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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
- Zcash Surges 2,389% as $47 Million Short Faces Pressure
Zcash (ZEC) has extended its remarkable rally, putting major short sellers under mounting pressure as the privacy-focused cryptocurrency trades at levels not seen in nearly a decade.
· Investing
- Cardano Dijkstra Upgrade Targets Major 2026 Milestones
Cardano is approaching a significant development period as preparations for the Dijkstra era accelerate, with several node releases, testing phases and a potential hard fork expected over the coming months.
· Investing
- Crypto Markets Brace for Fed as Robinhood Chain, Zcash Surge
Crypto markets are navigating a tighter macroeconomic environment after the latest U.S. labor report significantly exceeded expectations. August nonfarm payrolls increased by 162,000, compared with forecasts of just 5…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Holds $80K as CLARITY Act Deadline Looms
The cryptocurrency market entered a period of tight consolidation on Monday, September 7, with total market capitalization hovering between $2.77 trillion and $2.80 trillion. Bitcoin traded around $79,600–$80,100 afte…
· Investing
- AI Boom Reshapes Bitcoin Mining as Miners Pivot to Cheaper Energy
Bitcoin mining is undergoing a major transformation as artificial intelligence and high-performance computing (HPC) compete for power, infrastructure and capital. However, AI’s rapid expansion may reshape Bitcoin mini…
· Business
- Ripple Shifts $1.36M in RLUSD From XRP Ledger to Ethereum
Ripple appears to have shifted more than $1.36 million worth of its RLUSD stablecoin from the XRP Ledger (XRPL) to Ethereum, according to onchain data that has drawn attention from the crypto community.
· Investing
- Hunter Biden to Launch LAPTOP Memecoin on Base
Hunter Biden, son of former U.S. President Joe Biden, is preparing to enter the cryptocurrency market with the launch of a new memecoin called LAPTOP, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
· Investing
- Former BitBay Partner Charged in Zondacrypto Fraud Probe
Polish prosecutors have charged a former business partner of missing BitBay founder Sylwester Suszek with two offenses, including fraud, as authorities expand their investigation into the collapse of cryptocurrency ex…
· Regulation
- Stablecoin Wallets Challenge Traditional Bank Accounts
Traditional bank accounts are unlikely to disappear anytime soon, but stablecoins and digital wallets are increasingly challenging banks’ dominance over how consumers store and transfer money.
· Investing
- Ethereum EIP-8141 Frames Set for 2027 Hegotá Upgrade
Ethereum developers have committed EIP-8141, known as Frame Transactions, for inclusion in the blockchain’s 2027 Hegotá upgrade, potentially making stablecoin payments and wallet transactions significantly easier for …
· Insights & Views
- Vitalik Buterin’s EIP-8141 Targets Easier Ethereum Wallets
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has published an updated Ethereum Improvement Proposal, EIP-8141, outlining major changes to how Ethereum wallets handle transactions, signatures and gas fees.
· Technology
- US Dollar Loses 97% of Purchasing Power as Bitcoin Gains Ground
The US dollar has lost roughly 97% of its purchasing power since the Federal Reserve was established in 1913, highlighting more than a century of inflation and fueling comparisons with Bitcoin as an alternative store …
· Investing
- Berlin Rejects 30 BTC Ransom as Hackers Leak 5.7TB of Data
Berlin’s state government refused to pay a 30 Bitcoin ransom demanded by the Rhysida ransomware group, prompting the hackers to release 5.7 terabytes of stolen data on the dark web.
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Price Targets $85K as ETF Inflows Fuel Market Rally
Bitcoin traded near $79,972 after gaining 0.43% over the past 24 hours, keeping the possibility of a move toward $85,000 in focus as broader crypto market sentiment strengthened.
· Investing
- XRP Healthcare Wallet Hack Sparks Ripple Developer Feud
A major XRP Healthcare wallet hack has triggered a heated dispute between the project team and former Ripple developers, with critics arguing that warning signs surrounding the platform had existed for years.
· Technology
- Dogecoin Eyes $0.10 After Bullish Breakout
Dogecoin is once again approaching the psychologically important $0.10 price level after a strong recovery pushed DOGE above its key 200-day moving average, strengthening the cryptocurrency’s short-term bullish outlook.
· Investing
- Peter Brandt Revives $100K Bitcoin Forecast as BTC Tops $80K
Veteran trader and Factor LLC CEO Peter Brandt has revived his well-known Bitcoin logarithmic chart from June 2019, suggesting that BTC’s long-term parabolic trend remains intact as the cryptocurrency trades above $80…
· People
- U.S. Treasury Buybacks Put Bitcoin and XRP Rally in Focus
The U.S. Treasury Department is set to begin the active phase of its government debt buyback program on Monday, Sept. 7, with billions of dollars in operations drawing attention from cryptocurrency traders watching Bi…
· Investing
- Ukraine Busts $1M Crypto Scam Network
Ukrainian authorities have dismantled a network of fake investment platforms accused of using crypto wallet drainers to steal digital assets from victims across more than 20 countries.
· Regulation
- Cathie Wood Says Investors Are Undervaluing LayerZero’s Cross-Chain Role
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood believes investors are underestimating LayerZero (ZRO) and its growing role in connecting blockchain networks. Wood highlighted the interoperability protocol on X, praising both its cross-ch…
· People
- CZ Says YZi Labs’ Crypto Winter Bets Could Deliver Its Best Returns
Changpeng Zhao (CZ) believes YZi Labs’ recent investments could become some of the firm’s strongest performers, pointing to favorable timing during the crypto market downturn.
· People
- Bitcoin and Ethereum Face Key Test as CPI, ECB Decisions Loom
Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) prices are under pressure as investors brace for key inflation data and central bank decisions. Bitcoin fell 1.75% to $79,599 on September 5, while Ethereum dropped 2.45% to $2,455.
· Investing
- Pakistan Crypto Deadline Hits as PVARA NOC Rules Take Effect
Pakistan’s crypto regulation enters a critical enforcement phase as virtual asset service providers (VASPs) face a September 5, 2026 deadline to file a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) with the Pakistan Virtual Assets R…
· Regulation
- French Hill Predicts CLARITY Act Passage Before November Midterms
U.S. Rep. French Hill believes the CLARITY Act can clear Congress before the November midterm elections, as the Senate prepares for a crucial vote on the crypto market structure legislation.
· People
- Cardano Price Targets $2.90 as ADA DEX Volume Triples
Cardano (ADA) price edged 0.7% higher on September 5, trading near $0.21 as growing network activity strengthened optimism around the altcoin. Cardano decentralized exchange volumes have tripled recently, while one cr…
· Investing
- BIS Tests XRP Ledger as Ripple CEO Highlights XRPL Strengths
The XRP community is drawing fresh attention to the XRP Ledger (XRPL) after the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) put the blockchain network to the test, prompting a response from Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse.
· Business
- Bitcoin Targets $85K as Kalshi Traders Stay Bullish Despite Price Dip
Bitcoin briefly slipped below the $80,000 level following a recent cryptocurrency market correction, but traders on prediction platform Kalshi remain optimistic about BTC’s prospects in September.
· Investing
- XRP Ledger Amendment Activity Surges After New Scorecard Launch
XRP Ledger (XRPL) development activity has accelerated following the launch of a new amendment scorecard designed to track how thoroughly upcoming protocol features are tested before reaching mainnet.
· Investing
- Robinhood Chain DEX Volume Hits Record $3.7 Billion in 24 Hours
Robinhood Chain has reached a new milestone in decentralized exchange activity, recording an all-time high of $3.7 billion in 24-hour DEX volume as the blockchain network continues to expand its presence in decentrali…
· Business
- Dogecoin Golden Cross Puts $0.10 DOGE Target in Focus
Dogecoin (DOGE) is showing renewed bullish momentum after forming a golden cross on its short-term chart, while traders closely watch a major on-chain support zone that could determine the meme coin’s next move.
· Investing
- Bitcoin Movie Sparks Craig Wright Satoshi Debate
A $70 million Bitcoin movie centered on Craig Wright’s version of the Satoshi Nakamoto story is in post-production, reigniting controversy over the disputed identity of Bitcoin’s creator.
· People
- PONS Price Hits Record High After Uniswap Purchase
Pons (PONS) surged to a new all-time high of $0.73 on Friday after Uniswap Labs disclosed a purchase of the meme coin. The announcement helped drive the PONS price roughly 41% higher in a single day, extending one of …
· Investing
- Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Advocacy Is Protected Free Speech in US
Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has defended Americans’ right to publicly discuss and promote Bitcoin, arguing that such advocacy is protected speech and does not require a financial license.
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin-Gold Correlation Hits 6-Year High as BTC Eyes $85K
Bitcoin price gained 0.96% on September 4, trading near $79,262 and extending its one-month rally to roughly 23%. Gold has also climbed sharply, rising from $4,130 on August 4 to around $4,512. The simultaneous gains …
· Investing
- Ripple Signs Florida Athletics Deal to Bring XRP to ‘The Swamp’
Ripple has secured a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Florida Athletics, expanding the crypto company’s presence in college sports and bringing prominent XRP branding to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, widely known as …
· Business
- Bitcoin Price Eyes $85K After Bullish Breakout Retest
Bitcoin price could be preparing for another move higher as BTC retests a key breakout level near $80,600. Crypto analyst Ali Charts believes holding this support could open the door for Bitcoin to climb toward $85,000.
· Investing
- XRP Healthcare Warns XRPH Wallet Users After Unauthorized Transactions
XRP Healthcare has issued an urgent security warning to the XRP community after reports of multiple unauthorized transactions involving users of the XRPH Wallet.
· Business
- Robinhood Chain Suffers Brief Network Outage
Robinhood Chain experienced a temporary network disruption on Sept. 4, briefly halting block production and preventing new transactions from being recorded as the blockchain continues to see rapid growth in activity.
· Investing
- Binance Flags Four Tokens for Delisting Risk
Binance has placed four additional cryptocurrencies under heightened scrutiny, signaling that the tokens could face potential delisting if they fail to meet the exchange’s listing requirements.
· Business
- Zcash Price Breaks $1,000 as ZEC Rally Accelerates
Zcash (ZEC) has surged above the $1,000 mark, extending a dramatic recovery that appeared unlikely just months ago. On September 4, the Zcash price climbed above $1,010, with ZEC gaining roughly 6% during the latest d…
· Investing