Winklevoss' Gemini Enters Stock Trading Fray with Coinbase and Kraken

Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, has joined forces with Coinbase and Kraken in the push to offer stock trading services. The move is part of Gemini's strategy to expand beyond cryptocurrencies and become a full-fledged financial super app.

The company announced on July 7, 2026, that it would begin offering commission-free stock trading for US customers through its app. Nasdaq will provide real-time market data, while Apex Clearing Corporation will act as custodian and clearing broker.

Gemini's move into equities comes after the company flagged the sector as a future priority in its Q4 2025 letter to shareholders. The letter described 2026 as the start of 'Gemini 2.0', a shift from crypto-only exchange to markets company.