Tagged: coinbase

April 25, 2025 @ 9:39 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) and Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN) announced an expansion of their partnership to increase the adoption, distribution, and utilization of the PayPal USD (PYUSD) stablecoin. This collaboration will provide value for consumers, enterprises, and institutions as they continue to “utilize… Read More

April 24, 2025 @ 10:13 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT), a firm focused on vertically integrated Bitcoin mining, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a $100 million credit facility with Coinbase Credit, Inc., a subsidiary of Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN). Under the terms of the credit… Read More

April 24, 2025 @ 8:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Charlotte, North Carolina, is solidifying as a hub for financial technology, thanks to a significant investment from Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN). The company has announced plans to hire over 130 employees in the city, tapping into the region’s rich pool of fintech talent. This move underscores Charlotte’s… Read More

April 22, 2025 @ 7:46 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Circle and BitGo are preparing to apply for U.S. bank charters, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The report also indicates that digital assets firms Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) and Paxos are exploring similar paths, driven by evolving stablecoin regulations and a shifting political landscape under… Read More

April 22, 2025 @ 6:49 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase Derivatives, LLC, a subsidiary of Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN), has launched XRP and nano XRP futures contracts, marking a significant expansion of its regulated crypto derivatives offerings. This move, approved by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), aims to provide both institutional and retail… Read More

April 21, 2025 @ 1:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The rise of cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance (DeFi) has reshaped the financial landscape, offering alternatives to traditional finance (TradFi) while introducing unique risks. A report from the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), titled Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Finance: Functions and Financial Stability Implications, examines these developments,… Read More

April 21, 2025 @ 10:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase has (NASDAQ:COIN) has shared some comments after Oregon’s Attorney General, Dan Rayfield, filed a securities enforcement action against the company. This lawsuit basically revives arguments previously dismissed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), marking a contentious return to what Coinbase describes as… Read More

April 18, 2025 @ 11:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Canada appears to be taking significant steps to integrate cryptocurrencies into its financial ecosystem, with recent updates from the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) and Coinbase providing more clarity for investors navigating the seemingly complex world of crypto assets. These developments underscore Canada’s commitment to fostering… Read More

March 22, 2025 @ 5:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As the first quarter of 2025 draws to a close, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN), one of the world’s largest digital asset exchanges in terms of trading volume and scope of operations, has recently unveiled a series of strategic developments that underscore its position as a key player… Read More

March 20, 2025 @ 7:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency network by market cap and the world’s largest smart contract blockchain, is gearing up for its next major milestone: the Pectra upgrade. Scheduled for late March 2025, this update combines the Prague and Electra phases to optimize both the execution and… Read More

March 17, 2025 @ 2:00 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has recently shared updates that signal its evolving role in both the investment and regulatory landscapes. Digital assets firm Coinbase is focused on its mission to democratize finance and bridge traditional systems with the crypto economy. Crypto exchange Coinbase aims to empower builders… Read More

March 7, 2025 @ 6:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets exchange Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has reportedly acquired a team to accelerate privacy efforts on Base. According to a blog post by Coinbase, privacy is “critical for unlocking the full potential of an onchain future.” Coinbase further explained that this is why they’re “bringing on… Read More

March 3, 2025 @ 1:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase One aims to create the “ultimate” crypto membership – one that has various benefits in the Coinbase app, and also extends to the broader ecosystem. Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) noted this product will be rolled out fully over the next few days. As explained in a… Read More

February 21, 2025 @ 11:28 am By JD Alois  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) is reporting that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to drop all charges leveled at the digital asset platform, contingent upon the approval of a majority of Commissioners. As Republicans now control the Commission, this should be little more than a… Read More

February 9, 2025 @ 9:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Crypto exchange Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) noted that the past year has seen significant growth in the adoption of USDC, a stablecoin that has solidified its position as one of the most widely used digital tokens globally. Coinbase revealed in a blog post that this growth is… Read More

February 8, 2025 @ 8:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent analysis by CoinGecko has shed light on the current state of publicly traded blockchain companies. The research report highlights that there are 46 noteworthy companies in this space, with the majority listed on the NASDAQ exchange. Coinbase, the cryptocurrency exchange led by Brian… Read More

February 4, 2025 @ 8:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) announced that it has obtained VASP registration in the United Kingdom issued by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Obtaining VASP registration in the UK is a crucial step for cryptocurrency businesses, as it allows them to operate legally and offer services to customers…. Read More

February 3, 2025 @ 4:19 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) is acquiring Spindl, an onchain ads and attribution platform. Today, it’s too difficult for builders to find quality users/distribution. By acquiring Spindl’s team and tech, they’ll be able to help builders go viral onchain and “find distribution on Coinbase and across the onchain… Read More

January 29, 2025 @ 12:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN), provider of a cryptocurrency trading and investing platform, is expanding its global presence to Argentina, as part of its mission to support economic freedom worldwide. This move is designed to increase access to cryptocurrency services for millions of Argentinians. To operate in Argentina, Coinbase… Read More

January 22, 2025 @ 3:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The concept of a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve under the Trump administration has garnered attention, with Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) CEO Brian Armstrong suggesting it as a realistic possibility. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Armstrong remarked on Trump’s apparent enthusiasm for cryptocurrency, stating: “He… Read More