DAI has made history as the first stablecoin featured on Coinbase Earn, an educational platform that rewards users with cryptocurrency for learning. This initiative allows participants to earn $6 in DAI by completing interactive lessons about the token and its underlying technology.
Coinbase Integrates DAI into Its Earn Program
Coinbase announced the inclusion of DAI in its Earn program via an official blog post. Starting June 10, users could watch educational videos and take quizzes to earn DAI while learning about its role as a decentralized stablecoin. This move highlights Coinbase’s commitment to fostering crypto literacy and adoption.
Expanding the Educational Horizon
The platform now supports six cryptocurrencies:
- DAI (stablecoin)
- EOS (blockchain platform)
- Stellar (XLM) (payment network)
- ZCash (ZEC) (privacy coin)
- Basic Attention Token (BAT) (advertising ecosystem)
- 0x (ZRX) (decentralized exchange protocol)
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Driving Crypto Adoption Through Education
Coinbase aims to bridge knowledge gaps by incentivizing learning:
"We want to empower users to explore crypto confidently. Offering DAI through Earn aligns with our mission to make blockchain accessible."
The company plans to distribute over $100 million in crypto rewards to accelerate mainstream adoption. Stablecoins like DAI—pegged to the US dollar—serve as an ideal gateway for newcomers due to their price stability.
How to Earn DAI
Users can complete three lessons covering:
- DAI Basics: How it maintains stability.
- Use Cases: Real-world applications.
- Maker Protocol: The decentralized system behind DAI.
Each lesson rewards participants with DAI, totaling $6 upon completion.
FAQ
Why did Coinbase choose DAI for its Earn program?
DAI’s stability and decentralized nature make it a beginner-friendly introduction to cryptocurrencies.
How much DAI can I earn?
Up to $6 worth of DAI by finishing all three lessons.
Are other stablecoins available on Coinbase Earn?
Currently, DAI is the only stablecoin listed, reflecting its pioneering role in the ecosystem.