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 Bulls Getting Ready for Seasonal Surge: Matrixport

The Nasdaq exchange has refiled its application to list BlackRock's proposed spot bitcoin ETF, joining rivals in naming Coinbase as its surveillance-sharing partner. Matrixport Head of Research and Strategy Markus Thielen discusses what to make of the ETF race and his crypto markets outlook for July, explaining why bullish bitcoin investors could be preparing for a "seasonal surge." Plus, what to expect from the Fed's June meeting minutes.

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Markets

Coinbase, Microstrategy Shares Rally After Cboe Refiles Bitcoin ETF Applications

Shares in Coinbase, chosen as the market for the surveillance-sharing agreements in ETF applications, rose above $80 at around 11:30 ET on Monday.

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Brett Harrison: Recent Crypto Regulatory Action in the U.S. Is 'Troubling'

Architect CEO and founder Brett Harrison, who is also the former president of FTX U.S., discusses the state of crypto regulation in the U.S. compared to the rest of the world. "It's troubling in the U.S. to see a lot of the recent regulatory action taken against players in the market like Coinbase," Harrison said. He went on to note that outside the U.S., business "is thriving, and the general sentiment is positive."

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Videos

Coinbase Will Be Surveillance Partner for Fidelity, Other Bitcoin ETFs: Filings

Cboe's BZX Exchange named Coinbase as the market for its surveillance-sharing agreement, when it refiled its spot bitcoin ETF fund applications for several would-be bitcoin ETF issuers on Friday. This comes after the SEC reportedly said recent spot bitcoin ETF applications were "inadequate." CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De breaks down the latest developments for U.S. crypto regulation.

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Markets

Investor Enthusiasm for Coinbase Shares May Prove Short-Lived: Berenberg

The crypto exchange is faced with several risks that could trigger a reversal of the stock’s recent gains, the report said.

Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer, Coinbase (CoinDesk)

Policy

SEC vs Coinbase Case Set for July 13 After Exchange’s ‘Creative' Opening Response

The date for the court hearing is much earlier than expected, prompted by a "creative" defense tactic by Coinbase – it filed its response 40 days before the deadline of August 7, 2023.

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Finance

Coinbase's Base Prepares for Mainnet Launch With Slew of Security Audits

Base has engaged with over 100 external security researchers to test its forthcoming layer 2 blockchain.

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Videos

Coinbase Issues First Legal Response to the SEC’s Lawsuit

In its first legal response to the SEC's lawsuit, Coinbase claims that digital assets listed on its platform fall outside the agency's purview. "The Hash" panel discusses the crypto exchange's argument that the regulator violated its due process and is reaching beyond its jurisdiction.

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Coinbase Claims SEC Has No Jurisdiction Over Cryptos on its Platform

Crypto exchange Coinbase claims that crypto assets listed on its platform do not fall under the U.S. Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC)'s jurisdiction in its first legal response to the regulator's lawsuit. CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De breaks down Coinbase's filings and the allegation that the regulator violated its due process.

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Policy

SEC Has No Jurisdiction Over Cryptos on Coinbase, Exchange Says in Lawsuit Response

Coinbase filed an answer to the SEC's lawsuit early Thursday, arguing the regulator violated its due process and is reaching beyond its jurisdiction.

Brian Armstrong Chief Executive Officer CEO & Co-Founder of Coinbase speaks at Consensus 2019 (CoinDesk)