Cryptocurrency
Coinbase Faces Criticism Over Solana Transaction Delays
Wednesday. January 22 at 1:00 AM
1 min. readCoinbase, the leading US-based cryptocurrency exchange, is under fire from users due to significant delays in processing Solana (SOL) transactions. Reports indicate users waiting over 14 hours for SOL transactions, raising concerns about liquidity and operational efficiency. Frustrated users shared experiences of canceled or stuck transactions, with speculation that Coinbase may be staking SOL without consent to earn yield. Industry skepticism grows following FTX's collapse, highlighting mismanagement in centralized exchanges. Calls for Proof of Reserve audits and transparency in Coinbase's practices have emerged. The exchange attributed delays to technical issues, while developers point to internal infrastructure challenges. Questions about Coinbase's solvency and liquidity arise as large SOL transfers occur. This incident adds to previous scrutiny over Coinbase's custody practices, including demands for on-chain proof of Bitcoin purchases. Despite launching Bitcoin-backed loans, Coinbase faces scrutiny and calls for transparency in its operations.