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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
- Bitcoin Treasury Companies Surge as mNAV Metrics Spark Investor Debate
A wave of new bitcoin treasury firms—companies primarily focused on accumulating Bitcoin (BTC)—is rapidly emerging, following the playbook of industry giant MicroStrategy (MSTR). With Bitcoin trading near $110,000, th…
· Business
- SEC Considers Exemptions for DeFi Platforms Amid Regulatory Shift
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is exploring exemptions for decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms to ease regulatory hurdles, according to SEC Chairman Paul Atkins. Speaking at the agency’s fifth cr…
· Regulation
- Plasma Raises $500M in Token Sale Amid Surging Stablecoin Demand
Plasma, a crypto startup focused on building a blockchain optimized for stablecoins, has raised a staggering $500 million in its public token sale—ten times its original target. The fundraising, conducted on Sonar, a …
· Business
- Paraguayan President’s X Account Hacked, False Bitcoin Legal Tender Claims Posted
The X account of Santiago Peña, the President of Paraguay, was compromised on Monday, sparking confusion with false announcements related to Bitcoin. The hacked post falsely declared that Paraguay was adopting Bitcoin…
· Regulation
- Bitwise and ProShares File Competing ETFs as Circle Stock Soars
Two major ETF issuers, Bitwise and ProShares, have submitted applications to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch ETFs based on Circle (CRCL), following the stablecoin giant’s explosive IPO. Cir…
· Business
- BNB Price Rebounds with V-Shaped Recovery as Binance Ecosystem Grows
BNB, the native token of Binance, has rebounded sharply after recent market turbulence, gaining over 4% from this week’s low. The token dipped to $631 before climbing back to around $657, forming a classic V-shaped re…
· Investing
- Chainlink (LINK) Rebounds Strongly After Sharp Correction, Eyes Further Gains
Chainlink (LINK), the decentralized oracle network powering real-world data for smart contracts, has shown notable price recovery after a steep 14.4% correction. LINK dropped from $13.97 to a low of $13.56 but quickly…
· Investing
- U.K. Appoints First Crypto Specialist to Boost Asset Recovery Efforts
The U.K.'s Insolvency Service has appointed its first-ever crypto intelligence specialist as part of a broader effort to enhance digital asset recovery in bankruptcy and fraud cases. Former police investigator Andrew …
· Regulation
- AVAX Sees Volatility as Support Zones Strengthen Near $20.60
Avalanche’s native token AVAX is showing notable price fluctuations after a brief rally, currently trading at $21.95. Following a 3.72% gain from $20.71 to $21.48, AVAX reversed course, falling sharply to $20.25, esta…
· Investing
- Nearly $200M in Bitcoin Moved from Kraken as BTC Price Dips Slightly
Blockchain tracking platform Whale Alert has flagged two major Bitcoin transfers totaling over $197 million, both originating from U.S.-based crypto exchange Kraken. The transfers involved 875 BTC and 997 BTC, valued …
· Investing
- Strategy Upsizes Fundraising to Nearly $1B to Buy More Bitcoin
Strategy has significantly increased the size of its latest fundraising round, announcing plans to raise $979.7 million—up from the original $250 million—through the sale of STRD (Strike Perpetual Preferred Stock) sha…
· Business
- Argentina Clears President Milei Over LIBRA Memecoin Promotion Scandal
Argentine President Javier Milei has been cleared of any misconduct related to his controversial promotion of the Solana-based memecoin LIBRA earlier this year. According to a Friday resolution by Argentina's anti-cor…
· Regulation
- Ripple and JETRO-Backed Web3 Salon Empower Blockchain Startups in Japan
Ripple has announced a new strategic partnership with Web3 Salon, a blockchain initiative supported by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), to boost Japan’s Web3 ecosystem. This collaboration is focused on a…
· Technology
- Crypto Market Holds Steady as U.S.-China Trade Talks Lift Asian Stocks
Major cryptocurrencies remained largely stagnant Monday despite renewed optimism surrounding U.S.-China trade negotiations. Bitcoin (BTC) hovered near $105,650 after forming a doji candle on Sunday, signaling market i…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Faces Resistance Amid Weak Momentum and Low Volume
Bitcoin is struggling to hold its ground near a key resistance zone after a short-lived recovery, currently trading around $105,500. The asset is hovering near the upper boundary of an ascending trendline but faces st…
· Investing
- XRP Breaks Key Resistance, Signals Potential Surge Amid Whale Silence
XRP is flashing signs of potential volatility after breaking out of a long-standing descending trendline, signaling a possible shift in sentiment. The cryptocurrency, currently trading around $2.14, recently bounced o…
· Investing
- 2025 on Track to Be Deadliest Year for Crypto Investors, Data Shows
A new report from Galaxy Digital reveals that 2025 is shaping up to be the most dangerous year ever for cryptocurrency holders. According to research analyst Alex Thorn, this year has already recorded over 25 document…
· Insights & Views
- XRP Death Cross Signals Bearish Pressure Below Key Resistance
XRP is flashing a bearish signal on the daily chart that traders shouldn’t ignore. A "death cross" has appeared, where the 23-day moving average has crossed below the 50-day — a classic sign of potential downside cont…
· Investing
- Bitcoin’s Market Potential Could Hit $425 Trillion, Says Analyst Willy Woo
Top crypto analyst Willy Woo has made a bold projection: Bitcoin could tap into a $425 trillion market within the next 20 years. While the number may sound extreme, Woo argues it’s not a wild guess—it’s just math. He …
· People
- Stellar (XLM) Overtakes Bitcoin Cash in Market Cap Amid ETF Boost
Stellar (XLM) has officially surpassed Bitcoin Cash (BCH) in market capitalization, climbing to the 16th spot among cryptocurrencies, according to CoinMarketCap. As of now, Stellar holds a market cap of $8.4 billion, …
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Holds Strong Above $106K Amid U.S. Unrest and Market Volatility
Bitcoin (BTC) maintained bullish momentum over the weekend, holding firm above $106,000 despite intensifying political unrest in the United States. As of Saturday, BTC traded at $105,740.73 and later climbed to $106,3…
· Investing
- Samson Mow Warns Bitcoin Core Now a "Risk to Bitcoin" Amid Governance Rift
The Bitcoin community is facing internal conflict as a growing number of voices challenge the dominance of Bitcoin Core, the software used by most nodes. Samson Mow, former Blockstream CSO and current CEO of JAN3, rec…
· People
- Ripple CTO Defends Roger Ver Amid U.S. Legal Battle
Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, has weighed in on the controversial legal case against Roger Ver, a prominent early Bitcoin investor often called “Bitcoin Jesus.” Responding to public interest in th…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Faces $100K Resistance as Gold Gains Appeal, Says Bloomberg Analyst
Bitcoin may struggle to break past the $100,000 mark, according to Bloomberg analyst Mike McGlone, who views this level as a potential long-term ceiling. McGlone suggests that excessive speculation in the cryptocurren…
· People
- Bitcoin Holds Above $105K Despite Trump-Musk Feud Escalation
Bitcoin (BTC) held steady above $105,000 on Saturday, showing resilience amid political tension between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. In a confrontational NBC News interview, Trump warned Musk of "serious consequences" …
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Regains $2,500 Amid Institutional Buying and Market Rebound
Ethereum (ETH) has staged a strong rebound from its recent low of $2,460, climbing back above $2,500 amid heightened market volatility. The recovery, supported by a higher low formation and increased trading volume, s…
· Investing
- BiT Global Drops Lawsuit Against Coinbase Over wBTC Delisting
BiT Global has officially ended its legal battle with Coinbase regarding the delisting of its wrapped bitcoin (wBTC) token. According to a joint court filing, BiT Global has agreed to dismiss the lawsuit with prejudic…
· Regulation
- Solana (SOL) Rebounds Amid Strong On-Chain Activity and Bullish Chart Signals
Solana (SOL) regained momentum over the weekend, climbing from a low of $147.13 to a session high of $152.94 before settling near $151.77. The 3.95% intraday rebound suggests renewed bullish sentiment, supported by a …
· Investing
- Deutsche Bank Explores Stablecoins and Tokenized Deposits in Blockchain Push
Deutsche Bank is actively exploring stablecoins and tokenized deposits as part of its expanding digital asset strategy, signaling growing interest in blockchain-based financial infrastructure among global banks. Accor…
· Business
- Dogecoin Nears 8 Million Holders as Price Eyes Key Breakout
Dogecoin (DOGE), the popular dog-themed cryptocurrency, is nearing a major adoption milestone with 7.97 million holders, according to data from on-chain analytics firm Santiment. This growing user base solidifies DOGE…
· Insights & Views
- CZ Channels Churchill in Viral Crypto Tweet on HODLing
In a tweet that quickly went viral in the crypto community, Binance co-founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) humorously invoked the legacy of Winston Churchill to deliver a crypto-centric message. CZ posted, “Suc…
· People
- Bitcoin Struggles to Hold Gains After Hitting $111K Amid Key Resistance Levels
Bitcoin recently surged to a new high of $111,800, surpassing its previous all-time high from January 2025. However, the rally was short-lived as prices retraced, suggesting fading bullish momentum. According to on-ch…
· Insights & Views
- XRP Rebounds to $2.18 Amid ETF Hopes and Trading Volume Concerns
XRP, the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, is showing signs of recovery after two days of losses. The digital asset rebounded to $2.192 on Friday, up 2.18% in the last 24 hours, following support at $2.08. …
· Investing
- Michael Saylor Hails Strategy’s Bitcoin-Driven Outperformance Over Tech Giants
Michael Saylor, executive chairman and co-founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has praised Bitcoin's impact on his company’s performance, declaring it “fully torqued Bitcoin.” In a tweet to the global crypto …
· People
- Bitcoin Rebounds at $104K as Bulls Defend Key EMA Support
Bitcoin has stabilized around $104,000 after a sharp drop from recent highs near $112,000, bouncing directly off the critical 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA). This level, often seen as dynamic support, appears…
· Insights & Views
- XRP Tests Critical Support at 200 EMA Amid Bearish Pressure
XRP is at a critical juncture as it tests the 200-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), a key long-term support level that has historically served as a launchpad for bullish reversals. Currently trading near $2.16, XR…
· Investing
- XRP Defies Death Cross With Sharp Rebound Amid Market Turmoil
XRP surprised traders early Friday by rebounding despite flashing a classic bearish signal—the "death cross"—on its hourly chart. A death cross typically signals downward momentum when a short-term moving average, lik…
· Investing
- Elon Musk’s xAI Partners with Polymarket to Launch Official Prediction Market on X
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI has officially partnered with blockchain-based prediction market platform Polymarket, marking a major step toward integrating decentralized forecasting into mainstream s…
· Business
- AVAX Rebounds Amid Trump-Musk Clash as Bullish Momentum Builds
The crypto market saw renewed volatility on Thursday after a dramatic social media feud between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The argument, centered on the U.S. national debt, escalated with Mus…
· Investing
- Adidas Joins FIFA Rivals with Digital Gear and Web3 Game Integration
Adidas is stepping into Web3 gaming through a multiyear licensing deal with FIFA and Mythical Games, debuting in the new mobile title FIFA Rivals, set for global launch on June 12. This arcade-style soccer game blends…
· Technology