#Coinbase was and remains a popular option for those starting out in #bitcoin. But, the incident today along with their history of similar issues points to either an inability to plan for and react to demand, a dedicated effort to manipulate the market, or a failsafe to protect themselves due to lacking the sufficient assets to cover withdrawals.

Whatever the case, it’s clear those interested in purchasing BTC should look an exchange that more stable, more forthright, and better managed.

And, as always, research self custody, have a plan for moving you sats off whichever exchange you use, and follow it with ruthless diligence. You do not want to be caught in a Robinhood / GME situation. Because when the time comes, and it will, the exchange will opt to protect itself or kowtow to government demands 100% of the time.