Coinbase Joins the S&P 500: A Landmark Moment for Crypto Author: Mitchell Bennett On May 13, 2025, Coinbase was officially accepted into the S&P 500, becoming the first digital exchange broker to be included in this prestigious index. This milestone marks a significant step forward for the crypto industry, highlighting how far digital assets have come in gaining mainstream financial acceptance. Over the past five years, Coinbase has remained a leader despite the volatile and often unpredictable nature of the crypto landscape. The industry has faced numerous challenges—from being seen as a purely speculative asset class to developing critical Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) protocols, alongside navigating evolving global regulations. The crypto world has shown remarkable resilience. The hard work behind blockchain technology and digital finance is beginning to pay off—but challenges still remain. Just two days after its S&P 500 debut, on May 15...