Coinbase Hires Cash App CMO Cat Ferdon

**Coinbase is launching a groundbreaking derivatives product** on September 22 that combines traditional tech stocks with digital assets in a single futures contract. The **Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures** will be the first US futures product to bridge traditional finance and crypto markets. This innovative contract includes: - Major tech stocks (Magnificent 7) - Crypto ETFs - COIN stock This marks **Coinbase's first equity product**, representing a significant expansion beyond their traditional crypto exchange services. The hybrid approach allows investors to gain exposure to both high-growth tech companies and digital assets through one instrument. The launch demonstrates the **growing convergence** between traditional financial markets and cryptocurrency trading, offering institutional and retail investors a new way to diversify across both sectors. [Read more details](http://coinbase.com/blog/coming-september-22-mag7-crypto-equity-index-futures)

**Coinbase had a busy August with major product launches and partnerships:** - **DEX trading launched** - Access millions of Base assets directly in the Coinbase app (rolling out in US, excluding NY) - **Government partnership** - Became crypto infrastructure partner for Department of Commerce's blockchain GDP data initiative - **Embedded Wallets** - New developer tool allows custom wallet integration with built-in trading and 4.1% USDC rewards - **Coinbase One Cards** shipping to waitlist users - **Deribit acquisition** completed to build global crypto platform **Other highlights:** - Base network celebrated 2nd anniversary - USDC reached $70B market cap - New partnership with Squads Protocol on Solana - Shan Aggarwal appointed as first Chief Business Officer - Second bootstrap fund launched for DeFi stablecoin liquidity - Bullish made history with first stablecoin IPO proceeds

Base creator Jesse Pollak and Doodles CEO Julian Holguin explore the future of a creator-focused internet in the latest episode of *Evolving Money* podcast, produced with Bloomberg Media Studios. Key highlights: - Discussion of how blockchain technology is reshaping online creation - Insights into Base's role in building the next generation internet - Exploration of why onchain systems are becoming the new standard for digital interactions This collaboration brings expert perspectives on how blockchain infrastructure is enabling a more creator-centric digital economy.

**@bemycourtdate** is offering a unique opportunity for NFT enthusiasts and tennis fans: - Mint their latest piece, *Oncourt Hardware*, on OnchainVision.art - Connect your wallet to Coinbase Shop - Receive a **free hat** with 100% off shipping Key details: - Limited to 1 per NFT holder - While supplies last - Mint link: http://onchainvision.art/artists/court-date-oncourt-hardware - Redeem at: https://coinbaseshop.com/products/court-date-oncourt-hardware @bemycourtdate is a racket club and apparel brand by @slow_rodeo, bringing oncourt hardware to the next generation of tennis enthusiasts.