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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Coinbase Launches Bitcoin Buying and Selling in 13 European Countries

Coinbase has officially expanded beyond the US market, bringing its brokerage services to 13 European countries.

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Payments Processor Braintree Confirms Bitcoin Integration Rumors

PayPal subsidiary Braintree has partnered with Coinbase to begin accepting bitcoin payments.

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Coinbase Names Aon as its Bitcoin Insurance Broker

Coinbase has announced it is insured against the theft or loss of bitcoin, with cover via an established broker.

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KnCMiner Becomes Latest Bitcoin Company to Embrace 'Bits'

KnC Wallet has added prices displayed in bits, contributing to a growing debate over bitcoin price denominations.

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Coinbase Acquires Block Explorer Service Blockr.io

Bitcoin payment processor Coinbase has acquired Blockr.io, a popular block explorer service, in an undisclosed deal.

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PayPal Subsidiary Braintree in Talks with Coinbase to Accept Bitcoin

Braintree, a payments service owned by PayPal, is reportedly in talks with Coinbase to integrate bitcoin.

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Blockchain Passes 2 Million Bitcoin Wallets

Blockchain has reached two million bitcoin wallets, having doubled its downloads over the last six months.

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Wikipedia Raises $140k in First Week of Bitcoin Donations

The Wikimedia Foundation, the non-profit that operates Wikipedia, has reported $140k in first-week bitcoin donations.

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How Coinbase Brings Bitcoin to Billion-Dollar Merchants

CoinDesk speaks to Coinbase's business director Adam White about the company's strategy for major merchant enrollment.

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Hip-Hop Icon Nas: We're Entering the Age of Bitcoin

Musician-turned-entrepreneur Nasir Jones talks candidly with CoinDesk about his personal and business interests in the bitcoin space.

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