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.


Finance

Coinbase Acquires Crypto Wallet Firm BRD for Undisclosed Amount

The price of BRD’s utility token rocketed about 500% following the announcement of the deal.

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)

Markets

Shiba Inu Slips in Coinbase Volume Rankings After Topping the List for 2 Weeks

With speculative frenzy in SHIB cooling, market focus may shift back to top cryptocurrencies.

A Shiba inu, the dog breed that inspired both DOGE and SHIB, is getting a ride in cryptocurrency markets. (Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

Finance

Coinbase Allows Users to Share Information About Crypto Holdings With Friends

The crypto exchange is adding a new “share” button to its app.

Coinbase Inches Closer to Public Listing: Here's What Its Financials Reveal

Finance

Investing in Bitcoin Directly May Be Better Bet Than Coinbase: Mizuho

The crypto exchange could face industry headwinds amid the wider adoption of cryptocurrency, Mizuho told clients.

Coinbase (Getty Images)

Videos

Why Rising Inflation Could Be Good for Bitcoin

Bitcoin rises to a fresh all-time high after the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics releases the October consumer price index (CPI) number, the highest since 1990. CoinDesk's Galen Moore discusses why the inflation increase "would be good for bitcoin," adding "[inflation] tends to seem to drive bitcoin and the stock market apart." Plus, reasons behind Coinbase's user numbers and revenue decline for the third quarter.

Recent Videos

Markets

Coinbase Analysts See ‘Green Shoots’ After Weak Third-Quarter Results

The largest U.S. cryptocurrency exchange should benefit from near-term crypto strength and diversification of revenue streams.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong (CoinDesk archives)

Finance

Coinbase Shares Tumble as Q3 Revenues Fall Well Short of Estimates

Shares of the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S. fell sharply after the company missed revenue and earning expectations, and trading volume fell compared to the previous quarter.

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’s Q3 Crypto Trading Volumes to Be Key for Investors, Analysts Say

The largest U.S. cryptocurrency exchange has said investors should expect lower trading volume in the third quarter, given the decline in crypto prices during that period.

Coinbase Goes Public in Its Fight With the SEC

Finance

Coinbase Wallet Users Now Have a Standalone Browser Extension

The offering comes amid an increase in the use of self-custody crypto wallets.

(Archivo CoinDesk)

Finance

Coinbase Users Can Borrow Up to $1M With Bitcoin as Collateral

The crypto exchange’s customers can obtain cash via their PayPal or bank accounts.

Coinbase Posts $1.9B in Q2 Transaction Revenue, Beating Estimates