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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Bitcoin Remains Steady Amid Weaker Volume

Bitcoin remains steady, with its 24-hour price in the $8,600-$8,800 range.

Bitcoin prices, March 4, 2020.

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Bitcoin Price Falls After One-Hour Volume Spike

An hour of high volume trading on Tuesday resulted in bitcoin trading lower, giving back nearly half of the previous day’s gains.

Bitcoin prices, March 2 to March 3, 2020.

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Coinbase Joins Japan's Self-Regulatory Organization for Crypto Firms

The exchange's membership of Japan's self-regulatory organization for cryptocurrency firms indicates Coinbase still plans to launch services in the nation.

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Crypto Firms Tout Dispersed Workforce as Coronavirus Contingency Plan

They don’t need to shut their headquarters; they don’t have headquarters.

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Coinbase Is Testing Clearview's Controversial Facial Recognition Technology

A Coinbase spokesperson said customer data had not been used in its trial of the tech.

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February Gains Disappear as Bitcoin Drops Below $9k

Crossing below the $9,000 price level is a new low for February 2020. Bitcoin has not traded below the $9,000 threshold since January 27, when it began a march to new highs in the $10,500 range.

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Coinbase Wallet Adds Short, Customizable Addresses to Simplify Sending Cryptos

The new support also includes an integration with the Ethereum Name Service), allowing Coinbase Wallet users to send cryptocurrencies to .eth addresses.

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Coinbase Becomes First 'Pure' Crypto Firm Approved as Visa Principal Member

The San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange will have the power to issue payment cards thanks to its new status.

Coinbase Card. Image courtesy of the firm

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Coinbase Revives Margin Trading, With Conservative (for Crypto) 3x Leverage

Coinbase is rolling out margin trading retail and institutional investors in the U.S. and nine other countries, offering a light 3x leverage to traders.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong

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Coinbase Adds Support for 2 More Cryptocurrencies in New York State

The exchange has now added the privacy-enhancing cryptocurrency zcash and its own USDC stablecoin in New York state.

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