The event was the first in-person trading competition hosted by Coinbase and attracted a live audience of 163,000 viewers. Organized as a professional showcase for high-profile traders, the competition was designed to frame cryptocurrency trading as a spectator sport comparable to e-sports.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Trader @intern Wins $150,000 in First Coinbase Trading Contest
Crypto13 days ago
A new cryptocurrency champion was crowned in Singapore on Thursday following the conclusion of a live market execution event. The victory went to a participant known as @intern, who claimed $150,000 and a championship belt after ascending to the top of the leaderboard in the final minutes of the contest.
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