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DeFi Evolves: Coinbase Integrates Solana and Expands Trading Horizons

Coinbase has announced a major expansion of its platform, integrating decentralized finance (DeFi) on Solana while also introducing traditional stock trading for U.S. customers.

During a recent livestreamed event, Coinbase highlighted over a dozen new products, including prediction markets and a platform for tokenizing real-world assets.

As a commission-free brokerage, the exchange plans to support thousands of equities and ETFs in the forthcoming months, marking a significant step in enabling tokenized stock trading.

Coinbase's Head of Trading, Scott Shapiro, mentioned that their tokenization model would allow market participants to efficiently handle traditional shares across various blockchains.

The anticipated addition of perpetual futures tied to stocks underscores Coinbase's intent to broaden its trading offerings beyond crypto assets.

Additionally, U.S. users can now trade any asset from Solana-based decentralized exchanges within Coinbase’s mobile app, expanding access to a greater variety of digital currencies.

The integration of an AI-driven advisor for wealth management and the ability for companies to create custom stablecoins further illustrates Coinbase's innovative approach to finance.

Analysts predict that Coinbase could generate approximately $230 million annually from its new prediction markets feature, although there are concerns about user liquidity.

With its stock hovering around $244, Coinbase continues to shape its future direction despite a slight year-to-date decline in share price.

This comprehensive update positions Coinbase at the forefront of integrating traditional finance with DeFi, enhancing its role in the evolving landscape of digital assets.