🚨 Coinbase CEO: Stablecoin Rewards Ban Would Be “More Profitable” for the Exchange
Brian Armstrong recently commented on the proposed stablecoin rewards ban in the CLARITY Act — saying that prohibiting rewards would actually be more profitable for Coinbase.
That statement immediately sparked backlash across social media.
Critics argue:
• The position sounds self-serving
• A rewards ban would reduce user incentives
• It weakens stablecoin utility for retail participants
Supporters say:
• Regulatory clarity is more important long term
• Short-term revenue tradeoffs may protect the industry
• Compliance-first strategy strengthens U.S. crypto positioning
Now the controversy is reportedly contributing to delays around the bill’s progress.
📌 Bigger Picture:
Stablecoin rewards are a major driver of:
• User retention
• On-platform liquidity
• Yield-seeking behavior
If rewards disappear, capital could:
→ Move offshore
→ Shift into DeFi
→ Or consolidate into fewer compliant platforms
This isn’t just about one exchange.
It’s about how the U.S. shapes stablecoin policy moving forward.
So what do you think?
Is this:
🟢 Strategic transparency
🔴 Conflict of interest
⚖️ Or simply regulatory realism?
The stablecoin battle is heating up — and the outcome could reshape crypto liquidity in the U.S.
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