Cryptocurrency Exchange

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  Coinbase

  San Francisco, California, United States

  Coinbase Global, Inc. is the largest publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, providing a secure platform for individuals, institutions, and developers to buy, sell, store, and transact in digital assets. Founded in June 2012 by Brian Armstrong and Fred Ehrsam, the company began as a simple bitcoin buying service and has grown to serve over 100 million users across more than 100 countries. As of 2024, Coinbase is the world’s biggest bitcoin custodian, holding nearly 12% of all bitcoin in existence and 11% of all staked Ether, with total custodial assets exceeding US$516 billion. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Coinbase operates as a remote-first organization and is listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker COIN. The company’s product suite spans retail and institutional offerings, including the flagship Coinbase app, Coinbase Prime (for institutions), Coinbase Wallet (self-custody), USD Coin (a regulated stablecoin), and Coinbase Advanced (for professional traders). Revenue in 2024 reached US$6.56 billion, driven primarily by transaction fees and subscription services. With a workforce of approximately 3,772 employees, Coinbase has differentiated itself through a compliance-first approach, regulatory licensing, and a focus on building the 'cryptoeconomy' infrastructure.