Coinbase Wallet Evolves into the Ultimate ’Everything App’ for Crypto
Coinbase just flipped the script—again. Its wallet isn't just for crypto anymore; it's morphing into a one-stop-shop for everything Web3. Think payments, NFTs, DeFi, and even social interactions—all under one roof.
Why settle for a wallet when you can have a Swiss Army knife?
The move signals Coinbase's野心 to dominate the 'super app' race, leaving rivals scrambling. No more juggling five apps to manage your digital life—just one sleek interface. TradFi banks, take notes: this is how you stay relevant in 2025.
Of course, skeptics will call it overreach—because when has 'doing everything' ever backfired in crypto? *cough* Terra *cough*.
‘Every Post is a Coin’
The Base App’s social feed is powered by, a decentralized social media protocol, “which means creators can own their content and earn directly” from it, thus doing away with relying on brand deals or followings, the team claims.
The announcement explains that every post on the app is actually a coin, a feature powered by the creative platform. Therefore, users can buy this content directly.
Moreover, users will have the option to support the creators by tipping them. Top creators who post often and engage with the community will “earn weekly rewards for a limited time.”
Lastly, the decentralized communications network and messaging servicepowers the end-to-end encrypted Chat feature. It allows users to send money, balance portfolios, share apps, and message AI agents likeand.
Meanwhile,partnered with Coinbase andin June, allowing merchants to accept USDC payments directly through Shopify Payments and Shop Pay.
With this latest move, Base Pay is now available to Shopify merchants as a new payment method.
That said, Base now comprises three key elements, says the exchange. The first is(formerly ‘Base’), which acts as the foundation of the three-part system.
Moreover, “with today’s mainnet launch of[upgrade], we’re reducing effective block times from 2 seconds to just 200 milliseconds, making Base Chain 10x faster,” the announcement noted.
The second key element is, which provides builders with tools and support for their onchain endeavors. The new Base for Builders dashboard will help them create and monetize their mini apps, says the team.
The new Base App is the third element, powered by Base Account, which works across apps and chains. It will “soon” expand to more platforms, it says.
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