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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
- Sui Launches Confidential Transfers Beta, Bringing Compliance-Focused Privacy to Blockchain
Sui (SUI) has introduced its new Confidential Transfers feature in public beta on Devnet, marking a significant step toward privacy-focused blockchain transactions designed for institutional adoption. Announced on Jun…
· Insights & Views
- Arthur Hayes Denies Buying HYPE After Wallet Linked to Him Withdraws $2.09 Million in Tokens
Arthur Hayes has denied purchasing Hyperliquid (HYPE) tokens after blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain reported that a wallet allegedly connected to the BitMEX co-founder withdrew 33,978 HYPE, worth approximatel…
· People
- JPMorgan Warns Crypto Sentiment May Turn Cautious in H2 2026
JPMorgan analysts believe the cryptocurrency market could face a more conservative outlook during the second half of 2026, with investor sentiment largely dependent on two key developments: Strategy’s approach to mana…
· Investing
- Ethereum Price Rebounds Above $1,600 as Analysts Eye Potential Move Toward $2,000
Ethereum (ETH) regained momentum on Monday, climbing above the $1,600 level as analysts pointed to renewed market resilience and easing selling pressure. The Ethereum price increased by 1.3% over the past 24 hours to …
· Investing
- XRP Active Accounts Plunge 61%, but XRP Ledger Activity May Be Returning to Normal
The XRP Ledger recently recorded a sharp decline in active accounts, with daily active addresses falling from nearly 20,000 to approximately 7,800. At first glance, the drop of more than 61% appears alarming and could…
· Investing
- Dogecoin Price Compression Signals Potential Breakout Ahead of SpaceX IPO
Dogecoin (DOGE) is showing signs of a major price move as its weekly trading range narrows to levels not seen since late 2023. The meme cryptocurrency is currently experiencing one of its tightest Bollinger Band compr…
· Investing
- Zcash Price Rebounds 45% as Ironwood Upgrade Aims to Resolve Counterfeiting Bug
Zcash (ZEC) has staged a strong recovery after suffering a sharp decline last week, with the privacy-focused cryptocurrency climbing approximately 45% from its recent low near $300. As of Monday, ZEC was trading aroun…
· Investing
- CME Launches Bitcoin Volatility Futures, Expanding Crypto Risk Management Tools
CME Group has officially launched Bitcoin Volatility Index (BVX) futures, introducing a new regulated trading instrument that allows investors to trade and hedge Bitcoin volatility directly rather than speculate on pr…
· Business
- Bybit Launches Tokenized SpaceX IPO Access Through New IPO Express Platform
Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has entered the growing tokenization sector with the launch of Bybit IPO Express, a new service designed to provide retail investors with ac…
· Business
- Strategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings to 845,256 BTC, Boosts Cash Reserves to $1 Billion
Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has expanded its cryptocurrency portfolio with the purchase of 1,550 BTC valued at approximately $101 million, according to an announcement from Execut…
· Business
- Bitmine Boosts Ethereum Holdings With Largest ETH Purchase of 2026 Amid Crypto Market Sell-Off
Bitmine (NYSE: BMNR), the largest Ethereum treasury company, significantly increased its Ether (ETH) accumulation last week, recording its biggest weekly ETH purchase of 2026 despite a sharp downturn in the cryptocurr…
· Investing
- MetaMask Launches AI Agent Wallet for Secure Self-Custodial DeFi Trading
MetaMask has introduced a new self-custodial crypto wallet designed specifically for AI agents, enabling autonomous software to participate in decentralized finance (DeFi) activities while allowing users to maintain c…
· Technology
- XRP Price Rebounds From $1.09 Low, but Downtrend Remains Intact as Buyers Defend Key Support
XRP staged a modest recovery after suffering one of its steepest declines of 2026, but the latest rebound appears to signal stabilization rather than the beginning of a sustained bullish trend. After dropping to aroun…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Short Sellers Lose $504 Million as BTC Rebounds Above $63K
Bitcoin's sharp recovery from last week's decline triggered a massive short squeeze, resulting in significant losses for traders who had bet on further downside. According to data from CoinGlass, cryptocurrency short …
· Investing
- Solana Co-Founder Anatoly Yakovenko Pushes Back Against Bernie Sanders’ AI Job Loss Warning
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has publicly challenged Senator Bernie Sanders’ warning that artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics could eliminate millions of American jobs. The debate highlights growing tensi…
· Investing
- New York Judge Pauses $235 Billion Dormant Bitcoin Wallet Lawsuit
A New York judge has temporarily halted a controversial lawsuit seeking ownership of thousands of dormant Bitcoin wallets containing an estimated 3.8 million BTC, currently valued at approximately $235 billion. The de…
· Regulation
- CLARITY Act Approval Odds Slip as Senate Focus Shifts Toward AI Policy
The approval odds for the CLARITY Act in 2026 have declined this week as attention in Washington increasingly shifts toward artificial intelligence policy. Prediction markets are reflecting growing uncertainty over th…
· Regulation
- Peter Schiff Calls Bitcoin Investors a ‘Cult’ After Poll Shows Unwavering Confidence
Peter Schiff, a well-known gold advocate and financial commentator, has once again criticized the cryptocurrency community, labeling Bitcoin investors a “cult” following the results of a recent social media poll. The …
· People
- Strategy Signals Potential New Bitcoin Purchase After Surprise BTC Sale
Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, may be preparing for another cryptocurrency acquisition following last week's unexpected Bitcoin sale. Executive Chairman Michael Saylor sparked specul…
· Business
- Bitcoin Faces Critical 2026 Test as 10X Research and Bitwise Debate BTC’s Biggest Risk
Bitcoin (BTC) is approaching a pivotal moment in 2026 as analysts from 10X Research and Bitwise offer contrasting views on the cryptocurrency’s biggest challenge. While 10X Research warns that upcoming economic events…
· Investing
- New York Court Schedules July Hearing in $226 Billion Bitcoin Wallet Ownership Lawsuit
A New York court has scheduled a July hearing in a high-profile Bitcoin lawsuit seeking ownership rights over thousands of dormant BTC wallets, including some addresses allegedly connected to Bitcoin creator Satoshi N…
· Regulation
- David Schwartz Discusses XRP Escrow Depletion Timeline and Impact on XRP Ledger
Ripple Chief Technology Officer Emeritus David Schwartz has addressed increasing speculation within the XRP community about when Ripple’s massive XRP escrow reserves could eventually be exhausted. The discussion emerg…
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Whale Buys $55.8M in ETH as Oversold Conditions Spark Recovery Hopes
A prominent Ethereum whale has re-entered the market with a massive $55.8 million purchase, drawing attention from investors as Ethereum (ETH) continues to trade near multi-month lows. The move has fueled speculation …
· Investing
- XRP Ledger Daily Active Users Surge Past 200,000 as Network Activity Rebounds in 2026
The XRP Ledger has recorded a major milestone, with daily active users surpassing 200,000 for the first time since March 2026. According to recent on-chain data, the network registered approximately 215,399 active add…
· Investing
- Joe Lubin Defends Ethereum Foundation Reforms as Network Enters New Growth Phase
Ethereum co-founder and Consensys CEO Joe Lubin has defended the Ethereum Foundation’s recent budget cuts, leadership changes, and staff restructuring, arguing that the moves represent a necessary evolution rather tha…
· Technology
- AI Auditor Targets Monero After Uncovering Critical Zcash Bug
Security researcher Taylor Hornby plans to add Monero (XMR) to his cryptocurrency audit queue after successfully using Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.8 AI model to uncover a critical vulnerability in Zcash (ZEC). The disco…
· People
- Michael Saylor Reaffirms Bitcoin Bet as Strategy CEO Sells $11.1 Million in MSTR Stock
Michael Saylor once again reinforced his bullish outlook on Bitcoin, but a recent stock sale by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) CEO Phong Le has sparked discussion across the crypto market. While Saylor publicly emp…
· Business
- Cathie Wood Says Strong Jobs Data May Not Trigger Fed Rate Hikes in 2026
ARK Invest founder Cathie Wood has moved to calm investor concerns about potential Federal Reserve interest rate hikes following a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report. While many market participants viewed the lat…
· People
- Dogecoin Price Outlook: DOGE Slides Ahead of SpaceX IPO
Dogecoin (DOGE) continued its downward trend this week, falling 18% between June 1 and June 6 to trade around $0.082. The decline comes despite growing attention around SpaceX’s highly anticipated IPO scheduled for Ju…
· Investing
- Crypto Market Loses $390 Billion as Bitcoin and Ethereum Post Biggest Weekly Drops Since FTX Collapse
The cryptocurrency market suffered one of its most difficult weeks in years as a broad selloff erased nearly $390 billion from the digital asset sector. Bitcoin (BTC) plunged 17.3% over the week, while Ethereum (ETH) …
· Investing
- Meta’s Stablecoin Payouts Highlight the Next Payments Challenge
Meta’s decision to introduce USDC creator payouts in the Philippines and Colombia marked another major step toward mainstream stablecoin adoption. With plans to expand the service to more than 160 countries, the move …
· Business
- Winklevoss Twins Back Formal Verification as Zcash Eyes Recovery After Counterfeiting Bug Scare
Zcash (ZEC) has received public support from Gemini co-founders Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss following concerns surrounding a recently patched counterfeiting bug. Their comments come at a critical time as ZEC faces ma…
· Business
- Morgan Stanley and Galaxy Digital Launch Crypto-to-ETF Referral Program for Wealth Clients
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management has entered into a new referral agreement with Galaxy Digital, creating a streamlined pathway for eligible investors to convert cryptocurrency holdings into regulated crypto exchange-t…
· Business
- Cardano Crisis Raises New Questions for XRP and Ethereum in 2026
Cardano is facing one of its most serious challenges in 2026, sparking broader concerns about blockchain governance, ecosystem sustainability, and the long-term resilience of major cryptocurrencies. The crisis intensi…
· Investing
- Pump.fun GO Sparks Controversy as Crypto Bounty Marketplace Launches
Pump.fun GO, a new crypto-powered bounty marketplace launched on June 4, has quickly attracted attention and controversy. The platform allows users to create and fund bounties with cryptocurrency, offering rewards for…
· Business
- Cathie Wood Says the Biggest IPO Gains Now Happen Before Companies Go Public
Cathie Wood believes investors are increasingly missing the most valuable stage of company growth because many high-profile firms are staying private much longer before launching an initial public offering (IPO). Acco…
· Business
- Michael Saylor Rejects Jim Cramer’s Blame as Bitcoin Falls to $59K
Bitcoin advocate and Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has pushed back against claims that he is responsible for Bitcoin’s latest price decline. His response came after CNBC host Jim Cramer suggested that Say…
· People
- XRP Breakdown Signals Deeper Correction as Key Support Levels Come Into Focus
XRP’s recent price collapse has dramatically changed its technical outlook, raising concerns about a deeper correction in the weeks ahead. After spending months consolidating above the crucial $1.30 support level, XRP…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Crash Deepens as BTC Risks Slide Toward $50K
Bitcoin has entered a decisive bearish phase after what initially appeared to be a controlled market correction evolved into a much deeper sell-off. The latest Bitcoin price crash pushed BTC close to the $60,000 level…
· Investing
- Zcash (ZEC) Price Crash Sparks Oversold Debate as Investors Eye Recovery
Zcash (ZEC) has experienced one of its sharpest price corrections in recent years, plunging from above $600 to nearly $300 within days. The dramatic decline followed growing concerns surrounding the recently disclosed…
· Investing