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Aave Enables Coinbase Stock Tokens as Collateral on Base
Aave launches a V4 market on Base where seven Coinbase stock tokens can be used as collateral for USDC loans, with a borrowing cap of 21 million USDC and access limited to eligible non‑US investors.

Aave has introduced a new V4 lending market on the Base blockchain that accepts seven Coinbase‑issued stock tokens as collateral for borrowing USDC. The market caps total borrowing at 21 million USDC and is restricted to eligible investors outside the United States.
New Collateral Options
The addition of Coinbase stock tokens expands the range of tokenized equities that can be used within Aave’s decentralized finance ecosystem. Users can lock these tokens to obtain USDC loans.
Market Limits and Eligibility
The dedicated market imposes a 21 million USDC borrowing limit. Participation is limited to non‑US investors who meet Aave’s eligibility criteria.
Platform Context
The launch occurs on Base, a layer‑2 network, and utilizes Aave’s V4 market architecture, which supports multiple collateral types and streamlined loan processes.
Source & attribution
News Source
- Publisher
- The Defiant
- Original date
- September 25, 2026, 2:44 PM
- Original headline
- Aave Adds Coinbase Stock Tokens as Collateral on Base