Coinbase’s Earnings Collapse Exposes the Reality Behind Crypto Speculation Coinbase just delivered another harsh reminder that the cryptocurrency industry remains dangerously dependent on speculative mania. The company posted a shocking first-quarter loss after crypto prices slumped and trading activity dried up. Transaction revenue missed expectations. Subscription revenue disappointed. Shares dropped immediately after earnings were released. That matters because Coinbase is not just another startup. It’s the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States — effectively a barometer for retail crypto speculation itself. And when speculation collapses, the cracks become impossible to hide. The crypto industry likes to market itself as the future of finance, but the uncomfortable reality is this: Most cryptocurrencies have no sustainable economic foundation whatsoever. When prices…
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