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This week, history was made and wallets shaken! Coinbase witnessed its first AI-to-AI transaction, marking a bold leap into the future where our digital counterparts transact as freely as we do—perhaps even better, considering they don't sweat over exchange rates or lose sleep over stock fluctuations. Now, imagine this: AI agents, previously bound by the need for human hands to fill their digital purses, can now engage directly in the economy. They’re trading "AI tokens" (yes, words and data) like they're passing notes in class, using USDC on the Base blockchain. Smooth, swift, and without a fee in sight! As Brian Armstrong, Coinbase CEO, lights the beacon for an AI-driven economy, it’s clear that these smart systems are gearing up to do business—autonomously. But here’s the twist: If AIs are stepping up to manage their financial dealings, perhaps they could teach a thing or two to the likes of Musk, Gates, Bezos, and, dare we say, other esteemed bozos who've turned the air into gold? The AI economy is here to stay, but whether it’ll empty your pockets or fill them is still up in the air. Let's watch this space—hopefully, it’s velvet-lined and as intelligent as we aspire to be! And hopefully, it will make some of those billionaires redundant. #AI #Crypto #Innovation #DigitalEconomy #TechTrends #FutureIsNow

🚀 5 key lessons to onboard your next wave of crypto users 🚀 Getting into crypto can feel like landing on another planet 🌍, but it doesn't have to be that way! In our latest Chain R3action release, we break down the top onboarding lessons to help you guide newcomers through the complexities of the space: 💸 Ditch traditional finance ideas 🔐 Safety first — always 🏊♂️ Move beyond centralized exchanges 🔥 Prevent burnout with education 🚀 Make onboarding easier for everyone Big thanks to Patrick McCunn for sharing these insights! Dive into these tips! 👇 #Web3 #Crypto #Onboarding #Blockchain #ChainReaction #Education

99% of tech companies use the term “platform” wrong. Coinbase is in the 1% that uses it correctly. A tech platform is infrastructure that other companies, products, and services can be built upon. Sorry, but your SaaS, while a great SaaS product with happy customers, is likely not a platform. Examples of tech companies with platforms: • Microsoft: Windows, Azure, etc. • Apple: iOS • OpenAI: ChatGPT • Staffbase (my former employer): white-labeled employee app and intranet But isn’t Coinbase just a crypto exchange? For most of its history, yes, but it’s about to become something much bigger. Coinbase has launched Base, a Layer 2 blockchain built on top of the reliability of Ethereum, which enables smart contracts. Base is built to handle large amounts of transactions at fast speeds and with little to almost no fees. And with that, and their user-friendly programs, companies, products, and services will be built on top of Base. This makes Coinbase a platform company – arguably one of the most important ones soon. Jesse Pollak, Head of Base, demonstrates below. I know my “Digital Business Model Strategy” professor Dr. Roger Moser would love this - it's a picture perfect digital business model strategy. #DigitalTransformation #BusinessStrategy #Strategy #Coinbase #Blockchain #Innovation #Technology

Excited to see the growth of several of these digital exchange companies that I've been following over the years! It brings me great joy that there are people out there that are on a mission to connect the world across various cultures through innovative, transaction solutions... even if it means going against challenging policies that don't benefit "big daddy" and friends... What I've always loved about crypto is that it gives the little guy a fighting chance in a space, that has been, for years, dominated by corporations, the banking industry, and closed-door political handshakes. In other words, it brings hope to the average consumer, retail, and even startups not afraid to embrace the adoption. This has become a deep passion of mine. I love waking up each day, checking charts, new developments, and hearing success stories! Apart from my personal journey in crypto since 2020, I would love to have a career in this field surrounded by dynamic visionaries that care just as much as I do 😍🙏🏻 So, if you know of anyone looking for passionate individuals to join their team, tell them I'm ready to help keep pushing the envelope 🙂 #crypto #cryptojobs #blockchain #defi #web3 #openforwork #opentoconnect #lookingforjob #marketing #marketingjobs

Good Morning LinkedIn Family! Here are the top news in #Crypto for the past 24 hours Coinbase predicts Genesis' GBTC sell-off will not disrupt the market, expecting funds to stay within the crypto ecosystem. Coinbase Commerce ends native Bitcoin and UTXO coin support, pushing for Lightning Network and account-based transactions. Worldcoin hits new all-time high, doubling to $5.36 after OpenAI's Sora AI model launch, reaching $700M market cap. Vitalik Buterin explores AI for Ethereum code verification to tackle the platform's main technical challenge: bugs in code. FixedFloat crypto exchange reportedly exploited for $26.1M in bitcoin and ether, with the platform currently down for maintenance. ALT Airdrop for Celestia stakers starts Feb 20, with claim portal open until Mar 5. Pixels gifts 20M PIXEL to RON stakers: 10M now, 10M later, with rewards based on staked RON as of Feb 8 snapshot. Japan proposes law allowing VCs to invest in crypto and Web3 startups, aiming to boost local innovation and capital access. Virginia proposes $39K fund for new crypto and AI commissions to foster tech growth and policy development in the state. ARK Invest sells $90M worth of Coinbase shares post-analyst upgrades, despite Q4 performance exceeding expectations. #cryptonews

𝐂𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐈-𝐭𝐨-𝐀𝐈 𝐂𝐫𝐲𝐩𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 1️⃣ 𝐀𝐈 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:: AI agents executed a crypto transaction entirely on their own for the first time. One AI bot used crypto tokens to acquire more tokens from another AI bot. 🤖💸 2️⃣ 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: AI agents can now handle financial transactions using crypto, which opens doors for them to perform tasks like booking flights, managing ads, and more. All without needing a traditional bank account! 🏦➡️🪙 3️⃣ 𝐔𝐒𝐃𝐂 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞: These transactions are powered by USDC on Base, Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2 network. Transactions are instant, global, and free — a game-changer for both AI and humans. 🌐⚡ 4️⃣ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞: Armstrong envisions a future where AI agents participate in economic activities, making them more effective and useful in our daily lives. Think of AI that can not only create content but also promote it by handling payments! 🤯✨ 5️⃣ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭?: Armstrong is pushing for AI systems to be equipped with crypto wallets. This could revolutionize how AI interacts with the economy, bringing us closer to a world where AI does more than just assist — actively participates! 🛠️ Coinbase #cryptonews #airevolution #coinbase #fintech #innovation

🚀 **Crypto's Big Week: U.S. Companies Double Down on Web3** 🚀 The latest developments in the crypto world are proving that major U.S. companies are more committed to blockchain than ever, positioning themselves as leaders in the rapidly evolving Web3 space. Here’s what you need to know: 🔹 **Kraken’s “Ink” Rollup on OP Stack:** Kraken just announced its Layer 2 rollup, "Ink," built on the OP Stack Superchain. This move is set to provide a seamless DeFi experience, integrating staking, spot trading, and self-custody to mirror Kraken’s centralized services. While there’s no token launch yet, Kraken is focusing on regulatory caution, with Ink’s testnet arriving later this year and a full launch expected in Q1 2025. 🔹 **Base’s Decentralization Push:** Base is stepping up its game with the rollout of fault-proof technology, allowing users to challenge network activity, bolstering security and transparency. This milestone solidifies Base as the largest Layer 2 and a frontrunner in the push for decentralization. 🔹 **Stripe’s $1.1B Acquisition of Bridge:** Stripe just made a huge splash by acquiring stablecoin platform Bridge for $1.1B, marking the company’s largest foray into crypto yet. With this acquisition, Stripe is significantly expanding its global payments infrastructure, reinforcing stablecoin adoption and cross-border payment capabilities. What does this mean? Large U.S. companies are **not just observing** crypto — they’re actively shaping the future of decentralized finance. With companies like Kraken, Coinbase, and Stripe making bold moves, we’re seeing a clear path toward mainstream adoption, driven by real-world use cases and infrastructure advancements. 🌐 The crypto space is maturing, and these developments show that traditional financial giants are betting on blockchain in a big way. Stay tuned for what’s next! #Web3 #Crypto #Layer2 #Kraken #Base #Stripe #DeFi #Blockchain #Stablecoins

Some Insight into thing's I have learnt whilst working in crypto... 🔽 As a leader at a #web3 company I'm often asked by people who work in tech roles what it's like working in crypto and am I not concerned about job security? For anyone considering a shift into the world of #web3 this might be helpful. Yes, if you work in crypto your company will inevitably be impacted by market movements, but I think if you look back through 2023 you will see that it doesn't matter what tech firm you work at these risks are always lurking. If giants like Alphabet Inc, Meta, Microsoft and Tesla are laying off hundreds/thousands of people, where exactly would you feel "safe" working in tech? I came from a very "safe" industry before moving into #crypto and my personal view if you park comp/equity for a moment on the most rewarding benefits of working at a crypto firm are these.... 💱 I truly believe that we are part of something big that is shaping the future of finance. #Bitcoin has been around since 2009. Crypto is established enough that it's not going anywhere, but early enough that you can still become a really important part of the journey and shaping a web3 company. 🏧 Crypto brands and challenger banks are forcing traditional banks to upgrade their stack and provide better service. This pressure is helping to evolve banking in traditional finance even if the customer does not interact with crypto. Take your banking app for example, I bet it was terrible until companies like Revolut / Monzo came along and forced them to upgrade. 🌍 We are helping to bank the unbanked. According to the Global Findex Database there is still an estimated 1.4billion people that are unable to access the formal financial system. Meanwhile crypto adoption in unbanked regions of the world is rapidly increasing. This is hugely rewarding. 🧠 You will probably get to work with the most intelligent people you have ever met. 💻 You get to use the most cutting-edge tech, work on innovative projects and really push and test your personal abilities. 🎩 You will wear many hats. Crypto firms are start-ups. They hire people who learn fast, adapt to change and can support other teams outside of the role they are typically hired for. This might not be for everyone but if you are hungry to learn, push yourself and enhance your skills this can be one of the most exciting parts of the job and you may find your role evolves over time into something completely new and unexpected. If you think jumping into the world of crypto is for you, check out our roles at https://lnkd.in/gr7PqPA or connect with me and reach out.

LO Tech is thrilled to announce our strategic integration with Coinbase, making us an authorised distributor of Coinbase Exchange market data. This integrates Coinbase's market data into our tick-level, standardised services, providing seamless access to historical and real-time data via a single API. At LO Tech, we prioritise data accuracy and integrity, enabling rapid, error-free decision-making for our clients. Our comprehensive data delivery options include daily CSV files, Websocket Replay for historical data, and a REST API for tick-level queries. "LO Tech is excited to integrate with Coinbase," said Tim Meggs, CEO of LO Tech. "This collaboration highlights our commitment to delivering the most accurate and reliable market data services." LO Tech is a leading high-frequency market-making firm, offering cutting-edge market data, trading analytics, and execution algorithms. Our trading-adjacent services are built with the belief that great trading firms make better trading services, empowering institutions with the tools needed for first class research, analysis and execution. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/dtKwPrtf or contact us at hello@lo.tech. #Crypto #Blockchain #MarketData #LOTech #Coinbase #Fintech #Trading #Partnership

📰 𝐄1 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭: 𝐔𝐧𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤'𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐖𝐞𝐛2/𝐖𝐞𝐛3 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬: 🐞 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐮𝐠 𝐀𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤: A critical bug in the Cosmos network was patched after discovery by Asymmetric Research, potentially averting massive financial risk amounting to $150 million. 📊 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐢𝐧 & 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐮𝐦 𝐄𝐓𝐅𝐬: Hong Kong's Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are set to commence trading on April 30th, marking a significant step towards mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrencies in the region. 🏛️ 𝐁𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐢𝐤𝐓𝐨𝐤 𝐁𝐚𝐧: President Joe Biden signed a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok, intensifying threats to the company's U.S. operations. ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, has 270 days to sell TikTok or face removal from U.S. app stores and internet hosting services. 🖥️ 𝐈𝐁𝐌 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩 𝐢𝐧 $6.4𝐁 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥: IBM announces plans to acquire HashiCorp in a $6.4 billion deal amid Q1 2024 revenue missing expectations, marking a strategic move to bolster its cloud computing capabilities. 🧵𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐚'𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 150𝐌 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬: During Meta's earnings call, Mark Zuckerberg reveals that Meta's Threads app has surpassed 150 million monthly users, indicating significant growth since February. ⚖️ 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐢 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐨-𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬: The co-founders of cryptocurrency mixer Samourai Wallet, Keonne Rodriguez and William Hill, are arrested by the United States Justice Department on charges of money laundering, potentially facing substantial prison sentences. 📲 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐄𝐂 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩: The Philippines SEC instructs Google and Apple to remove the Binance app from their app stores within the country due to concerns about security threats and regulatory violations. Stay tuned for more updates and insights in the next edition of E1 Scout Digest! 🚀 #E1 #web3 #crypto #blockchain #latestnews