Coinbase prepares to launch its new Amex card with up to 4% refunds in Bitcoin
By Hannah Perez
A card for bitcoiners with a unique collection design. Coinbase is preparing to officially launch its new “Coinbase One Card” for Coinbase One subscribers and with cashback of up to 4% in BTC.
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- The “Coinbase One Card” is a card for bitcoiners with a unique collection design.
- The exchange is preparing to launch its new product in 2025 in partnership with Amex.
- Offers up to 4% cashback in BTC to Coinbase One subscribers.
Four months after its presentation, the cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase prepares for the debut of its new credit card “Coinbase One Card” in collaboration with American Express and designed especially for enthusiasts of Bitcoin.
Announced last June, this card – which has not yet been officially launched on the market – promises rewards in the flagship cryptocurrency and a design inspired by the origins of Bitcoinpositioning itself as a symbol of financial sovereignty.
According to details revealed on the official website of Coinbasethe card will be available in fall 2025, with early access now open to interested parties. Issued by First Electronic Bank under license from American Express and managed by Cardlessthe “Coinbase One Card” is presented as a exclusive premium product for members Coinbase Onethe platform’s paid subscription program. This membership, which starts at $49.99 annually, is an essential requirement to apply for it.
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The specialized medium CoinDesk has uncovered in a recent article some of the most attractive aspects of this card, highlighting its focus on the bitcoiners —those loyal users who see in Bitcoin not just an investment, but a philosophy of resistance to the traditional banking system.
“The card isn’t just about rewards; It is a symbol of the Bitcoin identity, with a design that references the Genesis Block, the first block created by Satoshi Nakamoto on January 3, 2009.“, explains that publication. This block includes a message encoded in hexadecimal – extracted from a Times of London headline about the 2008 crisis: “Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks“—as a veiled criticism of the central bank bailout.
Rebates of up to 4% in Bitcoin
One of the greatest attractions of the “Coinbase One Card” is his refund system Bitcoinwhich can reach up to 4% on each purchasedepending on the volume of assets that the holder maintains in his or her account. Coinbase. The higher the balance on the platform, the higher the percentage of cashback in BTC, thus incentivizing the retention of funds on the exchange.
However, not all transactions qualify: cash equivalent transactions, gambling or betting are excluded, and Coinbase reserves the right to adjust or claim rewards at its discretion.
The card also integrates network benefits American Expresssuch as buyer protection, extended warranty, travel insurance (including cancellation and interruption), roadside assistance and exclusive offers. Plus, it doesn’t charge fees for foreign transactions, making it ideal for international spending. Regarding payments, users will be able to settle balances using a linked bank account or directly with crypto assets from their wallet. Coinbasefacilitating a seamless integration between fiat and digital finance.
The physical design of the card adds a touch of collectability. Made of 17-gram stainless steel, it features an engraving of the hexadecimal code of the Genesis Block, paying homage to the “coinbase”—the initial block transaction that rewards miners. ““It is a card for those who distrust the legacy system and seek Bitcoin censorship-resistance.”highlights CoinDesk.
Coinbase One Card sets itself apart from the competition
To access the card, applicants must pass a credit assessment and maintain an active subscription to Coinbase Onewhich also offers advantages such as zero commissions on the first $500 monthly trading, 4.5% APY in USDC (up to $10,000) and credits for transactions on the network Base. Although the rewards in Bitcoin They do not generate 1099 tax forms in the US, users will need to file taxes if they sell those BTC later.
In a market increasingly saturated with cryptocurrency cards, such as Gemini (launched in 2023 with up to 3% in various rewards), the new plastic of Coinbase It is differentiated by its ideological emphasis on Bitcoinrather than in a diversity of assets. “Directly target the most loyal, scaling rewards based on their holdings“, details CoinDesk.
With the launch planned for the fourth quarter of this year, Coinbase seeks to capitalize on the growing interest in products that unite crypto and daily consumption. More details are expected soon, but for now, the “Coinbase One Card” is emerging as an essential for true bitcoiners. Those interested can sign up for the waiting list through the official website. Coinbase.
Article written with the help of AI, edited by DailyBitcoin
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