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.
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.
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
