Coinbase s Ambitious Growth Plans for 2026 Amidst Expanding Global Crypto Markets

Coinbase is intensifying its efforts to lead the global crypto trading landscape, driven by increasing liquidity, expanding derivatives and spot markets, and rising institutional demand. CEO Brian Armstrong expresses confidence in the platform s upcoming growth phase.
We re working to make Coinbase the best place for you to trade, period.
Armstrong stated on January 10, highlighting significant progress made in 2025 with new products, enhanced access, and deeper liquidity.
Throughout 2025, Coinbase Markets revolutionized trading access for institutional and active participants worldwide. The exchange introduced perpetual-style contracts for U.S. futures, enabling 24 7 trading and surpassing 1 billion in open interest. It also launched its first equities-linked derivatives, providing combined exposure to crypto and leading equities.
Internationally, Coinbase International Exchange expanded its product coverage and improved trading conditions for global clients. It added 100 new perpetual futures, increased eligible collateral to 42 assets, and raised maximum leverage limits to 50x. Open interest across all perpetuals and futures peaked at 4.8 billion in October.
In 2026, Coinbase Markets will continue building a single, seamless, and trusted platform where clients can engage with the full spectrum of trading products.
the company outlined its forward strategy. It plans to expand its product suite with new indexes, equities, and emerging assets while enhancing liquidity and execution across markets.
Coinbase aims to create a unified trading experience by further integrating Deribit with its platforms. This integration will bring together spot, derivatives, and other products in one cohesive environment, making trading simpler and more accessible for clients worldwide.