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Coinbase Developer Platform (CDP)

Coinbase Developer Platform (CDP)

Coinbase Developer Platform (CDP), formerly Coinbase Cloud, provides enterprise blockchain infrastructure including validator services, staking, and developer APIs.

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Overview

Coinbase Developer Platform (CDP), formerly known as Coinbase Cloud and Bison Trails, is Coinbase's enterprise blockchain infrastructure platform providing institutional-grade validator services, staking solutions, and developer APIs. Built on Coinbase's security expertise and scale, CDP enables institutions to participate in Avalanche and other blockchain networks.

Features

  • Coinbase Security: Enterprise security backed by Coinbase's industry-leading practices
  • Validator Infrastructure: Professional validator hosting and management
  • Staking Services: Institutional staking with detailed reporting
  • Participate API: Unified API for staking operations across networks
  • Query & Transact: APIs for blockchain data and transaction management
  • SOC 2 Certified: Compliance-ready infrastructure for institutions

Getting Started

To use Coinbase Developer Platform:

  1. Access Platform: Visit Coinbase Developer Platform
  2. Create Account: Sign up for CDP access
  3. Select Services: Choose validator, staking, or API services
  4. Configure: Set up your infrastructure through the platform
  5. Operate: Manage through the CDP dashboard

Documentation

For API references and guides, visit CDP Docs.

Use Cases

  • Institutional Validation: Run Avalanche validators with Coinbase-grade security
  • Enterprise Staking: Implement staking programs for enterprises
  • Developer Infrastructure: Build applications using CDP APIs
  • Custodian Support: Infrastructure for custody providers

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Developer:

Coinbase

Categories:

Validator Infrastructure

Available For:

C-Chain
All Avalanche L1s

Website:

https://www.coinbase.com/developer-platform

Documentation:

https://docs.cdp.coinbase.com/