Coinbase Adds DEX Trading to U.S. Platform in Push Toward Becoming an 'Everything App'

Coinbase introduces decentralized exchange (DEX) trading within its main app across the U.S. (excluding New York), marking a significant step toward becoming a comprehensive crypto platform.

The feature routes trades through DEX aggregators like 0x and 1inch, accessing liquidity from platforms including Uniswap and Aerodrome. Users can now interact directly with blockchain-based liquidity pools without transferring funds off-platform, starting with Base-native tokens from various projects including AI agents and tokenized funds.

• DEX trading offers self-custody, permissionless access, and potential benefits like wider asset selection and faster token listings
• The integration strengthens Coinbase's position as a gateway between centralized and decentralized crypto markets
• DEX volume has reached $12.8 billion daily, significantly exceeding Coinbase's $3.5 billion traditional volume
• This move addresses demand for non-custodial trading options following high-profile exchange failures like FTX