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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
- 21Shares Updates Sui ETF Filing with SEC, Adds Staking Details and Nasdaq Listing
21Shares has filed a second amended S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its spot Sui ETF, revealing key updates on staking and listing details. The revised filing, submitted after market clo…
· Investing
- Changpeng Zhao Hits Back at Elizabeth Warren After Trump Grants Him Presidential Pardon
U.S. President Donald Trump has granted a full presidential pardon to Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ), sparking sharp criticism from Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren. The lawmaker accused Trump of “corruption,”…
· Insights & Views
- Sygnum Bank and Debifi Unveil MultiSYG: First Bank-Backed Non-Custodial Bitcoin Loan Platform
Swiss digital asset bank Sygnum Bank has joined forces with Bitcoin lending startup Debifi to launch MultiSYG, a groundbreaking loan platform set to debut in the first half of 2026. Marketed as the first bank-backed n…
· Business
- XRP Holds Strong Above $2.38 as Institutional Accumulation Fuels Controlled Upside Momentum
XRP maintained its upward trajectory during Tuesday’s trading session, holding firmly between $2.38 and $2.41 despite mixed sentiment across the broader crypto market. The token’s ability to sustain above its key $2.3…
· Investing
- Ripple CTO David Schwartz Warns of Rising Phishing Threats Targeting Hardware Wallets
Ripple CTO David Schwartz has issued a crucial warning to crypto investors, highlighting that phishing emails have become the biggest threat to hardware wallets. Schwartz revealed a surge in deceptive emails posing as…
· People
- South Korea’s Rising Risk Appetite Could Strengthen Its Global Crypto Influence
South Korean retail investors are gaining global attention for their growing appetite for risky assets—particularly cryptocurrencies. According to a recent Bloomberg report, about 14 million South Koreans, often refer…
· Insights & Views
- Trump’s Pardon of Binance Founder Fuels Speculation Over Sam Bankman-Fried’s Fate
U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to pardon Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has sent shockwaves through the crypto community, marking his second major act of clemency toward a high-profile crypto figure withi…
· People
- Trump’s CZ Pardon Sparks WLFI Token Surge Amid Growing Crypto-Political Ties
President Donald Trump’s surprise pardon of former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao sent shockwaves through the crypto market, driving World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token up by more than 14% in just hours. Though CZ’s…
· People
- 14-Year-Old Bitcoin Wallet Awakens, Moving 150 BTC Worth $16 Million
A Bitcoin wallet dormant for more than 14 years has suddenly reactivated, sparking curiosity across the crypto community. The address, dating back to Bitcoin’s earliest mining era between April and June 2009, transfer…
· Investing
- Trump–Xi Meeting Announcement Sends Bitcoin Above $111,000 Amid Market Optimism
Bitcoin soared above $111,000 after confirmation that U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet later this month in Washington, sparking renewed optimism across global markets. The announc…
· Investing
- Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Predicts U.S. Crypto Market Bill Passage by Year-End
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong expressed strong optimism that the long-awaited U.S. Crypto Market Structure Bill will pass before the end of 2025, despite the ongoing government shutdown reaching its thirty-third day. S…
· People
- Dogecoin Eyes Breakout as Symmetrical Triangle Formation Hints at Volatility Surge
Dogecoin (DOGE) is showing signs of a potential breakout as it trades around $0.193, forming a symmetrical triangle pattern — a technical setup often preceding major volatility. Although the direction of the next move…
· Investing
- Crypto Markets Surge as Bitcoin Tops $110K Following CZ Pardon and Stock Rally
Cryptocurrency markets surged on Thursday, mirroring strong gains in U.S. equities after President Trump issued a presidential pardon to Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao. The move boosted investor confidence ahead …
· Investing
- Institutional Investors Drive Record Growth in CME’s Crypto Derivatives Market
Institutional investors are increasingly turning to CME Group’s regulated crypto derivatives markets, setting multiple records across futures and options tied to major cryptocurrencies like ether (ETH), solana (SOL), …
· Investing
- Peter Schiff Doubles Down: Predicts Bitcoin Will Eventually Crash to Zero Amid U.S. Economic Crisis Fears
Gold advocate and outspoken Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff has once again reiterated his belief that Bitcoin’s value will ultimately fall to zero. In a recent discussion with cryptocurrency influencer Michael Jerome, bet…
· People
- Paxos CEO Defends $300 Trillion Stablecoin Minting Error as Proof of Blockchain Transparency
Paxos CEO Charles Cascarilla has described last week’s accidental minting of $300 trillion worth of PayPal’s stablecoin (PYUSD) as a demonstration of blockchain transparency rather than a technical failure. Speaking a…
· Insights & Views
- Ripple Chairman Chris Larsen Realizes $764 Million Profit Amid XRP Rally and Evernorth Investment
Ripple Executive Chairman and co-founder Chris Larsen has reportedly realized over $764 million in XRP profits since 2018, according to on-chain data from analyst Maartunn shared on October 23. The report highlights t…
· People
- Dogecoin Consolidates Near Key Support as Institutional Traders Signal Accumulation Before Breakout
Dogecoin (DOGE) remained range-bound on Tuesday, slipping 0.61% to $0.192 after briefly testing intraday highs of $0.195. The meme coin faced selling pressure near resistance, following Monday’s short-lived advance to…
· Investing
- Hyperliquid Strategies Files $1B SEC Registration to Expand HYPE Token Treasury
Hyperliquid Strategies, a new digital asset treasury company, has officially filed an S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signaling plans to raise $1 billion for general …
· Business
- T. Rowe Price Files for First Active Crypto ETF Targeting Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP
T. Rowe Price, one of America’s most established investment firms with over $1.68 trillion in assets under management, has officially entered the cryptocurrency market with its first actively managed crypto exchange-t…
· Business
- Bitcoin Surges as Gold Tumbles Amid Market Volatility
Gold prices took a sharp hit this week while Bitcoin regained momentum after a sluggish performance, signaling a shift in investor sentiment. Bitcoin is currently on track to record its biggest single-day gain since A…
· Investing
- Ripple CTO David Schwartz Addresses Role in $1 Billion XRP Treasury Venture Evernorth
Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, has addressed mounting speculation surrounding his involvement with Evernorth, a newly established XRP-focused treasury firm that plans to raise over $1 billion throu…
· People
- XRP Faces Sharp Reversal as Price Slips Toward $1 Amid Rising Market Pressure
XRP’s recent market action has sparked renewed bearish sentiment as the cryptocurrency experiences a rapid retrace after an early-week surge. Over the past 24 hours, XRP has dropped more than 2.5%, currently trading a…
· Investing
- Arrest Requests Filed in Argentina’s Expanding LIBRA Token Scandal Involving Milei Advisors
Argentina’s LIBRA scandal deepened this week as a plaintiff in the ongoing criminal investigation requested the immediate arrest of two close advisors to President Javier Milei. Martín Romeo, a crypto expert and plain…
· Regulation
- Tesla Reports $80 Million Bitcoin Gain Amid Strong Q3 Revenue Growth
Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) reported impressive third-quarter results, buoyed by rising Bitcoin prices that added an $80 million gain to the company’s balance sheet. The electric vehicle giant continues to hold 11,509 BTC, v…
· Business
- Fed Governor Waller’s “Payments Account” Could Redefine Access to the U.S. Monetary System
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller’s new proposal for a “payments account” could mark a historic shift in the U.S. financial system by allowing nonbank payment providers direct access to the Fed’s payment rai…
· Insights & Views
- U.S. Senate Democrats Show Renewed Support for Bipartisan Crypto Regulation Effort
U.S. Senate Democrats are signaling growing readiness to advance a comprehensive crypto market structure bill after key meetings with industry leaders this week. The discussions, which included several crypto CEOs and…
· Regulation
- Coinbase Launches Bitcoin-Backed Credit Card for U.S. Users, Rivals Gemini’s Crypto Rewards Cards
Coinbase has launched its Coinbase One Card, now available to U.S. customers subscribed to Coinbase One for $49.99 per year, offering up to 4% cashback in bitcoin on every purchase. Announced by Max Branzburg, head of…
· Business
- Pi Coin Faces Mounting Bearish Pressure as Price Struggles to Hold Above Key Support
Pi Coin (PI) is stuck in a prolonged phase of sideways trading, signaling growing weakness and investor uncertainty. Over the past two weeks, the cryptocurrency has shown little momentum, with its price stagnating and…
· Investing
- Galaxy Digital Stock Surges 20% Amid Crypto Market Optimism and Retail Expansion
Galaxy Digital (NasdaqGS: GLXY) has witnessed a powerful resurgence, with its stock climbing more than 20% in the past month and nearly 120% year-to-date. This impressive rally mirrors the growing optimism across the …
· Investing
- Peter Brandt Warns Bitcoin May Mirror 1977 Soybean Crash, Posing Risk to MSTR
Veteran trader Peter Brandt has compared Bitcoin’s (BTC) current price action to the 1977 soybean crash, warning that the crypto could face a sharp correction similar to the 50% plunge seen in soybeans. In a recent po…
· People
- Hong Kong Approves First Solana (SOL) Spot ETF, Expanding Crypto Investment Options
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has officially approved the city’s first Solana (SOL) spot exchange-traded fund (ETF), further solidifying its position as a leading hub for regulated crypto investm…
· Regulation
- Japan’s New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Sparks Optimism for Crypto Tax Reform and Web3 Growth
Japan has entered a new political era as Sanae Takaichi assumes office as the nation’s 104th Prime Minister, forming a cabinet that signals major shifts in fiscal and crypto policy. With Satsuki Katayama as Finance Mi…
· Regulation
- China Turns Crypto into a Tool of Geopolitical Power and Digital Warfare
China is transforming cryptocurrency and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) into powerful instruments of statecraft, according to a 2025 Study Times report from the Central Party School. The study describes digit…
· Insights & Views
- US Crypto Adoption Surges 50% as Stablecoin Growth Fuels Retail Boom
Crypto adoption in the United States has surged by nearly 50% in 2025, marking a record-breaking year for digital assets and stablecoins. According to a new report from blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs, crypto tr…
· Investing
- Fetch.ai CEO Offers $250K Bounty Amid Ocean Protocol Token Controversy
Fetch.ai CEO Humayun Sheikh has announced a $250,000 bounty for information identifying the signers of OceanDAO’s multisignature wallet, intensifying the ongoing dispute between Fetch.ai and Ocean Protocol. The confli…
· Investing
- Russia Legalizes Cryptocurrency for International Trade Amid Sanctions
Russia has officially legalized the use of cryptocurrency for international trade, marking a pivotal shift in its economic strategy amid Western sanctions. The Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank announced the de…
· Regulation
- Ethereum Foundation Transfers $654 Million in ETH Amid Speculation Over Developer Compensation
The Ethereum Foundation has transferred approximately $654 million worth of ETH to a wallet commonly linked to token sales, sparking intense community speculation about its intentions. Such a large-scale move could in…
· Investing
- British Columbia Permanently Bans New Crypto Mining Power Connections to Protect Clean Energy
British Columbia (BC) is taking a firm stance against cryptocurrency mining by announcing a permanent ban on new crypto mining connections to the province’s electricity grid. The decision, part of a new Electricity Al…
· Regulation
- ProShares Files for Crypto ETF Tracking CoinDesk 20 Index Amid Rising Institutional Demand
ProShares, a leading U.S. asset manager, has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch the ProShares CoinDesk Crypto 20 ETF, a new exchange-traded fund designed to track the performance of the …
· Business