Coinbase Opens Trading Services for HNT, BLUR, ARB and Other Tokens to German Residents
Coinbase has opened HNT, BLUR, ARB and other token trading services to German residents. Users can log in to Coinbase’s official website, iOS and Android apps to buy, sell, convert, send, receive or store the above assets.
The Paradigm Address Unstaked 3,000 MKR 10 Hours Ago, Worth About $3.37 Million
According to Lookonchain monitoring, the Paradigm address unstaked 3,000 MKR (approximately $3.37 million) 10 hours ago. It is reported that on March 16, Paradigm transferred 26,625 MKR (approximately US$19.8 million) to Coinbase.
Ripple CLO Says XRP Ruling Could Impact SEC Cases Against Coinbase and Binance
Stuart Alderoty, Ripple's CLO, has stated that the recent ruling in the XRP securities case could have implications for ongoing cases against Coinbase and Binance initiated by the SEC. Alderoty believes that the ruling will play well in both cases and that the SEC will lose if it claims assets are securities in their own right. Despite this, Alderoty does not believe that the SEC will end its attempts to regulate the crypto sector through enforcement. He also emphasized Ripple's separation from XRP and discussed the possibility of the SEC appealing other parts of the case.
Coinbase Lists 8 Altcoins for Trading in Germany, Dogecoin Continues to Rise
Coinbase, the leading US-based cryptocurrency exchange, has announced that eight altcoins are now available for trading in Germany. These tokens include Helium (HNT), Blur (BLUR), Arbitrum (ARB), MultiversX (EGLD), 00 Token (00), Audius (AUDIO), Lido DAO (LDO), and Automata (ATA). Users can buy, sell, convert, send, receive, or store these assets on Coinbase.com and the Coinbase iOS and Android apps. Meanwhile, Dogecoin's price continues to rise following its Twitter rebranding to X and speculation about its potential integration as a payment currency on X Payments.
Coinbase Urges Regulatory Clarity in Australia to Establish Itself as a Major Web3 Hub
During a Senate hearing on July 25, Coinbase's Chief Policy Officer, Faryar Shirazad, emphasized the importance of regulatory clarity in Australia to establish itself as a major web3 hub. He urged lawmakers to act quickly, citing the upcoming implementation of the Markets In Crypto Assets Regulation (MICA) in Europe. Shirazad stated that the sooner Australia acts, the sooner Coinbase can tailor its products and infrastructure to the Australian market. The Digital Asset (Market Regulation) Bill 2023, introduced by Senator Andrew Bragg, aims to define key terms and issues around the market and protect digital asset consumers. However, the bill's progress has been slow, and Australia currently trails behind other jurisdictions like Europe and Hong Kong in rolling out specific regulations and licensing regimes.
Coinbase's VIP Access Program Attracts Olympians, Veterans, and Crypto Influencers
Coinbase's VIP hiring program, which aims to attract highly-talented crypto enthusiasts with extraordinary abilities, has received 283 applications from around the world. The program is looking for people with specific skill sets and experience, including experience in elite armed forces, winners of chess tournaments, coding or video game competitions, crypto influencers with a large following on social media, crypto project founders, entrepreneurs, and holders of an O-1 Visa. The majority of the applications came from North America, with 39 from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, 13 from India, and 10 from the Asia Pacific region.
US Lawmakers Renew Focus on Crypto Regulatory Clarity, Says Coinbase CEO
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has stated that US lawmakers are increasingly focused on regulatory clarity in the crypto space after discussions with key officials. Armstrong met with lawmakers on July 20 ahead of discussions and votes on legislation aimed at providing regulatory clarity on digital assets.
Introducing the Coinbase Gift Card: A Prepaid Card for Accessing and Utilizing Funds on the Coinbase Platform
As more people shift away from cash and checks, Coinbase has introduced a gift card that allows users to access and use funds on their platform. The prepaid digital voucher holds a specific value in cryptocurrency and can be purchased from online marketplaces like Paxful and Bitrefill, or from local retailers in certain regions. While the card is restricted to the Coinbase platform and is non-refundable, it offers benefits such as ease of use, security, and a unique gifting opportunity. To redeem the card, users can visit the Coinbase website or use the mobile app and add the gift card number and PIN under "Payment methods" in their profile settings. It's important to keep the gift card code secure to avoid losing the associated funds.
Coinbase vs SEC Legal Battle Reaches Critical Phase with Key Deadlines Set
The legal dispute between Coinbase and the SEC has entered a crucial phase, with Judge Failla setting deadlines for submissions. Coinbase must submit legal briefs outlining its arguments, evidence, and supporting documents by August 4, 2023, while interested parties can submit amicus briefs by August 11.
a16z Deposited 1,380 MKR to Coinbase Again
a16z deposited 1,380 $MKR ($1.52M) to #Coinbase again via address "0x1279" 15 mins ago.Address"0x1279" currently holds 5,520 $MKR ($6M).
