The Ultimate Guide to the Base Blockchain: dApps, Tools, and Opportunities in the Base Ecosystem
Updated on August 13, 2025
A cryptocurrency exchange is considered “centralized,” which is often known as a CEX, because a profiting entity controls its operations.
But these centralized exchanges are now also being known for producing their own blockchains and non-custodial, decentralized wallets—more aligned to the blockchain’s goal of decentralization.
One prime example is Coinbase (https://www.coinbase.com/), an international CEX giant with a built-in hot custodial wallet, which now has its own blockchain and web3 wallet separated as a standalone app.
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Base Overview
Base (https://www.base.org/) is an Ethereum layer two (L2) solution that claims to be a secure, low-cost, builder-friendly platform “built to bring the next billion users on-chain.”
In August 2025, Base shared its milestone after being launched for two years: daily active users reached 1.12 million, up 1,130.4% year-on-year, while median transaction fees fell 97.8% to $0.005.
“To bring in billions of users to the cryptoeconomy, dApps need to be easier, cheaper, and safer to interact with. For this to happen, we need to make it even easier for developers to build these dApps.”
Coinbase, Creator, Base
Moreover, Base is not just a user-friendly network, but also a developer-friendly platform. One of the advantages of the L2 is that dApp developers that will use Base can utilize Coinbase’s products, users, and tools, all while enjoying the Ethereum network technology, as promised by the international CEX.
Also in its second year, the total value locked in the blockchain’s smart contracts hit $4.56 billion, an 8,966.1% increase from last year.
The Numbers: As of August 13, 2025
- $12 billion worth of assets on the platform.
- 2.6 billion total transactions processed.
- 200 ms block time.
- <$0.01 median fee.
Worth Reading: In 2024, the BitPinas team interviewed Jesse Pollak, a Coinbase engineer who led the creation of Base. He talked about the vision of Base, its approach towards the blockchain and AI industries, and its expansion in the Philippines.
- Interview Part 1: The Vision Behind Base With Jesse Pollak
- Interview Part 2: Collaboration Over Competition – Base’s Approach to Blockchains and AI
- Interview Part 3: Why is Base Betting Big on the Philippines
HERE IS THE LIST OF WAYS TO INTERACT WITH THE BASE BLOCKCHAIN.
Through the Base App
The Base App (https://join.base.app/) is a rebrand of the Coinbase Wallet (https://wallet.coinbase.com/), a non-custodial web3 wallet, which means that users own the wallet by holding their seed phrases and can use it to store both crypto and NFTs.
The wallet was rebranded into an “all-in-one” app because, according to Coinbase, the Base App can be used to create, earn, trade, discover dApps, and chat with friends.
“An app where creativity is rewarded. Just you, your network, and your money—working together.”
Coinbase, Creator, Base
Another feature of the Base App is that those who will hold USDC on the app can earn up to 4.10% annual percentage yield.
As of this writing, the Base App is still not launched, but interested users can whitelist on the link provided above.
The rebrand is expected to be the better version of the Coinbase Wallet because it added Flashblocks for 200 ms block times and MagicSpend to streamline gas-fee payments, thereby improving UX and lowering transaction friction.
Coinbase also explained that users can still access their Coinbase Wallet assets in the Base App, while those who have already downloaded the Coinbase Wallet do not need to download a new app.
Availability:
- Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/base-formerly-coinbase-wallet/id1278383455
- Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.toshi
- As Browser Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/coinbase-wallet-extension/hnfanknocfeofbddgcijnmhnfnkdnaad?hl
Through the Base Pay
The Base Pay is a feature that can be used on stores running Shopify payments.
Technically, users can pay using cryptocurrencies, most specifically USDC, through the Base Pay. They are also charged in U.S. dollars, and gas sponsorship is handled automatically.
Claiming that there will be no extra fees, Bast Pay assures users that payment confirmation happens in just two seconds or less.
Aside from using it for payments, business owners can also integrate the Base Pay feature into their shops through an SDK.
- Interested entrepreneurs can read this guide for SDK integration: https://docs.base.org/base-account/guides/accept-payments#add-the-base-pay-button
Through the Base Build
For dApp developers, Base also offers help to those who build projects within the Base ecosystem.
“Base provides unmatched developer support and fosters a highly constructive community that inspires innovation and encourages you to push boundaries. If you want to build and win, Base is the place to be.”
Dhawal Shah, Founder, HeyElsa AI
There are four tools that Base offers to dApp developers:
- Base Account: A passkey-based universal account with no app or extension required. It has sponsored transactions, spend permissions, and batch operations for more simple on-chain projects.
- OnchainKit: An all-in-one toolkit with ready-to-use, full-stack components so developers can build projects with no backend infrastructure required.
- MiniKit: A toolkit that can help builders launch and deploy mini-apps on the Base App. It has real-time analytics and user behavior insights to optimize the mini-app’s performance and engagement.
- Base Appchains: A toolkit that provides dedicated high-speed blockspace to developers so their dApp’s performance will not be affected by network congestion from other applications. Using this toolkit is said to deliver delightful, performant user experiences with dedicated blockspace.
Meanwhile, developers within the Base ecosystem can also receive not just technical toolkits but also financial supports, through these three methods:
- Builder Grants: Distributed through hackathons and on-chain platforms. Grants currently range from 1 ETH to 5 ETH per project.
- More information at https://paragraph.com/@grants.base.eth/calling-based-builders
- Builder Rewards: A weekly reward distribution to builders that own verified contracts on Base and contribute to public crypto repositories on GitHub. It has an average reward of 2 ETH per week.
- More information at https://www.builderscore.xyz/
- Base Batches: A global program for builders that will take part in buildathons. The top builders will move to incubators where they will refine their ideas with new levels of support, they will then take the stage at Demo Day, pitching for funding to take their projects further. Seasoon 2 is said to go live sooon.
- More information at https://www.basebatches.xyz/
Through the Onchain Summer
Onchain Summer is a yearly event that aims to bring together builders and creators to create on‑chain experiences, trade crypto, collect NFTs, and make crypto more accessible and useful than ever.
It offers tons of prizes and rewards for users, enthusiasts, and builders within the Base ecosystem. For this year alone, there are a total of 600 ETH, which is around $2 million, in prizes, grants, and gas credits available for everyone who participates
Through the Base Ecosystem
Here are the projects, platforms, and dApps built on top of the Base Network.
Farcaster
- What is it? Adecentralized social network built where users create profiles, post “casts,” and follow others while retaining ownership of their account data.
- Platform link: https://farcaster.xyz/
- Key features: It allows users to do microblogging and public discourse while earning crypto.
- What does it offer to Base users? Aside from interacting with a decentralized social media app, users can also deploy “Farcaster Frames,” which are mini-apps that launch instantly from posts.
OharaAI
- What is it? A no-code AI platform that transforms English prompts into onchain mini-apps.
- Platform link: https://buildwith.ohara.ai/
- Key features: Every dApp developer can mint their own crypto on Base so they can have ownership of their work and token economies.
- What does it offer to Base users? Developers are said to get full control of token issuance, revenue sharing, and seamless onchain distribution through the platform.
ARO Network
- What is it? A decentralized edge cloud infrastructure and peer-to-peer content delivery network.
- Platform link: https://aro.network/
- Key features: It aggregates unused bandwidth and idle hardware to deliver intelligent content and AI workloads to end users.
- What does it offer to Base users? Builders can integrate the project as an off-chain data layer to accelerate multimedia apps, reduce latency, and enable edge-based AI services.
Based Gigs
- What is it? A web3 jobs marketplace that connects Base-based projects with freelance talent.
- Platform link: https://basedgigs.com/
- Key features: Streamlined proof-of-work tracking, onchain reputation building, and instant USDC payments.
- What it offers to Base users? Crypto natives can apply to gigs, jobs, and grants using a single profile and get paid in crypto.
HuruPay
- What is it? A global fintech platform offering free virtual USD, EUR, and GBP accounts that convert incoming bank transfers and platform payments into USDC.
- Platform link: https://hurupay.com/
- Key features: It claims to have the same-day USD-to-USDC settlements on Base, zero monthly fees, self-custodial wallets, and the ability to withdraw funds via crypto exchanges or local banks and mobile money.
- What does it offer to Base users? It can be used by freelancers receiving payments from PayPal, Stripe, Upwork, and international banks.
OnboardGlobal
- What is it? A P2P on-ramp/off-ramp and financial asset manager for creators and builders.
- Platform link: https://www.onboard.xyz/
- Key features: It offers virtual USD accounts, cards, and crypto wallets facilitated by licensed financial partners.
- What does it offer to Base users? It enables users to buy tokens with local currency and cash out USDC.
B3
- What is it? A Layer 3 open gaming ecosystem that provides horizontally scaled, hyper-operable infrastructure for interconnected blockchain games.
- Platform link: https://www.b3.fun/
- Key features: It allows developers to launch onchain games without wallet or network pop-ups.
- What does it offer to Base users? Crypto gamers can instantly play, earn, and interact across that interconnected ecosystem with minimal gas costs.
Talent Protocol
- What is it? A professional community where builders create onchain resumes, gain reputation through contributions, and earn rewards for bounties, grants, and community recognition.
- Platform link: https://talentprotocol.com/
- Key features: Users can build a web3-native profile without coding.
- What does it offer to Base users? Users can access weekly ETH rewards, connection with 150k+ builders, and onchain proof of skills and contributions.
Aerodome
- What is it? A decentralized exchange featuring concentrated liquidity, vote-escrowed governance, and full fee redistribution.
- Platform link: https://aerodrome.finance/
- Key features: It claims to offer sub-second, sub-cent gas-efficient trades, boosted rewards for Coinbase One members, weekly AERO emissions, and transparent liquidity incentives.
- What does it offer to Base users? An opportunity too earn while owning crypto.
Tunnl
- What is it? An AI-powered audience intelligence platform that integrates research, targeting, and measurement to help organizations identify key audiences, optimize channel strategies, and measure campaign impact.
- Platform link: https://www.tunnldata.com/
- Key features: It claims to assess campaign effectiveness and ROI
- What does it offer to Base users? It gives users precise targeting of crypto-native audiences and quantifiable impact measurement.
Creator Base
- What is it? A blockchain-powered platform that automates creator outreach, content compliance verification, and onchain reward distribution for user-generated content campaigns.
- Platform link: https://creatorbase.pro/
- Key features: It claims to have immutable proof-of-work credentials, transparent engagement metrics, and instant, low-cost global payments.
- What does it offer to Base users? An AI-driven matching of creators to brand briefs.
Zora
- What is it? An onchain social NFT protocol where each post or artwork is minted as an ERC-20 “content coin.”
- Platform link: https://zora.co/
- Key features: It claims to offer to users access to Uniswap v4 liquidity pools.
- What does it offer to Base users? Tokenizing social posts and creative outputs
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