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.


Videos

Coinbase Heads to Court Against the SEC

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is presenting its response to Coinbase's (COIN) first legal defense on July 13, according to a court order. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest developments in the legal battle, as the crypto exchange's lawyers argue that the Supreme Court's recent judgment on student debt cancellation may help with Coinbase's case.

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Finance

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Asks Twitter Followers if Their BofA Accounts Were Closed Because of Crypto Transactions

The Coinbase CEO created a Twitter poll posing the question, and a whopping 9% of respondents said “yes.”

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong (CoinDesk archives)

Videos

Former SEC Enforcement Branch Chief Weighs in on Legal Battles Against Celsius, Coinbase

Former SEC enforcement branch chief and Bragança Law attorney Lisa Bragança discusses the latest developments for U.S. crypto regulation as the regulator takes aim at Celsius and Coinbase. Crypto exchange Coinbase and the SEC are meeting in court for the first time since the federal regulator charged Coinbase with breaching federal securities law in June. Separately, the SEC is suing insolvent crypto lender Celsius Network and former CEO Alex Mashinsky.

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Videos

Coinbase Lawyers Argue Student Loan Ruling Could Sway SEC Lawsuit

Coinbase's lawyers argue that recent a U.S. Supreme Court judgment on student debt cancellation will aid the exchange's legal battle against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). CoinDesk Regulation reporter Jack Schickler breaks down the latest filing and what to expect from the upcoming SEC vs. Coinbase hearing.

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Videos

Insolvent Crypto Lender Celsius, Former CEO Alex Mashinsky Sued by SEC

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accused bankrupt crypto lender Celsius Network and former CEO Alex Mashinsky of securities fraud, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday. CoinDesk Regulation reporter Jack Schickler discusses the lawsuit and what it could mean for Celsius' bankruptcy proceedings. Plus, insights on Coinbase's latest legal filing as the exchange prepares for its court hearing against the SEC.

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Markets

Coinbase Cut to Underweight Ahead of Earnings by Barclays

The bank said it sees few positive drivers for the crypto exchange’s share price in the near term.

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Policy

Coinbase Lawyers Argue Biden Student Loans Ruling Aids Defense Against SEC

Asserting powers over the $1 trillion crypto industry would be of major significance, just like canceling student debt was, the exchange’s lawyers argue.

Coinbase says a student loan case could sway its SEC suit. (Victoria Pickering/Flickr)

Opinion

Want a Spot Market Bitcoin ETF? Then Deal With the Consequences

Coinbase may have to feed sensitive financial information to regulators, if recent bitcoin exchange-trade fund applications are approved.

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Videos

U.S. CPI Falls to 3% in June; Coinbase Shares Near One-Year High

Coinbase’s (COIN) shares rose to a near one-year high after the exchange announced a surveillance-sharing agreement with five spot bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) applicants. "First Mover" hosts share their reaction as Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest sells $12 million worth of Coinbase’s stock. Separately, insights on the U.S. Consumer Price Index falling to 3% on a year-over-year basis in June.

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Finance

Coinbase Adds Messaging Function to Crypto Wallet

The new messaging feature will let any two Ethereum addresses talk to each other.

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