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Riza Dagoc
Riza Dagoc reports on regulation, investing and the digital-asset business for TokenPost. Send corrections or tips to info@tokenpost.com.
Stories by Riza Dagoc
- DOJ Seizes Millions in Crypto as North Korean IT Fraud and Cybercrime Crackdown Expands
The U.S. Department of Justice announced a series of convictions and new asset seizures tied to North Korea’s expanding efforts to illegally obtain and exploit cryptocurrency. According to a Friday statement, five ind…
· Regulation
- Binance Now Accepts BlackRock’s Tokenized Treasury Fund BUIDL as Collateral
BlackRock’s tokenized U.S. Treasury fund, known as BUIDL and issued through Securitize, is gaining broader adoption as Binance announces it will now accept the asset as collateral for institutional trading. The decisi…
· Insights & Views
- Zcash Shows Early Signs of a Renewed Rally as Selling Pressure Collapses
Zcash (ZEC) slipped about 2.2% today, but the short-term dip masks a more important technical development. After an explosive three-month surge of more than 1,278%, the price has cooled in a controlled way without bre…
· Investing
- Crypto Market Crash Deepens as BTC and ETH Slide Further
The crypto market extended its sharp downturn in November, with global market capitalization plunging from $4.28 trillion to a six-month low of $3.27 trillion in just weeks. Bitcoin and Ethereum have now fallen 23% an…
· Investing
- US Government Reopens as Raoul Pal Predicts Major “Liquidity Flood” for Crypto Markets
The United States government has officially reopened after President Donald Trump signed the long-awaited funding bill approved by both chambers of Congress, ending the historic 43-day shutdown that began on October 1…
· Insights & Views
- 21Shares Launches First 1940 Act Crypto Index ETFs
21Shares has expanded its lineup of digital-asset investment products with the introduction of two new cryptocurrency index ETFs, offering U.S. investors regulated exposure to major crypto assets such as Bitcoin, Ethe…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Predicted to Surpass Gold by 2035, Says Michael Saylor
Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy, believes Bitcoin is on track to overtake gold’s market capitalization by 2035, expressing full confidence that the world’s leading cryptocurrency will become a larg…
· People
- XRP Liquidations Surge as ETF Hype Fades: Over $9M in Longs Wiped Out
XRP has captured market attention once again as traders closely monitor price movements following the debut of the first spot XRP ETF. Despite expectations of a strong bullish rally, the XRP derivatives market has dis…
· Insights & Views
- Solana Extends Sharp Decline as Selling Pressure Breaks Key Support
Solana (SOL) saw a sharp downturn in a highly volatile Wednesday session, slipping more than 5% as it broke through critical support levels identified by CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis model. The token fell to…
· Investing
- MSTR Slides as Bitcoin Drops, Underscoring Debate Over True Valuation
Bitcoin faced another tough trading session as the price slipped nearly 3% to around $98,600, adding pressure across crypto-related equities. One of the biggest decliners was Strategy (MSTR), the largest corporate hol…
· Investing
- Crypto Sentiment Turns Fearful as Market Pressures Mount, But Signals Hint at a Potential Rebound
Social sentiment across major cryptocurrencies has shifted sharply negative in recent days, according to analytics firm Santiment, as traders grow increasingly defensive while prices continue to slide. This type of br…
· Insights & Views
- Chainlink Drops Below $14.50 as Selloff Deepens Despite Reserve Accumulation
Chainlink’s LINK token extended its decline on Thursday, slipping below the key $14.50 support level as sellers outweighed buyers during a high-volume market downturn. The move follows a failed attempt to sustain mome…
· Investing
- SharpLink Gaming Reports Explosive Q3 Growth Fueled by Ethereum Strategy
SharpLink Gaming delivered a standout performance in Q3 2025, reporting $10.8 million in revenue—an astonishing 1,100% year-over-year surge—driven largely by its aggressive Ethereum-focused treasury management strateg…
· Investing
- Taiwan Considers Bitcoin for Strategic Reserves Amid Calls for Crypto Audit
Taiwan is moving closer to evaluating Bitcoin as part of its national strategic reserves as lawmakers push the government to reduce reliance on the US dollar and modernize its financial strategy. During a recent Legis…
· Regulation
- Nasdaq Greenlights Canary Capital’s Spot XRP ETF for Trading
Nasdaq has officially approved the Canary Capital XRP ETF, confirming it will begin trading today under the ticker XRPC. The approval, first highlighted by journalist Eleanor Terrett, indicates that the fund has met a…
· Insights & Views
- Trump Signs Bill to End 43-Day U.S. Government Shutdown; Crypto Market Rebounds
President Donald Trump has officially signed a bill reopening the U.S. government after a record 43-day shutdown, following a 222-209 House vote in favor of the measure. The legislation restores pay for approximately …
· Regulation
- XRP ETF Launch Marks Major Step Toward Institutional Crypto Adoption
The launch of the Canary XRP ETF signals a major milestone in the integration of digital assets into traditional finance. Following a surge in altcoin ETF approvals, the move underscores growing institutional demand f…
· Investing
- Kyrgyzstan Launches Gold-Backed Stablecoin USDKG, Challenging U.S. Dollar Dominance
Kyrgyzstan has officially launched its national stablecoin, USDKG, with an initial issuance of $50 million, marking a groundbreaking moment in global finance. Unlike conventional stablecoins pegged and backed by U.S. …
· Regulation
- MicroStrategy Stock Falls Below Bitcoin Holdings, Highlighting Investor Caution
Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) briefly traded below the value of its Bitcoin holdings this week, signaling growing investor caution toward the world’s largest corporate holder of BTC. The company’s market capitaliz…
· Investing
- Cardano Price Faces Continued Pressure as Death Cross Confirms Bearish Outlook
Cardano (ADA) continues to struggle after a steep correction from recent highs, with the cryptocurrency slipping below crucial support zones and signaling sustained bearish momentum. The recent death cross—confirmed o…
· Investing
- Canary Funds Files First-Ever MOG Coin ETF, Expanding Crypto Access to Traditional Investors
Canary Funds, a prominent asset management firm, has officially submitted a filing for a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) centered on the meme-inspired cryptocurrency MOG Coin. This marks the first time the popular digi…
· Business
- Raphael Bostic to Retire as Atlanta Fed President in 2026 Amid Rate Cut Push
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic has officially announced his decision to retire at the end of his term in February 2026, marking the conclusion of his eight-year tenure leading the Atlanta Fed. The ne…
· People
- Sui Unveils USDsui Stablecoin to Power Next-Gen Blockchain Growth
Sui has officially launched USDsui, a native US dollar-pegged stablecoin designed to enhance scalability, liquidity, and efficiency across its blockchain network. Issued through the Bridge Open Issuance platform, USDs…
· Business
- XRP Price Weakens as Death Cross Signals Deeper Correction Ahead
XRP’s technical outlook continues to deteriorate with each passing week, reinforcing the possibility of a medium-term drop toward the $1 mark. The recent death cross — when the 50-day moving average slipped below the …
· Investing
- Leap Therapeutics Rebrands as Cypherpunk Technologies After $50M Zcash Investment
Former oncology biotech company Leap Therapeutics (LPTX) has officially pivoted to the digital asset sector, rebranding as Cypherpunk Technologies (CYPH) after a major strategic shift. Earlier this month, the firm rai…
· Investing
- How Shayne Coplan Built Polymarket From Scratch and Redefined Prediction Markets
When Shayne Coplan launched Polymarket, he had no team, funding, or institutional support—just a laptop, a blockchain, and an unshakable belief in decentralized innovation. Speaking at Cantor Fitzgerald’s Crypto, AI, …
· People
- Bitcoin Consolidates Below $102K Amid Tepid Volume and Defensive Hedging
Bitcoin (BTC) retreated from recent highs Tuesday, slipping from $103,413 to around $101,775 as the market paused beneath the key $102,000 resistance. The 1.24% drop occurred on moderate volume—just 2.11% above the se…
· Investing
- Dan Tapiero Predicts Blockchain Will Power the AI Economy
Dan Tapiero, founder of 50T Holdings, believes the next major technological revolution will emerge from the fusion of artificial intelligence and blockchain. In an interview with CoinDesk, Tapiero stated, “Blockchain …
· People
- Chainlink’s LINK Token Drops 4% as ETF Listing Sparks Volatility
Chainlink’s LINK token declined 4% on Wednesday, pressured by technical resistance and overall weakness in the crypto market. The drop followed the appearance of Bitwise’s proposed Chainlink ETF on the DTCC registry u…
· Investing
- Dubai Court Freezes $456M in TrueUSD Reserve Dispute Linked to Justin Sun Bailout
Dubai’s Digital Economy Court has issued its first-ever worldwide freezing order in a high-stakes legal battle involving a $456 million TrueUSD (TUSD) reserve shortfall. The dispute, which forced Tron founder Justin S…
· Regulation
- JPMorgan Chase Launches JPM Coin (JPMD) on Coinbase’s Base Blockchain, Pioneering Digital Deposit Tokens
JPMorgan Chase has officially launched JPM Coin (JPMD), a digital deposit token designed for institutional clients, marking a significant milestone in the banking giant’s blockchain innovation. According to Bloomberg,…
· Business
- Dogecoin Price Dips Below $0.1720 as Sellers Dominate, Eyes on Key $0.17 Support Level
Dogecoin (DOGE) extended its losing streak on Tuesday, sliding 5.5% from $0.1831 to $0.1730 as heavy selling pressure gripped the market. The decline, which unfolded during European and U.S. trading hours, confirmed a…
· Investing
- XRP Price Falls Below Key Support as Whale Transfers Stir Market Volatility
XRP price dropped sharply on Tuesday, falling 5.1% to $2.41 after slipping from $2.54 as selling pressure broke through multiple support zones. The decline came without major macroeconomic catalysts, signaling a techn…
· Investing
- Canary Funds’ XRP Trust Nears U.S. Approval as First Spot XRP ETF
Canary Funds’ XRP Trust is on track to become the first pure spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States, following the firm’s recent Form 8-A filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Thi…
· Insights & Views
- Argentine Court Freezes Assets of LIBRA Token Figures, Including CEO Hayden Mark Davis
An Argentine federal judge has ordered the freezing of financial assets belonging to Kelsier Ventures CEO Hayden Mark Davis, who has been closely linked to the controversial LIBRA token launch—a project publicly backe…
· Regulation
- Tether Expands Gold Holdings as Stablecoin Strategy Shifts Toward Hard Assets
Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, is strengthening its position in physical gold amid shifting global monetary dynamics. The company has reportedly hired two veteran HSBC traders, Vincent Domien and Mathew O’…
· Investing
- China and US Clash Over $13 Billion Bitcoin Seizure, Sparking Global Crypto Sovereignty Debate
China has accused the United States of secretly seizing 127,000 Bitcoin worth roughly $13 billion, allegedly linked to the 2020 LuBian mining pool hack. Beijing’s cybersecurity authorities claim the seizure was a cove…
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Price Eyes Recovery as Whales and Institutions Boost Accumulation
Ethereum (ETH) continues to struggle near the $3,700 resistance zone after multiple failed attempts to sustain momentum. Despite recent selling pressure, the cryptocurrency remains a focal point for whales and institu…
· Investing
- Coinbase Ends $2 Billion Talks to Acquire Stablecoin Startup BVNK Amid Rising Industry Competition
Coinbase has reportedly ended its negotiations to acquire London-based stablecoin infrastructure startup BVNK, halting what could have been one of the largest deals in the stablecoin sector. According to Fortune, the …
· Investing
- Arthur Hayes Reignites Interest in Uniswap with Major UNI Token Purchase Amid Bullish Outlook
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has made a notable return to Uniswap (UNI) after three years, purchasing 28,670 UNI tokens worth approximately $244,000. The move comes as the DeFi token surged over 21% in a single day,…
· People