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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
- South Korea Prosecutors Lose Seized Bitcoin in Suspected Phishing Attack
South Korea’s Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office is facing intense scrutiny after reports revealed that a large amount of Bitcoin seized during a criminal investigation has gone missing. According to multiple local …
· Regulation
- BoJ Rate Pause in Focus as Yen, USD/JPY, and Crypto Markets React
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is widely expected to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 0.75% following the conclusion of its two-day monetary policy meeting on Friday. After raising rates to a three-decade high i…
· Investing
- BitGo Makes History With First Crypto IPO in 2026 as Market Shows Modest Gains
BitGo has made a major milestone in the digital asset industry by becoming the first crypto-focused company to go public in 2026, marking a historic moment for institutional crypto adoption. This development comes ami…
· Insights & Views
- Trump Sues JPMorgan Chase and CEO Jamie Dimon Over Alleged Political Debanking
U.S. President Donald Trump has filed a high-profile lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its CEO Jamie Dimon, seeking at least $5 billion in damages over claims that the banking giant illegally terminated his acc…
· People
- Dogecoin Price Prediction: ETF Launch Tests Structure but Trend Still Rules
Dogecoin price prediction remains under pressure as DOGE continues to trade near a critical demand zone within a broader descending channel. Despite renewed attention from institutional developments, recent price beha…
· Investing
- Bitcoin at $90,000: A Critical Make-or-Break Moment for the BTC Market
Bitcoin is no longer in a phase where indecision can be considered neutral. Around the $90,000 price level, the market has compressed into a tight range that now represents a structural decision point rather than a ro…
· Investing
- XRP Forms Double Bottom Near $2.00, Signaling Potential Trend Shift
XRP is showing one of its most constructive technical signals in months as a clear double bottom forms near the critical $1.90–$2.00 support zone. This pattern suggests a possible shift in market structure rather than…
· Investing
- Coinbase Withdraws Support for Senate Crypto Market Structure Bill
Coinbase has withdrawn its support for a key U.S. Senate crypto market structure bill, citing major concerns that the legislation would harm everyday crypto users and stifle innovation. The decision came just hours be…
· People
- Capital One to Acquire Brex for $5.15 Billion, Strengthening Fintech and Crypto Payments Strategy
Capital One Financial Corp. has agreed to acquire fintech startup Brex in a deal valued at $5.15 billion, marking a major step in the bank’s expansion into technology-driven corporate finance and digital payments. The…
· Business
- SEC and CFTC Deepen Crypto Coordination Under Trump Agenda
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are intensifying their collaboration to advance President Donald Trump’s pro-crypto agenda, signaling a major shift…
· Regulation
- Precious Metals Surge While Bitcoin Lags as Investors Debate Crypto’s Next Catalyst
The precious metals rally shows no signs of slowing, while bitcoin and the broader crypto market continue to underperform, raising fresh questions about shifting investor sentiment. Gold climbed another 1.7% on Thursd…
· Investing
- Ark Invest Says Bitcoin, Tokenization and Regulation Are Transforming Digital Assets Into Global Financial Infrastructure
Asset manager Ark Invest says digital assets are rapidly evolving from a speculative market into a core layer of the global financial system, driven by the convergence of blockchain innovation, rising institutional ad…
· Investing
- Optimism Proposes OP Token Buybacks Tied to Superchain Revenue
The Optimism community has begun voting on a new governance proposal that could significantly reshape the economic role of the OP token by directly linking its value to the performance of the Superchain ecosystem. The…
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Transaction Surge Raises Scam Concerns, Citi Says
Ethereum has recently recorded a sharp, record-breaking increase in daily transactions and active addresses, but analysts at Wall Street investment bank Citi warn that this surge is unlikely to reflect genuine network…
· Investing
- Crypto Liquidations Surge Past $625M as Volatility Crushes Leveraged Traders
Crypto markets delivered a harsh reminder of the risks of leverage over the past 24 hours, with more than $625 million in liquidations triggered by sharp and sudden price swings. According to CoinGlass data, nearly 15…
· Investing
- Trump Pushes Crypto Market Structure Bill as Stablecoin Dispute Stalls Congress
President Donald Trump has renewed pressure on Congress to pass comprehensive crypto market structure legislation, saying at the World Economic Forum in Davos that he hopes to sign the bill “very soon.” His remarks, i…
· Regulation
- U.S. Banks Push to Limit Stablecoin Yield and Open Banking as Crypto Regulation Nears Turning Point
As U.S. lawmakers work to bring cryptocurrency and traditional finance under a unified regulatory framework, major banks are intensifying efforts to shape how digital dollars generate returns and how financial data is…
· Regulation
- BitGo IPO Prices Above Range, Raises $212.8M in Landmark Crypto Market Debut
Crypto custody startup BitGo Holdings has successfully priced its U.S. initial public offering above expectations, raising $212.8 million and marking a significant milestone as the first digital asset company to debut…
· Business
- ARK Invest’s Bold Bitcoin and Nvidia Outlook Signals a Shift in the 2025 Market Cycle
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest has released one of its most detailed long-term outlooks to date, outlining ambitious projections for Bitcoin and a more measured view on Nvidia in its latest Big Ideas 2026 report. These two …
· Investing
- Iran’s Central Bank Quietly Builds $507M USDT Reserve Amid Sanctions Pressure
Iran’s central bank accumulated at least $507 million worth of Tether (USDT) during April and May 2025, according to blockchain analytics firm Elliptic, highlighting how the country is increasingly turning to crypto t…
· Investing
- Ripple and DXC Partner to Expand XRP Payments Across Global Banking Networks
Ripple has entered a strategic partnership with DXC Technology to accelerate the adoption of XRP-powered payments across international banking networks. The collaboration integrates Ripple’s blockchain-based payment i…
· Business
- Bitcoin Price at Critical Support as Market Nears Make-or-Break Moment
Bitcoin is currently resting on a well-established local support zone that has already proven its significance multiple times. This area now represents the final realistic opportunity for a short- to midterm price rec…
· Insights & Views
- Ethereum Breaks Key Support as Bitcoin and Shiba Inu Face Critical Market Tests
Ethereum has abruptly erased nearly a month of steady gains, delivering a technical setback that has shaken renewed market confidence. The drop below the psychologically important $3,000 level marked a clear breakdown…
· Investing
- Davos Crypto Debate Ignites Clash Over Stablecoins, Bitcoin, and Regulation
A panel at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, intended to explore blockchain infrastructure quickly turned into a heated debate between crypto leaders and traditional financial authorities, highlighting d…
· Insights & Views
- Crypto Markets Rebound as Trump Signals Progress on Greenland Talks and EU Tariff Pause
Crypto markets experienced another volatile trading session, swinging sharply higher after former U.S. President Donald Trump signaled progress on international negotiations involving Greenland and the broader Arctic …
· Investing
- Delaware Life Launches First Crypto-Linked Fixed Index Annuity in the U.S.
Delaware Life Insurance Company has become the first U.S. insurer to introduce a cryptocurrency-linked investment option within a fixed index annuity (FIA), marking a significant milestone in the integration of digita…
· Business
- Farcaster Acquired by Neynar After $150M Funding and Growth Challenges
Farcaster, a decentralized social media protocol once positioned as crypto’s alternative to Twitter, has been acquired by Neynar following ongoing challenges in sustaining user growth. The transition was announced on …
· Business
- U.S. Crypto Markets Bill Faces Partisan Test as Senate Agriculture Committee Vote Nears
Crypto lobbyists in Washington are preparing for the possibility that the latest U.S. crypto markets legislation will advance as a largely partisan effort led by Republicans, according to insiders familiar with ongoin…
· Regulation
- Solana Mobile Launches SKR Token Airdrop to Power Seeker Smartphone Ecosystem
Solana Mobile has officially begun distributing its highly anticipated SKR token, marking a significant milestone in its strategy to connect crypto incentives with mobile hardware adoption. The airdrop went live on Tu…
· Business
- Crypto Stocks Slide as Risk-Off Sentiment Grows Amid Tariff Fears and Japan Bond Turmoil
Crypto-related stocks fell sharply on Tuesday, with several major names posting losses of up to 10%, as investors moved away from risk assets. The sell-off was driven by renewed tariff threats from the United States a…
· Investing
- Who Owns the Most Bitcoin in 2026? Inside the Bitcoin Rich List
Bitcoin continues to dominate the global cryptocurrency market in 2026, reinforcing its position as the most influential digital asset. With a market capitalization exceeding $1.7 trillion, Bitcoin remains a cornersto…
· Investing
- Chainlink Price Holds $12 Support as 24/5 U.S. Stock Data Launch Sparks Optimism
Chainlink (LINK) price is showing resilience by holding above the key $12 support level, even as the broader cryptocurrency market experiences a notable pullback. Over the past 24 hours, the total crypto market has de…
· Investing
- XRP Price Nears Critical Support as Bears Test Market Conviction
XRP is currently trading at a highly sensitive price zone, leaving little room for error as market pressure continues to build. The range between $1.90 and $2.00 has become the final major support level preserving XRP…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Defends $90,000 as Market Awaits Fresh Capital Inflow
The cryptocurrency market is currently under heavy pressure as overall risk sentiment continues to deteriorate. Without a meaningful inflow of fresh capital, conditions are unlikely to improve significantly in the nea…
· Investing
- Massachusetts Judge Moves to Halt Kalshi’s Sports Prediction Market
A Massachusetts judge is preparing to issue a preliminary injunction that would force prediction market platform Kalshi to halt its online sports-related contracts in the state, marking a significant legal challenge f…
· Regulation
- Schwab Report Reveals Where Most Crypto Market Value Is Concentrated
A new report from Charles Schwab’s Center for Financial Research offers a clear breakdown of the crypto market, showing that the majority of value is concentrated in foundational blockchains such as Bitcoin and Ethere…
· Insights & Views
- Tokenized Gold Surges as Investors Seek Safe-Haven Assets
Gold’s dramatic rally, rising nearly 70% in a year and marking its strongest performance in almost 50 years, has significantly boosted investor interest across both traditional and digital markets. As geopolitical ten…
· Investing
- Solayer Launches $35M Ecosystem Fund to Accelerate Real-Time Blockchain Applications
Solayer has announced the launch of a $35 million ecosystem fund aimed at supporting blockchain applications built on its high-performance infiniSVM network. The fund, backed by Solayer Labs and the Solayer Foundation…
· Technology
- Bitcoin Options Signal 30% Chance of BTC Falling Below $80K as Tariff Fears Shake Crypto Markets
Bitcoin (BTC) slipped below the $91,000 level as renewed tariff rhetoric from U.S. President Donald Trump rattled global markets, with on-chain derivatives data now pointing to growing expectations of a sharper downsi…
· Investing
- Bitcoin Slips Below $90K as Macro Risks Weigh on Crypto Markets
Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies traded under pressure during Asian afternoon hours on Tuesday, extending losses after a macro-driven pullback earlier in the week. While price moves were relatively muted on the day,…
· Investing