Coinbase to Launch Stock, Derivatives Trading, Prediction Markets, and More
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced the official rollout of in-app stock trading, reinforcing the company’s push to integrate traditional equities into its blockchain-based 24/7 trading ecosystem.
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Summary
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong confirmed that in-app stock trading has officially launched on the platform. This rollout builds on the company’s December 2024 announcement introducing tokenized stock trading, USD and USDC-based equity trading, prediction markets, Solana DEX integration, and AI-driven investment tools. Armstrong emphasized the goal of creating 24/7 global markets, bridging the efficiency gap between traditional stock markets and the cryptocurrency sector.
Terms & Concepts
- Stock Trading: The buying and selling of shares in publicly listed companies through a regulated marketplace.
- Tokenized Asset: A digital representation of a real-world asset, such as stocks or commodities, recorded on a blockchain for easier transfer and trading.