Coinbase

Coinbase is a United States-based cryptocurrency exchange platform founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. As of 2025, it operates the largest U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange with over 108 million customers globally. The company became the first publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange in the United States and was added to the S&P 500 index in May 2025. Coinbase provides a secure online platform for buying, selling, trading, storing, and staking digital assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and over 150 other cryptocurrencies. The platform serves both retail and institutional investors through multiple product offerings including Coinbase Advanced for professional traders, Coinbase Wallet for accessing decentralized applications, Coinbase Card for spending cryptocurrency, and staking services. The company also operates Coinbase International Exchange through its Bermuda-based entity, which provides perpetual futures and derivatives trading for non-U.S. institutional clients. Coinbase is regulated by multiple U.S. authorities including the New York State Department of Financial Services and operates in over 100 countries worldwide. The company maintains robust security measures including two-factor authentication, biometric logins, and cold storage for the majority of customer funds. In Mexico, Coinbase offers limited services primarily focused on sending and receiving cryptocurrencies. The company launched a remittance pilot program in 2022 allowing Mexican users to cash out cryptocurrency at over 37,000 physical retail outlets across the country. However, Coinbase does not support Mexican pesos directly and services are not specifically tailored for the Mexican market, operating under regulatory uncertainty in the country. The platform has posted a Country Manager position for Mexico, indicating ongoing efforts to expand its presence in the market.