Coinbase

Coinbase · Launch Video Breakdown: Hook, Pacing & Motion Design

Derivatives are now live on Coinbase for Agents: stock index and crypto perps, precious metals and energy futures. From prompt to position.

Developer ToolsLaunchAugust 19, 2026@CoinbaseDev
0:00 · The Hook · Derivatives Launch Announcement
0:00 / 0:00

Scene-by-scene timeline & spoken transcript

  1. The Hook

    Derivatives Launch Announcement

    “(No spoken dialogue — Ambient electronic score with pizzicato synths and sub-bass establishes a steady, hypnotic rhythm.)”

    On screen
    DERIVATIVES NOW AVAILABLE ON COINBASE FOR AGENTS
    Camera
    Static, centered text on a black background.
    Motion
    Fade-in text animation, simple and direct.
  2. Problem Agitation

    AI-Powered Query Input

    “(No spoken dialogue — Ambient electronic score with pizzicato synths and sub-bass maintains a steady, hypnotic rhythm.)”

    On screen
    give me the read on bitcoin before i decide
    Camera
    Static, centered view of a chat input bubble.
    Motion
    Text typing animation within a chat bubble, with a subtle cursor blink and an expanding blue circle transforming into an upward arrow icon.
  3. Product Reveal

    Data Aggregation & Analysis

    “(No spoken dialogue — Ambient electronic score with pizzicato synths and sub-bass maintains a steady, hypnotic rhythm.)”

    On screen
    BTC perpetual funding · Glassnode +0.010% / 8h BTC sentiment · Polymarket 48% odds > $80K by Dec 31 Funding is flat and Polymarket odds lean bullish on BTC into year end.
    Camera
    Static, displaying multiple lines of data and analysis.
    Motion
    Sequential text reveal, line by line, simulating real-time data fetching and AI-generated summary.
  4. Feature Teaser

    Automated Trade Execution

    “(No spoken dialogue — Ambient electronic score with pizzicato synths and sub-bass maintains a steady, hypnotic rhythm.)”

    On screen
    Long bitcoin with $15,000 SENT BTC-PERP PERPETUAL FUTURES Long Size 0.2200 BTC • $15,000 Entry (Market) $68,186.00 Margin $3,000.00 Funding (8h) +0.010% Allow for this task Deny Placing order... Filled #DV-88214
    Camera
    Static, transitioning from a chat bubble to a detailed order confirmation modal.
    Motion
    Chat bubble morphs into a detailed trading modal. UI elements animate in, simulating user interaction (button click, loading state, confirmation).
  5. Call to Action

    Coinbase for Agents

    “(No spoken dialogue — Ambient electronic score with pizzicato synths and sub-bass maintains a steady, hypnotic rhythm.)”

    On screen
    Coinbase for Agents For informational purposes only. Not investment advice or a recommendation. Evaluate your financial situation and consult independent professional advisors before authorizing agent activity. AI agents can make mistakes or fail. You direct all agent activity and assume all risk for transactions your agents execute, as well as for any use of your data by third-party AI providers coinbase
    Camera
    Static, full-screen display with a subtle animated background texture.
    Motion
    Text fade-in with a subtle, animated dotted grid background, creating a tech-forward, secure aesthetic.

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