Coinbase has taken a significant step toward expanding access to decentralized finance by announcing that users will soon be able to trade millions of on-chain assets directly within the Coinbase app through integrated DEX trading. The move allows traders to seamlessly access Base network assets on decentralized exchanges, combining Coinbase’s trusted interface with the versatility of DeFi.
According to the announcement made yesterday, the feature is designed to make on-chain trading as simple and secure as traditional exchange activity, while opening the door to a vast range of tokens and opportunities that were previously out of reach for most retail users. The rollout is already underway for US customers — with the exception of New York State — and will gradually expand to more markets and networks in the coming months.
The market reaction was swift. Aerodrome Finance (AERO), Base’s leading DEX, surged over 28% in less than 24 hours following the news, as investors anticipate a sharp rise in trading activity and liquidity. With this integration, Coinbase is positioning itself at the center of the growing on-chain economy, bridging the gap between centralized exchanges and decentralized markets for millions of users worldwide.
Coinbase Expands On-Chain Access
According to Coinbase’s official statement, its new DEX trading feature is now rolling out to select users in the United States, excluding New York State due to regulatory restrictions. At launch, customers will have the ability to discover and trade an expanding list of Base-native tokens directly within the Coinbase app. This includes assets from leading projects such as Virtuals AI Agents, Reserve Protocol DTFs, SoSo Value Indices, Auki Labs, and Super Champs.
Coinbase plans to introduce new DEX assets in carefully managed batches. Over the coming weeks, the company will steadily grow its listings with the goal of eventually supporting the entire range of Base network assets. Users are encouraged to check the Coinbase app frequently, as more tokens are being indexed daily.
With this update, traders can now execute transactions on popular decentralized exchanges such as Aerodrome and Uniswap in just a few clicks, without ever leaving the Coinbase interface. The system leverages DEX aggregators to scan liquidity across multiple top-tier decentralized exchanges, ensuring that each trade is executed at the most competitive price available.
AERO Price Analysis: Bullish Breakout After Coinbase Announcement
Aerodrome Finance (AERO) has experienced a sharp surge, currently trading at $1.05 after reaching intraday highs of $1.08. This rally comes on the heels of Coinbase’s announcement integrating DEX trading within its platform, allowing direct access to Base-native assets like AERO.
Technically, AERO’s breakout above the $0.90-$0.95 resistance zone is a notable bullish development. Price has reclaimed all major moving averages, with the 50-day SMA crossing above the 200-day SMA — a golden cross pattern that often signals a sustained uptrend. The 100-day SMA is also turning upward, reinforcing bullish momentum.
Immediate resistance lies near the $1.10 level, a key point from December’s consolidation range. A breakout above this could open the path toward $1.20 and potentially $1.35 in the short term. On the downside, $0.90 now acts as strong support, followed by $0.80 if a retracement occurs.
Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
