COINBASE
Based in California, Coinbase is a digital currency exchange where merchants and consumers can transact with cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ethereum, and litecoin. Since the establishment in 2012, Coinbase has over 30m users with the transaction value exceeding $150m.
Coinbase Gains FCM Approval for Regulated Crypto Derivatives Access
Coinbase Financial Markets secures FCM approval, paving the way for regulated crypto derivatives in the US, enhancing trading options but with oversight.
Significant Shiba Inu Token $SHIB Moved from Coinbase to Dormant Account
A dormant account received 841B $SHIB ($8.8M) from Coinbase after 2 years of inactivity. This move coincided with a notable surge in $SHIB's price, sparking intrigue in the crypto community.
Coinbase Officially Enters Canadian Market with Interac Integration and One Trial
Coinbase enters Canada, integrating Interac for seamless transfers and introducing a 30-day trial of Coinbase One with zero trading fees for Canadians.
Gemini's Weekly Update: PayPal Launches PYUSD Stablecoin, Coinbase Unveils Base Layer-2, and Aptos Announces Microsoft Partnership
PayPal launches PYUSD stablecoin; Coinbase unveils Base Layer-2; Aptos partners with Microsoft; July inflation below expectations at 3.2% and 4.7% yearly.
Coinbase Report: New York Emerges as a Hub for Crypto Innovation and Adoption
Coinbase's report highlights New York's growing role in crypto, with 19% of residents owning crypto and a surge in blockchain initiatives. The state is seen as a hub for crypto innovation.
Coinbase Announces Cash Tender Offer for $150 Million of 3.625% Senior Notes Due 2031
Coinbase has commenced a cash tender offer for up to $150M of its 3.625% Senior Notes due 2031, expiring on September 1, 2023.
SEC Required Coinbase to Trade Only Bitcoin, Exclude Ethereum and All Other Cryptos, Reports FT
On July 31, a report by the Financial Times reported that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had requested Coinbase to cease all cryptocurrency trading, including Ethereum, with Bitcoin being the only exception, before taking legal action against the company.
Apple's App Store Policies Probed: U.S. Lawmakers Investigate Impact on Blockchain and NFTs
U.S. Representatives probe Apple's App Store policies, raising concerns over potential impact on blockchain and NFTs, and questioning the balance between security and innovation.
Coinbase vs. SEC: Key Dates and Details for Upcoming Court Hearings
Court dates for Coinbase vs. SEC case confirmed. Coinbase's motion due Aug 4, 2023, with SEC's opposition brief due Oct 10. Coinbase's reply expected by Oct 24.
Former Coinbase CLO Brian Brooks Joins Hashdex's Board of Directors
Brian Brooks, former Coinbase CLO and current Valor Capital Group partner, joins Hashdex's Board of Directors, aiming to accelerate the firm's global growth in the crypto asset management space.
a16z Continues to Deposit Maker (MKR) to Coinbase
a16z deposits more MKR to Coinbase, now holding $6M in MKR. An unidentified whale also moved $4.85M MKR to Binance.
Former Coinbase Executive Joins Magic Eden as Head of Product
Former Coinbase executive, Linus Chung, joins Magic Eden as Head of Product. Chung will lead product development, enhance user experience, and drive growth.
CoinMarketCap Crypto Report: Top 20 Exchanges Mark a 36% Drop in Spot Trade Volume from Previous Quarter
In the first half of 2023, the cryptocurrency market has seen significant shifts in exchange activities, according to a comprehensive analysis by CoinMarketCap.
Coinbase's Legal Chief Fires on SEC's Crypto Regulation Approach
On July 8, Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, tweeted a number of times about his displeasure with the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) approach to cryptocurrency regulation.
Coinbase Uses Multi-Party Computation to Enhance Crypto Wallet Security and User Experience
Coinbase is making strides towards simplifying the onboarding process for web3, bolstering both security and recovery for crypto wallets. The company is deploying a cryptographic technique called Multi-Party Computation (MPC) to eliminate key management hurdles that have long been a barrier to mainstream web3 adoption.