Shopify Partners with Base to Enable USDC Payments for Global Merchants

Coinbase has acquired LiquiFi, a token management platform focused on early-stage blockchain projects. - LiquiFi has served major protocols including **Uniswap**, **Optimism**, **Ethena Labs**, and **Zora** - The platform aims to solve token management challenges for blockchain teams - Acquisition will leverage Coinbase's resources to build institutional-grade token infrastructure The merger represents a strategic move to support blockchain builders earlier in their development journey. LiquiFi will continue operating with enhanced capabilities backed by Coinbase's infrastructure. [Read the full announcement](https://www.coinbase.com/blog/Coinbase-acquires-LiquiFi-the-leading-token-management-platform)

The 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship game takes place tonight, marking the culmination of this season's tournament. Two teams will battle for the prestigious trophy in a winner-take-all format. The Commissioner's Cup has become a significant mid-season competition in the WNBA calendar, adding extra stakes to regular season matchups. - One game decides the champion - Winner claims exclusive Commissioner's Cup trophy - Tournament adds competitive element to regular season

Coinbase achieved several milestones in June 2025: - Secured MiCA license in Luxembourg - Launching perpetual futures in US (July 21) - JPMorgan's Kinexys introducing JPMD token on Base - Hosted State of Crypto summit with POTUS keynote - Revealed Coinbase One Card with 4% BTC rewards on Amex network - Partnered with Shopify/Stripe for USDC adoption (1M+ stores) - Introducing DEX integration in Coinbase app - Launched Coinbase Payments protocol with Shopify - Released CoinbaseBiz for business payments - Partnering with Nodal Clear for USDC futures collateral **Upcoming**: Base day one event on July 16 [Early access to Coinbase One Card](http://coinbase.com/creditcard)

**Crypto infrastructure** has evolved to become the most efficient payment rail system globally, marking a significant shift in financial transactions. The trend follows the fundamental principle that payments naturally gravitate toward the most efficient channels. This development represents the culmination of years of technological advancement in blockchain infrastructure. - Lower transaction costs - Faster settlement times - Reduced intermediary dependencies - Global accessibility *Financial institutions and businesses are increasingly integrating crypto payment rails into their operations to stay competitive.* Learn more about implementing crypto payment solutions for your business.

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.