Coinbase updated its asset listing approach to focus only on tokens it has decided to list. The company stopped publishing a list of assets under consideration. Instead, it will display confirmed listings in the “Roadmap” section of its platform.
This change took effect on July 1, 2022, following an earlier disclosure in April of the same year. The exchange aims to improve transparency by providing clear and timely updates. It will announce decisions to list assets on its blog and through its official social media channels.
Assets will not support transfers or trading until Coinbase makes an official listing announcement. Any deposits of unlisted tokens could result in permanent loss of funds. The latest roadmap includes QCAD, an ERC-20 token on the Ethereum network, and WalletConnect Token (WCT) on the Optimism network.
Coinbase highlights technical and legal checks
This is not a full list of confirmed assets, as other tokens may be approved later. Trading will only begin when there is market-making support and the necessary technical infrastructure is ready. Some newly listed assets may receive an “Experimental” label to highlight their higher volatility or lower liquidity.
Coinbase emphasized that certain assets may face delays or removal from the listing process due to various factors. These include compliance concerns, lack of sufficient information, or technical integration challenges.
The company stressed that its standards focus on legal, compliance, and technical security rather than a project’s market popularity or size. Not every popular token will meet Coinbase’s requirements. Some may be excluded if they fail to pass minimum listing criteria or if additional technical work is needed before integration.
Coinbase maintains a detailed review process to evaluate assets before making a decision. The platform currently supports native assets like Ethereum (ETH) and tokens that meet approved technical standards such as Ethereum’s ERC-20, Solana’s SPL, and Avalanche’s ARC-20.
Coinbase updates strategy for asset listings
It plans to expand its network support to offer users a broader selection of digital assets in the future. With this policy update, Coinbase continues its cautious and structured approach to asset listings.
By removing the speculative “under consideration” list and focusing on confirmed listings, the company reduces misinformation and better aligns with its transparency goals. This method also sets clearer expectations for users, ensuring they only act on confirmed listing news rather than early-stage considerations.
This shift signals a more deliberate and disciplined listing strategy. It reinforces Coinbase’s intent to balance innovation with strong safeguards for traders in an evolving digital asset market.
