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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 Governance Clash Deepens Over BIP-110 and Blockchain Data Limits
Bitcoin’s latest governance dispute intensified this week after mining pool Ocean produced the first block signaling support for BIP-110, a proposed temporary soft fork aimed at restricting arbitrary data on the Bitco…
· Technology
- Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Record $9B in Outflows as Crypto Market Slump Deepens
U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have posted record-breaking outflows over the past four months, reinforcing signs of a prolonged crypto market downturn. According to data from SoSoValue…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Falls to $66.7K as U.S.-Iran Tensions Shake Crypto and Global Markets
Bitcoin price slipped to $66,702 in early Monday trading, down 1.1% over the past 24 hours, as global financial markets reopened and began reacting to escalating U.S.-Iran tensions. Over the weekend, crypto markets tr…
· Investing
- Hyperliquid’s HYPE Token Surges as DEX Activity and Token Burns Offset Unlock Concerns
Hyperliquid’s native HYPE token outperformed Bitcoin (BTC) and the broader crypto market over the weekend as traders flocked to the decentralized exchange (DEX) to place bullish bets on TradFi-linked futures amid risi…
· Investing
- X Lifts Crypto Ad Ban, Allowing Paid Promotions with Mandatory Disclosure
In a major policy reversal, X (formerly Twitter) has removed cryptocurrency and gambling from its prohibited industries list for paid promotions, reopening the platform to crypto advertising and influencer marketing. …
· Business
- UAE Shuts ADX and DFM After Iran Strikes Disrupt Strait of Hormuz Oil Flows
The United Arab Emirates temporarily closed its two main stock exchanges, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), on March 2–3 after Iran launched strikes targeting major ports an…
· Regulation
- Polymarket Hits $478M Daily Volume as Geopolitical Tensions Shake Prediction Markets
Polymarket recorded a historic $478 million in single-day notional trading volume as geopolitical tensions surged following coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. The spike marks an all-time high for the blockc…
· Insights & Views
- US Lawmakers Urge Probe Into Binance Over Alleged $1.7B Iran-Linked Transfers
A group of 11 US lawmakers has called on federal regulators to investigate Binance over allegations that roughly $1.7 billion in crypto transactions were linked to Iran-connected entities. The request, led by Senators…
· Business
- Crypto Market Rebounds as Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and ADA Surge Amid ETF Inflows
The crypto market staged a strong recovery over the past 24 hours, with Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, and Cardano (ADA) posting notable price gains. The broader rally pushed total crypto market capitalization up…
· Investing
- Gold Price Surges Above $5,200 as Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Safe-Haven Demand
Gold prices remained firmly above the $5,200 level over the past 24 hours, extending their strong upward momentum as geopolitical tensions intensified. On February 27, gold bullion traded at $5,247.90, marking a 1.03%…
· Investing
- Elon Musk Suggests Anthropic Has “FTX Energy” Amid AI Rivalry
Elon Musk has sparked fresh controversy after endorsing a theory that compares leading AI company Anthropic to the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The Tesla and xAI founder agreed with claims circulating on X t…
· People
- Institutional Investors Reignite Interest in Digital Assets as Crypto Sentiment Stabilizes
Sentiment around digital assets is rebounding among some of the world’s largest institutional investors, according to Ron Biscardi, CEO of iConnections, a global capital introduction platform representing more than $5…
· Business
- Strategy Raises STRC Preferred Dividend to 11.5% as Bitcoin and MSTR Slide
Leading bitcoin treasury company Strategy has increased the dividend on its STRC (“Stretch”) preferred stock, reinforcing its commitment to income-focused investors despite ongoing volatility in the crypto market. The…
· Business
- OCC Stablecoin Rule Under GENIUS Act Sparks Debate Over Crypto Yield Restrictions
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has released a 376-page notice of proposed rulemaking to implement oversight of stablecoins under the newly enacted GENIUS Act. While much of the proposal outlines s…
· Regulation
- Chris Murphy Proposes Ban on Prediction Markets, Sparking Industry Backlash
U.S. Senator Chris Murphy has announced plans to introduce legislation that would ban prediction markets, calling them “corrupt and destabilizing” platforms that enable insider trading and profit from global crises. I…
· Regulation
- US-Iran War Escalates Across Gulf as Bitcoin and Crypto Markets Turn Volatile
The US-Iran war has intensified dramatically following joint airstrikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian targets, triggering widespread retaliation across the Gulf region. Explosions were reported in Tehran …
· Investing
- XRP Price Drops to $1.27 Amid US-Iran Conflict, Analysts Eye Potential Rebound
XRP price faced sharp selling pressure after President Donald Trump confirmed major US combat operations against Iran, following reports of US and Israeli missile strikes. Rising geopolitical tensions sparked a broad …
· Investing
- Bitcoin’s Future in an AI-Driven Economy Hinges on Central Banks and Interest Rates
Bitcoin’s future in an artificial intelligence-driven world may depend less on technological upgrades and more on central bank policy, interest rates, and global liquidity. According to Greg Cipolaro, global head of r…
· Insights & Views
- Crypto Market Awaits U.S. Clarity Act as Key Catalyst for Bitcoin and Ethereum Rally
Crypto markets continue to trade sideways as investors search for a meaningful catalyst to reignite momentum. Bitcoin remains range-bound in the mid-$60,000 level, while Ethereum hovers near $2,000. Trading volumes ac…
· Regulation
- Iran’s Bitcoin Mining and Stablecoin Surge Gains Momentum Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions
Fresh U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have renewed focus on a parallel financial system Tehran has built around bitcoin mining and stablecoins to bypass sanctions and reduce reliance on the dollar. As Iran’s traditio…
· Investing
- Stablecoin Payments Surge as Meta, Stripe and Global Firms Embrace Tokenized Fiat
While Bitcoin (BTC) and the broader crypto market remain subdued after retreating from October highs, stablecoins are rapidly becoming the focal point of digital asset innovation. Companies worldwide are accelerating …
· Business
- Bitcoin Drops to $65,200 as Trump’s Cuba Remarks and Israel Tensions Shake Crypto Markets
Bitcoin price fell sharply on February 27, sliding to around $65,200 after several attempts to recover toward the key $70,000 resistance level. The sudden pullback came as geopolitical tensions escalated, rattling glo…
· Investing
- Morgan Stanley Applies for OCC Approval to Launch Crypto-Focused National Trust Bank
Morgan Stanley has officially filed an application with the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish a crypto-focused national trust bank, signaling a major step in institutional adoption of d…
· Business
- OCC Expands National Trust Bank Powers, Boosting Ripple and Crypto Firms’ Access to U.S. Financial System
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has finalized a key rule change that expands the services national trust banks can offer, delivering a significant win for Ripple and other crypto companies pur…
· Regulation
- Ethereum Breaks Above 100 EMA: Is ETH Gearing Up for a Momentum Shift?
Ethereum (ETH) is showing early signs of a short-term momentum shift after climbing above the 100-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), a key technical indicator closely watched by crypto traders. For months, ETH had …
· Investing
- Solana vs Ethereum: Anatoly Yakovenko Sparks New Decentralization Debate
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has once again ignited a heated debate over blockchain decentralization, claiming that Solana may now be more decentralized than Ethereum—and possibly even Bitcoin. In a recent soci…
· People
- Senate Democrats Urge Treasury and DOJ to Investigate Binance Over Sanctions and Terrorism Financing Concerns
U.S. Senate Democrats are intensifying scrutiny of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, urging the Treasury Department and Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate the company’s sanctions compliance and anti-money laund…
· Regulation
- Citigroup to Launch Institutional Bitcoin Custody, Expanding Digital Asset Integration
Citigroup (NYSE: C) is preparing to launch institutional bitcoin custody services later this year, marking a significant step in the bank’s broader strategy to integrate digital assets into its traditional financial i…
· Business
- Bitcoin Price Falls Below $66K as Rising Inflation and Geopolitical Risks Shake Crypto Markets
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $66,000 during early U.S. trading on Friday as mounting macroeconomic pressures and geopolitical tensions pushed investors away from risk assets. The leading cryptocurrency erased most of W…
· Investing
- NPS Expands Strategy (MSTR) Holdings as Bitcoin Slumps, Crypto Stocks Slide 44%
South Korea’s National Pension Service (NPS), the world’s third-largest public pension fund with more than $1 trillion in assets under management, increased its stake in Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ: MSTR) by 20% in the four…
· Business
- BlackRock Buys $289M in Bitcoin as Spot Bitcoin ETF Inflows Hit Two-Week High
BlackRock has significantly expanded its Bitcoin exposure, purchasing approximately 4,309 BTC worth around $289.6 million within a single hour on Feb. 26. Blockchain data from Arkham Intelligence, shared by Lookonchai…
· Business
- Dogecoin Price Struggles: Why Dropping a Zero Remains an Uphill Battle
Dogecoin’s current market structure highlights why removing a zero from its price remains a difficult milestone. While many investors hope for DOGE to revisit higher valuation levels, the technical outlook suggests a …
· Investing
- XRP Volatility Squeeze Signals Potential Breakout as 26 EMA Blocks Recovery
XRP is currently experiencing a volatility squeeze, a technical market condition where price action tightens into a narrow range and strong directional momentum temporarily fades. While this consolidation phase may ap…
· Investing
- OCC Stablecoin Rules Could Disrupt Circle-Coinbase Yield Programs and U.S. Crypto Policy
The U.S. crypto industry is closely analyzing a sweeping 376-page proposal from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) that could significantly reshape stablecoin regulation and put pressure on major part…
· Regulation
- MARA Holdings Surges 17% on Starwood Partnership to Build AI and Cloud Data Centers
MARA Holdings stock jumped 17% after the bitcoin mining company announced a strategic partnership with Starwood Capital Group to develop large-scale data centers across its existing U.S. sites. The move signals a sign…
· Business
- Grant Cardone Plans $5B Real Estate Tokenization to Boost Liquidity and Blockchain Adoption
Real estate mogul Grant Cardone is moving deeper into digital assets, announcing plans to tokenize Cardone Capital’s $5 billion real estate portfolio. The initiative positions the firm among a growing number of asset …
· Business
- Ethereum Strawmap Roadmap Signals Faster Finality, Stronger Layer 1 and Long-Term Security Vision
The Ethereum Foundation’s newly released “Strawmap” offers a draft vision for how the Ethereum blockchain could evolve through 2029. While technical in nature, the roadmap outlines a clear objective: transform Ethereu…
· Insights & Views
- U.S. Blockchain Regulation and the Future of American Innovation
Congress has taken a meaningful step toward strengthening U.S. blockchain innovation with the Promoting Innovation in Blockchain Development Act of 2026. The bipartisan bill aims to protect open-source software develo…
· Insights & Views
- Crypto Social Isn’t Dead: Why Farcaster and Lens Signal a Strategic Reset
In late January, two of the largest decentralized social protocols—Farcaster and Lens Protocol—underwent major leadership transitions, reigniting debate about the future of crypto social media. Farcaster transferred s…
· Insights & Views
- Grayscale: AI and Blockchain Are Complementary Technologies Despite Market Sell-Off
Artificial intelligence and blockchain technology are more complementary than competitive, according to crypto asset manager Grayscale, even as financial markets continue to treat them as part of the same risk trade. …
· Technology