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Coinbase Claims Over 80% of U.S. Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Assets

Armstrong highlights Coinbase’s dominant role as custodian for top institutions, with 2025 ETF inflows peaking at $31 billion across U.S. Bitcoin and Ethereum products.

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Summary

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced that the exchange holds more than 80% of U.S.-based Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF assets, reaching a $31 billion inflow peak in 2025. The company acts as designated custodian for leading financial and governmental institutions, underscoring its pivotal role in regulated crypto markets. Coinbase emphasizes security and innovation in its operations, reinforcing its position as the primary custodian for U.S. crypto ETFs.

Terms & Concepts
  • Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF): A regulated investment fund traded on stock exchanges, which tracks the price of an underlying asset such as Bitcoin or Ethereum.
  • Custodian: An entity responsible for safeguarding assets on behalf of investors or institutions, including the secure management of digital assets.
  • Bitcoin: A decentralized digital currency that enables peer-to-peer transactions without a central authority, secured by blockchain technology.