Coinbase Planned Downtime Impacts Weekend Trading Activities
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Oct 26 2025Scheduled Outage: Coinbase will undergo a temporary system outage this weekend, halting all trading except for perpetual futures, which will affect Bitcoin and Ethereum transactions.
User Concerns: The outage has raised concerns among users regarding potential delays in transactions and overall platform performance and security.
Purpose of Outage: The scheduled upgrade aims to enhance platform performance and security, with assurances from Coinbase's leadership about the necessity of this brief interruption.
Industry Context: Such planned outages are not unique to Coinbase, as other exchanges have also paused services for upgrades, typically without lasting disruptions.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
