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Digital Currency Summer 2025 : What's Really Going On With Base, Coinbase, and That Other One ( Yes, Pi ) Digital currency is having another moment, and if you’re a casual hobbyist or just here for the vibes (and the wallet perks), it can feel like the headlines are speaking a completely different language. Between Base , Pi Network , and whatever Solana drama is trending today, it's no wonder people are confused. So let’s clear the air— minus the gatekeeping, minus the jargon . First, Coinbase . The original Bitcoin on-ramp for U.S. users, Coinbase has always catered to a loyal base of folks who just wanted a secure place to hold digital currency. Not necessarily crypto bros , more like hobbyists who didn't want to set up a node in their closet. So when news broke that someone with a boots on the ground philosophy had taken over Coinbase and launched their own blockchain project, Base, it was honestly refreshing . Base is a Layer 2 network that aims to make ...