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Is Uphold safer than Coinbase?
Both Coinbase and Uphold offer top notch security, with Coinbase holding 99% of users' funds in cold storage and up to $250,000 FDIC insurance for US citizens and Uphold holding 90% of user funds in cold storage but offering no insurance.
Is Uphold legal in USA?
Uphold is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions as a money transmitter. The Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions does not regulate virtual currency.
Who owns Uphold?
CEO/Co-Founder, Uphold Inc.
Is Uphold better than Coinbase?
Uphold comes out ahead of Coinbase in terms of fees, though advanced traders can trade for less by using Coinbase Advanced Trade. Cryptocurrency fees come in various guises, and platforms are not always transparent about what they charge.
Has Uphold ever been hacked?
Uphold HAS NOT BEEN HACKED.
Is Uphold legal in the US?
Uphold is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions as a money transmitter. The Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions does not regulate virtual currency. Please note that this license and the required surety bond do not cover the transmission of virtual currency.
How does Uphold compare to Coinbase?
Uphold is a multi-asset exchange, meaning users can buy and sell cryptocurrencies, national currencies, equities, and precious metals. In contrast, Coinbase is a cryptocurrency exchange that supports various cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Investors can buy, sell, deposit, or withdraw using Uphold or Coinbase.
Can Uphold be used in USA?
Uphold and Coinbase are available to U.S.-based and international users.
Can I use Uphold in New York?
Uphold is in the process of obtaining a BitLicense in the state of New York. Until the BitLicense is issued they cannot support cryptocurrency transactions in New York.