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Kalshi Taps Coinbase Custody to Hold USDC Backing Its Event Markets

The move pairs Kalshi’s regulated exchange model with institutional custody to reinforce trust in collateral and settlement.

Overview

  • Kalshi announced on Nov. 13 that Coinbase Custody will safeguard the USDC reserves that collateralize its event contracts.
  • Coinbase Custody brings cold storage, segregated accounts, and institutional compliance controls to the platform’s reserves.
  • Users can deposit, transfer, and receive payouts in USDC under Coinbase’s custody setup for greater security and reliability.
  • The custody change follows Kalshi’s late-October integration with Coinbase’s Base network to enable faster, lower-cost USDC deposits.
  • Kalshi’s expansion this month also includes Google Finance displaying its real-time odds, alongside reported October funding offers valuing the company above $10 billion.