Base, the Ethereum Layer 2 rollup developed by crypto exchange Coinbase, is already making a name for itself in the market. The blockchain’s Total Value Locked (TVL) has been on a rapid rise over the last few weeks, rising triple-digits in just the last two weeks alone. So the question now is, what’s driving the…
The world of cryptocurrency exchanges, often clouded with volatility and competition, has recently been witnessing a distinct shift in dynamics, particularly as a Kraken is taking the lead in the US altcoin trading space. The latest data reveals Kraken, the California-based crypto exchange, is now dominating its rivals, specifically Coinbase, in the altcoin market. Dominating…
Recent data from CryptoQuant on August 7 shows that few Bitcoin holders are moving coins away from centralized cryptocurrency exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. Despite BTC prices increasing in recent weeks and teetering close to the $30,000 psychological level, this observation is accurate. More Bitcoin Held in Exchanges As of July 28, there were 30,663 addresses…
On July 30, a meme coin called BaldBaseBald (BALD) launched on Base Network, Coinbase’s new Layer 2 built on Optimism. The coin referenced Brian Armstrong, Coinbase’s “bald” founder, and quickly became a coordination point for speculators on the frontier chain. Within two days, the token had reached a market cap of $100 million, with over…
After a shocking revelation by CEO Brian Armstrong, Coinbase, the Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange, saw its share price plummet by more than 10%. The reason: a controversial request from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prior to the lawsuit against Coinbase. The SEC’s demand? That Coinbase halts trading in all cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin. Brian…
ARK Invest CEO and crypto proponent Cathie Wood says that Bitcoin is set to grow massively as a store of value following the recent bank collapses. She believes that Bitcoin’s stability and a huge rally in the wake of US regional banks collapsing is a major testament to the fact that Bitcoin is the future…
Data shows the Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Gap has turned negative recently, a sign that large US-based investors may be selling currently. Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Gap Has Remained Near Neutral For A While Now As pointed out by an analyst in a CryptoQuant post, the interest from US investors in the asset has declined during the…
Coinbase, America’s largest crypto exchange, is winding down its Borrow program and has given borrowers four months to repay their loans. Coinbase To Shut Down Borrow Program The Coinbase Borrow program allowed eligible Coinbase customers in certain US states to borrow up to $1 million worth of US dollars by putting up bitcoin or other…
Cathie Wood, the CEO of ARK Investment Management, has reaffirmed her bullish stance on Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, despite ARK’s recent sale of COIN stocks. Wood’s optimism comes in the wake of Ripple’s partial victory over the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on July 13. This ruling, while not entirely in favor…
Cathie Wood’s investment firm, Ark Invest, has made significant moves in its holdings of Coinbase shares, selling over $50 million worth of shares as the cryptocurrency exchange’s stock continues to surge. This marked the second time in a week that Ark Invest reduced its stake in Coinbase, reflecting its active management approach amid a backdrop…