Coinbase has launched index-linked perpetual futures contracts for U.S. traders, expanding its derivatives suite with continuous settlement on baskets of crypto assets. It also unveiled two AI-driven investing tools that deliver SEC-registered advice on strategies like tax-loss harvesting and multi-asset event trading, plus autonomous agents executing custom trades.
Coinbase rolled out index-linked perpetual futures for U.S. customers, enabling continuous settlement on baskets of major cryptocurrencies. These contracts provide exposure to diversified crypto indices while reducing rollover risk compared to traditional futures.
The exchange introduced two AI-driven products offering SEC-registered advice on tax-loss harvesting and multi-asset event trading strategies. These tools analyze individual portfolios and external market signals to generate explicit buy and sell recommendations.
Coinbase opened its platform to AI agents capable of executing customizable trading strategies and acquiring specialized data for informed decisions. Industry analysts estimate these agents could boost retail trading frequency by 10 to 20 times by lowering barriers to sophisticated investing.
