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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
- Coinbase Wins Major Legal Battle as SEC Drops Case
Coinbase has secured a major victory as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially dismissed its lawsuit against the crypto exchange. The move, following a formal vote by SEC commissioners, prevents …
· Regulation
- Crypto Giants Unite to Launch Decentralized AI Services
A group of leading blockchain and crypto firms has formed the Open Agents Alliance (OAA) to deliver decentralized artificial intelligence (AI) services using shared infrastructure. The alliance includes NEAR AI, the A…
· Technology
- China’s Crypto Loophole: Hong Kong’s Role in Regulated Bitcoin Access
China maintains strict crypto regulations while embracing blockchain, banning trading but building infrastructure. However, with Hong Kong offering regulated crypto markets, a potential loophole is emerging.
· Regulation
- Michael Saylor Pushes Bitcoin Leadership at US Financial Services Committee
Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of MicroStrategy, recently revealed his visit to the US Financial Services Committee, where he discussed digital assets and the country’s path to global leadership in …
· Business
- SEC Clarifies Meme Coins Are Not Securities Under Federal Law
The SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance has clarified that most meme coins do not qualify as securities under federal law. Meme coins, inspired by internet trends, characters, and social movements, are primarily tra…
· Regulation
- Michael Saylor’s Strategy Nears Historic 500,000 BTC Milestone
Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin-focused firm, Strategy, is on the verge of a historic milestone, nearing 500,000 BTC holdings. As of Feb. 23, 2025, the company holds 499,096 BTC, acquired for approximately $33.1 billion at a…
· Investing
- Texas Advances Senate Bill 21 to Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
Texas is moving closer to becoming a leader in state-backed cryptocurrency reserves after the Senate Business and Commerce Committee unanimously passed Senate Bill 21 with a 9-0 vote. The bill now heads to the full Se…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Faces Selling Pressure as Dormant BTC Moves Amid Market Uncertainty
A large volume of dormant Bitcoin (BTC) has recently been activated, sparking speculation about potential market impact. According to CryptoQuant analyst Martuun, 8,007 BTC, aged between three to five years, have been…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Price Forecast: Standard Chartered Analyst Predicts $500K Target Amid Market Dip
Standard Chartered’s top crypto analyst, Geoffrey Kendrick, remains bullish on Bitcoin despite its recent downturn. He predicts Bitcoin could reach $500,000 before the end of Donald Trump’s presidency, with a $200,000…
· Insights & Views
- CoreWeave Eyes $4B IPO Amid Crypto-Driven Cloud Boom
CoreWeave, a leading AI-focused cloud computing firm, is reportedly preparing for a U.S. public listing within the next week, aiming to raise around $4 billion. According to Bloomberg, the company is targeting a valua…
· Business
- Congress Debates Stablecoin Regulation as Crypto Legislation Gains Momentum
Stablecoins and crypto regulation took center stage at a Senate Banking Committee hearing, marking a key step toward a legislative framework for digital assets. Chaired by Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, a strong cryp…
· Regulation
- Ripple Expands in South Korea with BDACS Partnership for Crypto Custody
Ripple is strengthening its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with a new partnership in South Korea. Ripple President Monica Long expressed excitement over the deal with BDACS, a top digital asset custodian i…
· Business
- XRP Faces Key Support Test as Bearish Pressure Mounts
XRP has slipped below its ascending moving average, dropping to $2.24, signaling growing bearish momentum. The cryptocurrency now faces a critical downtrend, with a risk of further losses unless strong support holds. …
· Investing
- Ethereum Faces Strongest Selling Pressure in 18 Months, Drops Below Key Support
Ethereum (ETH) has faced its most intense selling pressure in 18 months, plunging to $2,428 after a 2.53% daily decline. The surge in trading volume signals potential further downside, echoing a similar market correct…
· Investing
- U.S. House Moves to Block IRS DeFi Tax Rule in Major Crypto Win
The U.S. House of Representatives has taken a key step to overturn an IRS rule that imposes strict tax reporting on decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms. The House Ways and Means Committee voted 26-16 in favor of a …
· Regulation
- FBI Links North Korea to $1.5 Billion Crypto Heist from ByBit
The FBI has identified North Korea as the culprit behind the massive $1.5 billion cryptocurrency theft from ByBit, a major crypto exchange. The agency attributed the attack to the "TraderTraitor" hacking group, known …
· Regulation
- SEC, Tron, and Justin Sun Seek Case Pause Amid Potential Settlement Talks
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Tron Foundation, and Justin Sun have jointly requested a federal judge to pause the regulator’s lawsuit against Sun and his company. The motion, filed Wednesday, …
· Regulation
- Gemini Co-Founder Slams SEC After Dropped Investigation
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dropped its investigation into Gemini, but Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss isn’t letting it go.
· Regulation
- Bybit Forensic Review Reveals Safe Wallet Breach in $1.5B Crypto Hack
Bybit’s forensic review of last week’s $1.5 billion hack confirmed that its systems remained secure, attributing the breach to compromised Safe wallet infrastructure. The investigation found that a Safe developer's cr…
· Insights & Views
- U.S. Treasury Taps Galaxy Digital’s Tyler Williams for Crypto Policy Advisory
The U.S. Treasury has appointed Tyler Williams, regulatory counsel at Galaxy Digital, to advise on digital asset and blockchain policy. Williams, who currently leads Regulatory and Legislative Affairs at Galaxy Digita…
· People
- Bank of America Eyes Stablecoin Launch Amid U.S. Regulatory Shift
Bank of America is prepared to launch its own U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin if lawmakers approve necessary legislation, CEO Brian Moynihan said in an interview at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C.
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Drops to $84,200 as Trade Tensions and ETF Sell-Off Intensify
Bitcoin tumbled to a three-month low on Wednesday, shedding 4.4% to hit $84,200 as global trade concerns and massive ETF outflows sparked a broader market sell-off. Investor sentiment soured after U.S. President Donal…
· Investing
- Bitcoin's Price Plunge Erases Gains, Marking Worst February in a Decade
"Just when I thought I was out, they pulled me back in." This famous line from The Godfather perfectly describes Bitcoin’s (BTC) latest market moves. After a brutal sell-off earlier this week wiped out $1.5 billion in…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Whales Sell 25,740 BTC as Retail Investors Buy the Dip
On-chain data reveals that Bitcoin (BTC) whales have offloaded 25,740 BTC in the past seven days, according to crypto analytics firm IntoTheBlock. These large holders, who control between 10,000 and 100,000 BTC, have …
· Investing
- Rezolve Ai and Tether Lead Stablecoin Innovation as PayPal Joins the Race
PayPal’s launch of its PYUSD stablecoin highlights a growing shift toward crypto-powered payments, a vision Rezolve Ai (RZLV) has been pioneering in partnership with Tether. As PayPal steps into the space, Rezolve Ai’…
· Technology
- Bitcoin ETF Outflows Surge, But Market Experts Stay Confident
Bitcoin ETFs faced a major shake-up last week, with a staggering $1.8 billion in outflows. A single-day withdrawal of $938 million saw Fidelity’s FBTC take the biggest hit at $345 million, while BlackRock’s IBIT lost …
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin ETFs Face Record $937M Outflow as Market Recalibrates
Bitcoin ETFs have seen their largest daily outflow since their launch in early 2024, with nearly $937.9 million worth of BTC withdrawn from 11 funds, according to analytics platform SpotOnChain. The biggest losses cam…
· Investing
- ARK Invest Buys $8.7M in Coinbase Shares Amid Crypto Market Slump
ARK Invest, led by Cathie Wood, seized the opportunity to acquire 41,032 Coinbase (COIN) shares worth $8.7 million as the crypto market tumbled on Tuesday. The investment was made through ARK’s Next Generation Interne…
· Business
- GitHub’s Hidden Threat: Hackers Using Code Repositories to Steal Crypto
A new cybersecurity report warns that hackers are planting malicious code in GitHub projects to steal Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies. Security firm Kaspersky uncovered a campaign called "GitVenom," which has…
· Technology
- XRP Shows Signs of Recovery While Dogecoin Struggles
XRP, the payments-focused cryptocurrency, has faced a 25% price drop this month, falling to $2.28 from its January peak of $3.40, according to TradingView and CoinDesk. However, Fibonacci retracement analysis suggests…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Plunges to $86K Amid ETF Outflows and U.S. Tariff Fears
Bitcoin extended losses for the fourth consecutive session, plunging 3.6% to $88,706.9 by early Wednesday, after briefly dipping to $86,000. The world’s largest cryptocurrency has shed about $8,000 over the past week,…
· Investing
- Litecoin Surges 10.8% in a Day Despite Weekly Decline
Litecoin (LTC) saw a sharp 10.80% jump, reaching $122.94 by 04:38 (09:38 GMT) on Wednesday, marking its biggest one-day gain since February 10. This surge pushed Litecoin’s market cap to $9.07 billion, accounting for …
· Investing
- Will XRP Outshine BTC Again?
Bitcoin (BTC) is facing a critical moment, fluctuating between $85,000 and $95,000. A break below $90,000 could trigger a sharp decline, but with little resistance above $95,000, a bullish breakout could be just as sw…
· Investing
- Galaxy Digital Hires Former BlockFi CEO Zac Prince to Expand Crypto Offerings
Michael Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital (GLXY) has appointed Zac Prince as a managing director, according to an internal memo seen by CoinDesk. Prince will work closely with Galaxy President Chris Ferraro to drive the firm…
· Business
- Strive CEO Pushes GameStop to Go All-In on Bitcoin Treasury Strategy
Strive Asset Management CEO Matt Cole has urged GameStop (NYSE:GME) to adopt the Bitcoin Standard, positioning the company as a leader in Bitcoin treasury management within the gaming sector. In a letter to GameStop C…
· Technology
- Bitcoin Whales on the Move: 8,022 BTC Worth $738M Exits Coinbase Amid Market Sell-Off
A massive Bitcoin transaction has caught the market’s attention as 8,022 BTC, valued at nearly $738.86 million, was transferred from Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) to an unknown wallet. Blockchain tracker Whale Alert flagged …
· Investing
- Bitcoin’s Volatility Continues: Key Levels to Watch for the Next Move
Bitcoin’s price action remains turbulent, with the flagship cryptocurrency dropping 9% in two days to $88,000, triggering $1.5 billion in liquidations. Despite market chaos, top trader DonAlt sees nothing unusual, emp…
· Investing
- Shiba Inu Burn Rate Surges 531% as Crypto Market Faces Major Downturn
The Shiba Inu (SHIB) community has ramped up token burns, removing 13,938,285 SHIB from circulation in the past 24 hours, according to Shibburn. A single transaction accounted for 12,904,644 SHIB, fueling an impressiv…
· Investing
- Peter Schiff Doubles Down: Predicts Bitcoin Crash Will Sink Michael Saylor’s Strategy
Peter Schiff, a long-time Bitcoin critic, is once again warning of disaster for Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin-focused strategy. As BTC dips below $89,000, Schiff argues that Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, is on the brin…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Volatility Rises as Market Experts Confirm Bullish Outlook
Despite recent price swings, CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju asserts that Bitcoin remains in a bullish cycle. He dismisses fears of a bear market, emphasizing that BTC’s ongoing correction is typical in a bull run.
· Insights & Views