Coinbase has secured conditional approval from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to charter Coinbase National Trust Company, marking a significant regulatory milestone for the crypto industry in the United States. The move strengthens Coinbase’s position in institutional crypto custody and digital asset infrastructure as Washington gradually opens the door to … Read more
A new crypto-backed mortgage structure is opening the door for homebuyers to use Bitcoin and stablecoins without selling their assets first. For years, the crypto industry has promised that digital assets would eventually move beyond trading screens and become part of everyday finance. This week, that vision took a meaningful step forward. A new mortgage … Read more
U.S.-listed cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is reportedly in early discussions with global derivatives platform Bybit regarding a potential strategic investment partnership, according to multiple industry reports published on March 14, 2026. The talks center on Coinbase potentially acquiring a minority equity stake in Bybit, a move that could reshape competitive dynamics among global crypto exchanges while … Read more
Coinbase has expanded its derivatives footprint in Europe, rolling out regulated crypto futures trading across 26 European countries through its MiFID-licensed entity, Coinbase Financial Services Europe Ltd. The new offering is available on the Coinbase Advanced platform and provides professional and advanced traders access to leveraged futures tied to major digital assets. The derivatives suite … Read more
The global crypto exchange hierarchy has entered a decisive consolidation phase in 2026, with a handful of platforms now controlling the majority of global trading liquidity. Binance, Bybit, OKX, Coinbase, and Kraken continue to dominate exchange rankings, driven by deep liquidity, regulatory positioning, and institutional adoption. This shift reflects a broader structural transition. Crypto exchanges … Read more