Coinbase - Bitcoin and cryptocurrency news, stories, & headlines

Sign in Subscribe

Coinbase

A collection of 21 posts

Coinbase Secures Major Victory Against SEC in Landmark Crypto Case

Coinbase Secures Major Victory Against SEC in Landmark Crypto Case

In a stunning turn of events for the cryptocurrency industry, Coinbase, one of the world’s biggest crypto exchanges, has secured a monumental victory in its legal battle against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced that the company reached an agreement with SEC

Crypto Trading Volumes Hit $18.83 Trillion in 2024, Yet Fall Short of 2021’s Record High

Crypto Trading Volumes Hit $18.83 Trillion in 2024, Yet Fall Short of 2021’s Record High

The crypto space in 2024 was a whirlwind of activity, with trading volumes across the top 15 centralized exchanges reaching an impressive $18.83 trillion. That’s a hefty jump from the $8.05 trillion recorded in 2023, marking a growth of over 134%. Binance led the pack as the

Coinbase Urges Congress to Revamp Crypto Laws with Six Key Priorities

Coinbase Urges Congress to Revamp Crypto Laws with Six Key Priorities

Coinbase, a major player in the crypto exchange space, is calling on Congress to step up and tackle the messy state of crypto regulation in the United States. The company has laid out six critical priorities aimed at straightening out the legal tangle, safeguarding consumers, and keeping blockchain innovation from

AI Integration at Coinbase Fast-Tracks Crypto Software Development

Artificial Intelligence

AI Integration at Coinbase Fast-Tracks Crypto Software Development

Coinbase is pushing the boundaries of AI application within its operations, extending beyond traditional uses like fraud prevention and customer support to innovate in software development. Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, recently shared that the company is now leveraging artificial intelligence to automate the generation of pull requests (PRs) for

Coinbase and Aston Martin Partner for F1 Racing Sponsorship Paid with Stablecoins

Coinbase and Aston Martin Partner for F1 Racing Sponsorship Paid with Stablecoins

At the intersection of Formula 1 racing and the fast paced world of crypto, Coinbase has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Aston Martin F1 racing team. This collaboration isn't just about branding; the deal was paid entirely in stablecoins, specifically USDC, marking a historic first for

Coinbase Derivatives Adds Solana Futures to Expand Crypto Trading Options

Coinbase Derivatives Adds Solana Futures to Expand Crypto Trading Options

Coinbase Derivatives has announced the upcoming launch of futures contracts for Solana (SOL). Scheduled to commence on or after February 18, this strategic move by Coinbase marks another milestone in the evolving US crypto exchange landscape. Under the new Donald Trump administration, who returned to office earlier this year with

Rapper Kanye West Wants to Talk to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong About Crypto Deal

Rapper Kanye West Wants to Talk to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong About Crypto Deal

Kanye West, the famous hip-hop artist and self-proclaimed billionaire, has expressed interest in diving deeper into the world of cryptocurrency, aiming to bypass traditional intermediaries. On Friday, West took to X to voice his desire to discuss buying crypto directly with Coinbase's CEO, Brian Armstrong, signaling a potential

Brad Garlinghouse, Brian Armstrong, Jeremy Allaire, and Others Among Top Candidates for Trump’s Crypto Council

Brad Garlinghouse, Brian Armstrong, Jeremy Allaire, and Others Among Top Candidates for Trump’s Crypto Council

The crypto sector is excited about Donald Trump's new advisory council, which could significantly influence how cryptocurrencies are regulated and classified. Industry leaders and key donors are eager and vying to secure a position on this influential board, aiming to guide U.S. crypto policy for the next

Venice AI Token on Ethereum Layer 2 Base Surges to $1.6 Billion Valuation

Venice AI Token on Ethereum Layer 2 Base Surges to $1.6 Billion Valuation

Venice AI made headlines with the launch of its native token VVV, on Ethereum's layer-2 network, Base. This privacy-focused artificial intelligence platform, spearheaded by Erik Voorhees, a notable figure in the Bitcoin and crypto community, achieved a staggering fully diluted valuation (FDV) of $1 billion within just two

Erik Voorhees Launches VVV Token on Ethereum Layer 2 Base with Venice AI Platform

Erik Voorhees Launches VVV Token on Ethereum Layer 2 Base with Venice AI Platform

Erik Voorhees, known for his pioneering work in crypto with ShapeShift and DEX platform Thorchain, has also ventured into the realm of artificial intelligence with Venice AI, a platform emphasizing privacy and decentralization. Today, Venice announced the introduction of its VVV token on the Ethereum Layer 2 network, Base, marking

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Predicts Bitcoin Will Surge to Millions of Dollars

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Predicts Bitcoin Will Surge to Millions of Dollars

In a recent appearance on CNBC, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong shared his bullish outlook on Bitcoin, suggesting that the cryptocurrency could see its value soar into the "multiple millions" in the coming years. Armstrong's optimism is grounded in several pivotal developments he sees on the horizon

Coinbase Advocates for US Bitcoin Strategic Reserve

Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Coinbase Advocates for US Bitcoin Strategic Reserve

Coinbase, the nation's leading crypto exchange, has publicly endorsed the concept of a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve. This endorsement came through a thoughtful blog post on "economic freedom" penned by CEO Brian Armstrong. As Armstrong has positioned himself as a de facto spokesperson for the

Coinbase Launches Bitcoin Loans for US with DeFi Backing

Coinbase Launches Bitcoin Loans for US with DeFi Backing

Coinbase has once again ventured into the realm of Bitcoin backed loans for its US customers, this time with a strategic twist. After discontinuing its previous crypto lending program in 2023 due to regulatory pressures and waning demand, Coinbase has now partnered with Morpho, a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol, to

Today Marks 16 Years Since Bitcoin's Genesis Block

Today Marks 16 Years Since Bitcoin's Genesis Block

Today, we celebrate a monumental moment in the digital age - the 16th anniversary of Bitcoin's Genesis Block. On January 3, 2009, an enigmatic figure known only as Satoshi Nakamoto mined the first block of what would become the world's first decentralized cryptocurrency, Bitcoin. This event

Balaji Srinivasan's Vision of a Borderless Digital World

Balaji Srinivasan's Vision of a Borderless Digital World

Balaji Srinivasan, a notable tech entrepreneur and former CTO of Coinbase, has recently shared profound insights into how the internet has reshaped global interactions, economies, and governance. His post is both a commentary on the current state of digitalization and a call to rethink our frameworks in light of a

BiT Global Sues Coinbase Alleging Antitrust Violations Over WBTC Delisting

BiT Global Sues Coinbase Alleging Antitrust Violations Over WBTC Delisting

In a dramatic turn of events, BiT Global has launched a legal battle against Coinbase, accusing the leading US crypto exchange of engaging in anticompetitive practices. The lawsuit, filed on December 13, 2024, directly challenges Coinbase's decision to delist Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) from its platform, suggesting that the

Stand With Crypto Mobilizes Voters Against SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw's Re-confirmation

Stand With Crypto Mobilizes Voters Against SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw's Re-confirmation

Stand With Crypto, a political action committee backed by heavyweights like Coinbase, Paxos, Blockchain.com, and Kraken, has launched a vigorous campaign to influence the upcoming vote on the re-confirmation of SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw. This effort underscores a pivotal moment for the crypto community, as they rally to oppose

US Government Transferred Nearly $2 Billion in Seized Silk Road Bitcoin to Coinbase

US Government Transferred Nearly $2 Billion in Seized Silk Road Bitcoin to Coinbase

In a move that has sent ripples through the cryptocurrency market today, the United States government recently moved nearly $2 billion in Bitcoin from the notorious Silk Road seizure to Coinbase, one of America's largest digital asset exchanges. This significant transfer of 19,800 BTC, which equates to

Coinbase Integrates Apple Pay for Seamless Crypto Purchases

Coinbase Integrates Apple Pay for Seamless Crypto Purchases

In a big move to streamline cryptocurrency acquisition, Coinbase has unveiled a new feature that allows users to leverage Apple Pay for direct fiat-to-crypto transactions. This integration is part of Coinbase's Onramp service, designed to simplify the process of diving into the world of digital currencies. The introduction

Twitch Streamer Amouranth Reveals $20 Million in Bitcoin Holdings

Twitch Streamer Amouranth Reveals $20 Million in Bitcoin Holdings

Kaitlyn 'Amouranth' Siragusa, a prominent figure in the streaming world on platforms like Twitch and Kick, has once again captured the public's attention, this time by flaunting her substantial crypto holdings. In a light-hearted post to X (formerly Twitter), Amouranth shared a glimpse into her Bitcoin

Pepe Coin's Remarkable Surge: Analyzing the Impact of Robinhood Listing and Coinbase's Expansion Plans

Pepe Coin's Remarkable Surge: Analyzing the Impact of Robinhood Listing and Coinbase's Expansion Plans

Recently, Pepe Coin, a memecoin inspired by the internet-famous Pepe the Frog, has seen its value skyrocket following significant developments in its trading platforms. Enter the rise of memecoins! Robinhood and Coinbase Pepe Coin's recent price increase can be significantly attributed to its listing on Robinhood, a popular