About Coinbase
Coinbase Global Inc. is the largest publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange in the United States. Founded in 2012, Coinbase provides a trusted and compliant platform for individuals and institutions to buy, sell, store, and trade digital assets.
Our Mission
Coinbase's mission is to create an open financial system for the world. The company is building the cryptoeconomy by providing the most trusted and secure platform for accessing the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
Products & Services
Coinbase offers retail trading through Coinbase.com and the Coinbase mobile app, institutional trading through Coinbase Prime, and custody services through Coinbase Custody. The company also operates Coinbase Wallet and the Base Layer 2 blockchain.
Regulatory Leadership
Coinbase is the first cryptocurrency exchange to go public on NASDAQ (COIN) and is registered as a Money Services Business with FinCEN. The company has been a leader in advocating for clear cryptocurrency regulation in the US and globally.
Global Presence
Headquartered in San Francisco, Coinbase employs 5,000+ people and serves over 100 million verified users across 100+ countries. The company reported $3.1 billion in revenue in 2023, with growing contributions from subscriptions and services.
Leadership
Co-founder Brian Armstrong has served as CEO since the company's founding. Under his leadership, Coinbase has grown from a simple Bitcoin wallet to a global cryptocurrency platform valued at over $50 billion at its peak.