Emma Collins
24 articles on Base Daily News
Editor-in-chief, Bitcoin World News.
Articles by Emma Collins
Base DeFi Expands as Tokenized Stocks and AI Payments Gain Ground
Base’s DeFi ecosystem is expanding through lending, decentralized trading, tokenized equities, and AI-driven payments. A reported September 2026 total value locked of $18.5 billion highlights the growing interest in onchain financial services, while new integrations connect traditional assets with blockchain-based applications.
Coinbase Ireland Agrees to €3.25M Fine Over Safeguarding Failures
Coinbase Ireland Limited has agreed to pay a €3.25 million fine following a settlement with the Central Bank of Ireland over historical customer-fund safeguarding and outsourcing failures. Coinbase says it has resolved the issues and that no customer suffered financial losses or lost access to funds.
Base Active Addresses Rise 50% as Transactions and Fees Decline
Base active addresses climbed another 50%, even as transaction activity fell 8.7% and dollar-denominated user fees declined 20% on October 22. The mixed performance came as a GMGN trading competition continued on the Ethereum Layer 2 network.
Base Active Addresses Jump 82.5% to 629,142 High
Base active addresses surged 82.5% to 629,142 on Oct. 21, marking a 30-day high. Transactions and user-paid fees also rose during the session, signaling stronger onchain activity on the Ethereum Layer 2 and renewed engagement across wallets and applications.
Coinbase Builds Data Quality Platform to Improve Reliability and Accountability
Coinbase developed its Data Quality Observability Platform (DQOP) to make data checks visible, accessible, and accountable across teams. Launched in Q1 2025, the system separates individual quality checks from service-level agreements and uses composite scores to summarize data health.
Kazakhstan Court Restricts Coinbase, BingX and Four Other Crypto Platforms
Kazakhstan’s Astana International Financial Centre court has restricted six crypto platforms accused of operating without the required authorization. The injunctions also cover app-store operators Google and Apple, while nine other platforms avoided enforcement after voluntarily restricting access in the country.
Coinbase Partners With Thunes to Expand Stablecoin Payouts
Coinbase has partnered with Thunes to connect stablecoin infrastructure with local bank accounts and mobile-wallet payout networks. The companies have not yet announced a launch date or confirmed which markets will be supported.
Base Expands Stablecoin Lending and Tokenized Stocks as DeFi TVL Reaches $6.1B
Base is expanding its decentralized finance ecosystem with Earn & Borrow, new tokenized stock products, stablecoin payment services and AI-powered applications. The network now ranks second among blockchain networks by DeFi total value locked, with $6.1 billion, while developers continue launching new financial tools.
Coinbase Reactivates CoinbaseAssets for Official Listing Announcements
Coinbase is bringing back @CoinbaseAssets as its dedicated X account for official asset announcements, including listings, delistings, availability changes and network updates. @CoinbaseMarkets will continue focusing on market insights, trading content, product updates and education.
Coinbase Calls for Early Bitcoin Quantum Protection Plan
Coinbase is urging the Bitcoin ecosystem to begin preparing for future quantum-computing threats before they become an immediate security risk. Its proposals include flexible transaction formats, staged adoption of quantum-resistant signatures, and a separate discussion about long-dormant or potentially vulnerable bitcoin.
Base Overtakes Solana in DeFi TVL as Ethereum Leads With $51.9B
Base has edged ahead of Solana in total value locked, with $6.27 billion compared with Solana’s $6.26 billion. Ethereum remains the largest of the three ecosystems by this metric, with $51.9 billion in TVL.
Coinbase Completes Deribit Integration, Expanding Institutional Crypto Options Access
Coinbase has completed the integration of Deribit and Coinbase International Exchange, moving international institutional clients to a unified derivatives platform. US-based Coinbase Prime clients are expected to gain access to crypto options through a separate rollout.
AERO Jumps 48% in Four Weeks as Aero Multichain Launch Nears
Aerodrome Finance’s AERO token gained 48.1% over four weeks through October 10, outperforming Bitcoin and Ether. The rally comes as the Base-based decentralized exchange prepares for the October 21 launch of Aero, a planned multichain platform combining Aerodrome and Velodrome.
Coinbase Cryptographer Rejects Ethereum Researcher's AI Crypto Warning as FUD
Coinbase cryptographer Yehuda Lindell has challenged Justin Drake’s warning that AI could accelerate attacks on crypto signatures. Vitalik Buterin agrees that AI-driven cryptanalysis deserves attention but urges caution over immediate wallet migrations.
US Government Moves $770M in Seized Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime
The US government transferred 9,261 BTC worth about $770 million to Coinbase Prime, including 2,456 BTC from previously unknown holdings that may be linked to new law enforcement seizures.
Coinbase Pro Returns After Deribit Integration
Coinbase plans to bring back Coinbase Pro by the end of 2026 after completing its Deribit integration. The move creates Coinbase Global Exchange and expands access to options, perpetuals, spot margin and unified portfolios.
Bitcoin Outlook Brightens as CFTC OKs Coinbase Clearinghouse
Bitcoin gained a fresh policy tailwind as the CFTC approved Coinbase’s own clearinghouse, signaling regulatory progress that could draw more institutional capital. At the same time, SEC custody proposals may let advisors support direct Bitcoin ownership, setting up two parallel rails—ETFs and self-custody—that can grow together.
Base TVL Hits $6.27B as Ethereum Layer 2 Reaches New High
Base has reached a new all-time high of $6.27 billion in total value locked, according to the latest update from Base. The milestone highlights continued growth in liquidity across the Coinbase-backed Ethereum Layer 2.
Former Georgia Banker Charged in $931,500 Coinbase Fraud Case
Former Ameris Bank banker Mercedes Henry faces federal charges after prosecutors alleged she used six customers’ banking information to facilitate about $931,500 in transfers to Coinbase accounts controlled by co-conspirators.
El Salvador Reportedly Builds Digital Dollar App on Coinbase’s Base
El Salvador is reportedly developing a government-backed application for sending and holding digital dollars on Coinbase’s Base network, marking a new phase in the country’s digital-asset strategy.
Chainlink Launches CCIP 2.0 With Custom Cross-Chain Security Controls
Chainlink has launched CCIP 2.0 with configurable verification options that allow applications to add their own security checks to cross-chain transfers. The upgrade follows the $292 million KelpDAO bridge exploit, which highlighted the risks of relying on a single verifier.
Base DeFi TVL Hits $6.2B as Tokenized Stocks Expand Across Aave
Base’s DeFi total value locked reached a record $6.2 billion last week as tokenized stocks expanded across Aave V4. The network also saw new lending, trading, agent and onchain asset launches.
Coinbase Tokenized Stocks Go Live on Aave V4 on Base
Coinbase Tokenized Stocks are now available on Aave V4 on Base, allowing eligible users to use seven tokenized U.S. stocks as collateral to borrow USDC.
UK Finance Ends Coinbase Membership After Eligibility Review
UK Finance has ended Coinbase’s membership after reviewing its membership criteria, according to Bloomberg. The decision comes as the UK prepares for a new regulatory framework for cryptoasset firms.
