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The Base network (incubated by Coinbase) is an Ethereum Layer 2 solution. Because of its unique structure, there is often confusion regarding its "token." Here is the breakdown of the current status of the Base token and how to invest in the ecosystem as of December 2025. 1. The Core Status: No Native Token Native Asset: Base uses Ethereum ($ETH) for gas fees. It does not have its own separate network token (like Arbitrum’s ARB or Optimism’s OP) for paying transaction fees. Official Stance: For most of its history, Coinbase and the Base team have stated they have no plans to issue a specific network token. The goal of Base is to scale Ethereum, not to pump a new coin. "BASE" Token Warning: If you see a token specifically named "Base" or "$BASE" on a decentralized exchange, it is likely unrelated, a scam, or a different project (e.g., Base Protocol) that is often confused with the Coinbase network. Do not buy these expecting them to be the official coin.

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