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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
- Bitwise and Canary Capital Confirm Solana and HBAR ETFs to Begin Trading Tomorrow
After weeks of speculation and mixed signals, it’s now confirmed that Bitwise and Canary Capital will officially launch their Solana (SOL) and Hedera (HBAR) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tomorrow. This marks a major mi…
· Insights & Views
- Ro Khanna Proposes Ban on Crypto and Stock Trading for U.S. Politicians Amid Trump-Binance Controversy
U.S. Representative Ro Khanna is preparing to introduce a resolution aimed at prohibiting the President, members of Congress, and their families from trading cryptocurrencies or stocks and accepting foreign funds. The…
· Regulation
- Huione Group Sanctioned for Laundering Millions Through South Korean Crypto Exchanges
The United States has sanctioned Cambodia-based Huione Group, labeling it a transnational crime organization after uncovering extensive money laundering operations tied to human trafficking and online fraud. South Kor…
· Regulation
- Ethereum Faces Critical Resistance at $4,200 Amid Slowing Momentum
Ethereum (ETH) has made an impressive recovery in recent days, reclaiming the $4,000 level and pushing toward $4,200. However, the second-largest cryptocurrency now faces one of its most significant resistance zones o…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Nears $115,000 Breakout as Bulls Regain Control Amid Rising Momentum
Bitcoin (BTC) has once again captured market attention after breaking through a major resistance zone with over $600 million in trading volume. The leading cryptocurrency is now hovering around $115,700, testing a cru…
· Investing
- S&P Global Assigns B- Rating to Strategy (MSTR), Citing High Bitcoin Exposure and Financial Risks
S&P Global Ratings has given Strategy (MSTR) a B- credit rating, placing the company firmly in the non-investment grade or “junk bond” category. The rating reflects S&P’s view that Strategy’s business model—centered a…
· Investing
- Ethereum vs Solana: Buterin and Yakovenko Clash Over Layer-2 Security
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko have ignited debate within the crypto community over the true security of Ethereum’s layer-2 (L2) networks. The discussion highlights key dif…
· People
- Daniel Batten Slams The New York Times Over “Flawed” Bitcoin Mining Report
Bitcoin advocate Daniel Batten has once again called out The New York Times (NYT), accusing the publication of promoting “junk science” to fuel its anti-Bitcoin agenda. In a recent social media post, Batten remarked, …
· People
- Japan Launches World’s First Global Yen Stablecoin, Redefining Asia’s Crypto Landscape
Japan has achieved what other Asian economies have yet to — the successful launch of a globally circulating, yen-pegged stablecoin. JPYC, a leading Japanese issuer, announced the world’s first digital yen fully backed…
· Business
- Dogecoin Breaks Key Resistance as Volume Surges, Signaling Renewed Bullish Momentum
Dogecoin (DOGE) outperformed the broader crypto market in Tuesday’s trading session, rising 1.4% to $0.21 and breaking decisively above the key $0.2026 resistance level for the first time since late August. This move …
· Investing
- XRP Breaks $2.63 Resistance as Institutional Interest Drives 3% Surge
XRP rallied 3% on Sunday, climbing from $2.60 to $2.68 and surpassing the critical $2.63 resistance level. This decisive breakout came on one of the highest trading volume spikes of the month — around 106.5 million XR…
· Investing
- Bitcoin’s Bullish Momentum Builds as Traders Eye $120K Breakout
Bitcoin (BTC) has surged past the 50-day simple moving average (SMA), signaling renewed short-term bullish momentum. The cryptocurrency is currently trading at $115,465.30, reflecting increased investor optimism drive…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Rises 6% as Diplomatic Breakthrough Lifts Global Markets
The United States and China are reportedly close to finalizing a framework agreement on key trade issues following working-level discussions that ended Sunday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The breakthrough signals a temp…
· Investing
- Ethereum Whales Signal Renewed Confidence Amid Market Consolidation
Ethereum’s largest holders are on the move again, signaling what could be the early stages of a major market shift. Recent on-chain data reveals a quiet yet powerful accumulation trend among wallets holding between 10…
· Investing
- ISM Manufacturing PMI Debate Reshapes 2026 Bitcoin Peak Forecasts
A heated debate among macro analysts is challenging the long-standing credibility of the ISM Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) — a key economic gauge often used to predict business cycles and Bitcoin mark…
· Insights & Views
- Solana Price Struggles Below $200 as Investor Caution Grows
Solana (SOL) continues to battle resistance at the $200 level, a key psychological and technical barrier that has repeatedly halted its recovery attempts. Despite an overall optimistic crypto market, Solana’s inabilit…
· Investing
- Gold Surpasses U.S. Treasuries as Global Central Banks Redefine Trust
For the first time since the 1990s, global central banks now hold more gold than U.S. Treasuries — a monumental shift reflecting deep changes in how the world views safety, liquidity, and trust in the financial system…
· Investing
- Pi Coin Struggles to Break Resistance Amid Weak Market Momentum
Pi Coin’s price continues to trade sideways, struggling to gain momentum after multiple failed attempts to breach resistance levels. Over the past several days, the cryptocurrency has remained stagnant, reflecting wea…
· Investing
- Strategy Slows Bitcoin Purchases Amid Market Downturn, Saylor Hints at New Buy
Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder, has sharply reduced its pace of Bitcoin accumulation, marking its slowest buying period in years. Despite the slowdown, Executive Chairm…
· Investing
- Madras High Court Declares XRP and Cryptocurrencies as Property Under Indian Law
In a groundbreaking judgment, the Madras High Court has officially recognized XRP and other cryptocurrencies as property under Indian law. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh ruled that cryptocurrencies are identifiable, movab…
· Regulation
- Ethereum Strengthens as Institutional Investors Fuel $78M ETH Accumulation and Supercycle Momentum
Ethereum’s bullish momentum continues to gain traction as major institutional investors and market analysts express renewed confidence in the asset. Recent on-chain data revealed that SharpLink Gaming transferred $78.…
· Investing
- Crypto Community Cheers as Michael Selig Named New CFTC Chairman
Michael Selig has been appointed as the 16th Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), a move welcomed by the cryptocurrency industry. Known for his pro-crypto stance, Selig previously served a…
· People
- Bitcoin and Ethereum Surge as US-China Trade Tensions Ease, Says Tom Lee
Permabull investor Tom Lee predicts that easing trade tensions between the US and China could spark a rally for Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and US equities. His outlook follows renewed optimism after both nations s…
· People
- Ethereum Whales Accumulate $870 Million Amid Market Calm, Signaling Renewed Confidence
Ethereum (ETH) is witnessing a strong resurgence of investor confidence as whales and sharks—wallets holding between 100 and 10,000 ETH—have collectively added over 218,000 ETH, worth more than $870 million, to their …
· Investing
- Bitcoin Eyes Breakout Ahead of FOMC as Analysts Predict End of Fed QT and New Highs
Bitcoin traders are closely watching this week’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, with major banks like JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs expecting a potential policy shift from the U.S. Federal Reserve. Market …
· Investing
- Trump Nominates SEC Lawyer Mike Selig to Lead CFTC, Signaling Major Shift in U.S. Crypto Policy
U.S. President Donald Trump has officially nominated Mike Selig, a senior lawyer at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), to head the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), replacing his earlier pick, Br…
· Regulation
- REX-Osprey XRP ETF Surpasses $100 Million in AUM Amid Rising Institutional Demand
The first U.S.-listed exchange-traded fund (ETF) offering spot exposure to XRP, the REX-Osprey XRP ETF (XRPR), has surpassed $100 million in assets under management (AUM) just a month after its September 2025 debut. I…
· Investing
- Solana Holds Strong Around $192 Amid Market Volatility and Institutional Adoption
Solana (SOL) traded at $191.95 as of 15:45 UTC on Oct. 25, after briefly touching $195 before sellers capped the rally. Analysts are closely watching whether the cryptocurrency can maintain support in the high-$180 ra…
· Investing
- GIGGLE Fund Meme Coin Skyrockets 145% After Binance Listing News
Giggle Fund (GIGGLE), a charity-driven meme coin built on the Binance Smart Chain (BSC), has witnessed an explosive 145% price surge within hours following the announcement of its listing on Binance. The digital asset…
· Investing
- ASTER Unveils Token Buyback Program to Boost Price and Market Stability
ASTER has announced a major token buyback program aimed at stabilizing its market value and reducing circulating supply. The DeFi platform revealed in an X post that 70–80% of trading fees from Season 3 (S3) will be a…
· Investing
- XRP Surges Past $2.50 as Bullish Breakout Confirms Uptrend
XRP extended its rally on Thursday, surging beyond the crucial $2.50 resistance level and gaining momentum as trading volume spiked 31% above its weekly average. The breakout came amid a broader risk-on sentiment in t…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Holds Above $111K as Market Regains Confidence Amid Renewed Optimism for BNB and Solana
Bitcoin hovered near $111,000 on Saturday, extending its recovery from last week’s lows as traders cautiously returned to risk assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency held the key $105,000 support, restoring market…
· Investing
- Dogecoin Breaks Key Resistance as Trading Volume Surges 170%, Signaling Bullish Accumulation Near $0.20
Dogecoin (DOGE) extended its bullish momentum on Tuesday, climbing 1.8% and solidifying its position above the $0.1988 resistance level. The meme-inspired cryptocurrency rose from $0.19 to $0.199 amid surging trading …
· Investing
- Ripple Finalizes Hidden Road Acquisition, Launches Ripple Prime to Expand Institutional Reach
Ripple has officially completed its $1.25 billion acquisition of Hidden Road, marking a major milestone as it becomes the first cryptocurrency company to own a global multi-asset prime broker. Following the acquisitio…
· Business
- Pump.fun Acquires Padre to Expand Trading Capabilities Amid Token Controversy
Pump.fun, the popular meme coin launchpad, has acquired Padre, an advanced multichain trading terminal, as part of its effort to attract more professional retail traders and strengthen its market presence. The company…
· Business
- Trump Nominates Michael Selig as CFTC Chair to Strengthen U.S. Crypto Oversight
President Donald Trump has selected Michael Selig as his nominee for chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), signaling a strategic shift in his administration’s approach to cryptocurrency regulati…
· Regulation
- Ethereum Nears $4,000 Resistance as Market Recovery Fuels Bullish Momentum
Ethereum (ETH) is showing renewed strength after a volatile period, edging closer to the crucial $4,000 resistance level. The cryptocurrency has gained traction alongside the broader market rebound, stabilizing above …
· Investing
- XRP Nears Critical Breakout Point as Market Awaits Major Move
XRP is standing at a crucial technical juncture, hovering near the lower boundary of a descending triangle pattern that could determine its next major price direction. After testing the $2.30 zone earlier this week, t…
· Investing
- Tether to Launch USAT Stablecoin for U.S. Market Amid $182B USDT Boom
Tether, the company behind the world’s largest stablecoin USDT, is gearing up to launch a new U.S.-focused digital dollar token called USAT this December. According to CEO Paolo Ardoino, the initiative aims to reach 1…
· Business
- Polymarket to Launch Token and Airdrop Following U.S. Relaunch via Regulated Exchange
Prediction market platform Polymarket is preparing to launch its own token and airdrop after making a long-anticipated return to the U.S. market. According to Chief Marketing Officer Matthew Modabber, the company’s im…
· Business