Coinbase Joins Pokémon TCG Hype With Its Own Digital Pack-Opening Service
Coinbase, a major US-based cryptocurrency exchange, is entering the booming Pokémon Trading Card Game market with its own digital pack-opening platform. The company announced the service on September 28 via social media, teasing that users will soon be able to purchase and open Pokémon TCG packs directly from their mobile phones. A key feature is that every card pulled from a digital pack is backed by an actual physical card—users can choose to vault (store) their cards digitally or arrange for physical shipment. This hybrid approach combines the convenience and accessibility of digital platforms with the tangible value of physical collectibles. This move positions Coinbase to capture part of the lucrative TCG market, which has seen significant growth and investment in recent years. The service is expected to launch on the Coinbase platform in the coming weeks, marking the exchange’s expansion beyond cryptocurrency into digital collectibles tied to physical assets.