Coinbase Cements Its Influence: Named Among Time’s 100 Most Influential Companies in 2025

Coinbase has achieved a significant milestone by being named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential Companies in 2025. This recognition underscores the exchange's pivotal role in the cryptocurrency industry, following its historic inclusion in the S&P 500 earlier this year—a first for any crypto-native firm. The company's aggressive political lobbying during the recent U.S. election cycle has also positioned digital assets as a critical issue for voters, further solidifying its influence in the financial and political landscapes.

Coinbase Named Among Time’s 100 Most Influential Companies in 2025

Coinbase has secured a spot on Time magazine's 2025 list of the 100 Most Influential Companies, cementing its role as a cornerstone of the cryptocurrency industry. The recognition follows the exchange's historic inclusion in the S&P 500 earlier this year—a first for any crypto-native firm.

The company's aggressive political lobbying during the recent U.S. election cycle transformed digital assets into a pivotal voting issue. "Coinbase led a massive lobbying campaign that made crypto a ballot-box concern," Time noted, highlighting the firm's growing influence in Washington D.C. policy debates.

Despite serving over 100 million users globally since its 2012 founding, Coinbase faces mounting challenges. Blockchain investigators continue flagging security vulnerabilities, with reported user losses exceeding hundreds of millions annually. Regulatory scrutiny persists as the SEC maintains an active civil enforcement probe against the exchange.

Brian Armstrong Highlights Institutional Crypto Growth via Coinbase Prime and ETFs

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has underscored a dramatic surge in institutional cryptocurrency adoption, fueled by the rise of exchange-traded funds and widespread use of Coinbase Prime. Eight of the top ten publicly traded companies holding Bitcoin now depend on Coinbase for custody and execution—a resounding endorsement of its institutional infrastructure.

The firm dominates the $140 billion crypto ETF market, securing 81% of assets under custody. With over 50 new ETF filings tracked in 2025, demand for regulated crypto exposure shows no signs of slowing. Spot bitcoin ETFs alone attracted $1.3 billion in inflows last week, extending a 14-day net inflow streak to $4.6 billion.

Coinbase’s position as the backbone of U.S. institutional crypto infrastructure appears unshakable. Traditional finance’s deepening engagement with digital assets reflects a broader shift—Wall Street is no longer knocking on crypto’s door; it’s setting up shop.