a [blog post](https://b10c.me/blog/015-bitcoin-mining-centralization/) by _b10c_, Bitcoin mining was at its most decentralized in May 2017, with another favorable period from 2019 to 2022. However, starting in 2023, mining has become increasingly centralized, particularly due to the influence of large pools like Foundry and the use of proxy pooling by entities such as AntPool.

![Block 893376: Important News of the Week](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-21.png)

Source: [b10c's blog.](https://b10c.me/blog/015-bitcoin-mining-centralization/)

*   **OpenSats announces the eleventh wave of Nostr grants.** The [five projects in this wave](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/opensats-unveils-the-eleventh-wave-of-nostr-grants/) are the mobile live-streaming app [Swae](https://github.com/suhailsaqan/swae), the Nostr-over-ham-radio project [HAMSTR](https://github.com/LibertyFarmer/hamstr), [Vertex](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/vertex-web-of-trust-as-a-service/)—a Web-of-Trust (WOT) service for Nostr developers, [Nostr Double Ratchet](https://github.com/mmalmi/nostr-double-ratchet) for end-to-end encrypted messaging, and the [Nostr Game Engine](https://ngengine.org/) for building games and applications integrated with the Nostr ecosystem.
*   **New Spiral grantee:** [**_l0rinc_**](https://xcancel.com/spiralbtc/status/1912176891609362505)**.** In February 2024, _l0rinc_ transitioned to full-time work on Bitcoin Core. [His efforts](https://github.com/l0rinc/bitcoin/tree/l0rinc/work?tab=readme-ov-file#bitcoin-core-contributions) focus on performance benchmarking and optimizations, enhancing code quality, conducting code reviews, reducing block download times, optimizing memory usage, and refactoring code.
*   **Project Eleven offers 1 BTC to break Bitcoin's cryptography with a quantum computer.** The quantum computing research organization [has introduced](https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/project-eleven-to-award-1-btc-to-tackle-bitcoins-quantum-vulnerability) the [Q-Day Prize](https://www.qdayprize.org/), a global challenge that offers 1 BTC to the first team capable of breaking an elliptic curve cryptographic (ECC) key using Shor’s algorithm on a quantum computer. The prize will be awarded to the first team to successfully accomplish this breakthrough by April 5, 2026.
*   **Unchained has launched the Bitcoin Legacy Project.** The initiative [seeks](https://www.unchained.com/blog/introducing-the-bitcoin-legacy-project) to advance the Bitcoin ecosystem through a bitcoin-native [donor-advised fund platform](https://www.unchained.com/blog/bitcoin-donor-advised-funds) (DAF), investments in community hubs, support for education and open-source development, and a commitment to long-term sustainability with transparent annual reporting.
    *   In its first year, the program will provide support to Bitcoin hubs in Nashville, Austin, and Denver.
    *   Support also includes $50,000 to the Bitcoin Policy Institute, a $150,000 commitment at the University of Austin, and up to $250,000 in research grants through the Bitcoin Scholars program.

> "Unchained will **match grants 1:1** made to partner organizations who support Bitcoin Core development when made through the Unchained-powered bitcoin DAF, up to 1 BTC," was stated in a blog post.

*   **Block launched open-source tools for Bitcoin treasury management.** These [include](https://block.xyz/inside/block-releases-open-source-tools-for-bitcoin-treasury-management) a dashboard for managing corporate bitcoin holdings and provides a real-time BTC-to-USD price quote API, released as part of the [Block Open Source initiative](https://github.com/block/bitcoin-treasury). The company’s own instance of the bitcoin holdings dashboard is available [here](https://bitcoin.block.xyz).

[![Block 893376: Important News of the Week](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-14.png)](https://bitcoin.block.xyz/)

Source: block.xyz

*   **Bull Bitcoin expands to Mexico,** [enabling](https://www.bullbitcoin.com/blog/bull-bitcoin-launches-in-mexico) anyone in the country to receive pesos from anywhere in the world straight from a Bitcoin wallet. Additionally, users can now buy Bitcoin with a Mexican bank account.

> _"Bull Bitcoin strongly believes in Bitcoin’s economic potential in Mexico, not only for international remittances and tourism, but also for Mexican individuals and companies to reclaim their financial sovereignty and protect their wealth from inflation and the fragility of traditional financial markets," said Francis Pouliot, Founder and CEO of Bull Bitcoin._

*   **Corporate bitcoin holdings hit a record high in Q1 2025.** According to [Bitwise](https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/corporate-bitcoin-holdings-hit-record-high-in-q1-2025-as-public-companies-accelerate-accumulation), public companies' adoption of Bitcoin has hit an all-time high. In Q1 2025, these firms collectively hold over 688,000 BTC, marking a 16.11% increase from the previous quarter. This amount represents 3.28% of Bitcoin's fixed 21 million supply.

![Block 893376: Important News of the Week](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-29.png)

Source: [Bitwise.](https://xcancel.com/BitwiseInvest/status/1911843925943337203)

*   **The Bitcoin Bond Company for institutions has launched** with the [aim of acquiring](https://xcancel.com/BitcoinPierre/status/1909229920447840602) $1 trillion in Bitcoin over 21 years. It utilizes secure, transparent, and compliant bond-like products backed by Bitcoin.
*   **The U.S. Senate confirmed Paul Atkins as Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).** At his confirmation hearing, _Atkins_ [emphasized](https://cryptoslate.com/paul-atkins-confirmed-to-chair-sec-as-gary-genslers-long-term-replacement/) the need for a clear framework for digital assets. He aims to collaborate with the CFTC and Congress to address jurisdiction and rulemaking gaps, aligning with the Trump administration's goal to position the U.S. as a leader in Bitcoin and blockchain finance.
*   **Ethereum developer Virgil Griffith has been released from custody.** _Griffith_, whose sentence [was reduced](https://atlas21.com/former-ethereum-developer-virgil-griffith-released-from-custody/) to 56 months, is now seeking a pardon. He was initially sentenced to 63 months for allegedly violating international sanctions laws by providing technical advice on using cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology to evade sanctions during a presentation titled 'Blockchains for Peace' in North Korea.
*   **No-KYC exchange eXch to close down under money laundering scrutiny.** The privacy-focused cryptocurrency trading platform [said](https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=577207.msg65286839#msg65286839) it will cease operations on May 1. This decision follows allegations that the platform was used by North Korea's Lazarus Group for money laundering. eXch revealed it is the subject of an active "transatlantic operation" aimed at shutting down the platform and prosecuting its team for "money laundering and terrorism."
*   **Blockstream combats ESP32 FUD concerning Jade signers.** The company [stated](https://xcancel.com/Blockstream/status/1912468478025433244) that after reviewing the vulnerability disclosed in early March, Jade was found to be secure. Espressif Systems, the designer of the ESP32, has since [clarified](https://developer.espressif.com/blog/2025/03/esp32-bluetooth-clearing-the-air/?ref=btctimes.com) that the "undocumented commands" do not constitute a "backdoor."

[![Block 893376: Important News of the Week](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-30.png)](https://xcancel.com/Blockstream/status/1912468476200997138)

*   **Bank of America is lobbying for regulations that favor banks over tech firms in stablecoin issuance.** The bank's CEO _Brian Moynihan_ is working with groups such as the American Bankers Association to advance the issuance of a fully reserved, 1:1 backed "Bank of America coin." If successful, this could limit stablecoin efforts by non-banks like Tether, Circle, and others, [reports](https://www.theblock.co/post/350860/stablecoin-turf-wars-bank-of-america-tether-and-circle-battle-to-shape-us-rules) _The Block._
*   **Tether to back OCEAN Pool with its hashrate.** "As a company committed to financial freedom and open access, we see supporting decentralization in Bitcoin mining as essential to the network’s long-term integrity," [said](https://www.theminermag.com/news/2025-04-14/tether-ocean-pool-bitcoin) Tether CEO _Paolo Ardoino_.
*   **Bitdeer to expand its self-mining operations to navigate tariffs.** The Singapore-based mining company is advancing plans to produce machines in the U.S. while reducing its mining hardware sales. This response is in light of increasing uncertainties related to U.S. trade policy, as reported by [_Bloomberg_](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-15/crypto-firm-bitdeer-prioritizes-mining-to-weather-tariff-turmoil).
*   **Tether acquires $32M in Bitdeer shares.** The firm [has boosted](https://www.theminermag.com/news/2025-04-17/tether-bitdeer-acquire-bitcoin) its investment in Bitdeer during a wider market sell-off, with purchases in early to mid-April amounting to about $32 million, regulatory filings reveal.
*   **US Bitcoin miner manufacturer Auradine has raised $153 million** in a Series C funding round as it [expands](https://www.theminermag.com/news/2025-04-17/auradine-mara-bitcoin) into AI infrastructure. The round was led by StepStone Group and included participation from Maverick Silicon, Premji Invest, Samsung Catalyst Fund, Qualcomm Ventures, Mayfield, MARA Holdings, GSBackers, and other existing investors. The firm raised to over $300 million since its inception in 2022.
*   **Voltage has partnered with BitGo** to [enable](https://www.voltage.cloud/blog/bitgo-and-voltage-team-up-to-deliver-instant-bitcoin-and-stabl


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tags: Wasabi Wallet is a free and open-source, privacy-focused Bitcoin wallet for desktop.

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*   Wasabi Wallet v2.6.0 "Prometheus" is a major update for the project, focused on resilience and independence from centralized systems.
*   Key features include support for [BIP 158](https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/blob/master/bip-0158.mediawiki) block filters for direct node synchronization, a revamped full node integration for easier setup without third-party reliance, SLIP 39 share backups for flexible wallet recovery (sponsored by Trezor), and a Nostr-based update manager for censorship-resistant updates.
*   Additional improvements include UI bug fixes, a new fallback for transaction broadcasting, updated code signing, stricter JSON serialization, and options to avoid third-party rate providers, alongside various under-the-hood enhancements.

> This new version brings us closer to our ultimate goal: ensuring Wasabi is future-proof," said the developers, while also highlighting the following key areas of focus for the project:

*   Ensuring users can always fully and securely use their client.
*   Making contribution and forks easy through a codebase of the highest quality possible: understandable, maintainable, and improvable.

> "As we achieve our survival goals, expect more cutting-edge improvements in Bitcoin privacy and self-custody. Thank you for the trust you place in us by using Wasabi," was stated in the release notes.

[![Wasabi Wallet v2.6.0: First Version to Sync & Operate Without a Central Server](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-1.png)](https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqqq8urpkd9t44fken7r6wfhjf4n9z9sp8nhy9gq04cgu00fd9ppszyz0rp62qywxdn6ltccegzakaf5gfsysjj3p09fkrsunlceh6065s5ytnjlx)

What's new
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*   **Support for Standard BIP 158 Block Filters.** Wasabi now syncs using [BIP 158](https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/blob/master/bip-0158.mediawiki) filters without a backend/indexer, connecting directly to a user's node. This boosts sync speed, resilience, and allows full sovereignty without specific server dependency.
*   **Full Node Integration Rework.** The old integration has been replaced with a simpler, more adaptable system. It’s not tied to a specific Bitcoin node fork, doesn’t need the node on the same machine as Wasabi, and requires no changes to the node’s setup.
    *   "Simply enable the RPC server on your node and point Wasabi to it," said the developers. This ensures all Bitcoin network activities—like retrieving blocks, fee estimations, block filters, and transaction broadcasting—go through your own node, avoiding reliance on third parties.
*   **Create & Recover SLIP 39 Shares.** Users now create and recover wallets with multiple share backups using [SLIP 39](https://github.com/satoshilabs/slips/blob/master/slip-0039.md) standard.

> "Special thanks to Trezor (SatoshiLabs) for sponsoring this amazing feature."

*   **Nostr Update Manager.** This version implements a pioneering system with the Nostr protocol for update information and downloads, replacing reliance on GitHub. This enhances the project's resilience, ensuring updates even if GitHub is unavailable, while still verifying updates with the project's secure certificate.
*   **Updated Avalonia to v11.2.7**, fixes for UI bugs (including restoring Minimize on macOS Sequoia).
*   Added a **configurable third-party fallback for broadcasting transactions** if other methods fail.
*   Replaced Windows Code Signing Certificate with Azure Trusted Signing.
*   Many bug fixes, improved codebase, and enhanced CI pipeline.
*   Added the option to avoid using any third-party Exchange Rate and Fee Rate providers (Wasabi can work without them).
*   Rebuilt all JSON Serialization mechanisms avoiding default .NET converters. Serialization is now stricter.

![Wasabi Wallet v2.6.0: First Version to Sync & Operate Without a Central Server](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/wasabi260.jpg)

**Full Changelog**: [v2.5.1...v2.6.0](https://github.com/WalletWasabi/WalletWasabi/compare/v2.5.1...v2.6.0)

[**Announcement**](https://njump.me/nevent1qqsp8cvfcz9788lmhad6ckvqg52r9z8fsl9dk3tcx3exjucv5qlc8vgpp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqzyzfm6rr08n96u3ec3vq6cm8qktqpxy2defxq34hzwyk5lac5qk3uxxetx9p) / [Archive](https://archive.is/V0VR4)
[**GitHub Repo**](https://github.com/WalletWasabi/WalletWasabi/releases/tag/v2.6.0)


tags: Notedeck is a modern, multiplatform Nostr client built with Rust. It provides a feature-rich experience for interacting with the Nostr protocol on both desktop and Android platforms.

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*   "Today we're launching the beta version of our multiplatform Nostr browser! Think Google Chrome but for Nostr apps. The beta is our big first step toward this vision," [announced](https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2dseuw3d4sqkyt97pzq3vg5ncx6zv2fk6ummejf88ezesa2exkrc8y4zm9) Damus.
*   This version comes with the Dave Nostr AI assistant, support for zaps and the Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC) wallet interface, full-text note search, GIFs and fullscreen images, multiple media uploads, user tagging, relay list and mute list support, along with a number of other improvements."

> "Included in the beta is the Dave, the Nostr AI assistant (its Grok for Nostr). Dave is a new Notedeck browser app that can search and summarize notes from the network. For a full breakdown of everything new, check out our beta launch [video](https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2dseuw3d4sqkyt97pzq3vg5ncx6zv2fk6ummejf88ezesa2exkrcpzemhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumn0wd68ytnzv9hxgq3q8m76awca3y37hkvuneavuw6pjj4525fw90necxmadrvjg0sdy6qsncyhyu)."

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*   Dave Nostr AI assistant app.
*   GIFs.
*   Fulltext note search.
*   Add full screen images, add zoom, and pan.
*   Zaps! NWC/ Wallet UI.
*   Introduce last note per pubkey feed (experimental).
*   Allow multiple media uploads per selection.
*   Major Android improvements (still WIP).
*   Added notedeck app sidebar.
*   User Tagging.
*   Note truncation.
*   Local network note broadcast, broadcast notes to other notedeck notes while you're offline.
*   Mute list support (reading).
*   Relay list support.
*   Ctrl-enter to send notes.
*   Added relay indexing (relay columns soon).
*   Click hashtags to open hashtag timeline.
*   Fixed timelines sometimes not updating (stale feeds).
*   Fixed UI bounciness when loading profile pictures
*   Fixed unselectable post replies.

![Damus Notedeck v0.4.0 Beta: Zaps, Dave AI Assistant, Android Improvements](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/notedeckv041.jpg)

[**Announcement**](https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2dseuw3d4sqkyt97pzq3vg5ncx6zv2fk6ummejf88ezesa2exkrcpzemhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumn0wd68ytnzv9hxgq3q8m76awca3y37hkvuneavuw6pjj4525fw90necxmadrvjg0sdy6qsncyhyu) / [Archive](https://archive.is/AQNsV#selection-171.0-171.165)
[**GitHub Repo**](https://github.com/damus-io/notedeck/releases)
[Website](https://damus.io/notedeck/)


tags: RoboSats offers a simple and private way for exchanging bitcoin for fiat currencies. It streamlines the peer-to-peer experience and utilizes Lightning hold invoices to minimize custody and trust requirements as deterministically generated avatars help users stick to the best security practices.

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*   RoboSats v0.7.7-alpha is now available!

> NOTE: "This version of clients is not compatible with older versions of coordinators. Coordinators must upgrade first, make sure you don't upgrade your client while this is marked as pre-release."

*   This version brings a new and improved coordinators view with reviews signed both by the robot and the coordinator, adds market price sources in coordinator profiles, shows a correct warning for canceling non-taken orders after a payment attempt, adds Uzbek sum currency, and includes package library updates for coordinators.

![RoboSats v0.7.7-alpha: New Coordinators View (UPDATED)](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-54.png)

Source: RoboSats.

*   _siggy47_ is writing daily RoboSats activity reviews on stacker.news. Check them out [here](https://stacker.news/search?q=daily+robosats&sort=recent).
*   Stay up-to-date with RoboSats [on Nostr](https://njump.me/nprofile1qqsyx53h3h7ec4fwlspjq0kqec5gv54t7rc48xdtq6q4y94wsw4fnjqsg3jtv).

What's new
----------

*   New coordinators view (see the picture above).
*   Available coordinator reviews signed by both the robot and the coordinator.
*   Coordinators now display market price sources in their profiles.

![RoboSats v0.7.7-alpha: New Coordinators View (UPDATED)](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-55.png)

Source: RoboSats.

*   Fix for wrong message on cancel button when taking an order. Users are now warned if they try to cancel a non taken order after a payment attempt.
*   Uzbek sum currency now available.
*   For coordinators: library updates.
*   Add docker frontend ([#1861](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/pull/1861)).
*   Add order review token ([#1869](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/pull/1869)).
*   Add UZS migration ([#1875](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/pull/1875)).
*   Fixed tests review ([#1878](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/pull/1878)).
*   Nostr pubkey for Robot ([#1887](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/pull/1887)).

### New contributors

*   [@hexlorn](https://github.com/hexlorn) made their first contribution in [#1858](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/pull/1858).
*   [@umk0m1qk](https://github.com/umk0m1qk) made their first contribution in [#1864](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/pull/1864).

![RoboSats v0.7.7-alpha: New Coordinators View (UPDATED)](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/robosats-v0777.jpg)

**Full Changelog**: [v0.7.6-alpha...v0.7.7-alpha](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/compare/v0.7.6-alpha...v0.7.7-alpha)

[**GitHub Repo**](https://github.com/RoboSats/robosats/releases)


tags: Good Morning, Bitcoin is your latest news roundup delivering key stories, project updates, new releases, guides, research, and all things related to Bitcoin and freedom tech.

content:
![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/1gm40.jpg)

_**Good morning** (good night?)!_ The No Bullshit Bitcoin [news feed](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/rss-feeds/) is now available on [Moody's Dashboard](https://dashboard.clarkmoody.com/)! A huge shoutout to sir [_Clark Moody_](https://njump.me/nevent1qqspy9hy5pxfza4tuhk5zx7zls3t6dd6nppp2v3l9ead53tx0x2a0mgpz3mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujuerpd46hxtnfduqs7amnwvaz7tmwdaehgu3wd4hk6q3q5n94rarp3n7dz6edx9cugeshn0kcuxtugwu9nzprkpx7yekw7ygq27sgqj) for integrating our feed.

[![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/a35b533e45a4fa2edbd0818cd6d0402fe007df98ac6c29c9262ff44aefcb6e20.jpg)](https://dashboard.clarkmoody.com/)

Headlines
---------

*   **Spiral welcomes _Ben Carman_.** The developer [will work](https://xcancel.com/spiralbtc/status/1914334079387914435) on the LDK server and a new SDK designed to simplify the onboarding process for new self-custodial Bitcoin users.

[![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-35.png)](https://xcancel.com/spiralbtc/status/1914334079387914435)

*   **The Bitcoin Dev Kit Foundation announced new corporate members for 2025**, including [AnchorWatch](https://www.anchorwatch.com/), [CleanSpark](https://www.cleanspark.com/), and [Proton Foundation](https://proton.me/foundation). The annual dues from [these corporate members](https://bitcoindevkit.org/blog/_2025q1-new-foundation-members/) fund the small team of open-source developers responsible for maintaining the core BDK libraries and related free and open-source software (FOSS) projects.
*   **Strategy increases Bitcoin holdings to 538,200 BTC.** In the [latest purchase](https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/04/21/strategy-buys-usd555m-of-bitcoin-increases-total-stash-to-538-200-btc), the company has spent more than $555M to buy 6,556 coins through proceeds of two at-the-market stock offering programs.
*   **Spar supermarket experiments with Bitcoin payments in Zug, Switzerland.** The store [has introduced](https://bitcoinnews.com/adoption/spar-supermarket-switzerland-bitcoin/) a new payment method powered by the Lightning Network. The implementation was facilitated by DFX Swiss, a service that supports seamless conversions between bitcoin and legacy currencies.

[![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-36.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7318277304881709057/)

*   **The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) wants to contain 'crypto' risks.** A report titled _"_[_Cryptocurrencies and Decentralised Finance: Functions and Financial Stability Implications_](https://www.bis.org/publ/bppdf/bispap156.htm)_"_ calls for expanding research into "how new forms of central bank money, capital controls, and taxation policies can counter the risks of widespread crypto adoption while still fostering technological innovation."
*   **"Global Implications of Scam Centres, Underground Banking, and Illicit Online Marketplaces in Southeast Asia."** According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) [report](https://www.unodc.org/roseap/uploads/documents/Publications/2025/Inflection_Point_2025.pdf), criminal organizations from East and Southeast Asia are swiftly extending their global reach. These groups are moving beyond traditional scams and trafficking, creating sophisticated online networks that include unlicensed cryptocurrency exchanges, encrypted communication platforms, and stablecoins, fueling a massive fraud economy on an industrial scale.
*   **Slovenia is considering a 25% capital gains tax on Bitcoin profits for individuals.** The Ministry of Finance [has proposed](https://www.gov.si/novice/2025-04-17-v-javni-obravnavi-zakonska-predloga-s-podrocja-kriptosredstev-in-izvedenih-financnih-instrumentov/) legislation to impose this tax on gains from cryptocurrency transactions, though exchanging one cryptocurrency for another would remain exempt. At present, individual 'crypto' traders in Slovenia are not taxed.
*   **Circle, BitGo, Coinbase, and Paxos plan to apply for U.S. bank charters or licenses.** According to a [report](https://archive.is/dxbWM) in _The Wall Street Journal_, major crypto companies are planning to apply for U.S. bank charters or licenses. These firms are pursuing limited licenses that would permit them to issue stablecoins, as the U.S. Congress deliberates on legislation mandating licensing for stablecoin issuers.

> "Established banks, like Bank of America, are hoping to amend the current drafts of \[stablecoin\] legislation in such a way that nonbanks are more heavily restricted from issuing stablecoins," people familiar with the matter [told](https://www.theblock.co/post/351402/circle-bitgo-to-apply-for-bank-charters-coinbase-paxos-may-follow-suit-wsj) The Block.

*   **Charles Schwab to launch spot Bitcoin trading by 2026.** The financial investment firm, managing over $10 trillion in assets, [has revealed](https://riabiz.com/a/2025/4/19/rick-wurster-puts-harder-date-on-schwab-spot-bitcoin-launch-after-key-hire-and-400-surge-in-visits-to-its-crypto-site-but-isnt-pulling-down-crypto-red-flags-quite-yet) plans to introduce spot Bitcoin trading for its clients within the next year.

Use the tools
-------------

*   [**Bitcoin Safe v1.2.3**](https://github.com/andreasgriffin/bitcoin-safe/releases/tag/1.2.3) expands QR SignMessage compatibility for all QR-UR-compatible hardware signers (SpecterDIY, KeyStone, Passport, Jade; already supported COLDCARD Q). It also adds the ability to import wallets via QR, ensuring compatibility with Keystone's latest firmware (2.0.6), alongside other improvements.
*   [**Minibits v0.2.2-beta**](https://github.com/minibits-cash/minibits_wallet/releases), an ecash wallet for Android devices, packages many changes to align the project with the planned iOS app release. New features and improvements include the ability to lock ecash to a receiver's pubkey, faster confirmations of ecash minting and payments thanks to WebSockets, UI-related fixes, and more.
*   [**Zeus v0.11.0-alpha1**](https://github.com/ZeusLN/zeus/releases/tag/v0.11.0-alpha1) introduces Cashu wallets tied to embedded LND wallets. Navigate to Settings > Ecash to enable it. Other wallet types can still sweep funds from Cashu tokens. Zeus Pay now supports Cashu address types in Zaplocker, Cashu, and NWC modes.
*   [**LNDg v1.10.0**](https://github.com/cryptosharks131/lndg/releases/tag/v1.10.0), an advanced web interface designed for analyzing Lightning Network Daemon (LND) data and automating node management tasks, introduces performance improvements, adds a new metrics page for unprofitable and stuck channels, and displays warnings for batch openings. The Profit and Loss Chart has been updated to include on-chain costs. Advanced settings have been added for users who would like their channel database size to be read remotely (the default remains local). Additionally, the AutoFees tool now uses aggregated pubkey metrics for multiple channels with the same peer.
*   [**Nunchuk Desktop v1.9.45**](https://github.com/nunchuk-io/nunchuk-desktop/releases) release brings the latest bug fixes and improvements.
*   [**Blockstream Green iOS v4.1.8**](https://github.com/Blockstream/green_ios/releases) has renamed L-BTC to LBTC, and improves translations of notifications, login time, and background payments.
*   [**Blockstream Green Android v4.1.8**](https://github.com/Blockstream/green_android/releases) has added language preference in App Settings and enables an Android data backup option for disaster recovery. Additionally, it fixes issues with Jade entry point PIN timeout and Trezor passphrase input.
*   [**Torq v2.2.2**](https://github.com/lncapital/torq/releases/tag/v2.2.2), an advanced Lightning node management software designed to handle large nodes with over 1000 channels, fixes bugs that caused channel balance to not be updated in some cases and channel "peer total local balance" not getting updated.
*   [**Stack Wallet v2.1.12**](https://github.com/cypherstack/stack_wallet/releases/tag/build_226), a multicoin wallet by _Cypher Stack_, fixes an issue with Xelis introduced in the latest release for Windows.
*   [**ESP-Miner-NerdQAxePlus v1.0.29.1**](https://github.com/shufps/ESP-Miner-NerdQAxePlus/releases), a forked version from the NerdAxe miner that was modified for use on the [NerdQAxe+](https://github.com/shufps/qaxe), is now available.
*   [**Zark**](https://gitlab.com/1440000bytes/zark) enables sending sats to an npub using [Bark](https://codeberg.org/ark-bitcoin/bark).

![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/04/image-37.png)

*   [**Erk**](https://blog.second.tech/erk-update/) is a novel variation of the Ark protocol that completely removes the need for user interactivity in rounds, addressing one of Ark's key limitations: the requirement for users to come online before their VTXOs expire.
*   [**Aegis v0.1.1**](https://nostr.band/note1ljdczm267y648fv3jwv2jwn3mu4ae6jyzzpq4v0h8cthf020lyyss9ymde) is now available. It is a Nostr event signer app for iOS devices.
*   [**Nostash**](https://github.com/tyiu/nostash) is a NIP-07 Nostr signing extension for Safari. It is a fork of [Nostore](https://github.com/ursuscamp/nostore) and is maintained by [_Terry Yiu_](https://njump.me/nevent1qqsx028h0k8vfqge897kcapvgplymm8grx8wchhssza4gm4csrj3wggzyqnhnu7e7sk8mmsh7rnteh8cn28e6kfdr83mrw7j0mcullg607vdz7ytpj2)_._ Available on iOS [TestFlight](https://testflight.apple.com/join/8TFMZbMs).
*   [**Amber v3.2.8**](https://github.com/greenart7c3/Amber/releases/tag/v3.2.8), a Nostr event signer for Android, delivers the latest fixes and improvements.
*   [**Nostur v1.20.0**](https://github.com/nostur-com/nostur-ios-public), a Nostr client for iOS, adds


tags: Sparrow is a free and open-source modern desktop Bitcoin wallet application supporting most hardware wallets and built on common standards such as PSBT, with an emphasis on transparency and usability.

content:
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![Sparrow Wallet v2.2.1: Recent Blocks View, Improved Camera, Tor & P2A Updates](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/sparrow-wallet-v220.jpg)

This update brings key enhancements for clarity and usability:

*   **Recent Blocks View**: Added to the Send tab and inspired by Mempool's visualization, it displays the last 2 blocks and the estimated next block to help choose fee rates.
*   **Camera System Overhaul**: Features a new library for higher resolution detection and mouse-scroll zoom support when available.
*   **Vector-Based Images**: All app images are now vectorized and theme-aware, enhancing contrast, especially in dark mode.
*   **Tor & P2A Updates**: Upgraded internal Tor and improved support for pay-to-anchor (P2A) outputs.
*   **Linux Package Rename**: For Linux users, Sparrow has been renamed to sparrowwallet (or sparrowserver); in some cases, the original sparrow package may need manual removal.
*   Additional updates include showing total payments in multi-payment transaction diagrams, better handling of long labels, and other UI enhancements.

[![Sparrow Wallet v2.2.1: Recent Blocks View, Improved Camera, Tor & P2A Updates](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-12.png)](https://xcancel.com/SparrowWallet/status/1925130328697369071)

*   [**Sparrow v2.2.1**](https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases) is a bug fix release that addresses missing UUID issue when starting Tor on recent macOS versions, icons for external sources in Settings and Recent Blocks view, repackaged `.deb` installs to use older gzip instead of zstd compression, and removed display of median fee rate where fee rates source is set to Server.

**Learn how to get started with Sparrow wallet:**

Release notes (v2.2.0)
----------------------

*   Added Recent Blocks view to Send tab.
*   Converted all bitmapped images to theme aware SVG format for all wallet models and dialogs.
*   Support send and display of pay to anchor (P2A) outputs.
*   Renamed `sparrow` package to `sparrowwallet` and `sparrowserver` on Linux.
*   Switched camera library to openpnp-capture.
*   Support FHD (1920 x 1080) and UHD4k (3840 x 2160) capture resolutions.
*   Support camera zoom with mouse scroll where possible.
*   In the Download Verifier, prefer verifying the dropped file over the default file where the file is not in the manifest.
*   Show a warning (with an option to disable the check) when importing a wallet with a derivation path matching another script type.
*   In Cormorant, avoid calling the `listwalletdir` RPC on initialization due to a potentially slow response on Windows.
*   Avoid server address resolution for public servers.
*   Assume server address is non local for resolution failures where a proxy is configured.
*   Added a tooltip to indicate truncated labels in table cells.
*   Dynamically truncate input and output labels in the tree on a transaction tab, and add tooltips if necessary.
*   Improved tooltips for wallet tabs and transaction diagrams with long labels.
*   Show the address where available on input and output tooltips in transaction tab tree.
*   Show the total amount sent in payments in the transaction diagram when constructing multiple payment transactions.
*   Reset preferred table column widths on adjustment to improve handling after window resizing.
*   Added accessible text to improve screen reader navigation on seed entry.
*   Made Wallet Summary table grow horizontally with dialog sizing.
*   Reduced tooltip show delay to 200ms.
*   Show transaction diagram fee percentage as less than 0.01% rather than 0.00%.
*   Optimized and reduced Electrum server RPC calls.
*   Upgraded Bouncy Castle, PGPainless and Logback libraries.
*   Upgraded internal Tor to v0.4.8.16.
*   Bug fix: Fixed issue with random ordering of keystore origins on labels import.
*   Bug fix: Fixed non-zero account script type detection when signing a message on Trezor devices.
*   Bug fix: Fixed issue parsing remote Coldcard xpub encoded on a different network.
*   Bug fix: Fixed inclusion of fees on wallet label exports.
*   Bug fix: Increase Trezor device libusb timeout.

**Linux users**: Note that the `sparrow` package has been renamed to `sparrowwallet` or `sparrowserver`, and in some cases you may need to manually uninstall the original `sparrow` package. Look in the `/opt` folder to ensure you have the new name, and the original is removed.

What's new in v2.2.1
--------------------

*   Updated Tor library to fix missing UUID issue when starting Tor on recent macOS versions.
*   Repackaged `.deb` installs to use older gzip instead of zstd compression.
*   Removed display of median fee rate where fee rates source is set to Server.
*   Added icons for external sources in Settings and Recent Blocks view
*   Bug fix: Fixed issue in Recent Blocks view when switching fee rates source
*   Bug fix: Fixed NPE on null fee returned from server

[**Announcement**](https://njump.me/nevent1qqszm2pjnt464tu242awrwkyvqgt590rvsf2lk7lgj0glpae0ts0epspp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqzyzl85553k5ew3wgc7twfs9yffz3n60sd5pmc346pdaemf363fuywv4yjku6) / [Archive](http://archive.today/V2tHL)
[**GitHub Repo**](https://github.com/sparrowwallet/sparrow/releases)


content:
[![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, May 20th, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-8.png)](https://mempool.space/)

News
----

*   **Wallet of Satoshi teases a comeback in the US market with a non-custodial product.** According to an [announcement on X](https://xcancel.com/walletofsatoshi/status/1923875750165479768), the widely popular custodial Lightning wallet is preparing to re-enter the United States market with a non-custodial wallet. It is unclear whether the product will be open-source, but the project has clarified that "there will be no KYC on any Wallet of Satoshi, ever!" Wallet of Satoshi [ceased](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/wallet-of-satoshi-stops-serving-us-customers/) serving customers in the United States in November 2023.

[![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, May 20th, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-5.png)](https://xcancel.com/walletofsatoshi/status/1923875750165479768)

*   **Vulnerability disclosure: Remote crash due to addr message spam in Bitcoin Core versions before v29.** Bitcoin Core developer _Antoine Poinsot_ [disclosed](https://gnusha.org/pi/bitcoindev/EYvwAFPNEfsQ8cVwiK-8v6ovJU43Vy-ylARiDQ_1XBXAgg_ZqWIpB6m51fAIRtI-rfTmMGvGLrOe5Utl5y9uaHySELpya2ojC7yGsXnP90s=@protonmail.com/T/#u#mc3e78110ae4b67757a616e3c7492ce1cc56858c1) an integer overflow bug that crashes a node if spammed with addr messages over an extended period. A fix was released on April 14, 2025, in [Bitcoin Core v29.0.](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-core-v29-0/) The issue is rated Low severity.
*   **Coinbase Know Your Customer (KYC) data leak.** The U.S. Department of Justice, including its Criminal Division in Washington, is [investigating](https://www.theblock.co/post/354935/doj-launches-criminal-investigation-into-coinbase-cyberattack-bloomberg) a cyberattack on Coinbase. The incident involved cybercriminals attempting to [extort $20 millio](https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/coinbase-discloses-breach-faces-up-to-400-million-in-losses/)n from Coinbase to prevent stolen customer data from being leaked online. Although the data breach affected less than 1% of the exchange's users, Coinbase now faces [at least six lawsuits](https://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:e50cbbb4d094b:0-coinbase-hit-with-wave-of-lawsuits-over-customer-data-breaches/) following the revelation that some customer support agents were bribed as part of the extortion scheme.
*   **Fold has launched Bitcoin Gift Cards**, [enabling users](https://investor.foldapp.com/news-releases/news-release-details/fold-introduces-most-convenient-way-buy-and-share-bitcoin-new) to purchase bitcoin for personal use or as gifts, redeemable via the Fold app. These cards are currently available on Fold’s [website](https://foldapp.com/bitcoin-gift-card) and are planned to expand to major retailers nationwide later this year.

> "Our mission is to make bitcoin simple and approachable for everyone. The Bitcoin Gift Card brings bitcoin to millions of Americans in a familiar way. Available at the places people already shop, the Bitcoin Gift Card is the best way to gift bitcoin to others," said Will Reeves, Chairman and CEO of Fold.

*   **Corporate treasuries hold nearly 1.1 million BTC**, representing about 5.5% of the total circulating supply (1,082,164 BTC), per [BitcoinTreasuries.net](https://bitcointreasuries.net/entities/tether-holdings) data. Recent purchases include Strategy adding [7,390 BTC](https://btctimes.com/strategy-acquires-7-390-bitcoin-as-class-action-lawsuit-filed/) (total: 576,230 BTC), Metplanet acquiring [1,004 BTC](https://contents.xj-storage.jp/xcontents/33500/b701fd66/1080/4ce0/9206/7989fd6ade07/140120250519557359.pdf) (total: 7,800 BTC), Tether holding over 100,521 BTC, and XXI Capital, led by _Jack Mallers_, starting with 31,500 BTC.
    *   Meanwhile, a group of investors [has filed](https://www.theblock.co/post/354851/strategy-and-co-founder-michael-saylor-faces-class-action-lawsuit-involving-alleged-federal-securities-law-violations) a class action lawsuit against Strategy and its executive _Michael Saylor_. The lawsuit alleges that Strategy made overly optimistic projections using fair value accounting under new FASB rules while downplaying potential losses.
*   **The U.S. Senate voted to advance the GENIUS stablecoin bill** for further debate before a final vote to pass it. Meanwhile, the House is crafting its own stablecoin legislation to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins and their issuers in the U.S, [reports](https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2025/05/19/senate-advances-stablecoin-bill-clearing-the-way-for-final-passage) _CoinDesk._
*   **French 'crypto' entrepreneurs get priority access to emergency police services.** French Minister of the Interior, _Bruno Retailleau,_ [agreed](https://protos.com/french-government-gives-crypto-entrepreneurs-priority-police-line/) on measures to enhance security for 'crypto' professionals during a meeting on Friday. This follows a [failed kidnapping](https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/05/15/crypto-exchange-ceos-daughter-grandson-targeted-in-paris-kidnap-attempt) attempt on Tuesday targeting the family of a cryptocurrency exchange CEO, and two other kidnappings earlier this year.
*   **Brussels Court declares tracking-based ads illegal in EU.** The Brussels Court of Appeal [ruled](https://therecord.media/eu-court-rules-tracking-based-ads-illegal) tracking-based online ads illegal in the EU due to an inadequate consent model. Major tech firms like Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and X are affected by the decision, as their consent pop-ups fail to protect privacy in real-time bidding, writes _The Record_.
*   **Telegram shares data on 22,777 users in Q1 2025**, a [significant increase](https://www.404media.co/telegram-gave-authorities-data-on-more-than-20-000-users/) from the 5,826 users' data shared during the same period in 2024. This significant increase follows the arrest of CEO and founder _Pavel Durov_ [last year](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/telegram-founder-pavel-durov-charged-on-12-criminal-counts-in-france/).
*   **An Australian judge has ruled that Bitcoin is money**, [potentially exempting](https://www.afr.com/wealth/personal-finance/this-court-case-could-make-your-bitcoin-profits-tax-free-20250430-p5lvft) it from capital gains tax in the country. If upheld on appeal, this interim decision could lead to taxpayer refunds worth up to $1 billion, per tax lawyer _Adrian Cartland_.

Use the tools
-------------

*   [**Bitcoin Safe v1.3.0**](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bitcoin-safe-v1-3-0/) a secure and user-friendly Bitcoin savings wallet for beginners and advanced users, introduces an interactive chart, Child Pays For Parent (CPFP) support, testnet4 compatibility, preconfigured testnet demo wallets, various bug fixes, and other improvements.
*   [**BlueWallet v7.1.8**](https://github.com/BlueWallet/BlueWallet/releases) brings numerous bug fixes, dependency updates, and a new search feature for addresses and transactions.
*   [**Aqua Wallet v0.3.0**](https://github.com/AquaWallet/aqua-wallet/releases/tag/v0.3.0) is out, offering beta testing for the reloadable Dolphin card ([in partnership with Visa](https://btctimes.com/aqua-pushes-forward-with-visa-as-moonpay-partners-with-mastercard/)) for spending bitcoin and Liquid BTC. It also includes a new Optical Character Recognition (OCR) text scanner to read text addresses like QR codes, colored numbers on addresses for better readability, a reduced minimum for spending and swapping Liquid Bitcoin to 100 sats, plus other fixes and enhancements.

![Good Morning, Bitcoin - Tuesday, May 20th, 2025](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-7.png)

Source: [Aqua wallet.](https://xcancel.com/AquaBitcoin/status/1923169207346225655/photo/1)

*   The latest firmware updates for [**COLDCARD Mk4 v5.4.3 and Q v1.3.3**](https://xcancel.com/COLDCARDwallet/status/1922658877562360154) are now available, featuring the latest enhancements and bug fixes.
*   [**Nunchuk Android v1.9.68.1**](https://github.com/nunchuk-io/nunchuk-android/releases/tag/android.1.68.1) and [**iOS v1.9.79**](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nunchuk-bitcoin-wallet/id1563190073) introduce support for custom blockchain explorers, wallet archiving, re-ordering wallets on the home screen via long-press, and an anti-fee sniping setting.
*   [**BDK-cli v1.0.0**](https://github.com/bitcoindevkit/bdk-cli/releases/tag/v1.0.0), a CLI wallet library and REPL tool to demo and test the BDK library, now uses bdk\_wallet 1.0.0 and integrates Kyoto, utilizing the Kyoto protocol for compact block filters. It sets SQLite as the default database and discontinues support for sled.
*   [**publsp**](https://github.com/smallworlnd/publsp) is a new command-line tool designed for Lightning node runners or Lightning Service Providers (LSPs) to advertise liquidity offers over Nostr.

> "LSPs advertise liquidity as addressable Kind 39735 events. Clients just pull and evaluate all those structured events, then NIP-17 DM an LSP of their choice to coordinate a liquidity purchase," [writes](https://njump.me/nevent1qqsrpdcdjyw2yz4fp3aas7mr24e7f6sxe2n3wexjwpu09ev5pgm3z2qpp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqzypwe8ymf9knyvku79g55ygmz0g5hue5dk99xy7s4jup8v4dev2nly7wfa0j) developer _smallworlnd._

*   [**Lightning Blinder**](https://github.com/supertestnet/lightning_blinder) by _Super Testnet_ is a proof-of-concept privacy tool for the Lightning Network. It enables users to mislead Lightning Service Providers (LSPs) by making it appear as though one wallet is the sender or recipient, masking the original wallet. Explore and try it out [here](https://supertestnet.github.io/lightning_blinder/).

*   [**Mempal v1.5.3**](https://github.com/aeonBTC/Mempal/releases/tag/v1.5.3), a Bitcoin mempool monitoring and notification app for Android, now includes a swipe-down feature to refresh the dashboard, a custom time option for widget auto-update frequency, and a


tags: Bitcoin Safe is a secure, user-friendly Bitcoin savings wallet for all users. It comes with step-by-step setup guides, support for all major hardware signers, transaction visualization, and built-in multisig collaboration tools. Compact Block Filters for enhanced privacy are in development.

content:
[Contribute to keep No Bullshit Bitcoin news going.](https://geyser.fund/project/nobsbitcoin)

*   Version 1.3 of [Bitcoin Safe](https://github.com/andreasgriffin/bitcoin-safe/releases/tag/1.3.0) introduces a redesigned interactive chart, quick receive feature, updated icons, a mempool preview window, support for Child Pays For Parent (CPFP) and testnet4, preconfigured testnet demo wallets, as well as various bug fixes and improvements.

*   Upcoming updates for Bitcoin Safe include [Compact Block Filters](https://bitcoinops.org/en/topics/compact-block-filters/).

> "Compact Block Filters increase the network privacy dramatically, since you're not asking an electrum server to give you your transactions. They are a little slower than electrum servers. For a savings wallet like [Bitcoin Safe](https://archive.is/o/x8jSG/https://bitcoin-safe.org/) this should be OK," [writes](https://njump.me/naddr1qqgrwwf4xcmnjcf4xvunvd3sxqungqgwwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkctczyqrtex4hcpkt428mjzy75vn8xc6qgulu2jmh4c0qjdmxkuzz03y02qcyqqq823ccjtzhj) the project's developer _Andreas Griffin._

*   Learn more about the current and upcoming features of Bitcoin Safe wallet [here](https://njump.me/naddr1qqgrwwf4xcmnjcf4xvunvd3sxqungqgwwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkctczyqrtex4hcpkt428mjzy75vn8xc6qgulu2jmh4c0qjdmxkuzz03y02qcyqqq823ccjtzhj).

What's new in v1.3
------------------

*   **Redesign** of Chart, Quick Receive, Icons, and Mempool Preview (by [@design-rrr](https://github.com/design-rrr)).
*   **Interactive chart.** Clicking on it now jumps to transaction, and selected transactions are now highlighted.

![Bitcoin Safe v1.3.0: Interactive Chart, CPFP, Testnet4 Support](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/interactive-chart.gif)

*   Speed up transactions with Child Pays For Parent (CPFP).
*   BDK 1.2 (upgraded from 0.32).
*   Testnet4 support.
*   Preconfigured Testnet demo wallets.
*   Cluster unconfirmed transactions so that parents/children are next to each other.
*   Customizable columns for all tables (optional view: Txid, Address index, and more)
*   Bug fixes and other improvements.

![Bitcoin Safe v1.3.0: Interactive Chart, CPFP, Testnet4 Support](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/bitcoin-safe-v13.jpg)

[**Announcement**](https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2dn0z03as87764zy9fg5sdzkh45paajj6pagp5rjwd6well7xnjqppamhxue69uhkummnw3ezumt0d5qs6amnwvaz7tmwdaejumr0dspzqstewfpmn5wewcuupn7wctnxxtk3tz882krc8p4623t9qxa48lalhl3872) / [Archive](http://archive.today/QjYVe)
[**Blog Post**](https://njump.me/naddr1qqgrwwf4xcmnjcf4xvunvd3sxqungqgwwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkctczyqrtex4hcpkt428mjzy75vn8xc6qgulu2jmh4c0qjdmxkuzz03y02qcyqqq823ccjtzhj) / [Archive](https://archive.is/x8jSG)
[**GitHub Repo**](https://github.com/andreasgriffin/bitcoin-safe)
[Website](https://bitcoin-safe.org/en/)


tags: LND v0.19.0-beta: RBF Cooperative Close, Improved Payment Reliability & More

tags: The Lightning Network Daemon (LND) is a complete implementation of a Lightning Network node developed by Lightning Labs.

content:
[Contribute to keep No Bullshit Bitcoin news going.](https://geyser.fund/project/nobsbitcoin)

*   The newest LND release brings upgrades that empower developers with better on-chain management, significantly boost backend scalability for expanding services, and ensure a more seamless and dependable payment experience.

> "We are excited to announce the release of LND v0.19.0 beta! This new release focuses on making LND more secure, scalable, and reliable for powering global bitcoin and stablecoin transactions," was announced in a blog post.

*   Some highlights of this release include a Replace-By-Fee Cooperative Close for flexible channel closure fees, migration of invoices to SQL for faster startups, enhanced payment reliability through improved pathfinding, transaction sweeper improvements, the addition of Testnet4 support for stable testing, among other things.

> "As always, we are grateful for the ongoing support of our external contributors across development, review, and testing. A total of 51 developers contributed to this release. For the complete list of changes included in this release, check out the [full release notes](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/releases/tag/v0.19.0-beta)."

What's new
----------

*   [**New RBF cooperative close flow**](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9610)**.** It uses RBF to enable either side to increase their fee rate using their _own_ channel funds. Channel peers must support the `option_simple_close` for this new protocol to work. This new feature can be activated with a new config flag: `--protocol.rbf-coop-close`.
    *   This feature isn't compatible with older LND versions; fee bumping with them uses CPFP. It already works with Eclair v0.12.0 or up, and should work with other implementations as they roll out support for this protocol. The protocol currently does not support Taproot channels and Taproot asset channels.
*   **Support for archiving channel backups** **in a specific folder for future reference.** It comes with a new config option, `disable-backup-archive` (default: `false`), to control whether previous backups are archived.
*   [**Support**](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/8390) **for** [**experimental endorsement**](https://github.com/lightning/blips/pull/27) **signal relay.** Deployed experimentally to assist ongoing channel jamming research, it has _no impact_ on routing.
*   **Initial support for** [**quiescence**](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/8270)**.** This protocol gadget is required for upcoming Dynamic Commitments and Splicing features.
*   **Historical Sync**: Fixed [a race condition](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9424) blocking initial sync due to syncer's internal state handling.
*   **Max Fee Rate** is [now respected](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9491) during cooperative close initiation for both parties, not just the remote party.
*   Lots of other [**bug fixes**](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/blob/master/docs/release-notes/release-notes-0.19.0.md#bug-fixes).
*   **Performance Improvements:**
    *   Limit outbound [gossip traffic bandwidth](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9607) with --gossip.msg-rate-bytes and --gossip.msg-rate-burst. Set burst to the maximum bytes transmittable without rate limiting, and rate to the ongoing permitted rate.

*   Ability to use ZSTD for log rotation.
*   [Remove redundant iteration](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9496) over a node's persisted channels when updating the graph cache with a new node or node update.

*   **Functional Enhancements:**
    *   [Add pagination](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/8998) for wallet transactions.
    *   [Make](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9562) `MaxWaitNumBlocksFundingConf` configurable for faster test timeouts, with a default of 2016 blocks for production.
    *   Change sweeper to [attempt sweeps](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9627) if the budget is partially covered, preventing delays and high fees.
    *   [Validate](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9603) MPP parameters before payment to avoid path finding loops and timeouts.
*   **Functional Updates:**
    *   Enable [log compression](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9017) with ZSTD using the logging.file.compressor argument.
    *   [Enhance SCB file](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/8183) with more data for last-resort rescue when a peer is unavailable.
    *   Update channel.backup file at shutdown in LND.
    *   Introduce [chainio subsystem](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9315) to sync subsystems with the current best block, fixing delays in HTLC sweeping due to block height discrepancies in ChainArbitrator, UtxoSweeper, and TxPublisher. Click [here](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/blob/master/chainio/README.md) to learn more.
    *   Sweeper now uses [configured budget values](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9274) for HTLCs with `--sweeper.budget.deadlinehtlcratio` and `--sweeper.budget.deadlinehtlc`.
    *   Consider blockbeat dispatcher height [when checking](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9501) if lnd is synced to chain.
    *   Allocate restricted slots for peers via [\--num-restricted-slots](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9458).
    *   Added support for bitcoin [testnet4](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9620).
    *   [Removed](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9621) x/exp/maps dependency.
    *   Add [\--no-disconnect-on-pong-failure option](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9801) (default: false) to manage peer disconnection on pong failure or mismatch.
*   **RPC Additions and Updates.** Some RPCs that previously returned an empty response now provide a [short status message](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/7762) to help command line users confirm successful execution or background initiation. The following CLI commands no longer return an empty response ({}):

    *   `lncli wallet releaseoutput` (`WalletKit.ReleaseOutput` RPC)
    *   `lncli wallet accounts import-pubkey` (`WalletKit.ImportPublicKey` RPC)
    *   `lncli wallet labeltx` (`WalletKit.LabelTransaction` RPC)
    *   `lncli sendcustom` (`Lightning.SendCustomMessage` RPC)
    *   `lncli connect` (`Lightning.ConnectPeer` RPC)
    *   `lncli disconnect` (`Lightning.DisconnectPeer` RPC)
    *   `lncli stop` (`Lightning.Stop` RPC)
    *   `lncli deletepayments` (`Lightning.DeleteAllPaymentsResponse` RPC)
    *   `lncli abandonchannel` (`Lightning.AbandonChannel` RPC)
    *   `lncli restorechanbackup` (`Lightning.RestoreChannelBackups` RPC)
    *   `lncli verifychanbackup` (`Lightning.VerifyChanBackup` RPC)

    *   The ForwardInterceptor's MODIFY option now [merges](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9240) custom range TLVs with existing HTLC records, overwriting conflicting values with API-supplied ones.
    *   [Make](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9405) ProofMatureDelta in gossip configurable via --gossip.announcement-conf, defaulting to 6.
    *   [Add LockedIn boolean field](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9602) to lnrpc.HTLC to show if an HTLC is locked in by the remote peer.
    *   [Allow custom lock ID and duration in FundPsbt](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9724) RPC.
    *   Extend [lnrpc.RPCMiddlewareRequest](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9739) to include [gRPC metadata](https://grpc.io/docs/guides/metadata) pairs from the initial request's context.Context.
    *   [Updated](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9772) `PendingSweeps` to return all registered outputs in the RPC response, regardless of future locktime, enabling planning for upcoming sweeps and custom aggregation logic. Added `MaturityHeight` field to `PendingSweep` for absolute locktime value.
    *   [Add BumpForceCloseFee RPC endpoint](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/8843), moving lncli functionality to LND for broader accessibility.
    *   Enhance walletrpc.FundPsbt with an option to [set fees as sat\_per\_kw](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9013) for greater precision.
    *   [Add a new option in walletrpc.FundPsbt](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/8600) to specify the maximum fee-to-output amounts ratio.
    *   [Sort](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9337) lnrpc.Invoice.Htlcs by InvoiceHTLC.HtlcIndex in the list invoices RPC response.
    *   Set a [default 60-second timeout](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9359) for routerrpc.SendPaymentV2 when timeout\_seconds is unset or 0.
    *   Include [custom\_channel\_data for custom channels](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9504) in lnrpc.ClosedChannels response.
*   **lncli updates and additions:**
    *   Allow [pre-generated macaroon root key](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9172) in lncli create and lncli createwatchonly for deterministic macaroon generation.
    *   [Add --sat\_per\_kw flag](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9013) to lncli wallet fundpsbt for precise fee rate specification.
    *   Include [\--max\_fee\_ratio argument](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/8600) in lncli wallet fundpsbt to set maximum fee-to-output amounts ratio.
    *   [Enhance](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9390) lncli listchannels and lncli closedchannels output with human-readable short channel ID and BOLT02 channel ID; rename chan\_id to scid for accuracy.
    *   Initiate cooperative close flow in [coop close case](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9491) even with active HTLCs, disabling the channel for new HTLCs and starting the flow when no HTLCs remain.
    *   Introduce macaroon constraint for [IP range-based access restriction](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/pull/9546), expanding beyond spe


tags: Cake Wallet is an open-source, privacy-oriented multi-currency wallet available on Android, iOS, macOS, Windows (beta) and Linux.

content:
[Contribute to keep No Bullshit Bitcoin news going.](https://geyser.fund/project/nobsbitcoin)

*   This release introduces Payjoin v2 functionality to Bitcoin wallets on Cake, along with several UI/UX improvements and bug fixes.
*   The [Payjoin v2 protocol](https://payjoin.org/) enables asynchronous, serverless coordination between sender and receiver, removing the need to be online simultaneously or maintain a server. This simplifies privacy-focused transactions for regular users.

> "I cannot speak highly enough of how amazing it has been to work with [@bitgould](https://x.com/bitgould) and Jaad from the[@payjoindevkit](https://x.com/payjoindevkit) team, they're doing incredible work. None of this would be possible without them and their tireless efforts. PDK made it so much easier to ship Payjoin v2 than it would have been otherwise, and I can't wait to see other wallets jump in and give back to PDK as they implement it like we did," [said](https://xcancel.com/sethforprivacy/status/1924815548543541711) Seth For Privacy, VP at Cake Wallet.

![Cake Wallet v4.28: Payjoin v2 Support](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/cakewalletv4040.jpg)

**How to started with Payjoin in Cake Wallet:**

1.  Open the app menu sidebar and click `Privacy`.
2.  Toggle the `Use Payjoin` option.
3.  Now on your receive screen you'll see an option to copy a Payjoin URL

![Cake Wallet v4.28: Payjoin v2 Support](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-9.png)

*   [Bull Bitcoin Wallet v0.4.0](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/bull-bitcoin-wallet-v0-4-0/) introduced Payjoin v2 support in late December 2024. However, the current implementations are not interoperable at the moment, an issue that should be addressed in the next release of the [Bull Bitcoin Wallet](https://github.com/SatoshiPortal/bullbitcoin-mobile).

[![Cake Wallet v4.28: Payjoin v2 Support](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-11.png)](https://xcancel.com/francispouliot_/status/1924958880804589739)

*   Cake Wallet was [one of the first wallets](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/cake-wallet-v4-18-0/) to introduce [Silent Payments](https://silentpayments.xyz/) back in May 2024. However, users may encounter sync issues while using this feature at present, which will be resolved in the next release of Cake Wallet.

[![Cake Wallet v4.28: Payjoin v2 Support](https://www.nobsbitcoin.com/content/images/2025/05/image-10.png)](https://xcancel.com/sethforprivacy/status/1924770756828831867)

What's new
----------

*   [**Payjoin v2**](https://payjoin.org/docs/how-it-works/payjoin-v2-bip-77/) implementation.
*   **Wallet group improvements**: Enhanced management of multiple wallets.
*   **Various bug fixes**: improving overall stability and user experience.
*   Monero (XMR) enhancements.

Learn more about using, implementing, and understanding [BIP 77: Payjoin Version 2](https://github.com/bitcoin/bips/pull/1483) using the `payjoin` crate in Payjoin Dev Kit [here](https://payjoin.org/docs/tutorials/receive-payjoin-v2).

[**Announcement**](https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2k8yn2s8eres7gzcnhkj36easy939jz3nddrm7wv7gkdvg93tjhcpz4mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujumt0wd68ytnsw43qyg8uq7ecmfs397lxe48qjwc90jldzzrfyuz3s9nn7vk46s82m6k5my4r5zne)
[**Blog Post**](https://blog.cakewallet.com/bitcoin-privacy-takes-a-leap-forward-cake-wallet-introduces-payjoin-v2/) / [Archive](http://archive.today/RpdxK)
[**GitHub Repo**](https://github.com/cake-tech/cake_wallet/releases/tag/v4.28.0)


tags: Jeff Walton shows how Bitcoin treasury firms like Strive are disrupting the $300T fixed-income market with Bitcoin-backed credit instruments.

content:
Key Takeaways
-------------

![TFTC - Market Insider: "Bitcoin Just Disrupted a $300 Trillion Fixed Income Market" | Jeff Walton](https://www.tftc.io/content/images/2025/09/Jeff-Walton.jpg)

Bitcoin treasury companies are using structured finance to push Bitcoin into the heart of capital markets, especially the $300T fixed-income arena, by issuing instruments like perpetual preferreds and convertibles that offer higher yields, heavy over-collateralization, and 24/7 mark-to-risk transparency. Jeff Walton maps his move from reinsurance to Strive to show how credit/risk skills translate directly, highlighting their cashless Semler acquisition as a blueprint for turning “zombie” firms into credit-improved, Bitcoin-backed platforms that access larger capital pools. He argues the real KPI is “Bitcoin per share,” that we’re still early, and that equity appetite is mixed while debt markets are already open. The “paper Bitcoin summer” critique is dismissed as short-term churn; the longer arc is risk repricing as capital gravitates to superior collateral and liquidity. Framed this way, Bitcoin isn’t being captured by Wall Street, Bitcoin is quietly recoding financial infrastructure.

Best Quotes
-----------

*   “The fixed income market is a $300 trillion pool of capital. If you want to make the biggest splash in Bitcoin, you disrupt the fixed income market.”
*   “Every single company on the planet will eventually be holding Bitcoin on the balance sheet.”
*   “Semler was a self-proclaimed zombie company, then they started buying Bitcoin and accumulated over $500 million, suddenly they had optionality and downside protection.”
*   “Risk is mispriced globally. Most equities are leveraged to uncertain future cash flows. Bitcoin treasury companies are leveragingthe to money they already have.”
*   “Bitcoin isn’t being taken over by the suits, Bitcoin is taking over financial infrastructure.”
*   “Strategy has acquired 638,000 Bitcoin while CrowdStrike has effectively lost 18,000 in Bitcoin terms, yet CrowdStrike trades at a higher market cap.”

Conclusion
----------

This conversation frames Bitcoin treasury companies as the next frontier of financial innovation. Walton views them as both a lifeline for struggling firms and a disruptive force in the largest capital pools on earth. While skeptics point to volatility or “paper Bitcoin” suppression, the bigger picture is the gradual integration of Bitcoin-backed credit into global markets, creating new liquidity dynamics and repricing risk across the financial system. As Walton notes, the hated nature of this trade is precisely why it may deliver outsized returns: it challenges entrenched assumptions about equity, debt, and value storage. Ultimately, this episode underscores that Bitcoin’s destiny is not just as money, but as the backbone of a reconstructed global financial architecture.

Timestamps
----------

0:00 - Intro
1:08 - Jeff at Strive
5:36 - STRK
9:46 - Semler deal structure
13:28 - Paper bitcoin summer
17:47 - Obscura & SLNT
20:06 - Institutional appetite
23:26 - Critical treasury mass affecting long term price
27:53 - What are the products providing?
32:29 - STRC and Fed/Treasury
35:00 - Bitkey & Unchained
36:33 - Reinsurance history
46:46 - Opportunity Cost
47:30 - Soft landing, disrupting fixed income
51:16 - Operating business examples
57:53 - Companies missing out, S&P comparison
1:04:41 - What does S&P inclusion mean?

Transcript
----------

(00:00) The fixed income market is a $300 trillion pool of capital. If you want to make the biggest splash in Bitcoin, you disrupt the fixed income market. MSDR has amplified Bitcoin. This is a monumental idea. Every single company on the planet will eventually be holding Bitcoin on the balance sheet. Is incredibly early days.
(00:19) Us at Strive, we're aiming to be the Metaplanet of the United States. If you look at the Bitcoin rating, the collateralization rating actually improves by over 200% on the convertible bond when you combine the two entities and the the Bitcoin back balance sheet. Similar, they were a self-proclaimed zombie company and then they started buying Bitcoin and ended up accumulating over $500 million of Bitcoin.
(00:38) Paper Bitcoin Summer, these companies are buying Bitcoin and the price isn't going up. So, there's going to be some price suppression. STRC is a effectively like a high yield savings account. What they created is effectively a refinancing mechanism that can refinance daily. Crowd strike in Bitcoin terms. They've lost 18,000 Bitcoin.
(00:56) In that same time horizon, Strategy has acquired and accumulated 638,000 Bitcoin. So many people don't understand Bitcoin in the traditional financial world. \[Music\] Jeff Walton, welcome back to the show. Thank you. Happy to be here. A lot has changed since the last time you were here. It was eight months ago.
(01:22) And I I believe if I recall correctly, you were telling me off air that you were about to leave your reinsurance business to jump full uh full speed ahead into the Bitcoin world, the Bitcoin treasury world. Um it's appropo that we're meeting here September 23rd. Yesterday, September 22nd, you tweeted out, "Eight months ago, I was selling reinsurance this weekend.
(01:41) and the entire Strive team worked to tirelessly worked tirelessly to acquire a company that holds 5,021 Bitcoin in a cashless transaction that will be in M&A case studies for years to come. The world is changing fast. You can just do things. You're doing things. I'm doing things. Let's talk about uh the journey from January 29th when we published the last recording um of us meeting to discuss Bitcoin treasury strategies and today a lot has changed for you personally.
(02:06) Yeah, a lot has changed for me personally. Yeah, I was previously selling reinsurance. So, I was a reinsurance broker selling insurance to insurance companies, which a lot of people think this is an insurance role, but it was really a capital markets role.
(02:25) I was uh effectively selling volatility of insurance company balance sheets to hedge funds and and capital providers across the globe. So there was a a very clear opportunity and synergy for me to focus on what was happening in the Bitcoin ecosystem in the Bitcoin world because it's effectively capital markets transactions working with investors creating structured products uh volatility tranches thinking about risk and risk profiles from a probabilistic framework.
(02:52) Literally every single thing that I was doing in the reinsurance world was applicable to the what what was happening here in the Bitcoin world. It's very funny. When I when I left my job in reinsurance, I told them I wasn't doing anything.
(03:11) I was taking a break and they're like, "What are you talking about? What what do you mean? What do you mean you're not doing anything?" I'm like, "I'm focused on Bitcoin. I don't know. I don't know what yet. I don't know what I'm going to do, but I need to spend my time and energy in this area to figure out what's what's next for me. So, yeah, it was a bit of a confusion. They were bewildered.
(03:33) Let's just let's just say they were bewildered when I when I told them I was entering the space. And so, fast forward to where we are today. Uh, I was exploring different opportunities in the market and just continuing to have conversations, going to different events. Uh, in conversations with Matt and the Strive team, they had added me to the independent board um, to help grow their future Bitcoin treasury company.
(03:58) This was last May when they announced the uh, the reverse merger transaction that they were entering in. And after further conversations, there became a very clear opportunity for me to work in a role at Strive and have some synergy and be able to spend my energy in an appropriate place. So had a ton of conversations with them, their their team and Matt and understanding like what is this opportunity here and is this where I where I want to uh want to hitch myself to to this horse, right? And ultimately, this was exactly what I was looking to do is I wanted to work within a company and buy as much Bitcoin as humanly
(04:39) possible, structure capital markets transactions, work with investors, continue with education within the marketplace, think about risk and structured credit and finance and volatility. And this became a very apparent uh win for me personally. And the the alternative is, you know, thinking about trying to go do some of this stuff on your own.
(05:07) And the reality of building a Bitcoin treasury is really difficult and you need a strong team. Like for example, we just went through this M&A transaction and and folks were working all day every day overnight. And we've got a team of I don't know 10 10 12 people that were touching different pieces of this. And that's really hard to build from scratch.
(05:30) And joining a company that was already focused and putting energy in this direction was really the lowest hanging fruit, like the best the best place to park my time and energy. Yeah. Again, it's uh it's been fun watching um from the sidelines you've been doing this and I think you're following your dreams to be a little corny, but really going after something that uh that you're passionate about.
(05:52) I I love to see people doing things that they're passionate about. And I think the last time we spoke, obviously the conversation was focused heavily on strategy. I believe they had just launched uh strike um that preferred offering uh and obviously since then they've issued more preferreds uh and we we can get into that. But I think really jumping off the conversation as it pertains to treasury companies.
(06:18) I think one of the uh topics that we discussed in January is like who is going to win in this market? What is it just going to be strategy? Is it going to be winner or take all? Are people just going to copyca


tags: The acceleration toward the digital ID system is upon us.

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Marty's Bent
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We've been warning for the better part of a year to keep an eye on the conversation around immigration policy in the United States due to the fact that it is the perfect issue to Trojan Horse digital ID policy and thrust it on the masses. There is an obvious problem at the border, tens of millions of illegal immigrants flooded into the country between 2020-2024, and the Trump administration won last year's election by leading with immigration policy and has followed through on that promise. However, it is a great excuse to introduce a digital ID system in the United States.

"To ensure that illegal immigrants aren't taking the jobs of American citizens and leeching of the system without going through the process of getting a visa or becoming a citizen, everyone is going to be issued a digital ID tied to your social security number and some biometric data. You'll use this ID to get a job and do other things within the economy."

That's how it starts, but soon enough there are a number of public catastrophes that "require" a government response that requires a digital ID to access internet services, websites and social media platforms so that "nefarious individuals" can be easily tracked and apprehended before they commit crimes. If the efforts are successful and people welcome the digital ID with open arms or are forcibly pushed in against their will you end up in a completely dystopian system that has ultimate control over many parts of your life.

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Luckily for us, this hasn't happened in the United States and hopefully it never does. Though, the push for a Real ID for travel and the Treasury Department and FinCen pushing to expand the Patriot Act to include digital assets is a bit worrisome and prerequisites to a full on digital ID system. It will be important to stay vigilant and make sure things don't continue moving toward an even more burdensome surveillance state. Unfortunately for our friends across the pond in the United Kingdom, the era of digital IDs seems to be upon them.

Earlier today, it was announced by the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, that a digital ID system will be made law and it will be mandatory for every British adult to acquire one so that the British government can... "stop the boats" by using the IDs to "stop illegals from working". Not even trying to hide it. This couldn't be more painfully ironic if they tried because Starmer is the leader of the Labour party, which is responsible for the lax immigration policy that has been instituted in the UK for well over a decade. A classic move out of the problem-reaction-solution playbook that maniacal and despotic governments like to use on populaces they'd like to control. Create a massive problem by flooding a small island in the Atlantic with millions of immigrants, give them free benefits and let them run wild, put so much stress on social programs and the economy overall that people get pushed to the point where they hit the streets and begin to try to take matters into their own hands, begin passing speech laws that throw people in cages for questioning the government's policies and highlighting its effects, and then BOOM.

"We can't have you doing that, mate. After years of ignoring the problem we now recognize that it exists. To solve it we're going to need you to look into this orb so that we can tie your iris to your national insurance number. You'll need to use it with everything you do from shopping to creating an account on social media platforms. Don't worry. It's for your safety and the strength of the British economy."

Real shame, innit?

This is not a good day for the British, or humanity at large. The Five Eyes have a very tight bond and it isn't hard to imagine that the other four (the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand) are pressured to join the party so that their intelligence sharing is more streamlined. The UK could be the test bed.

Be aware, freaks.

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### Bitcoin Is Creating a "Soft Landing" Through Market Forces

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> "If Chevron had spent 25% of their $70 billion buyback on Bitcoin, the value today would be worth more than their market cap."- [Jeff Walton](https://x.com/PunterJeff?ref=tftc.io)

Jeff expanded on this, explaining how Bitcoin-backed instruments provide real stability and yield without depending on uncertain future cash flows. This bottom-up transformation represents true market innovation - not government intervention, but entrepreneurs building better financial infrastructure. The soft landing isn't coming from the Fed; it's coming from Bitcoin treasury companies creating superior products that naturally attract capital.

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### Digital ID Implementation Will Accelerate Globally as Countries Fight Dollar Stablecoin Capital Flight - Whitney Webb & Mark Goodwin

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Webb and Goodwin predict that within the next 12-24 months, we'll see a dramatic acceleration in digital ID implementation worldwide - not primarily in the US first, but in countries desperately trying to prevent capital flight to dollar stablecoins. They point to Vietnam's recent closure of 84 million bank accounts as the canary in the coal mine, with citizens only able to regain banking access by submitting to biometric verification. The mechanism is clear: as dollar stablecoins proliferate globally and offer yield, why would anyone hold depreciating local currencies? Webb notes that the ECB is already panicking about this dynamic, stating "we're screwed if we let dollar stablecoins take over." The prediction is that countries will implement increasingly draconian digital ID requirements to maintain control over their monetary systems, using the Genius Act's passage in the US as political cover. This creates a paradox where US dollar dominance actually accelerates surveillance infrastructure globally.

### Pre-Crime AI Surveillance Will Become Normalized Following Manufactured Crisis Events - Whitney Webb & Mark Goodwin

The most chilling prediction centers on the normalization of pre-crime surveillance infrastructure within the next 2-3 years. Webb traces how every administration since 9/11 has expanded domestic terror frameworks, and predicts that recent events will be used to justify AI-powered predictive policing at scale. The infrastructure already exists: Palantir's pre-crime algorithms, social media monitoring systems, and William Barr's 2019 legalization of pre-crime arrests. Webb predicts we'll see a major "galvanizing event" that will reduce public resistance to having AI scan all social media posts for "early neuropsychiatric warning signs." The mechanism already exists through companies like Carbine (funded by Jeffrey Epstein) that have quietly taken over 911 systems across America. Once normalized, Webb warns this will extend beyond security into employment: "What happens when it's like, well, if you want to work and have a job and not just have UBI, you need a brain chip?" The timeline accelerates as Palantir's integration with government systems deepens under the current administration.

### Bitcoin Treasury Companies Will See 100x Growth in Fixed Income Adoption Within 10 Years - Jeff Walton

Jeff Walton laid out a compelling case for why Bitcoin-backed securities will completely disrupt the $300 trillion fixed income market over the next decade. He predicts that within 10 years, we'll see a 100-fold increase in the adoption of perpetual preferred equities and other Bitcoin-backed credit instruments. The math is straightforward: these instruments offer 9.5-10% yields while being 8x overcollateralized with Bitcoin, compared to traditional junk bonds offering 7% with far greater risk. As Walton explained, "Capital will move to where it's treated best," and fixed income managers who fail to adopt these instruments will see their clients flee to competitors offering 150+ basis points of additional return with less risk. The key catalyst will be insurance companies and pension funds recognizing that digital risk (Bitcoin volatility) is fundamentally safer than physical risk (corporate bankruptcy, natural disasters). Once credit rating agencies begin rating these instruments, the floodgates will open as institutional mandates allow allocation to rated securities.

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Luke Dashjr's Nuclear Option: Bitcoin Developer Proposes Controversial Transaction Censorship System
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Bitcoin Core contributor Luke Dashjr is developing a mechanism to retroactively remove illegal content from Bitcoin's blockchain using Zero Knowledge Proofs, according to leaked messages reported by The Rage. The proposal would create a multi-sig council with power to delete confirmed transactions containing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) approximately one hour after confirmation.

While Dashjr claims this would "save Bitcoin," his scheme represents an unprecedented censorship capability that could extend far beyond its stated purpose. The developer, who already runs the censorship-focused OCEAN mining pool and Bitcoin Knots implementation, admits this constitutes "technically a hardfork" – though likely affecting only Knots nodes initially.

Critical details remain murky: Who selects council members? How are ZK proofs managed? What prevents mission creep to other transaction types? Most concerning, Dashjr allegedly mentioned coordinating legal letters to pressure the industry into adopting anti-CSAM measures – essentially manufacturing the crisis his solution would address.

Blockstream CEO Adam Back confirmed OCEAN has contacted rival mining pools about this initiative. The Bitcoin community's response has been overwhelmingly negative, recognizing this as a dangerous precedent that hands governments a ready-made censorship tool while solving a problem that barely exists on Bitcoin's blockchain.

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