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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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Kraken
Kraken Releases Own Crypto Wallet, Joining Competition With Coinbase, MetaMask
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CFG, the protocol's native token, spiked as much as 14% after the announcement before paring gains and outperformed other DeFi tokens.
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By Krisztian Sandor
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CEO Brian Armstrong's Coinbase is appealing a key point in its court dispute with Chair Gary Gensler's Securities and Exchange Commission. (CoinDesk)
Policy
Regulations
Coinbase Seeks to Take Core Question in U.S. SEC Case to Higher Court
The crypto exchange is trying to appeal part of a judge's recent denial of its motion to dismiss, focusing on whether the SEC can treat secondary trades as investment contract...
CEO Brian Armstrong's Coinbase is appealing a key point in its court dispute with Chair Gary Gensler's Securities and Exchange Commission. (CoinDesk)
By Jesse Hamilton
Apr 13, 2024 at 12:13 a.m. UTC
Apr 13, 2024
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Markets
Pepe
Pepe Coin Spikes on Coinbase International Plan to List Perpetual Futures
The crypto exchange's off-shore arm will open perpetuals market for the popular meme coin on April 18.
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By Krisztian Sandor
Apr 11, 2024 at 4:36 p.m. UTC
Apr 11, 2024
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CEO Brian Armstrong's Coinbase has obtained a registration in Canada. (CoinDesk archives)
Policy
Regulations
Coinbase Says Canadian License Makes It Country's Biggest Registered Crypto Exchange
The U.S. exchange announced it had achieved "restricted dealer" status, furthering its expansion into Canada that began last year.
CEO Brian Armstrong's Coinbase has obtained a registration in Canada. (CoinDesk archives)
By Jesse Hamilton
Apr 4, 2024 at 5:55 p.m. UTC
Apr 4, 2024
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Brian Armstrong speaks at a political rally hosted by Stand With Crypto. (screenshot from Coinbase video)
Markets
Coinbase
Coinbase Offers Unique Exposure to the Long-Term Growth of Crypto: KBW
The broker raised its price target to $230 from $160 and maintained its market perform rating.
Brian Armstrong speaks at a political rally hosted by Stand With Crypto. (screenshot from Coinbase video)
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Policy
Newsletters
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A federal judge had a lot to say about the SEC's claims in its suit against Coinbase.
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By Nikhilesh De
Apr 3, 2024 at 2:30 a.m. UTC
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Finance
Mstr
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Brian Armstrong speaks at a political rally hosted by Stand With Crypto. (Screenshot from Coinbase video)
Policy
Regulations
Coinbase Loses Most of Motion to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit
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Mar 27, 2024
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Markets
Coinbase
Base Blockchain Transactions Jump on Meme Coin Led Frenzy
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By Shaurya Malwa
Mar 26, 2024 at 6:46 a.m. UTC
Mar 26, 2024
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