Coinbase CEO Admits SocialFi Feature in Company App 'Did Not Work Out'

2026/03/04 10:59 (Updated 2026/03/04 12:01)
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Coinbase CEO Admits SocialFi Feature in Company App 'Did Not Work Out'

Shifting the App's Direction

Shifting the App's Direction

Brian Armstrong, CEO of leading US cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, appeared on David Senra's podcast 'Founders' and stated that the SocialFi feature in their Base app 'did not function as expected.' Armstrong disclosed that after experimental attempts, the strategy is now undergoing a significant shift.

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