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[vapourminer]

Cats like me don't know why but they do.

 Probably you have squinty eyes.  Cats do that as a sign of trust and affection....

yup cats do the slow blink thing to basically mean "im ok youre ok" so slow blink back, look away and then ignore them. its the cat way.

[shahzadafzal]

We are at 2T market cap.

When Bitcoin market Cap reaches $18T it will be $900K Per Coin.

11.24% It’s just a matter of time now.



https://x.com/carlbmenger/status/1868200923492962484?s=46&t=EYlgQnpcCaCtcz2k1MwkNg

[ChartBuddy]

Explanation
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[ChartBuddy]

Explanation
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[Gachapin]

My pussy cat has
No claws to scratch my big hands
She does like to lick

Nail mutilation
We blame it on the Muslims?
I'm deeply frowning

#haiku

A cat ain't a cat,
If the good parts are missing.
Muslims are no fun!

#replyku

Declawing a cat
Is like de-toothing a dog.
Leave their self defense.
_______

Enough haikus for now. It's not even Sunday.

Seriously, would you pull all your dog's teeth out, change its name to Gumby and feed it with a turkey baster? I should hope not.

Declawing a cat is just as inhumane and is also counterproductive. Rodent control is one of a cat's greatest gifts to humankind.

If your pet can't control itself, get a scratching post or a muzzle, or communicate better with it.

That was a front run
Haiku number going up
It's Sunday again

[Gachapin]

Seems like the community is already getting tired of $100K as we trend sideways. I’m seeing a lot of peak predictions, but I’m also seeing a lot of signs that people still don’t care about Bitcoin (the Microsoft vote) to balance it out. It’s going to be a fun year ahead. Watch and learn as much as you can.

I'm really really happy with going sideways over 100k.... nice feeling. I can finally enjoy the reality that was only a (100k) dream once!

[Gachapin]

For 2025 I see two strong positive possibilities (among others):

1. If they announce SBR (strategic bitcoin reserve) in US, the only way they can accumulate bitcoin fast enough (and not overpay) would be to announce that if you send your bitcoin to SBR, all your cap gains are tax free. Of course, they could say that you also need to have it for one year or more, which could be just fine.

2. They could make bitcoin a permissible subject of a 1031 exchange. Before (in 2017), they specifically excluded it, but if that law would be amended, it would be another positive step for the price. 1031 exchange right now could only be done with real estate. This is basically a rule that you can "exchange" one RE property for another. Cap gains then are considered to be "transferred" to a new property. Before 2017 many types of property exchange were allowed, but the only remaining now is RE.

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/section1031.asp

overpaying could well be part of their plan. They fill their bags (like Trumps son did) and then they pump the price into Nirvana...  most gainz for them...

[philipma1957]

For 2025 I see two strong positive possibilities (among others):

1. If they announce SBR (strategic bitcoin reserve) in US, the only way they can accumulate bitcoin fast enough (and not overpay) would be to announce that if you send your bitcoin to SBR, all your cap gains are tax free. Of course, they could say that you also need to have it for one year or more, which could be just fine.

2. They could make bitcoin a permissible subject of a 1031 exchange. Before (in 2017), they specifically excluded it, but if that law would be amended, it would be another positive step for the price. 1031 exchange right now could only be done with real estate. This is basically a rule that you can "exchange" one RE property for another. Cap gains then are considered to be "transferred" to a new property. Before 2017 many types of property exchange were allowed, but the only remaining now is RE.

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/section1031.asp

overpaying could well be part of their plan. They fill their bags (like Trumps son did) and then they pump the price into Nirvana...  most gainz for them...

hey be prepared for uppity.

maybe we get to beat gold market cap.

[sirazimuth]

I wonder if the drones are just a bunch of bitcoiners with early versions of the XPENG X2's?  *shrug*
https://youtu.be/VcdPyzCgkZk?si=x_U2kRonWaUTqD0r&t=131

".... would you buy it?  or would you feel a little bit, aaaahh... a little bit worried?..."

Nahhh!... no worries at all, totally safe, it's got double shoulder seat harnesses...

Oh wait... it is Sunday, I'll fix that...

no worries at all
totally safe, got double
shoulder harnesses...

[ChartBuddy]

Explanation
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[philipma1957]

She's waiting waits for you
Longing for you to touch her
Humans bond with cats

#haiku

She's waiting for you,
Longing for you to touch her,
Only to get scratched!

#replyku

My pussy cat has
No claws to scratch my big hands
She does like to lick

Nail mutilation
We blame it on the Muslims?
I'm deeply frowning



#haiku

I am sorry that
disappointing assumption
was made by yourself

I was making a
discrete reference to wife
as my pussy cat 🐱

[Hueristic]

...squinty eyes.  Cats do that as a sign of trust and affection...

Don't ever stare at a cat or even look it straight in the eye. That's obviously a sign of aggression and hostility.

Always almost close your eyes and make little churring sounds and you'll have a friend for life.

Haha, watching Dexter Original sin and his line "I have a kinship with cats, natures own serial killers" made me think of this conversation.

I think they nailed it with the casting all round on that show, very good job!

Dexter is one of my all time favorite series, Dexter: New Blood was horrible, this ones much better.

[Torque]

OT: Interesting

China Built a Nuclear Power Plant That Technically Can’t Melt Down

https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a61815284/china-nuclear-power-plant-cant-melt-down/

China has successfully tested a groundbreaking nuclear reactor that eliminates the risk of meltdown, a major leap forward in nuclear safety.
Located at the Shidao Bay Nuclear Plant, the HTR-PM reactor uses a pebble bed design with TRISO fuel—tiny, ceramic-coated uranium particles designed to contain fission products even under extreme temperatures.
Unlike traditional reactors that rely on water cooling, the HTR-PM can naturally dissipate heat through conduction, radiation, and convection, allowing it to remain stable without power.
In two full-scale tests conducted in 2023, the reactor demonstrated its ability to safely shut down and dissipate heat during complete power loss. Temperatures peaked at just 870°C, far below the catastrophic levels seen in disasters like Fukushima, where temperatures soared to 2800°C.

The HTR-PM’s self-cooling capability ensures it can avoid the kind of catastrophic failures that have historically undermined public trust in nuclear energy.
This innovation is part of a larger global push for safer, more sustainable nuclear power. The reactor generates 200 MW, positioning it as a promising alternative for clean energy. Its success could pave the way for broader adoption of advanced reactor designs, providing a critical boost for nuclear energy during the transition to a greener future.

[OROBTC]

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I had an idea recently that I wanted to present here, just for fun really.  We have been in a range from about $99k - $103k for weeks now.  Why might that be?

Perhaps because some HODLers (myself included) wanted to have a record, a "souvenir", that they sold some BTC at over $100k.  A psychological thing.  In my case, I just sold a smidgeon of BTC at a (bitbo.io) price of a bit over $103k.  But, Gemini (my exchange) does not actually pay that.  They take about 2% of the selling price (plus a fee).  So, I only got my sale proceeds at an actual price of about $101,250.  That is the first time I actually have a sale of BTC at a real price of over $100,000. 

I would speculate that there are rather many who would take a slice of their HODLings for that psychological 6-figure sale.   They did it!  They can show their friends or family that they sold over $100k!  What geniuses!

That might also mean that when those HODLers take that souvenir, there might be somewhat less selling, and BTC price can resume its upward march...

^---  The above is just a thought.  I don't pretend that it means much or anything.  I just present it, well, as something that that you all might enjoy or make you go "Hmm"...

[ChartBuddy]

Explanation
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[Phil_S]

Staying above 100k for 48 hours now. Nice.

[Gachapin]

For 2025 I see two strong positive possibilities (among others):

1. If they announce SBR (strategic bitcoin reserve) in US, the only way they can accumulate bitcoin fast enough (and not overpay) would be to announce that if you send your bitcoin to SBR, all your cap gains are tax free. Of course, they could say that you also need to have it for one year or more, which could be just fine.

2. They could make bitcoin a permissible subject of a 1031 exchange. Before (in 2017), they specifically excluded it, but if that law would be amended, it would be another positive step for the price. 1031 exchange right now could only be done with real estate. This is basically a rule that you can "exchange" one RE property for another. Cap gains then are considered to be "transferred" to a new property. Before 2017 many types of property exchange were allowed, but the only remaining now is RE.

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/section1031.asp

overpaying could well be part of their plan. They fill their bags (like Trumps son did) and then they pump the price into Nirvana...  most gainz for them...

hey be prepared for uppity.

maybe we get to beat gold market cap.

I hope Schiff's anus is ready

[AlcoHoDL]

Another Sunday.
Still 6 digits, still sideways.
Looks ready to pop!

ATH edging.
Is Carolina a cat?
She purrs with pleasure!

On cats vs. dogs.
Can get you wet when combined.
I'll take the dog, thanks!

Greatest gift, best friend.
My deepest condolences.
Rest in peace, Nismo.

Sorry, Roger Ver.
Road to hell, good intentions.
We know where you stand!

Saylor tried, but failed.
I thought Nadella was smart.
Is he on Windows?

Will I live to see,
A multiversal blockchain?
Schrödinger's cat bounce!

#7wodigestsundayhaikus

[Gachapin]

...

I had an idea recently that I wanted to present here, just for fun really.  We have been in a range from about $99k - $103k for weeks now.  Why might that be?

Perhaps because some HODLers (myself included) wanted to have a record, a "souvenir", that they sold some BTC at over $100k.  A psychological thing.  In my case, I just sold a smidgeon of BTC at a (bitbo.io) price of a bit over $103k.  But, Gemini (my exchange) does not actually pay that.  They take about 2% of the selling price (plus a fee).  So, I only got my sale proceeds at an actual price of about $101,250.  That is the first time I actually have a sale of BTC at a real price of over $100,000. 

I would speculate that there are rather many who would take a slice of their HODLings for that psychological 6-figure sale.   They did it!  They can show their friends or family that they sold over $100k!  What geniuses!

That might also mean that when those HODLers take that souvenir, there might be somewhat less selling, and BTC price can resume its upward march...

^---  The above is just a thought.  I don't pretend that it means much or anything.  I just present it, well, as something that that you all might enjoy or make you go "Hmm"...

Reading your post I feel motivated to sell some sats above 100k as well... 

[LFC_Bitcoin]

One hundred and three thousand, two hundred American shitcoins per Bitcoin.