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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
- Ripple Predicts 10% of Global Assets Will Be Tokenized by 2030
Ripple has shared a bold five-year outlook on the future of tokenization, projecting that by 2030, 10% of global assets will be tokenized. This forecast highlights the growing momentum behind digital asset adoption an…
· Investing
- XRP Price Weakens as Double-Top Pattern Signals Risk Against Bitcoin
XRP’s recent performance against Bitcoin is flashing warning signs as the XRP/BTC chart forms a bearish double-top pattern. What once looked like the start of a powerful breakout now shows signs of exhaustion, raising…
· Investing
- Ethereum Nears $5K as ETFs, Whale Accumulation, and Staking Drive Institutional Shift
Ethereum’s climb toward the $5,000 mark is redefining its role in global finance, moving beyond speculation to becoming a preferred reserve asset for institutions and major investors. A recent CryptoQuant report highl…
· Investing
- HBAR Price Rally Faces Bearish Sentiment Despite Strong Weekly Gains
Hedera Hashgraph’s native token, HBAR, has surged nearly 15% in the past week, marking one of its strongest performances since July. However, on-chain data suggests that the bullish momentum may already be losing stea…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Miners Pivot to AI Data Centers for Higher Profits
Core Scientific’s $3.5 billion deal to host AI data centers marks a major shift in the bitcoin mining industry. Once reliant on specialized ASIC machines to mint digital assets, miners like Core, Hut 8, and TeraWulf a…
· Technology
- Arthur Hayes Predicts Hyperliquid’s HYPE Token Could Hit $5,000
Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, has delivered one of his boldest forecasts yet, suggesting Hyperliquid’s HYPE token could soar to $5,000. Speaking on a podcast with Kyle Chasse, Hayes tied his outlook to a massive…
· People
- Brazil’s Proposed Flat Crypto Tax Sparks Debate
Brazil’s Congress is debating Provisional Measure 1303/25, a tax reform that could reshape the nation’s crypto landscape. The proposal introduces a flat 17.5% tax on all crypto gains, eliminating the current progressi…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Climbs as Fed Rate Cut Bets Fuel Risk Appetite
Bitcoin (BTC) surged to $115,927, up nearly 4% in a week, as weakening U.S. economic data boosted expectations of a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut. Risk assets, including equities and crypto, benefited from this sh…
· Investing
- Fed Rate Cut Decision Could Spark Market Volatility and Fuel Crypto Rally
Investors are bracing for the Federal Reserve’s Sept. 17 monetary policy decision, with markets widely expecting a 25 basis point rate cut. While such a move could trigger short-term volatility, history suggests it ma…
· Investing
- Should Companies Launch Their Own Ethereum Layer 2 Network?
The rise of Ethereum layer 2 networks has sparked growing interest from enterprises, with over 150 already in existence. These networks promise scalability, lower costs, and access to Ethereum’s vast ecosystem. Compan…
· Insights & Views
- Altcoin Season Gains Momentum as Fed Rate Cut Bets Rise
The cryptocurrency market is buzzing as memecoins and altcoins surge, signaling the start of a potential “alt season.” Bitcoin’s dominance has slipped 3.5% in the past month, underperforming against alternative crypto…
· Investing
- TON Strategy Boosts Buyback Program and Stakes TON Tokens for Yield
TON Strategy Company (TONX) has repurchased over 250,000 shares of its common stock at $8.32 per share, a price notably lower than its treasury asset value (TAV) of $12.18. The buyback is part of the firm’s $250 milli…
· Investing
- Trump’s Bid to Oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook Weakens Ahead of FOMC Rate Decision
Reports indicate that new evidence has undermined President Donald Trump’s attempt to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook just days before a key Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Markets widely expec…
· Regulation
- Circle Mints $677 Million in USDC, Sparking Bullish Speculation
Circle, the second-largest stablecoin issuer, has minted more than $677 million worth of USD Coin (USDC) within just three hours, fueling speculation across the crypto community. Large-scale stablecoin issuances are o…
· Investing
- Sei Network Eyes Breakout with US Commerce Data Integration
Sei Network is preparing for a major leap forward as it integrates data from the US Department of Commerce onto its blockchain. This move positions Sei as a potential backbone for the tokenized economy, enhancing trus…
· Business
- Sean Ono Lennon Praises Bitcoin, Criticizes U.S. Money Printing
Musician Sean Ono Lennon, son of legendary Beatle John Lennon, has once again voiced his support for Bitcoin while criticizing U.S. monetary policy. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Lennon called America’s reliance on …
· People
- XRP Golden Cross Sparks Breakout Hopes as Traders Eye Bullish Momentum
XRP traders are closely watching the charts as a key bullish technical pattern has just appeared. On the eight-hour chart, the 23-day moving average crossed above the 50-day, forming a golden cross. This setup, often …
· Investing
- Massachusetts Sues Kalshi Over Alleged Sports Betting Violations
Prediction market platform Kalshi is facing a lawsuit from Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, who alleges the company is violating state gambling laws. The complaint, filed Friday, targets Kalshi’s ne…
· Regulation
- Polymarket Eyes $9B Valuation as Prediction Markets Go Mainstream
Polymarket, the online prediction market platform where users bet on real-world outcomes, is reportedly considering a deal that would value the company at $9 billion, according to The Information. This marks a dramati…
· Investing
- Bitcoin, Ethereum Rebound as Altcoins Lead Crypto Rally Ahead of Fed Meeting
Altcoins continue to dominate recent crypto market action, with Solana (SOL) and Dogecoin (DOGE) showing impressive gains. Over the past week, SOL surged 17% to $243.35, while DOGE advanced 25% to $0.2759. Analysts po…
· Investing
- Gemini Surges 45% in Nasdaq Debut After $3.3B IPO
Gemini (NASDAQ: GEMI), the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, made a strong public debut on the Nasdaq Global Select Market Friday. Shares opened at $41, soaring 45% above the IPO price o…
· Business
- Solana’s SOL Surges Past $239 as Analysts Predict Rally Toward $1,314
Solana’s SOL token rallied above $239 on Friday, extending its strong September momentum. The surge comes as Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz praised Solana as “tailor-made” for global financial markets, while analys…
· Investing
- Tether Launches US-Regulated Stablecoin USAT with Anchorage and Cantor
Tether, the company behind the world’s largest stablecoin USDT, has announced the launch of USAT, a U.S.-regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin designed for businesses and institutions. The new token will be issued by fe…
· Insights & Views
- Christie’s Shuts Down Digital Art Department as NFT Market Struggles
Christie’s has closed its digital art department, ending a short but notable push into the NFT market. According to Now Media, two staffers were let go at the end of August, including Nicole Sales Giles, vice presiden…
· Business
- U.S. Stagflation Fears Clash With Crypto Market Optimism
Fresh U.S. economic data has raised concerns of stagflation — slowing growth, rising unemployment, and higher inflation — yet the crypto market continues to rally. Consumer prices rose 0.4% in August, pushing annual i…
· Investing
- Dogecoin Jumps Ahead of First U.S. DOGE ETF Launch
Dogecoin surged nearly 6% in the past 24 hours, reaching $0.261 as traders positioned for the highly anticipated debut of the first U.S. Dogecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), set to launch on September 12 under the tic…
· Insights & Views
- XRP Surges on Institutional Inflows Amid ETF Speculation
XRP posted strong gains on September 11 as institutional inflows drove trading volumes more than four times above daily averages. The token climbed nearly 2% to close around $3.05, holding support at $2.98 before test…
· Investing
- Gemini Space Station IPO Raises $425 Million, Values Firm at $3.3 Billion
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini Space Station, founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has successfully raised $425 million in its initial public offering (IPO). The New York-based company sold 15.2 million shares at …
· Business
- XLM Price Analysis: Resistance Holds as Volume Surges
Stellar’s XLM token recorded sharp moves in the past 24 hours, trading within a $0.017 range that marked a 4.3% swing between $0.379 and $0.396. The rally began around midnight on September 11, with XLM climbing from …
· Investing
- Coinbase Analysts See Strong Crypto Outlook for Q4 Amid Favorable Conditions
Coinbase analysts remain bullish on the crypto market heading into the fourth quarter, pointing to strong liquidity, supportive regulation, and a favorable macroeconomic environment as key drivers of continued momentum.
· Insights & Views
- Kevin O’Leary Backs Only Bitcoin and Ethereum, Ditches All Other Cryptos
Canadian entrepreneur and “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary has reshaped his cryptocurrency strategy, declaring that he now invests exclusively in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). Known as “Mr. Wonderful,” O’Leary insi…
· People
- BlackRock Explores Tokenized ETFs to Merge TradFi and Web3
BlackRock is testing the potential of tokenized exchange-traded funds (ETFs), aiming to bring 24/7 trading, global accessibility, and deeper crypto integration to traditional finance. The move follows growing interest…
· Regulation
- HBAR Price Eyes 40% Breakout Rally Amid Whale Accumulation
Hedera’s HBAR token trades around $0.236 as of September 11, marking a 10.6% weekly gain. While still down 3.7% over the month, HBAR has surged 53% in the past three months, keeping bullish momentum intact.
· Investing
- Hyperliquid Expands with USDH Governance and VanEck’s HYPE ETF Plans
Hyperliquid is gaining momentum in the crypto market as it pushes forward with community-driven governance and ETF developments. After HYPE, its native token, recently surged to an all-time high, the company confirmed…
· Insights & Views
- Worldcoin Price Faces Whale Sell-Off and Overbought Signals
Worldcoin (WLD) has surged nearly 95% in the past week, briefly crossing $2 before slipping back to $1.75. While the rally drew attention, its sustainability is being tested as whale investors begin offloading large a…
· Investing
- Solana Price Rally Fueled by Record Futures Activity
Solana (SOL) has surged nearly 30% over the past month, powered by a sharp increase in trading activity and investor confidence. Data from Glassnode shows Solana’s futures open interest has climbed over 300% since Aug…
· Investing
- BitMine Expands Ethereum Holdings as Market Leaders Compete
BitMine has strengthened its position in the crypto market with a major Ethereum purchase worth $200 million, pushing its total holdings to nearly $9.3 billion. This aggressive accumulation highlights the company’s co…
· Investing
- Tom Lee Clarifies Ethereum-Bitcoin Relationship, Predicts $200K BTC
Fundstrat co-founder Tom Lee, who has recently gained strong support from the Ethereum community, has dismissed any notion of rivalry with MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor. Posting a selfie with Saylor, Lee emphas…
· People
- Bitcoin Pushes Toward $115K as Crypto Market Sees Broad Gains
Bitcoin (BTC) traded around $114,200 in Asian markets Thursday, climbing 2.4% over 24 hours. Ethereum (ETH) also gained 2.4% to $4,400, while XRP (XRP) moved past $3, BNB neared $900, and Solana (SOL) rose nearly 3%. …
· Insights & Views
- XRP Holds $3.00 as Bulls Eye Breakout Toward $3.60
XRP surged past the $3.00 psychological level, signaling renewed institutional interest and heightened trading activity. The token moved within a narrow range of $2.96 to $2.99, before briefly touching $3.02 during a …
· Investing