Markets Coinbase-Backed Ethereum Network Base to Dump Optimism Tech as Potential Token Looms February 18, 2026 By The Coin Weekly This post was originally published on this siteEthereum layer-2 network Base is leaving behind the Optimism technology stack as it seeks faster upgrades and reduced overhead. Share FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Latest stories Markets Can AI Agents Boost Ethereum Security? OpenAI and Paradigm Created a Testing Ground The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026 AI Coinbase’s Base transitions to its own architecture with eye on streamlining The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026 Markets Bitcoin Miner Riot Must Embrace $21 Billion AI Opportunity, Says Activist Investor The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026 Markets Peter Thiel Exits ETHZilla Investment After Ethereum Treasury Stock Craters The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026 Markets Canary, Grayscale Sui ETFs Hit US Markets With Staking Rewards The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026 - Advertisement - You might also like... Markets Can AI Agents Boost Ethereum Security? OpenAI and Paradigm Created a Testing Ground The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026 Markets Bitcoin Miner Riot Must Embrace $21 Billion AI Opportunity, Says Activist Investor The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026 Markets Peter Thiel Exits ETHZilla Investment After Ethereum Treasury Stock Craters The Coin Weekly - February 18, 2026