70 stories about Coinbase from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Oct 18, 2026.
Major payment companies Stripe, Visa, and Mastercard are reportedly backing a new stablecoin platform. Coinbase is also considering joining the initiative, which could make stablecoins more accessible to mainstream users.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon called Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong 'full of s–t' during a Senate hearing, escalating tensions over crypto banking regulations. The clash highlights the growing divide between traditional finance and crypto industries.
Coinbase has invested in Ethena through an open market purchase of ENA tokens, and the two companies are partnering to grow onchain finance and savings products. This collaboration aims to expand blockchain-based financial services.
Coinbase has launched direct rupee bank transfers in India, allowing users to move funds between local bank accounts and the exchange. This follows approval from the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has opened the door for perpetual futures contracts for cryptocurrencies, allowing platforms like Coinbase and Kalshi to offer these products. This move could make crypto trading more accessible and flexible for US investors.
Coinbase now offers eligible US institutional investors access to global crypto options and perpetual futures through Deribit, providing regulated access to sophisticated derivatives products.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, in a Fox Business interview on Friday, called the Clarity Act 'dead on arrival' and accused Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong of driving the legislation, calling him 'full of sh*t.' Dimon argues the crypto market structure bill threatens the traditional financial system.
The CFTC issued a no-action position allowing Coinbase to offer cryptocurrency perpetual futures contracts without immediate enforcement action, and separately approved Kalshi's event-contract platform. The regulator also released an advisory on 24/7 trading risks for compliance.
The CFTC has approved the first U.S.-listed bitcoin perpetual futures, allowing Coinbase to connect American traders to global crypto derivatives markets. This move significantly expands access to crypto trading options for U.S. investors.
Coinbase is the first US-based exchange to receive CFTC approval to offer offshore crypto perpetual futures to its American customers. This high-risk, leveraged trading product is now more accessible to U.S. investors, though concerns about market volatility and investor protection remain.
The CFTC has approved the first regulated crypto perpetual futures contracts in the U.S., allowing Kalshi and Coinbase to offer these products. This move could make crypto trading more accessible and secure for everyday investors.
Base, Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2 network, has launched the Azul upgrade, introducing multiproofs and a new client stack to enhance decentralization. This move brings Base closer to full decentralization, improving security and scalability for users.
Former Coinbase executive Klaus Michaelson has announced a new crypto project. The details are scarce, but the move signals a potential shift in the industry's leadership landscape.
Coinbase’s Base has launched Base MCP, a tool that lets users connect their Base Account to AI clients like ChatGPT. This allows AI to manage crypto wallets and DeFi apps securely using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
Senator Elizabeth Warren argues that nine crypto firms, including Coinbase and Ripple, were improperly granted national trust bank charters. She claims the approvals violate the National Bank Act and calls for a review.
Hyperliquid's new revenue-sharing deal with USDC could move $160 million in revenue from Coinbase and Circle. This could boost Hyperliquid's HYPE token and put pressure on competitors' margins, according to analysts.
Former President Donald Trump disclosed investments in Coinbase, Robinhood, and bitcoin mining stocks in recent ethics filings. This marks a notable shift in his public stance on cryptocurrency.
Coinbase will manage USDC liquidity on Hyperliquid, a fast-growing crypto trading platform. This move comes as DeFi trading volumes continue to rise, highlighting the growing demand for stablecoin liquidity.
Coinbase reported a $500 million loss in Q1 2026 due to falling crypto prices. The company's shares fell 4% following the earnings report, highlighting the volatility in the crypto market.
x402, backed by Coinbase, now allows AI agents to process multiple small payments offchain and settle them onchain later. This could make AI transactions faster and more efficient.
Coinbase users can now borrow up to $100,000 using their SOL holdings as collateral. This new service is powered by Morpho and operates on the Base blockchain.
Amazon has introduced a new AI wallet that allows AI agents to make payments for services. This could simplify transactions for everyday users and pave the way for more automated financial interactions in the future.