Coinbase Unveils Its ‘Everything App,’ Merging Wallet, Social, and AI Tools
Coinbase launched its new mobile app, Base, during an event in Los Angeles, rebranding and expanding its Coinbase Wallet. The app, described as an “everything app” for the on-chain economy, allows users to create, earn, message, game, and interact with AI. It emphasizes social features for trading and payments. Base integrates monetization for creators, enabling posts to become on-chain assets. Key features include end-to-end encrypted chat with wallet integration and AI-assisted transactions. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlighted the app's role in increasing economic freedom and providing permissionless access to crypto. Base utilizes open protocols for transparency and composability, aiming to attract a broad user base, including those unfamiliar with crypto.
