Coinbase is no longer just a major exchange — it’s becoming one of the most influential forces in the crypto space globally.
In 2025, the company was included on TIME’s list of 100 Most Influential Companies, not for its trading volume, but for its rising political and regulatory clout.
After a strong year in U.S. policymaking, particularly around stablecoin legislation, Coinbase’s stock surged following the passage of the GENIUS Act in June. The boost sent its share price from just above $300 to nearly $382, amplifying investor optimism around the exchange’s role in shaping future crypto frameworks.
Its addition to the S&P 500 earlier this year made headlines, but Coinbase isn’t stopping there. The company has secured a digital asset license in Luxembourg under the EU’s MiCA rules, giving it the green light to serve European users from its new regional base. At the same time, it’s seeking SEC approval to enter tokenized equity trading — a move that could put it in direct competition with brokers like Robinhood.
Adding political firepower to its momentum, Coinbase hosted a major crypto policy summit in June where former President Donald Trump pledged to establish “clear and simple” rules for digital assets if elected, signaling growing political alignment with the industry.
With rising regulatory influence, global expansion, and ambitious plans to enter new asset classes, Coinbase is positioning itself at the center of crypto’s next evolution — as both a market player and a policy engine.
Alexander Stefanov
Reporter at Coindoo
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