Coinbase

Coinbase, founded in 2012 by Brian Armstrong and Fred Ehrsam, is a widely recognized cryptocurrency exchange that offers a platform for buying, selling, and storing digital currencies. It's known for its strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and security, making it a popular choice among both novice and experienced crypto investors. Coinbase supports a variety of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, and provides additional services like a digital wallet and educational resources for users.


Policy

Ukraine Asks Binance, Coinbase, 6 Other Crypto Exchanges to Block Russian Users

Earlier today, U.S. authorities added regulations aimed at thwarting the use of digital currencies and assets to evade sanctions.

Ukraine's Ministry of Digital Transformation wants crypto exchanges to block Russian users. (Lucy Shires/Getty)

Finance

Coinbase Hires Goldman Veteran to Lead Financial Operations

It’s the latest in a long line of traditional finance executives exiting their positions to join the crypto industry.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 09: In this photo illustration, a flipped version of the Coinbase logo is reflected in a mobile phone screen on November 09, 2021 in London, England. The cryptocurrency exchange platform is to release its quarterly earnings today. (Photo illustration by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Finance

Coinbase Remains a Market Leader Despite Near-Term Headwinds, Analysts Say

The shares fell as analysts cut their price targets while saying they’re not concerned about Coinbase's business.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong (CoinDesk archives)

Finance

Coinbase Beats Q4 Estimates, but Shares Fall on Outlook

The U.S.’s largest crypto exchange expects lower trading volumes and monthly transacting users in Q1.

Coinbase share were rallying Friday. (Photo illustration by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Videos

‘Frozen’ Bitcoin Tied to Canadian Trucker Protests Moved to Coinbase, Crypto.com

Bitcoin tied to the Canadian trucker uprising against COVID-19 restrictions has recently been moved from the original address to Coinbase and Crypto.com following a government effort to freeze said assets. “The Hash” discusses this latest update in the Canadian story and the utility of public blockchains for “following the money.”

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Finance

Coinbase’s Q4 Trading Volumes Set to Increase but Outlook Could Get Gloomy Amid Volatility

Analysts are divided on the outlook for America’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.

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Opinion

Taxes Are a Wild Card for Public Companies Holding Crypto

Investors in MicroStrategy, Tesla, Block and Coinbase need to consider how wild price swings will affect results, not only directly but indirectly due to complex tax accounting rules. This piece is part of CoinDesk's Tax Week

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Finance

Regulator in Canada Warns Crypto Exchanges Not to Promote Self-Custodial Wallets: Report

The Ontario Securities Commission sent tweets from Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and Kraken CEO Jesse Powell to the Canadian police.

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Finance

African Web 3 Super App Jambo Raises $7.5M in Seed Round

The all-in-one education, play-to-earn and personal finance app is backed by Coinbase, 3AC, Alameda Research and Polygon Studios, among others.

Africa holds great potential in the ongoing evolution of cryptocurrency technology. (Moussa Kalapo/Getty Images)

Policy

Crypto Heavyweights Coinbase, Fidelity and Robinhood Back US Anti-Money Laundering Group

The 18-member Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology (TRUST) initiative addresses AML data sharing requirements prescribed by FinCEN.

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