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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
- Shaquille O’Neal Settles FTX Lawsuit with $1.8M Payout
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has agreed to pay $1.8 million to settle a class-action lawsuit filed by investors of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, according to multiple reports this week. The investors alleg…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Price Bounces Off Key Support, But Momentum Remains Uncertain
Bitcoin (BTC) staged a sharp rebound after touching the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), surging from $102,816 to nearly $105,000. This swift reversal followed a steep sell-off triggered by a major liquidation…
· Insights & Views
- XRP Price Holds 200-Day EMA as Bulls Eye Potential Reversal
XRP is clinging to a critical support level, trading near the 200-day exponential moving average (EMA) at around $2.14. Despite recent rejections in the $2.40–$2.50 resistance range, the token hasn’t broken down decis…
· Investing
- SharpLink Buys $462M in Ethereum Despite Market Crash
Sports betting firm SharpLink has made headlines after purchasing 176,271 ETH during the ongoing crypto downturn, according to on-chain data from Lookonchain. Executed around June 13, the transaction occurred at an av…
· Insights & Views
- Trump Reveals $57M in Crypto Income, Highlights Wealth Tied to Real Estate and Media
U.S. President Donald Trump disclosed $57.35 million in income from token sales through World Liberty Financial in his first public financial report since returning to office in January 2025. The filing also revealed …
· Business
- Trident to Raise $500M for XRP Treasury Strategy, Citing Blockchain’s Long-Term Value
Singapore-based Nasdaq-listed tech firm Trident has announced plans to raise $500 million to build a strategic XRP treasury reserve. The move signals a major step into the cryptocurrency space, as Trident positions it…
· Business
- Tron Eyes Dogecoin as Market Cap Gap Shrinks to $580M
Tron (TRX) is closing in on Dogecoin (DOGE) in market capitalization, narrowing the gap to just $580 million, according to CoinMarketCap. As of the latest data, Tron holds the ninth spot with a market cap of $25.64 bi…
· Investing
- 8,000 Dormant BTC Linked to Coinbase Custody Move Amid ETF Speculation
A total of 8,000 Bitcoin, dormant for three to five years, were recently moved, sparking speculation across the crypto market. According to CryptoQuant analyst J.A. Maartunn, the coins originated from Coinbase Custody…
· Investing
- Ripple’s Top Lawyer Shares Essential Tips to Avoid Crypto Scams
Stuart Alderoty, Ripple’s chief legal officer, has issued a practical guide to help cryptocurrency users avoid common crypto scams. As the crypto space continues to grow, so do the tactics used by scammers to exploit …
· People
- XRP Wallet Surge Signals Growing Adoption Amid Price Dip
The XRP network saw a sharp increase in new wallet addresses, with over 9,000 created on June 11 and 12, according to data from CryptoQuant. June 11 alone recorded approximately 4,500 new addresses, followed by 4,200 …
· Insights & Views
- Dogecoin Whale Activity Surges as On-Chain Metrics Outpace BTC and ETH
Dogecoin (DOGE) is defying the broader crypto market trend with a significant spike in on-chain activity. While Bitcoin and Ethereum are seeing notable declines in whale transactions, Dogecoin’s large transaction volu…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Recovers Slightly Amid Israel-Iran Tensions, Analysts Warn of Deeper Pullback
Bitcoin (BTC) briefly bounced back after dipping to $102,600 early Friday due to escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The cryptocurrency rebounded to near $106,000 but slipped again during U.S. trading hours f…
· Investing
- SUI Price Drops Below Key Support as Bears Maintain Control
Sui (SUI) fell 9.64% to $3.0211 on June 13, deepening a sharp overnight correction that briefly pushed the price to $2.9556. The selloff was triggered after the token broke below the $3.20 support level—previously a s…
· Investing
- Solana (SOL) Drops 8% Amid Crypto Market Volatility, Tests Key Support Levels
Solana’s SOL token dropped 7.87% in the last 24 hours, falling from $159.60 to a low of $142.13 before stabilizing at $147.07. The decline mirrors renewed volatility across the broader crypto market, with intraday sel…
· Investing
- Cardano’s ADA Drops 6% Amid Treasury Debate and DeFi Push
Cardano's ADA token fell 6.01% to $0.6412, driven by market volatility and community division over a proposed $100 million treasury allocation aimed at boosting the DeFi ecosystem. The proposal, spearheaded by TapTool…
· Insights & Views
- XRP Builds Strong Support at $2, Eyes Breakout Toward $2.60
XRP is showing signs of stabilization, with the $2 price level forming a solid support zone. Currently trading at $2.24, the asset sits above its 200-day exponential moving average (EMA), which lies at $2.09—a level t…
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Eyes $3K Breakout as Bullish Momentum Builds
Ethereum (ETH) is showing strong signs of an impending breakout, with the $3,000 level within reach. Currently trading around $2,750, ETH has surged past a key resistance zone after breaking out of a tight consolidati…
· Investing
- Ripple and SEC Move Toward $125M Settlement, Signaling Possible End to Legal Battle
Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have jointly requested court approval for a proposed settlement that could mark the end of their years-long legal battle. According to Fox Business journali…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Falls Below $104K as Israel Bombs Tehran, Global Markets React
Bitcoin (BTC) has plunged over 4% in the past 24 hours, dropping to $103,900 following Israeli airstrikes on Tehran, Iran’s capital. The escalation in Middle East tensions has triggered significant volatility across g…
· Investing
- Peter Schiff Slams Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin Strategy Amid $62.6B Holdings
Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff has reignited his long-running feud with MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor, calling the company’s Bitcoin strategy a “complete fraud” destined for bankruptcy. His latest remarks come af…
· People
- XRP Price at Crucial Turning Point as Bollinger Bands Signal "Do or Die" Moment
XRP is at a pivotal juncture, trading near $2.24 and pressing against the midline of its Bollinger Bands. This midline now acts as a key short-term support and resistance level, setting the stage for a potential break…
· Investing
- PEPE Coin Faces Key Support Test Amid Market Sell-Off
Frog-themed cryptocurrency PEPE (PEPE) is facing mounting pressure as its price nears a crucial support level. The meme coin dropped 5.65% in the past 24 hours, currently trading at $0.000001247. Despite the daily dip…
· Investing
- Grayscale’s Cardano ETF Sees 75% Approval Odds Amid Growing Altcoin ETF Momentum
Grayscale’s proposed Cardano (ADA) ETF now has a 75% chance of approval, according to updated estimates by Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart. Shared by Cardano-focused X account Cardanians, the revised outlook posi…
· Regulation
- Ripple CEO Acknowledges Dogecoin's Role in Crypto Ecosystem
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has shifted his stance on Dogecoin (DOGE), acknowledging its lasting presence in the cryptocurrency space. Speaking at the Apex 2025 event, Garlinghouse admitted he was once critical of th…
· People
- Litecoin Price Dips as Bearish Sentiment Deepens
Litecoin (LTC) is facing renewed selling pressure, with its price sliding 3.59% over the past 24 hours to $89.26, according to CoinMarketCap. The decline follows a brief peak at $94.01 before market volatility pushed …
· Investing
- Web3 Trends 2025: GameFi, AI, and Stablecoins Drive Growth
In 2025, amid fast-changing narratives, three key verticals—GameFi, AI, and stablecoins—stand out in Web3 for their tech innovation and user traction. Stepan Sergeev, a global entrepreneur and angel investor, shares i…
· Technology
- Franklin Templeton CEO Warns Legacy Finance Faces "Blockbuster Moment" Without Crypto Adoption
Franklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson has issued a bold warning to traditional finance: embrace blockchain and crypto—or risk obsolescence. In a recent Fortune op-ed, Johnson stressed that the financial industry can no…
· People
- Bitcoin Drops Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Fed Policy Uncertainty
Bitcoin (BTC) fell over 2.5% in the past 24 hours to around $105,900, while altcoins experienced sharper losses. Ethereum (ETH) dropped to $2,655, Solana (SOL) to $153.59, XRP to $2.21, and Dogecoin (DOGE) to $0.1826,…
· Investing
- Coinbase to Launch Bitcoin Cashback Credit Card with Amex This Fall
Coinbase is set to debut a new credit card in partnership with American Express, offering users up to 4% cashback in Bitcoin (BTC). Called the Coinbase One Card, the crypto-backed rewards card is scheduled to roll out…
· Business
- Shopify Enables USDC Stablecoin Payments via Coinbase’s Base Network
Shopify is introducing stablecoin payments to its merchants through Coinbase’s Base, an Ethereum layer-2 network. The rollout begins June 12 for a limited group of early-access merchants, with full availability for Sh…
· Business
- Crypto Market Set for Growth in H2 2025 Amid Economic Recovery and Regulatory Clarity
A more optimistic macroeconomic outlook, increasing corporate interest in digital assets, and greater regulatory clarity are expected to drive crypto market momentum in the second half of 2025, according to a report b…
· Insights & Views
- DeFi Dev Secures $5B Credit Line to Expand Solana Holdings
DeFi Development (DFDV), a Nasdaq-listed firm focused on a Solana-based treasury strategy, has secured a $5 billion equity line of credit from RK Capital Management to expand its SOL holdings. The agreement grants DFD…
· Business
- Trump Calls Himself ‘Crypto President’ at Coinbase Event, Pledges Support for Bitcoin and Stablecoins
U.S. President Donald Trump once again expressed strong support for cryptocurrencies during a pre-recorded appearance at Coinbase’s State of Crypto Summit on Thursday. In the 90-second video message, Trump described i…
· Regulation
- Ant Group Eyes Stablecoin Licenses in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Luxembourg
Ant International, the global arm of Alipay owner Ant Group, plans to apply for stablecoin licenses in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Luxembourg, according to a Bloomberg report citing people familiar with the matter. This…
· Regulation
- Ethereum Price Dips Below $2,760 Despite Bullish On-Chain Signals
Ethereum (ETH) struggled to sustain momentum on June 11, slipping 0.15% to $2,758 amid renewed selling pressure during the U.S. afternoon session. The dip followed a short-lived rally that peaked at $2,872.42 before a…
· Investing
- Weakening Dollar Index Sparks Optimism for Bitcoin Rally
The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) has fallen below 98 for the first time since early 2022, marking a significant shift in global currency dynamics and boosting sentiment for risk assets like Bitcoin (BTC), currently trading…
· Investing
- Bitcoin-Backed STRD Preferred Stock Debuts on Nasdaq with 10% Yield
Strategy (MSTR) has officially launched trading of its latest bitcoin-backed security, STRD, on the Nasdaq. The 10% Series A Perpetual Stride Preferred Stock (STRD) debuted on Wednesday, closing the session slightly h…
· Business
- Cristiano Ronaldo and Binance Unveil ‘Forever To The Moon’ Digital Collectibles
Cristiano Ronaldo and Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, have launched their sixth digital collectible series, Forever To The Moon, blending Web3 innovation with global sports fandom. This latest NFT drop s…
· Business
- Solana Price Rises Amid Cooling Volume, ETF Speculation Fuels Bullish Outlook
Solana (SOL), the sixth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, is experiencing a cooling trend in both spot and futures trading volumes, according to blockchain analytics firm CryptoQuant. Recent bubble chart analysis …
· Investing
- Paul Tudor Jones Recommends Bitcoin, Gold, and Stocks to Hedge Inflation
Billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones reaffirmed his bullish stance on Bitcoin during a recent appearance on Bloomberg. He emphasized that a volatility-adjusted portfolio consisting of Bitcoin, gold, and sto…
· People