Started in 2012, Coinbase is the largest centralized cryptocurrency exchange (CEX) in the US, based in San Francisco, California. Coinbase operates in over 100 countries around the world, offering hundreds of digital assets for trading across multiple markets. In 2021, Coinbase became the first major cryptocurrency exchange to go public on the NASDAQ, solidifying its position as a key pillar of the regulated crypto ecosystem.
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“Coinbase's stock surged after the exchange reported record quarterly revenue driven by a spike in Bitcoin and Ethereum trading volume.”