Coinbase's new Base app combines wallet functionalities with social media, trading, and payment features, aiming to enhance user engagement and economic freedom.
Coinbase has launched its new Base app, rebranding its Coinbase Wallet into an 'everything app' that integrates crypto trading, payments, and social media functionalities. Announced at the 'A New Day One' conference, the Base app supports mini apps on its Ethereum layer-2 blockchain and aims to enhance economic freedom and innovation. Key features include an open social network, integrated trading, NFC payments, and encrypted messaging. This development positions Coinbase alongside other companies developing super apps, such as Meta and WeChat.