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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
- Cathie Wood Buys $20M in SpaceX Stock as Post-IPO Selloff Deepens
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest continued to buy SpaceX shares, investing more than $20 million as the aerospace company's stock remained under heavy pressure following its recent IPO. The latest purchases highlight Wood’s l…
· Business
- Bitcoin Jumps Above $66K as Trump-Backed Clarity Act Progress Lifts Crypto Market
Bitcoin climbed above $66,000 after reports suggested the long-awaited U.S. Clarity Act moved closer to becoming law, boosting optimism across the cryptocurrency market. The proposed legislation is expected to establi…
· Investing
- XRP Price Eyes $1.35 as Bullish Breakout Signal Emerges Above $1.13
XRP gained more than 4% over the past 24 hours, climbing toward the closely watched $1.13 resistance level as traders looked for confirmation of a potential bullish breakout. The cryptocurrency traded between $1.08 an…
· Investing
- GENIUS Act Deadline Missed as U.S. Stablecoin Rules Remain Unfinished
Federal regulators have missed a major deadline under the GENIUS Act, leaving stablecoin issuers without finalized compliance rules even as the law’s implementation date moves closer. Although the required regulations…
· Regulation
- Grayscale Files Worldcoin ETF With SEC as WLD Price Rises 4%
Grayscale has taken another step in expanding its cryptocurrency investment products by filing a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot Worldcoin ETF. The proposed fun…
· Business
- Vietnam Introduces Crypto Trading Fines Under New Licensing Rules
Vietnam is strengthening oversight of its cryptocurrency sector by introducing new penalties for investors and businesses that operate outside the country's regulated digital asset framework. Under Decree No. 284/2026…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Price Eyes $68K as Bullish Momentum Builds Above Key Support
Bitcoin is showing renewed strength after rebounding from its sharp June correction, with technical indicators suggesting the leading cryptocurrency could continue climbing toward the crucial $68,000 resistance level.…
· Investing
- Ethereum Price Nears Critical $1,936 Resistance as Bulls Target $2,000
Ethereum is approaching a crucial technical level after staging a strong recovery from its sharp June decline, with traders closely watching whether the second-largest cryptocurrency can reclaim the $2,000 mark.
· Investing
- Oil Surges Above $90 as Iran Conflict Fuels Fed Rate Hike Fears and Pressures Bitcoin
Oil prices climbed sharply after the United States carried out its eighth consecutive night of strikes on Iran over the weekend, while Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to unauthorized vessels. The escalatin…
· Investing
- Kraken Fed Master Account Still Inactive Despite Historic Approval
Kraken's Wyoming-chartered bank made history in March by becoming the first crypto-focused institution to receive approval for a Federal Reserve master account. However, months after securing the milestone, the accoun…
· Business
- Strategy STRC Valuation Sparks Debate as Analyst Sees 13% Upside Despite 14% Yield
A 14% yield on Strategy’s STRC preferred shares has attracted investor attention, but veteran credit analyst Michael Oei argues the figure paints a misleading picture of the Bitcoin-linked security’s true value.
· Business
- Coinbase CEO Says Bitcoin Is Digital Gold as Stablecoins Dominate Payments
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $64,523, roughly 45% below its October 2025 all-time high of $126,080, while the stablecoin market continues to expand toward record levels. According to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, t…
· People
- Bitcoin Quantum Freeze Debate Shifts as New Ownership Proof Offers Recovery Hope
A new cryptographic breakthrough is reshaping the debate over Bitcoin’s future in the age of quantum computing by offering a potential way to recover some vulnerable coins without exposing private keys.
· Insights & Views
- Michael Saylor’s ‘Orange Dots’ Post Fuels Speculation Over Strategy’s Next Bitcoin Move
Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has once again sparked speculation across the cryptocurrency market after sharing his signature "Orange Dots" chart on Sunday, July 19, alongside the caption, “What’s Next?” …
· Investing
- XRP Price Nears Key Breakout as Triangle Pattern Tightens Around $1.09
XRP is approaching a critical technical moment as the cryptocurrency continues to trade near $1.09, with price action tightening inside a symmetrical triangle pattern. The narrowing range suggests a significant move c…
· Investing
- Hyperliquid (HYPE) Price Holds Key Support as Bulls Eye Recovery Above $65
Hyperliquid (HYPE) remains one of the strongest large-cap cryptocurrencies despite pulling back from its recent peak near $75. After an impressive rally that lifted the token from below $30 to above $75 over the past …
· Investing
- Solana Price Holds Key Support as Technical Setup Signals Potential Breakout
Solana (SOL) continues to display stronger technical momentum than many leading altcoins despite its recent price pullback, keeping traders focused on the possibility of another upward move. After rebounding sharply f…
· Investing
- GENIUS Act One Year Later: U.S. Stablecoin Rules Still Taking Shape as CLARITY Act Advances
A year after President Donald Trump signed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act into law, U.S. regulators are still developing the detailed framework that will govern stab…
· Regulation
- GENIUS Act Marks One Year as Stablecoin Rules Continue to Take Shape
The GENIUS Act reached its first anniversary on July 18, marking a key milestone for the U.S. cryptocurrency industry after President Donald Trump signed the stablecoin legislation into law in 2025. The law has streng…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin Price Holds Above $64K as ETF Inflows and CLARITY Act Offset U.S.-Iran Risks
Bitcoin price climbed about 1% to trade above $64,000 during Saturday's session, outperforming a largely flat cryptocurrency market as investors weighed rising geopolitical tensions against strong institutional demand…
· Investing
- Elizabeth Warren Urges Trump to Reveal Updated Crypto Earnings Before CLARITY Act Vote
Senator Elizabeth Warren has called on President Donald Trump to release an updated financial disclosure detailing his cryptocurrency earnings as Congress debates the CLARITY Act. In a letter to the president, Warren …
· People
- France Orders ISPs to Block Polymarket in Gambling Crackdown
France has intensified its crackdown on crypto-based prediction markets after the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) ordered internet service providers to block access to Polymarket, classifying the platform as an ille…
· Regulation
- Steakhouse Financial Says Stablecoins Could Replace Bank Accounts for Digital-Native Users
The rapid growth of stablecoins and blockchain-based financial services is fueling predictions that future generations may rely on digital wallets instead of traditional bank accounts. Adrian Cachinero, co-founder of …
· Business
- Bitcoin DOG Mode Rekindles Governance Debate Over Ordinals and Network Censorship
Bitcoin's latest governance debate has shifted focus from changing consensus rules to modifying how transactions are relayed across the network. A new alternative Bitcoin client called DOG Mode, introduced by Bitcoin …
· Technology
- Ripple Secures MiCA License in Europe as XRP Price Stays Under Pressure
Ripple has strengthened its regulatory presence in Europe after Ripple Payments Europe secured a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) license under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. The a…
· Regulation
- Cathie Wood Buys $18.3M in SpaceX Stock as Shares Hit Record Low
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest significantly increased its position in Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: SPCX) on Friday, purchasing approximately $18.3 million worth of shares after the aerospace company's stoc…
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Price Holds Key Support as CLARITY Act Vote Fuels Bullish Outlook
Ethereum (ETH) gained about 1.8% on July 18 as investors reacted to growing optimism that the U.S. Senate could soon vote on the CLARITY Act, a bill that may classify Ethereum as a digital commodity. The proposed legi…
· Investing
- Robinhood Chain Memecoins Plunge as Noxa Shuts Down After $12M Fee Windfall
Robinhood Chain memecoins suffered a major setback after Noxa, the network's leading token launchpad, abruptly halted operations on July 11, 2026. The shutdown came just weeks after the platform generated more than $1…
· Investing
- Robert Kiyosaki Says Gold and Silver Pullback Is a Buying Opportunity
Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, believes the recent correction in gold and silver prices offers investors a chance to accumulate more precious metals rather than panic. While supporters see the pullback …
· People
- Knaken Bankruptcy Leaves 30,000 Crypto Users Waiting as MiCA Rules Take Effect
Dutch cryptocurrency broker Knaken has officially entered bankruptcy, leaving around 30,000 customers uncertain about the fate of their digital assets. Despite its similar name, Knaken has no connection to U.S.-based …
· Insights & Views
- FTX Approves $1.9 Billion Fifth Payout as Creditors Receive Up to 120% of Claims
The FTX Recovery Trust has launched its fifth round of creditor repayments, distributing approximately $1.9 billion to eligible claimants as part of the ongoing bankruptcy process. According to the company, creditors …
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Price Eyes $2,000 as Mini Golden Cross Boosts Bullish Momentum
Ethereum is showing one of its strongest technical signals in months as a mini golden cross begins to form on the daily chart, raising expectations that the second-largest cryptocurrency could be preparing for a broad…
· Investing
- XRP Price Nears Critical Breakout as Wedge Pattern Signals Major Move Ahead
XRP is approaching a pivotal moment as its price trades within a tightening wedge pattern on the daily chart, a technical formation that often signals a significant breakout. Currently hovering around $1.08, the crypt…
· Investing
- Tom Lee Says Ethereum Could Break $5,000 as Wall Street Adoption Accelerates
Ethereum (ETH) is trading near $1,880, roughly 60% below its 2025 high of almost $5,000. Despite the steep decline, Fundstrat co-founder Tom Lee believes the current gap reflects a transition phase rather than a long-…
· Investing
- Blockchain Association Says CLARITY Act Will Strengthen Crypto Crime Enforcement
The Blockchain Association is promoting the CLARITY Act as more than a crypto market structure bill, arguing that it would strengthen law enforcement efforts by establishing clear federal regulations for the digital a…
· Insights & Views
- Morgan Stanley’s E*TRADE Launches Spot Crypto Trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana
Morgan Stanley’s brokerage platform, E*TRADE, has officially completed the nationwide rollout of its spot cryptocurrency trading service, allowing eligible customers to buy, sell, and hold Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin and XRP Price Hold Key Support as Trump’s CLARITY Act Meeting Draws Market Focus
Bitcoin and XRP traded cautiously as investors awaited fresh signals from Washington ahead of discussions on the proposed CLARITY Act, a key crypto market structure bill. The broader cryptocurrency market slipped 1.35…
· Investing
- Stellar (XLM) Price Nears Critical Breakout Zone as $0.20 Resistance Comes Into Focus
Stellar (XLM) is quietly building one of the strongest technical setups among major altcoins as it approaches a decisive resistance zone that could determine its next major price move. Unlike many cryptocurrencies tha…
· Investing
- Ethereum Price Nears $2,000 as Key Resistance Tests Bullish Momentum
Ethereum (ETH) has staged one of its strongest recoveries in recent months, climbing from June lows near $1,500 to almost $1,950. The rally has significantly improved the cryptocurrency’s short-term technical outlook,…
· Investing
- Dogecoin Price Stuck Below Key Resistance as Bears Retain Control
Dogecoin (DOGE) continues to struggle near its recent lows as buyers fail to generate enough momentum for a meaningful recovery. The popular meme cryptocurrency is trading around $0.0737, remaining below all major exp…
· Investing