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Coinbase expansion of financial services in the UK

Overview

Following the receipt of a MiFID-equivalent license from the UK Financial Conduct Authority, Coinbase has expanded its service offerings in the United Kingdom as part of its “Everything Exchange” strategy.

On 6 August 2026, the platform launched zero-commission trading for nearly 4,000 U.S. equities, allowing UK customers to trade fractional shares using British pounds or the stablecoin USDC. This service includes 24/5 market access and utilizes Apex Clearing for execution and custody.

By 11 August 2026, Coinbase expanded its UK offerings to include derivatives trading specifically for professional investors. This new suite includes over 170 contracts covering crypto assets, commodities, equities, and foreign exchange, featuring perpetuals with up to 50x leverage, dated futures with up to 20x leverage, and crypto options. While these products are available to professional clients, retail investors remain excluded due to existing FCA regulations.

Entities

Coinbase · Financial Conduct Authority · Apex Clearing · United States · USDC

Timeline

  1. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Coinbase launches derivatives trading for professional investors in the UK

    Coinbase is launching derivatives trading in the UK for professional investors, offering over 170 contracts including crypto, equities, and FX with up to 50x leverage.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 9 sources
    Coinbase launches zero‑commission US stock trading for UK users

    Coinbase opened zero‑commission US stock trading to UK users on 6 Aug 2026, offering 4,000 stocks, fractional shares from £1, 24/5 trading and USDC funding under FCA approval.

Sources

abmedia.io · bitcoinethereumnews.com · cryptobriefing.com · decrypt.co · financemagnates.com · forkast.news · it-boltwise.de · merca2.es · moneytimes.com.br · news.bitcoin.com · news.m.pchome.com.tw · newsbtc.com · themarketperiodical.com