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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 Price Drops Below $62K as US-Iran Tensions Trigger Crypto Market Selloff
Bitcoin price remained under pressure after renewed geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran sparked a broad risk-off move across global financial markets. BTC fell 3.17% over the past 24 hours to trad…
· Investing
- GENIUS Act Deadline Looms as Circle and Coinbase Stocks Face Pressure
Circle (NYSE: CRCL) and Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) could see heightened volatility as U.S. regulators approach the July 18, 2026, deadline to release implementation guidelines for the GENIUS Act, the landmark stablecoin …
· Regulation
- Chainlink Community Lead Criticizes Ripple’s Kansas Sponsorship, Calls XRP a ‘Bank-Themed Memecoin’
Ripple’s newly announced five-year sports sponsorship with the University of Kansas has generated excitement among XRP supporters, but it has also sparked criticism from members of the broader cryptocurrency community…
· Insights & Views
- OKX Expands Europe Presence With MiFID Approval for Regulated Derivatives
OKX is expanding its European footprint after securing regulatory authorization that enables the cryptocurrency exchange to offer a broader range of financial products under the European Union’s Markets in Financial I…
· Regulation
- SpaceX Bitcoin Transfer Sparks Speculation Over Possible BTC Wallet Reshuffle
SpaceX has reignited speculation across the cryptocurrency market after moving Bitcoin (BTC) on-chain for the first time in six months. Blockchain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence reported that the aerospace com…
· Business
- Ethereum UTXO Proposal Sparks Cardano Copying Claim From Charles Hoskinson
Ethereum Foundation researcher Toni Wahrstätter has proposed a new payment model that could significantly reduce Ethereum’s long-term blockchain state, prompting Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson to accuse the network…
· People
- Crypto IPO Stocks Struggle as Gemini, BitGo, and Bullish Suffer Heavy Losses
Publicly listed crypto companies have struggled to maintain their market value, with most major crypto IPO stocks trading well below their opening prices as the prolonged digital asset market downturn continues to wei…
· Business
- American CryptoFed Meets SEC Over Locke Token Registration and Crypto Rules
American CryptoFed DAO, the first Wyoming-approved regulated decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), has met with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to discuss crypto regulation and the registratio…
· Regulation
- Pi Network Price Hits Record Low as Selling Pressure Mounts, 127M PI Unlocks Loom
Pi Network (PI) extended its sharp decline on Wednesday, falling to a fresh all-time low as bearish sentiment continued to weigh on the cryptocurrency market. The token dropped 10% over the past 24 hours to around $0.…
· Investing
- TronBid Review: Transparent TRON Energy Marketplace Helps Cut USDT TRC-20 Transaction Fees
TRON users who regularly transfer USDT (TRC-20) know that transaction costs can quickly increase when they lack sufficient Energy. Although the TRON blockchain is recognized for its low fees, users without enough Ener…
· Investing
- Michael Gayed Warns Yen Crisis Could Trigger Global Market Shock, Highlights XRP as Liquidity Hedge
Global markets could be approaching a major turning point, with Japan potentially acting as the catalyst, according to portfolio manager and The Lead-Lag Report founder Michael Gayed, CFA. The market strategist has re…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Lawsuit Targeting Satoshi Nakamoto’s BTC Hits Major Setback After Wallet Activity Emerges
A controversial lawsuit seeking ownership of billions of dollars in early-mined Bitcoin, including wallets believed to belong to Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, has suffered a significant setback after blockchain da…
· Regulation
- Bitcoin, Ethereum Drop as Iran Airstrikes Trigger Crypto Market Sell-Off
Crypto markets extended losses on Wednesday as renewed military escalation between the United States and Iran fueled a broad risk-off mood across global financial markets. The CoinDesk 20 Index fell 2.9% since midnigh…
· Investing
- India Maintains Tough Crypto Stance Despite Global Shift Toward Tokenization and Stablecoins
India is maintaining its cautious approach to cryptocurrencies even as governments, central banks, and major financial institutions worldwide increasingly explore tokenization, stablecoins, and digital asset reserves.…
· Regulation
- XRP Ledger v3.2.0 Upgrade Nears Key Milestone as Validator Support Tops 80%
The XRP Ledger’s latest server software upgrade, v3.2.0, is steadily gaining traction, with validator adoption already surpassing the network’s activation threshold even as many public nodes continue running the previ…
· Technology
- Japan’s Weak Yen Drives Corporate Bitcoin and XRP Adoption as SBI Sees Rising Demand
Japan's prolonged yen weakness is encouraging more businesses to add cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP to their corporate balance sheets as companies look for alternatives to holding cash.
· Investing
- Ctrl Wallet to Shut Down on August 3, 2026: Users Urged to Secure Crypto Assets
Ctrl Wallet has confirmed it will permanently shut down on August 3, 2026, ending support for transfers, token swaps, and all in-app activity. The crypto wallet provider announced the decision on July 7 and removed th…
· Business
- Judge Analisa Torres Rules Against Kalshi in New York Gambling Case
Federal Judge Analisa Torres, widely recognized for overseeing the SEC v. Ripple lawsuit, has ruled against prediction market platform Kalshi in a closely watched legal battle involving New York gambling laws. The dec…
· Regulation
- AngelList Ends Ripple Rail Partnership, Suspends Crypto Payment Support
AngelList has announced that it will end its partnership with Rail, the stablecoin payment platform operated by Ripple, with the agreement officially concluding on July 31. The move also means crypto payment options o…
· Business
- Bitcoin Falls as US-Iran Conflict Boosts Dollar, Weighs on Crypto Market
Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market traded lower on Tuesday as escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran strengthened the U.S. dollar and reduced investor appetite for risk assets.
· Investing
- Sberbank to Launch Crypto Wallet and Digital Asset Custody Services by December
Russia’s largest lender, Sberbank, is preparing to launch a cryptocurrency wallet and digital asset custody service by December, marking a major step toward integrating digital assets into the country’s regulated fina…
· Business
- Strategy Sells 3,588 Bitcoin, Raises $216M as BTC Treasury Strategy Evolves
Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has confirmed it sold 3,588 Bitcoin over the past week, a much larger transaction than earlier speculation surrounding a rumored 491 BTC transfer. The sale has renewed discus…
· Investing
- Germany Weighs Ending One-Year Crypto Tax Exemption in 2027 Budget Plan
Germany is considering a major overhaul of its cryptocurrency tax rules as part of its 2027 federal budget, a move that could eliminate the long-standing tax exemption for crypto assets held for more than one year.
· Regulation
- Circle Stock Climbs as USDC Hits $1.2 Trillion in June Trading Volume
Circle (NYSE: CRCL) stock is gaining momentum after its USDC stablecoin recorded a massive $1.21 trillion in adjusted trading volume during June 2026, reinforcing its leadership in the stablecoin market. Circle shares…
· Investing
- Cardano Price Prediction: Can Leios Upgrade Help ADA Challenge XRP After 4% Drop?
Cardano (ADA) slipped 4% on July 6, trading around $0.18 and emerging as the weakest performer among the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. The decline comes as long liquidations and falling open intere…
· Investing
- XRP Price Prediction: Traders See Potential Rally to $1.30 as Bullish Momentum Builds
XRP is showing renewed strength after weeks of volatile trading, with market participants increasingly optimistic that the cryptocurrency could extend its gains before the end of July. Despite consolidating around the…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Rebounds Above $62K as Crypto Market Stabilizes, Altcoins Show Mixed Performance
Bitcoin (BTC) climbed to around $62,800 on Monday, recovering strongly after falling below $58,000 on July 1, its lowest level since September 2024. The rebound eased fears of a deeper correction toward the $50,000 ma…
· Investing
- Vitalik Buterin Unveils Lean Ethereum Roadmap Focused on Quantum Security and Scalability
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has shared new insights into Lean Ethereum, a long-term roadmap designed to rebuild nearly every major component of the Ethereum blockchain over the next three to four years. Follow…
· Technology
- Coinbase AI Alert Mistakenly Predicts Norway’s World Cup Win Before Kickoff
Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) mistakenly sent users a “breaking news” notification announcing that Norway had defeated Brazil 3-2 in a FIFA World Cup knockout match before the game had even begun, sparking confusion and cri…
· Business
- Ripple Secures Full MiCA License to Expand Crypto Services Across Europe
Ripple has secured full Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) authorization in Luxembourg under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, allowing the blockchain payments company to expand its reg…
· Regulation
- Coinbase Faces Backlash After AI Falsely Reports Norway Defeated Brazil in World Cup
Coinbase is facing widespread criticism after an AI-generated notification on its prediction markets platform falsely reported that Norway defeated Brazil 3-2 in a FIFA World Cup match before the game had even begun. …
· Business
- Bitcoin Options Turn Bullish Ahead of July 8 FOMC Minutes as Traders Eye $63K Breakout
Bitcoin (BTC) options traders are showing growing optimism ahead of the July 8 options expiry, with call contracts significantly outnumbering puts as investors position for potential upside. The options expiry coincid…
· Investing
- Peter Brandt Sees Gold Outperforming Bitcoin as XAU/BTC Ratio Breaks Out
Veteran trader Peter Brandt believes gold could outperform Bitcoin after identifying a bullish breakout in the XAU/BTC ratio, reigniting the long-running debate over which asset is the stronger store of value. The rat…
· People
- Binance Outflows Hit Three-Year High as MiCA Deadline and Ethereum Withdrawals Spark Speculation
Binance recorded its largest weekly crypto outflows in nearly three years as investors withdrew billions of dollars in digital assets ahead of the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) deadline. The surge i…
· Business
- XRP and Bitcoin Price Outlook Improves as CLARITY Act Progress and ETF Inflows Boost Crypto Sentiment
Bitcoin and XRP extended their gains this week as investors returned to major cryptocurrencies amid improving market sentiment. Bitcoin climbed above $62,000 and briefly traded past $63,000, marking its highest level …
· Insights & Views
- COIN vs CRCL: Which Crypto Stock Offers Better Growth Potential in 2026?
Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) and Circle (NYSE: CRCL) remain two of the most closely watched crypto stocks as investors weigh different ways to gain exposure to the digital asset market. While Coinbase offers broad exposure…
· Business
- Cardano (ADA) Surges Past Stellar (XLM) as Wallet Growth Fuels Price Rally
Cardano (ADA) has regained momentum in the cryptocurrency market, overtaking Stellar (XLM) to reclaim the 13th position by market capitalization after a strong weekly rally. The recovery comes just days after Stellar …
· Investing
- TRUMP Meme Coin Leaves Nearly 1 Million Investors Facing $3.81 Billion in Losses
The Official Trump (TRUMP) meme coin has left nearly one million investors with a combined $3.81 billion in unrealized losses, according to blockchain analytics firm Nansen. The token is currently trading about 98% be…
· Business
- Strategy CEO Phong Le’s $1M STRC Investment Returns to Break-Even as He Backs Bitcoin
Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) CEO Phong Le has reaffirmed his confidence in Bitcoin (BTC), calling it the “United States of money,” while his nearly $1 million investment in the company’s STRC preferred stock has …
· People
- IREN Awards Co-CEOs $700M Stock Package as Bitcoin Miner Expands AI Strategy
IREN has approved a long-term equity compensation package worth approximately $700 million for its co-founders and co-CEOs, Daniel and William Roberts, as the Bitcoin mining company continues its transition toward AI …
· Business