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Coinbase’s Base becomes open source, Optimism vs. NuggetRush in 2023

TLDR Coinbase’s Base Layer 2 network has gone open-source to promote transparency and community contributions. This move simplifies development tasks and fosters collaboration. Optimism (OP), an Ethereum Layer 2 network, is set for a significant token release on October 30, 2023, matching the value of a prior release. NuggetRush (NUGX) is a community-driven blockchain game offering […]

On-chain debt securities platform Obligate launches on Base

On-chain debt securities marketplace Obligate launches on Base Obligate is a Swiss-regulated on-chain bonds platform, while Base is an Ethereum layer-2 scaling platform launched by Coinbase. Deployment on Base will help with institutional adoption of on-chain debt securities, Obligate’s head of partnerships said in an announcement. Obligate, a Swiss-regulated blockchain marketplace for capital markets, has […]

Coinbase unveils global, instant money transfers via popular messaging and social platforms

Coinbase will allow users to send money globally via popular messaging apps like WhatsApp, iMessage, and Telegram. The transactions are instant and free, breaking down geographical barriers. To facilitate these transfers, both the sender and receiver need the Coinbase Wallet. Cryptocurrency exchange giant Coinbase yesterday rolled out a groundbreaking service, allowing users to send money […]

Coinbase launches spot trading for non-US institutional clients

Coinbase has announced the launch of non-US spot markets for institutional investors. Eligible non-US institutional investors will access BTC/USDC and ETH/USDC as from December 14, 2023 on Coinbase International Exchange. The exchange plans to expand the product to retail investors in coming months. Crypto exchange Coinbase has announced an expansion of its non-US spot markets […]

SEC denies rulemaking petition filed by Coinbase

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has denied the rulemaking petition filed by Coinbase. SEC Chair Gary Gensler says current laws enough for investor proections. Commissioners Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda have released a statement disagreeing with the Commission’s decision. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has denied a crypto rulemaking petition filed by US-based […]

Coinbase adds USD transfers for users in Singapore

Coinbase says it now supports USD transfers in Singapore. The exchange’s customers can move US dollars to or from their accounts via SWIFT. Support for USD transfers is part of Coinbase’s plans to expand its services in the key Singapore market. Crypto exchange Coinbase has announced that retail customers in Singapore now have access to […]

Coinbase receives VASP registration in France

Coinbase obtained the Virtual Assets Service Provider (VASP) approval from French regulator Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF). The exchange has approval to offer crypto custody and trading services to retail and institutional investors. Coinbase has received regulatory approval to offer its crypto exchange services and products in France, the firm announced on Thursday. As CoinJournal […]