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.


Policy

SEC Probing Coinbase for Allegedly Listing Securities: Report

The investigation predates last week’s insider trading lawsuit, according to the report.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong (CoinDesk archives)

Finance

Coinbase, Robinhood Shareholders Face Significant Stock Dilution: JPMorgan

Like many publicly traded tech firms, Coinbase and Robinhood have offered employees generously amounts of restricted stock units as part of their compensation.

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Videos

Building the New Web3 Athlete & Fan Experience

Matthew Novogratz, Senior Vice President, Head of Partnerships at Candy Digital, joins Chukwukere Ekeh (Coinbase) and Darren Glover (VaynerSports) at Consensus 2022 to discuss the world of sport intersecting tech, with a focus on athlete and fan experiences. Moderator: Jasmine Maietta, CEO, round21

Sport Court at Consensus 2022

Markets

First Mover Asia: BTC Falls Below $22.4K; Coinbase Shares Remain Alluring for Institutional Investors

Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest, ETF issuer Exchange Traded Concepts, Cullinan Associates and Utah-based Refined Wealth Management all significantly added COIN to their portfolios as per June 30 filings.

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Layer 2

SEC Will Need to Prove Tokens Are Securities in Coinbase Insider-Trading Case, Legal Expert Says

Former prosecutor Ian McGinley joined CoinDesk TV’s “First Mover” to discuss the case and what the SEC will need to do as it eyes more crypto oversight.

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Videos

SEC Calls 9 Cryptos 'Securities' in Insider Trading Case

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) charged former Coinbase product manager Ishan Wahi and two others on allegations of wire fraud and insider trading. Meanwhile, the SEC formally referred to nine digital tokens in this case as “securities.“ CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De explains the charges and allegations, and discusses the regulatory implications in the SEC's ongoing practice of defining its crypto oversight through enforcement actions.

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Videos

Legal Expert Weighs in on Alleged Crypto Insider Trading Case

Following a former Coinbase employee being arrested over allegations of insider trading, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) formally declared nine digital tokens as "securities," continuing its practice of defining its crypto oversight through enforcement actions. Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld Partner Ian P. McGinley shares his insights into the legal and regulatory repercussions, and outlook for crypto regulation in the United States.

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Videos

Bsp Says No Crypto Ban; Rehab for Crypto Addicts

Philippines central bank governor says no plan to ban cryptocurrency. Coinbase insider trading case raises questions about regulations. Zipmex extends customer withdrawal freeze until Friday, Thailand’s SEC asks for clarity. Rehabilitation centers offer services to crypto trading addicts. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

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Ex-Coinbase Manager Among 3 Arrested on Crypto Insider Trading Charges

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) charged former Coinbase (COIN) product manager Ishan Wahi and two other men on allegations of wire fraud and insider trading. “The Hash” panel discusses the specifics and implications of the crypto industry’s first alleged insider trading case.

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