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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
- 21Shares Launches Spot Hyperliquid ETF THYP on Nasdaq With Staking Rewards
21Shares is set to launch its spot Hyperliquid ETF, trading under the ticker THYP, on Nasdaq on May 12, offering investors regulated exposure to Hyperliquid’s native HYPE token through traditional brokerage accounts. …
· Business
- DeepSeek R1 Hallucination Risk Raises Concerns for Crypto AI Agent Tokens
DeepSeek-R1, the flagship reasoning model developed by Chinese AI lab DeepSeek, is facing scrutiny after new benchmark data revealed a significantly higher hallucination rate than its predecessor. According to Vectara…
· Business
- Robert Kiyosaki Predicts 2026 Economic Crash, Says Bitcoin and Silver Could Surge
Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again warned that the global economy could face a major crash in 2026. The veteran investor believes the financial system is becoming increasingly unstable due to…
· People
- Ethereum Foundation Unstakes $50M in ETH, Market Remains Stable
The Ethereum Foundation sparked fresh discussions across the crypto market after unstaking more than $49 million worth of Ethereum (ETH) on May 11. Blockchain data from Arkham Intelligence revealed that the organizati…
· Investing
- Strategy STRC Stock Hits $100 Par Value, Expands Bitcoin Buying Power
Strategy’s perpetual preferred stock STRC has returned to its $100 par value, giving the company more room to raise capital for additional Bitcoin acquisitions. The latest development highlights Strategy’s ongoing com…
· Business
- David Schwartz Joins XRP Ledger Foundation Honorary Board
The XRP Ledger Foundation has officially welcomed David Schwartz, one of the original architects of the XRP Ledger, as an Honorary Board Member. The announcement was made through the foundation’s official X account, h…
· People
- Capital B Raises €15.2M to Expand Bitcoin Treasury Holdings
French Bitcoin treasury company Capital B has secured €15.2 million ($17.8 million) through a private placement aimed at increasing its Bitcoin reserves. The fundraising round attracted notable investors, including Ne…
· Business
- Ethereum Faces Critical Resistance as ETH Price Risks Drop Toward $2,000
Ethereum is once again under pressure as the cryptocurrency struggles to break above a major technical resistance zone. Despite several recovery attempts over recent weeks, ETH remains trapped below its 100-day Expone…
· Investing
- Toncoin Price Rally Faces Correction Risk as Telegram Expands TON Ecosystem
Toncoin (TON) has become one of the hottest cryptocurrencies on the market after an explosive price rally fueled by major developments involving Telegram and the TON ecosystem. The digital asset surged from the $1.30-…
· Investing
- Ethereum Whale Moves $1.35B ETH to Binance as Exchange Reserves Surge
A major Ethereum whale has triggered fresh market concerns after transferring nearly $1.35 billion worth of ETH to Binance within just four days. Blockchain tracking platform Lookonchain revealed that crypto investor …
· Investing
- XRP Breakout Above $1.45 Signals Strong Bullish Momentum
XRP finally broke through the crucial $1.45 resistance zone after weeks of failed attempts, triggering a sharp rally fueled by heavy trading volume. The breakout came quickly, suggesting that larger market participant…
· Investing
- Dormant Bitcoin Whale Moves $40 Billion in BTC After 10 Years of Inactivity
A long-dormant Bitcoin whale has suddenly reawakened, transferring nearly $40 billion worth of BTC on Sunday after more than a decade of inactivity. The massive transaction has sparked fresh speculation across the cry…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Price Prediction 2026: BTC Eyes $83.4K as Inflation Data and Fed Uncertainty Loom
Bitcoin (BTC) surged past the $81,000 level over the weekend, fueling optimism across the crypto market as traders closely monitor key U.S. economic data and rising geopolitical tensions. Analysts now point to $83,400…
· Investing
- SUI Price Surges 31% as SWEAT and ZANO Join CoinGecko Trending List
Sui (SUI) recorded a sharp 31% price jump over the weekend, pushing the Layer 1 blockchain token back into the spotlight and onto CoinGecko’s trending cryptocurrencies list. The rally placed SUI alongside Sweat Econom…
· Investing
- Prediction Market ETFs Could Launch Soon as SEC Signals Openness
Prediction market ETFs may soon enter the U.S. market as optimism grows around the Securities and Exchange Commission’s evolving stance on innovative exchange-traded fund products. The renewed excitement followed rece…
· Insights & Views
- Michael Saylor Signals Strategy’s Return to Bitcoin Buying Spree
Michael Saylor has hinted that Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, may soon resume its aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy after briefly pausing purchases. The Bitcoin treasury company could announce a fres…
· People
- Toncoin Faces Possible Correction After Explosive Rally
Toncoin (TON) has staged one of the strongest short-term recoveries in the cryptocurrency market over the last several weeks, but technical indicators now suggest the digital asset could be entering a correction phase…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Faces Resistance at $80K as Weak Trading Volume Raises Breakout Concerns
Bitcoin is once again testing the crucial $80,000 resistance zone, but the latest breakout attempt is showing signs of weakness due to declining trading volume. While Bitcoin’s recent price structure remains technical…
· Investing
- Hyperliquid (HYPE) Rally to $50 Loses Momentum as Market Enters Consolidation
Hyperliquid (HYPE) continues to show stronger market structure compared to many altcoins, but its latest attempt to push toward the $50 level has clearly weakened. After recovering sharply from its early 2025 lows, HY…
· Investing
- XRP Price Eyes Breakout as Bearish Funding Rates Hint at Potential Reversal
XRP has gained 5.7% over the past month, lagging behind most major large-cap cryptocurrencies except stablecoins. While assets like Zcash (ZEC), Toncoin (TON), Ondo (ONDO), and Internet Computer (ICP) posted stronger …
· Investing
- Strategy CEO Says Bitcoin Sales Possible Under Strict Conditions
Strategy CEO Phong Le confirmed that the company could sell part of its Bitcoin holdings under limited and carefully calculated circumstances, signaling a shift from Michael Saylor’s long-standing “never sell Bitcoin”…
· People
- Tom Lee Predicts Ethereum Could Reach $12,000 by Year-End
Bitmine chairman Tom Lee has once again shared a bullish outlook for Ethereum (ETH), predicting the cryptocurrency could surge to between $9,000 and $12,000 before the end of the year. Speaking at Consensus Miami, Lee…
· People
- Strategy STRC Reaches $100 Par Value, Fueling Expectations for More Bitcoin Purchases
Strategy’s perpetual preferred stock, STRC, returned to its $100 par value during Friday’s trading session, potentially opening the door for the company to raise additional capital for future Bitcoin purchases. The re…
· Business
- Ethereum Price Struggles Below Key Resistance as Bearish Pressure Builds
Ethereum (ETH) is once again showing signs of weakness after failing to break above a major resistance zone. The latest rejection near the descending trendline on the daily chart has raised concerns among traders who …
· Investing
- Bitcoin Price Rally Faces Resistance Near $82K as Bullish Momentum Weakens
Bitcoin’s recent recovery rally is beginning to lose strength as BTC struggles to break above a critical resistance level near $82,000. After rebounding strongly from March lows, Bitcoin managed to reclaim both the 50…
· Investing
- Toncoin Leads Crypto Market With Explosive Breakout Momentum
Toncoin (TON) has emerged as one of the strongest-performing large-cap cryptocurrencies after delivering a powerful breakout supported by heavy trading volume and renewed market confidence. While major digital assets …
· Investing
- XRP Price Struggles Continue as Bearish Momentum Dominates Market
XRP remains one of the weakest-performing large-cap altcoins in the crypto market, with technical indicators continuing to signal bearish pressure. The digital asset has repeatedly tested the crucial support zone near…
· Investing
- Pentagon UFO File Release Sparks Rally in Solana Meme Coins
UFO-themed Solana meme coins surged after the Pentagon published its first declassified UAP documents on Friday, igniting speculation across the crypto market. Several meme tokens tied to alien and UFO narratives post…
· Investing
- Telegram Takes Control of TON as Toncoin Surges Over 100%
Telegram has officially taken a dominant role in The Open Network (TON), replacing the TON Foundation as the blockchain’s primary driving force. Telegram founder Pavel Durov confirmed that the messaging giant will bec…
· Business
- Ethereum Whale and ETF Giants Move $260M in ETH to Exchanges Amid ETF Outflows
Ethereum markets faced renewed pressure after major holders and institutional issuers transferred more than 113,000 ETH, worth nearly $260 million, to exchange-linked platforms within hours. The large-scale Ethereum t…
· Investing
- Warren Pressures Meta Over Stablecoin Payment Plans
Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised fresh concerns over Meta’s reported plans to expand stablecoin payment integration across its platforms, warning that the move could create serious risks for financial stability, ma…
· Regulation
- CRCL Stock Prediction: Circle Internet Group Eyes Strong Rally Ahead of Earnings
Circle Internet Group (CRCL) traded near $112 on Friday, slipping 1.25% as investors prepared for the company’s highly anticipated earnings report scheduled before Monday’s market open. Despite the minor decline, mark…
· Business
- UBS Expands Bitcoin Bet With $1.12 Billion MicroStrategy Stake
UBS Group, Switzerland’s largest bank with $6.6 trillion in assets, is rapidly increasing its exposure to the digital asset market through a major investment in MicroStrategy (MSTR), widely considered a corporate prox…
· Business
- Bitcoin Holds Above $80K as Altcoins and Crypto Stocks Rally on Strong Market Momentum
Bitcoin’s steady hold above the $80,000 level helped fuel another wave of bullish momentum across the cryptocurrency market on Friday, as investors increased exposure to altcoins and blockchain-related equities. The b…
· Investing
- EasyA Consensus Miami 2026 Hackathon Showcases AI Agents as Crypto’s Next Big Startup Wave
At the EasyA Hackathon during Consensus Miami 2026, nearly 1,000 developers gathered to compete in what increasingly resembled a launchpad for the next generation of blockchain and AI startups rather than a traditiona…
· Technology
- SEC Weighs Crypto Rule Changes for Onchain Markets and AI Finance
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is exploring possible regulatory changes for blockchain-based financial systems and AI-powered financial applications as crypto firms continue moving trading and settl…
· Regulation
- Kraken Seeks OCC Trust Charter to Expand Crypto Custody Services
Payward, the parent company of crypto exchange Kraken, has officially applied for a national trust company charter with the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), signaling a major step in its strategy …
· Regulation
- ECB’s Lagarde Rejects Euro Stablecoins Push, Backs Digital Euro Instead
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde has pushed back against the growing calls for privately issued euro-pegged stablecoins, arguing that Europe should prioritize a central bank-backed digital infra…
· Investing
- Stablecoins and AI Payments Set to Drive Massive Growth in 2026
Stablecoins are rapidly becoming one of the most important sectors in digital finance, with major corporations and AI-powered payment systems expected to fuel the next wave of adoption. Speaking at Consensus 2026 in M…
· Business
- Hybrid Blockchain Compliance Balances Privacy and Regulation in Crypto
Public blockchains offer unmatched transparency, making crypto transactions easier to trace, audit, and monitor. However, this openness often raises concerns about user privacy. Industry leaders at CoinDesk’s Consensu…
· Technology