Brian Armstrong: Coinbase Pro is about to launch, and the trading features in the United States will be upgraded

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong stated that Coinbase stores over 99% of the crypto assets it manages in cold wallets and uses the latest AI models to enhance defenses, sometimes gaining early access to model capabilities. He mentioned that Coinbase's security design takes into account the possibility of employees being deceived, ensuring that no single individual, computer, or system can independently transfer user funds. He also noted that seven of the largest banks in the world have chosen to collaborate with Coinbase, which holds over 80 licenses globally.

AI agents in finance are a key focus for Coinbase. Armstrong cited predictions that by 2030, the transaction volume processed by AI agents could reach between $3 trillion to $5 trillion. He believes that crypto networks are suitable as infrastructure for agents to execute transactions, and developing financial accounts for AI agents is one of Coinbase's priorities.

Regarding tokenized stocks, Armstrong stated that the trading volume of tokenized stocks on Base has exceeded $5 billion. He believes that tokenized stocks are more accessible than traditional stocks and can be integrated with DeFi protocols, allowing holders to earn yields on their stock assets.

On the topic of perpetual contracts for U.S. stocks, Armstrong indicated that Coinbase has been advocating for the compliance of such products in the U.S. for years and welcomed collaboration with the heads of the SEC and CFTC on this matter. He pointed out that perpetual contracts for stocks are already being traded in markets outside the U.S. He also previewed that Coinbase Pro is set to launch soon, but did not provide a specific timeline in the post.