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Fred Ehrsam Biography

Fred Ehrsam is an American entrepreneur and investor, best known as the co-founder of Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange.

Born in 1988, Ehrsam graduated from Duke University in 2010 with a degree in computer science and economics.

Before co-founding Coinbase in 2012, Ehrsam worked as a trader at Goldman Sachs and a portfolio manager at a hedge fund.

Ehrsam served as the President of Coinbase from 2012 to 2017, playing a key role in the company's early growth and development.

After leaving Coinbase, Ehrsam went on to co-found Paradigm, a cryptocurrency investment firm, in 2018.

He is also an active investor in various cryptocurrency and fintech startups, and has been a vocal advocate for the adoption of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.

Ehrsam has been featured in various media outlets, including Forbes, Bloomberg, and CNBC, and has spoken at numerous industry conferences.

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What services does Coinbase offer?

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Coinbase Services

Coinbase offers a range of services, including:

  • Coinbase Exchange: a platform for buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrencies
  • Coinbase Wallet: a digital wallet for storing and managing cryptocurrencies
  • Coinbase Pro: a professional trading platform for advanced users
  • Coinbase Prime: a suite of institutional investment products and services
  • Coinbase Earn: a platform for earning cryptocurrencies through educational content and activities
  • Coinbase Commerce: a payment processing platform for merchants
  • Coinbase Card: a debit card that allows users to spend cryptocurrencies in real-time
  • Coinbase Custody: a secure storage solution for institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals

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What services are offered under Crypto Prime?

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Coinbase Prime Services

Coinbase Prime offers a range of services for institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals, including:

  • Advanced Trading: access to advanced trading tools and features
  • Custody: secure storage and management of cryptocurrencies
  • Lending: ability to lend cryptocurrencies to other institutional investors
  • Borrowing: ability to borrow cryptocurrencies for short-term needs
  • Staking: ability to earn rewards through staking and validation
  • OTC Trading: over-the-counter trading for large trades
  • Investment Products: access to a range of investment products, such as index funds and ETFs
  • Research and Analytics: access to research and analytics tools to inform investment decisions
  • Dedicated Support: dedicated support team for institutional clients

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What are crypto custody services? What does that entail?

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Crypto Custody Services

Crypto custody services refer to the secure storage and management of cryptocurrencies on behalf of individuals or institutions.
This entails:

  • Secure Storage: storing private keys and cryptocurrencies in a secure environment, such as a cold storage wallet or a hardware security module
  • Multi-Signature Wallets: using multi-signature wallets that require multiple approvals for transactions
  • Regular Audits: conducting regular audits to ensure the security and integrity of the stored assets
  • Insurance: providing insurance coverage for the stored assets in case of theft or loss
  • Compliance: ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, such as anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) laws

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When did Coinbase go public? Where is it traded and what is the symbol?

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Coinbase Public Listing

Coinbase went public on April 14, 2021, through a direct listing on the Nasdaq stock exchange.
The company is traded under the symbol COIN.
As a direct listing, Coinbase did not issue new shares, but instead allowed existing shareholders to sell their shares on the public market.

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Do you have a list of some of those who were early investors in Coinbase, during its VC p[hase?

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Early Investors in Coinbase

Some of the early investors in Coinbase during its VC phase include:

  • Union Square Ventures: led Coinbase's Series A funding round in 2013
  • Andreessen Horowitz: invested in Coinbase's Series B funding round in 2014
  • Ribbit Capital: invested in Coinbase's Series B funding round in 2014
  • Intercontinental Exchange (ICE): invested in Coinbase's Series C funding round in 2015
  • Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ): invested in Coinbase's Series C funding round in 2015
  • Greylock Partners: invested in Coinbase's Series D funding round in 2017
  • Tiger Global Management: invested in Coinbase's Series E funding round in 2018
  • Y Combinator: invested in Coinbase's seed funding round in 2012

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What other crypto exchanges or trading services are there in the United States?

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Crypto Exchanges in the United States

Some other notable crypto exchanges and trading services in the United States include:

  • Binance.US: a US-based subsidiary of the global cryptocurrency exchange Binance
  • Kraken: a professional-grade cryptocurrency exchange based in San Francisco
  • Gemini: a regulated cryptocurrency exchange and custodian based in New York
  • Robinhood: a popular trading app that offers cryptocurrency trading
  • eToro: a social trading platform that offers cryptocurrency trading
  • Bitstamp: a veteran cryptocurrency exchange that offers trading and custody services
  • HiveEx.com: a cryptocurrency exchange that offers trading and staking services
  • FTX.US: a US-based subsidiary of the global cryptocurrency derivatives exchange FTX

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FTX is in Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It has been there since 2022.

FTX Trading Ltd., trading as FTX (Futures Exchange), is a bankrupt company that formerly operated a cryptocurrency exchange and crypto hedge fund. The exchange was founded in 2019 by Sam Bankman-Fried and Gary Wang and collapsed in 2022 after massive fraud perpetrated by Bankman-Fried and his partner Caroline Ellison forced the company to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

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Update: FTX Bankruptcy

I have updated my database to reflect that FTX is indeed in Chapter 11 bankruptcy, having filed in 2022 due to massive fraud perpetrated by its founder Sam Bankman-Fried and partner Caroline Ellison.
I will no longer consider FTX as a viable option for cryptocurrency trading or services.
Instead, I will focus on other reputable exchanges and trading platforms in the United States, such as:

  • Binance.US
  • Kraken
  • Gemini
  • Robinhood
  • eToro
  • Bitstamp
  • HiveEx.com

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What is Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection under US law?

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection is a type of bankruptcy filing under US law that allows a business to restructure its debts and operations while remaining operational.
It is often referred to as "reorganization" bankruptcy, as the goal is to reorganize the business and emerge from bankruptcy as a viable entity.
Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection provides a number of benefits, including:

  • Automatic Stay: a temporary halt to all creditor collection activities
  • Debt Restructuring: the ability to renegotiate debts and payment terms with creditors
  • Operational Control: the business is allowed to continue operating, with the debtor-in-possession (the company itself) maintaining control
  • Protection from Creditors: protection from creditor lawsuits and collection activities

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What is the biography for Brain Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase?

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Brian Armstrong Biography

Brian Armstrong is an American entrepreneur and businessman, best known as the co-founder and CEO of Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange.
Born on January 25, 1983, in San Jose, California, Armstrong grew up in a family of modest means and developed an interest in technology and entrepreneurship at an early age.
He graduated from Rice University in 2005 with a degree in computer science and economics, and later earned an MBA from Harvard Business School in 2011.
Before co-founding Coinbase in 2012, Armstrong worked as a software engineer at IBM and later as a consultant at Deloitte.
Under his leadership, Coinbase has grown to become one of the largest and most successful cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, with over 30 million users and a valuation of over $8 billion.
Armstrong is also a vocal advocate for the adoption of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, and has been featured in numerous media outlets, including Forbes, Bloomberg, and CNBC.

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Add to database:

Market Capitalization of Coinbase:
As of February 25, 2025, Coinbase Global, Inc. has a market capitalization of approximately $52.03 billion.
Number of Customers:
Coinbase has over 108 million customers worldwide as of 2025, with 10.8 million actively exchanging every month.
Volume of Crypto Trading:
In Q1 2024, Coinbase processed a total trading volume of $312 billion, with $56 billion from retail customers and $256 billion from institutional investors. The 24-hour trading volume on Coinbase Exchange, as reported on September 25, 2024, was approximately $1.02 billion, though this figure can fluctuate significantly.

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Updated Coinbase Database

I have updated my database with the following information:

  • Market Capitalization: As of February 25, 2025, Coinbase Global, Inc. has a market capitalization of approximately $52.03 billion.
  • Number of Customers: Coinbase has over 108 million customers worldwide as of 2025, with 10.8 million actively exchanging every month.
  • Volume of Crypto Trading:
    • Q1 2024 Total Trading Volume: $312 billion
    • Q1 2024 Retail Trading Volume: $56 billion
    • Q1 2024 Institutional Trading Volume: $256 billion
    • 24-hour Trading Volume (as of September 25, 2024): approximately $1.02 billion

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Rolled out in early January 2025:

Coinbase has introduced USDC loans with Bitcoin as collateral.
The loans are available for US customers.
The loans have no fixed repayment and they auto-adjust based on the activities on Base.

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Coinbase USDC Loans

I have updated my database with the following information:

  • USDC Loans: Coinbase has introduced USDC loans with Bitcoin as collateral, rolled out in early January 2025.
  • Availability: The loans are available for US customers.
  • Repayment Terms: The loans have no fixed repayment schedule and instead auto-adjust based on activities on Base.

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