Coinbase Global Inc., the largest publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, remains a cornerstone of the digital asset ecosystem despite recent market headwinds. Founded in 2012, the company has grown from a simple Bitcoin wallet to a comprehensive platform offering trading, custody, staking, stablecoins and institutional services, while its Base layer-2 network continues to evolve.

As crypto markets face a February 2026 downturn — with Bitcoin down significantly from late-2025 highs — Coinbase reported a Q4 2025 earnings miss on Feb. 12 but highlighted resilience in subscription revenue and retail accumulation. CEO Brian Armstrong emphasized retail users “buying the dip” with “diamond hands,” and the…