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.


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Is Coinbase’s Stock Overvalued?

It’s a big day for Coinbase, but not everyone is bullish. David Trainer, CEO of investment research firm New Constructs, explains why he’s skeptical about Coinbase’s stock price and valuation.

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Chart of the Day: Coinbase's Price Fluctuates in the Hours After Public Listing

Since going public Wednesday afternoon, Coinbase's stock prices that opened at $381 rose as high as $430 before pulling back. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks this down with the chart of the day.

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Pantera Capital CEO: Coinbase’s Public Listing Making History but ‘This Will All Be Normal’ in a Decade

Coinbase’s public listing is a huge milestone for the crypto industry. Dan Morehead, CEO of Pantera Capital, thinks it marks the start of a new era.

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin, Ether Near Record Prices as Crypto Market Celebrates Coinbase’s First Trading Day

Also, 98 cryptocurrencies are now valued at more than $1 billion each.

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Binance Coin Hits All-Time High Ahead of Coinbase Listing

Binance’s Coin ($BNB) hit an all-time trading high in advance of the Coinbase listing. Binance also announced it will be listing the Coinbase (COIN) stock token on its exchange platform. “The Hash” panel discusses potential reasons driving $BNB’s rally and the ripple effects.

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Coinbase Gifts 100 Shares Each to 1,700 Employees Ahead of Public Listing

All Coinbase employees received a gift of 100 shares each of COIN ahead of the company’s public listing on the NASDAQ. With COIN initially priced at $250 per share, it already amounts to a $25K surprise gift. “The Hash” panel reacts.

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Coinbase’s Wall Street Debut: Its Significance and Why It’s NOT an IPO

“The Hash” panel discusses why Coinbase’s direct listing is momentous for the crypto industry and how this is different from an initial public offering (IPO).

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'Today, Everything Changes': DCG's Barry Silbert on Coinbase's Public Listing

Digital Currency Group (DCG) CEO Barry Silbert joins "First Mover" for a wide-ranging discussion on Coinbase's Nasdaq debut, his outlook for bitcoin, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), DCG's plans, and more as the crypto world marks this watershed moment.

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Coinbase-inspired Investor Network BitAngels on the Exchange's Nasdaq Listing

Michael Terpin of BitAngels, an angel network for crypto startups, gives his perspective on the Coinbase public listing and this turning point in crypto innovation. Plus, risks to Coinbase’s success short and long-term.

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CoinDesk’s Michael Casey On Today’s Crypto Milestone, One of the Most Important He’s Witnessed

Coinbase’s Wall Street debut pushes the wider crypto story into the public sphere, according to CoinDesk Chief Content Officer Michael Casey. Casey, who’s been covering crypto milestones since 2013, reflects on today’s watershed moment.

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