Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is prioritizing stablecoins, Ethereum layer-2 Base, and expanding exchange products beyond cryptocurrencies by 2026. The company launched stock trading and prediction markets, rebranded its wallet app, and plans to offer 24/7 trading of stocks and crypto. Rival exchanges are also moving towards becoming “super apps.”

Armstrong predicts banks will demand interest-bearing stablecoin products, framing stablecoins as core financial infrastructure for remittances and settlements. Coinbase also announced plans for onchain prediction markets and 24/7 perpetual futures on crypto and stocks. As exchanges expand their offerings, they are entering the territory of retail brokerages and derivatives venues.

Despite Coinbase’s ambitious plans, security and support issues have clouded its super app push. Base’s approach to creator coins faced backlash, and concerns about security and customer support have been highlighted. The company faced scrutiny in 2025 after disclosing that cybercriminals bribed overseas customer service agents to steal customer data.

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