In the fast-moving crypto world, staying current is a constant challenge. Coinbase has long been the gold standard for onboarding retail users and institutions into the space. While their exchange pedigree has never been challenged, building credibility with degens and hardcore builders has been tougher. Now, their strategy is becoming clearer: they're leveling up to become a true powerhouse by leveraging their Layer 2 (L2) platform, Base, as the go-to hub for token launches and decentralized...

In the fast-moving crypto world, staying current is a constant challenge. Coinbase has long been the gold standard for onboarding retail users and institutions into the space. While their exchange pedigree has never been challenged, building credibility with degens and hardcore builders has been tougher. Now, their strategy is becoming clearer: they're leveling up to become a true powerhouse by leveraging their Layer 2 (L2) platform, Base, as the go-to hub for token launches and decentralized...