- Coinbase Ventures leads a $4.2M funding for 01Exchange.
- Base network sees increased DEX activity and capital inflow.
- No official statements from Coinbase or other key leaders.
Coinbase Ventures has led a $4.2 million funding round for 01Exchange, a decentralized exchange on the Layer 2 Base network, enhancing institutional involvement in DeFi as of August 26, 2025.
The funding boosts Base’s position in DeFi, with increased Total Value Locked and trading volume, highlighting Coinbase’s strategic role in decentralized finance expansion.
Coinbase Ventures has led a $4.2 million funding round for 01Exchange, a decentralized exchange on the Layer 2 Base network. The lack of formal statements from project leaders is notable amid this significant institutional investment.
01Exchange, operating on Base, is supported by Coinbase Ventures with capital to enhance DEX operations. This move by Coinbase integrates DEX trading into its app, directly affecting user engagement on the Base network.
DEX Activity and Market Impact
User and capital inflow into Base have surged due to increased DEX activity on the platform. Expanding the DEX infrastructure may continue enhancing the platform’s standing in the DeFi market. The $5.02 billion TVL on Base and $1.88 billion DEX volume underscore its increasing role in the decentralized market. This investment reflects a strong institutional interest in Layer 2 solutions and Base’s growing ecosystem.
Future Developments and Growth Potential
01Exchange’s funding may prompt further developments on Base, potentially attracting more investors to its promising landscape. Enhancements in DEX integration could optimize trading activities and asset liquidity across the network. The Base network maintains a 13% share of global DEX volume, with its capital growth possibly affecting Base-native token valuations. Historical trends suggest such growth results in an increase in network TVL and asset prices, underscoring Base’s importance in the DeFi sector.
As of August 26, 2025, there are no primary public statements or quotes from key figures related to the recent funding round for 01Exchange. Below is the summary of notable players and financial information along with their respective statements or lack thereof: – Brian Armstrong, CEO, Coinbase, – “No official quote or statement specifically referencing this DEX funding or #BrandTalk in public sources.” [Coinbase Update] – Dan Kim, VP, Coinbase Developer Platform, – “No direct leadership statements have been posted to official project sites or personal social media accounts.” [Coinbase Update] – Nemi, Engineering Head, 01Exchange, – “No primary statements from Nemi regarding this funding.” [Coinbase Update] – Crypto KOLs (Arthur Hayes, CZ, Vitalik, Raoul Pal), – “No new public statements referencing this DEX funding or Base.” [Industry Observation] For future references, continue to monitor the official channels of Coinbase and the broader crypto community for any forthcoming statements.
