U.K. ad Watchdog ASA Bans Coinbase (COIN) ‘Irresponsible’ Crypto Ads

U.K. ad watchdog ASA bans Coinbase (COIN) ‘irresponsible’ crypto ads

The ASA ruled that Coinbase’s campaign trivialized crypto risk by implying it could solve financial woes.

Advertising Regulator Upholds Complaints Against Banned Satirical Crypto Advert

Co-conspirators may remember the humorous Coinbase cryptocurrency advert that was banned for its satirical take on the 'everything is falling apart'

The UK's Advertising Standards Authority bans some Coinbase ads, finding them “irresponsible” for suggesting crypto as a solution to the cost of living crisis

Tom Knowles / The Guardian: The UK's Advertising Standards Authority bans some Coinbase ads, finding them “irresponsible” for suggesting crypto as a solution to the cost of living crisis  —  Advertising Standards Authority says firm advised by George Osborne ‘trivialised risks of cryptocurrency’

Coinbase stock edges up as UK bans ‘Everything is Fine’ ads and prediction markets draw heat

New York, Jan 28, 2026, 14:38 EST — Regular session Shares of Coinbase Global (COIN.O) nudged up 0.2% to $211.24 Wednesday afternoon, following a UK ad watchdog’s ban on a Coinbase campaign that exploited cost-of-living concerns. The move underscores ongoing regulatory crackdowns on crypto marketing. (Yahoo Finance) The timing is crucial as Coinbase pushes to boost activity on its app by adding products that resemble a traditional brokerage. Las…

UK Watchdog Bans Coinbase Ads for Linking Crypto to Cost-of-Living Crisis More Stories ETHNews

The UK’s advertising regulator has banned a high-profile marketing campaign by Coinbase, ruling that the ads irresponsibly implied cryptocurrency could help address the country’s cost-of-living pressures. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) concluded that the campaign breached social responsibility rules by trivializing financial risk at a time of widespread economic strain. The ruling follows 35 public complaints and applies to Coinbase’s…