Coinbase Institutional Market Call
In this episode, we dive into the major market movers, examining shifts in onchain BTC activity as long-term holders start to potentially position to take profits and funding rates hit extreme levels. Rachel Ziv provides the latest insights on the Coinbase financing business, including current trends in the fluctuating cost of capital. Special guest John D’Agostino, Senior Adviser to Coinbase, introduces the Coin50 Index, explaining its methodology, potential impacts, and its future role in shaping crypto portfolio strategies. David Duong delivers a macroeconomic update covering CPI, retail sales, and insights into what the Fed may do next. Onchain specialist David Han provides a breakdown of Beam Chain, as highlighted by the Ethereum Foundation’s Justin Drake, along with the latest from the Base ecosystem. Don’t miss this packed episode full of expert analyses, innovative tools, and essential market data.
**Host:**
Ben Floyd, Head of Execution Services
Special Guests
John D’Agostino, Senior Adviser
Rachel Ziv, Senior Financing Trader
Panelists
David Duong, Head of Institutional Research
David Han, Research Analyst