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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
- HBAR Price Surges 3% as Market Optimism Builds Amid U.S. Government Shutdown Concerns
Hedera Hashgraph’s native token, HBAR, showcased strong bullish momentum between October 5 and 6, climbing from $0.22 to $0.23 within a 24-hour period. The cryptocurrency’s intraday volatility reached 5.47%, highlight…
· Investing
- PEPE Surges Over 2.5%, Outshines Memecoin and Broader Crypto Markets
Meme-inspired cryptocurrency PEPE has seen a strong rally, climbing more than 2.5% in the past 24 hours, outperforming both the CoinDesk Memecoin Index (CDMEME), which rose 2.24%, and the broader CoinDesk 20 (CD20) in…
· Investing
- Filecoin (FIL) Price Rises 2% as Bulls Break Key Resistance at $2.37
Filecoin (FIL) surged 2% over the past 24 hours, climbing from $2.37 to $2.42, according to CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis model. The model highlights a strong support level at $2.31, reinforcing bullish confi…
· Investing
- Bee Maps Secures $32M to Expand Decentralized Mapping Network on Solana
Bee Maps, a decentralized mapping platform built on the Hivemapper network, has raised $32 million in fresh funding to accelerate its global expansion and strengthen its AI-driven mapping infrastructure. The investmen…
· Business
- Plume Network Becomes SEC-Regulated Transfer Agent, Accelerating Onchain Securities
Plume Network, a modular Layer 2 blockchain focused on real-world assets (RWAs), has officially registered as an SEC-regulated transfer agent—marking a major step toward bridging decentralized finance (DeFi) with trad…
· Business
- BNB Price Surges to New All-Time High, Eyes $1,300 Amid Strong Momentum
BNB continues to impress investors as it sets a new all-time high (ATH) for the third time this month, solidifying its position as one of the best-performing cryptocurrencies in recent weeks. The token’s impressive pr…
· Regulation
- Over 15.7 Million Pi Coins Withdrawn from OKX Amid Market Uncertainty
More than 15.7 million Pi Coins (PI) were withdrawn from OKX within the past 24 hours, shortly after the exchange resumed withdrawals following a temporary suspension. The pause, attributed to wallet maintenance for e…
· Investing
- The9Bit’s Web3.5 Revolution: Bridging Web2 Simplicity and Web3 Innovation
The air at TOKEN2049 Singapore 2025 buzzed with the future of blockchain, but among the noise, one project stood out for addressing the industry’s biggest challenge—the gap between Web2 usability and Web3 complexity. …
· Business
- Polymarket Bets Signal Short-Term U.S. Government Shutdown as Bitcoin Surges Past $125K
Polymarket bettors are wagering heavily on the ongoing U.S. government shutdown lasting until at least October 15, reflecting a strong belief that the political deadlock in Congress won’t resolve quickly. Data from th…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Bull Run Likely Still Intact as Market Eyes $125K Resistance
Bitcoin’s recent pullback from its record highs has sparked debate, but analysts suggest the bull run is far from over. After surging past $125,000 over the weekend, Bitcoin (BTC) reflected optimism around easier mone…
· Investing
- Dogecoin Consolidates Near $0.25 as Whales Accumulate Ahead of Potential Breakout
Dogecoin (DOGE) weathered early market turbulence before stabilizing within a tight range, showing signs of bullish accumulation. Institutional flows and whale activity are providing strong support around $0.251, form…
· Investing
- Sanae Takaichi’s Rise Could Spark a New Era for Japan’s Economy and Crypto Reforms
Sanae Takaichi’s historic election as the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leader on October 4, 2025, paves the way for her to become Japan’s first female prime minister during the upcoming extraordinary Diet session on…
· People
- XRP Breaks Resistance, Eyes $3.5 and $5 Targets Amid Renewed Bullish Momentum
XRP has broken free from weeks of consolidation, reclaiming investor attention as it surges above key resistance levels. The token’s decisive move past the 50-day and 100-day Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) signals…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Soars 12% as Shutdown and Weak Jobs Data Boost Rate Cut Hopes
Bitcoin surged 12.14% last week, erasing September’s losses and leading a fresh crypto market rally. Unlike earlier rallies driven by altcoins, this time Bitcoin spearheaded the move. Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) a…
· Investing
- Ethereum Price Surges Past $4,500 as Bulls Eye the $5,000 Milestone
Ethereum (ETH) has extended its bullish momentum, breaking above the $4,500 mark and inching closer to its all-time high. As the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, Ethereum’s latest rally signals …
· Investing
- MYX Finance Plummets 67% as Bitcoin Hits Record Highs — Bearish Outlook Deepens
MYX Finance has suffered a severe market crash, losing nearly 67% of its value over the past week. The altcoin’s steep decline comes as Bitcoin soars to fresh all-time highs, highlighting a growing disconnect between …
· Investing
- UK and Wall Street Unite to Revive London’s Struggling IPO Market
The UK government is teaming up with Wall Street to reignite London’s appeal as a global hub for initial public offerings (IPOs). Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Goldman Sachs’ investment banker Anthony Gutman will co-ho…
· Investing
- Aster Faces Investor Backlash Amid DefiLlama Delisting and Airdrop Sell-Off
Fast-rising decentralized exchange (DEX) Aster, seen by many as a potential Hyperliquid rival, is under fire after DefiLlama announced it would delist Aster’s perpetual trading volume data over integrity concerns. The…
· Investing
- Experts Predict Bullish Rally for Pudgy Penguins’ PENGU as Token Dominates Solana Meme Coin Buys
Crypto analysts are increasingly bullish on Pudgy Penguins’ native token, PENGU, as on-chain data reveals it is currently the most purchased meme coin on the Solana blockchain. This surge in buying activity has fueled…
· Investing
- Michael Saylor’s Strategy Pauses Bitcoin Buying as Holdings Soar to $79 Billion
Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, has temporarily halted its routine Bitcoin purchases, marking its first pause since July. In a recent X post, Saylor informed followers there would be “no new orange dots this week,…
· Investing
- Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Recalls When 1,309 Bitcoins Cost Just $1, Predicts BTC to Hit $1 Million
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has reflected on Bitcoin’s humble beginnings, recalling a time about 16 years ago when you could buy 1,309 BTC for just $1. He shared the memory alongside a motivational quote: “The people…
· People
- Fed’s October Rate Decision Faces Data Gaps and Market Uncertainty Amid U.S. Shutdown
The Federal Reserve’s upcoming October rate decision could ignite unexpected market turbulence across U.S. equities and cryptocurrencies, as the ongoing federal government shutdown clouds the economic outlook. The par…
· Investing
- Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade to Supercharge Speed, Efficiency, and Decentralization
Solana is gearing up for a major transformation through its upcoming Alpenglow upgrade, which global asset manager VanEck calls the “largest upgrade to Solana’s consensus in its history.” The overhaul, detailed in Van…
· Technology
- Solana Emerges as “The New Wall Street” in the Tokenized Asset Revolution
Solana’s position in the global race for tokenized markets gained new momentum this week as Bitwise CIO Matthew Hougan described the blockchain as “the new Wall Street.” During a conversation with Solana Labs’ Akshay …
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin’s Bull Market May Be Just Beginning as Key Metrics Turn Bullish
Many investors believe the crypto market could be approaching the end of its current cycle, with the fourth quarter potentially marking a top for Bitcoin. However, fresh on-chain data suggests the opposite — the bull …
· Investing
- Stripe Surpasses $100 Million in USDC Transfers Across Polygon, Ethereum, and Base
Stripe’s Global Financial Accounts service has achieved a major milestone, surpassing $100 million in cumulative USDC transfers processed across Polygon (POL), Ethereum (ETH), and Base blockchains. The impressive achi…
· Investing
- Tether Gold Nears $1.5 Billion Market Cap Amid Rising Demand for Tokenized Gold
Tether Gold (XAUt), the gold-backed token issued by stablecoin leader Tether, is rapidly approaching a $1.5 billion market capitalization as investors flock to digital representations of precious metals. According to …
· Investing
- Aster (ASTER) Reclaims $2 as Bullish Momentum Builds Toward New Highs
Aster (ASTER) has regained strong bullish traction after reclaiming the $2 level, edging closer to its all-time high of $2.43. The surge in buying pressure highlights renewed investor confidence, with traders eyeing p…
· Investing
- Ethereum Foundation Sells 1,000 ETH Worth $4.5M Amid Price Surge Above $4,500
The Ethereum Foundation has announced plans to sell 1,000 ETH—valued at around $4.5 million—as Ethereum’s price surpasses $4,500 for the first time since mid-September. The sale, disclosed on October 4, 2025, will uti…
· Investing
- XRP Whale Sell-Off Sparks Bearish Outlook Amid Price Stagnation.
XRP’s latest rally attempt has faltered after failing to break out of its descending wedge pattern, leaving the altcoin struggling to maintain momentum. The cryptocurrency is currently hovering around the $2.94 level,…
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade Could Transform Rollups and Lower Costs
Ethereum is preparing for a major network upgrade called Fusaka, expected to go live in December, which could significantly reshape how users experience the blockchain. According to a September market recap from asset…
· Technology
- Coinbase and GiveDirectly Launch Crypto Stipend Program for Low-Income New Yorkers
Coinbase has partnered with non-profit GiveDirectly to launch Future First, a pilot program that provides cryptocurrency stipends to low-income residents of New York City. The initiative aims to explore how unconditio…
· Insights & Views
- REX Shares and Osprey Funds File for 21 Crypto ETFs with Staking Options
REX Shares and Osprey Funds have officially filed applications with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for 21 single-asset cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This large-scale filing marks one …
· Business
- BNB Coin Price Prediction: Analyst Sees Rally Toward $1,520 After Breakout
Binance Coin (BNB) price has entered a powerful bullish phase after breaking through a key resistance level and setting fresh all-time highs. According to crypto analyst Javon Marks, this breakout has opened the door …
· Investing
- Aster Price Targets $3 as Breakout Momentum Builds
Aster price has captured market attention with a strong breakout from its falling channel, signaling renewed bullish momentum. The move comes as open interest continues to rise, confirming traders’ growing conviction.…
· Investing
- Solana Price Targets $520 Amid Strong Bullish Momentum
Solana (SOL) has been riding an impressive wave of bullish momentum since the start of the month, recording steady gains and attracting renewed investor attention. The sixth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitaliza…
· Investing
- Tether Partners with Antalpha to Launch $200M Tokenized Gold Treasury
Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin USDT, is expanding its footprint in the digital asset space with a new initiative focused on tokenized gold. According to Bloomberg, Tether is collaborating with An…
· Business
- IRS Guidance Eases Crypto Tax Burden for Large Corporations
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued interim guidance that could significantly reduce tax burdens for corporations holding digital assets like Bitcoin. Under the updated rules, C Corporations generating over …
· Insights & Views
- VanEck Prepares First U.S. Staked Ethereum ETF With Lido Integration
VanEck has taken a significant first step toward launching a staked Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) by registering a statutory trust in Delaware, according to a public filing dated October 2. The proposed product,…
· Business
- HBAR Faces Sharp Decline as Institutional Selling Pressure Mounts
HBAR experienced heavy selling pressure on October 3, marking one of its most volatile sessions in recent weeks. After briefly climbing to $0.224, the token reversed sharply, slipping to $0.222 and closing the day dow…
· Investing