Coinbase (COIN) director gains 1,915 shares from RSU vesting
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Filing Sentiment
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Coinbase Global director Clement Paul increased his stake through RSU vesting, not open-market trading. On June 16, 2026, he acquired 1,167 shares of Class A common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units and a further 748 shares through a separate RSU vesting event. The Compensation Committee approved accelerated vesting for RSUs that had been scheduled to vest on August 20, 2026, converting them earlier into Class A shares. Footnotes note that each RSU equals one share of Class A common stock and that RSUs vest or are canceled rather than expiring, with another grant set to vest on the earlier of June 18, 2026 or the next annual shareholder meeting, subject to continued service.
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Insider Trade Summary
1,915 shares exercised/converted
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4 txns
Insider
Clement Paul
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 748 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 1,167 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Class A Common Stock | 748 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Class A Common Stock | 1,167 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 748 shares (Direct, null);
Class A Common Stock — 2,748 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- Vesting of restricted stock units ("RSUs") previously granted to the Reporting Person. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock. Effective June 16, 2026, the Compensation Committee of the Issuer's Board of Directors approved the accelerated vesting of RSUs that were scheduled to vest on August 20, 2026. RSUs do not expire; they either vest or are canceled prior to vesting date. The RSUs vest on the earlier of June 18, 2026, or the date of the next annual meeting of the shareholders of the Issuer, subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to the Issuer on the vesting date.
Key Figures
RSUs vested: 1,167 units
Additional RSUs vested: 748 units
Total shares from RSU vesting: 1,915 shares
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6 metrics
RSUs vested
1,167 units
Converted into 1,167 Class A shares on June 16, 2026
Additional RSUs vested
748 units
Converted into 748 Class A shares on June 16, 2026
Total shares from RSU vesting
1,915 shares
ExerciseShares in transaction summary
Accelerated vesting date
June 16, 2026
Effective date approved by Compensation Committee
Original vesting date
August 20, 2026
Date RSUs were initially scheduled to vest before acceleration
Next vesting trigger
June 18, 2026
Earlier of June 18, 2026 or next annual shareholder meeting
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, derivative security, accelerated vesting, Compensation Committee, +1 more
5 terms
Restricted Stock Units financial
"security_title: "Restricted Stock Units""
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
derivative security financial
"transaction_code_description: "Exercise or conversion of derivative security""
A derivative security is a financial contract whose value comes from the price or performance of something else, such as a stock, bond, commodity, or market index. For investors it acts like an insurance policy or a wager: it can be used to protect against losses, lock in prices, or amplify gains and losses, so it can change a portfolio’s risk and potential return without owning the underlying asset directly.
accelerated vesting financial
"approved the accelerated vesting of RSUs that were scheduled to vest"
Compensation Committee financial
"the Compensation Committee of the Issuer's Board of Directors approved"
A compensation committee is a group within a company's leadership responsible for setting and reviewing how much top executives and employees are paid, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits. It matters to investors because fair and effective pay decisions can influence a company's performance, leadership motivation, and overall governance, helping ensure that the company’s management is aligned with shareholders’ interests.
FAQ
What insider transaction did Clement Paul report at Coinbase (COIN)?
Clement Paul reported acquiring Class A shares through restricted stock unit vesting, not open-market trades. On June 16, 2026, 1,167 RSUs and 748 RSUs converted into the same number of Coinbase Class A common shares as part of his equity compensation.
Was the Coinbase (COIN) RSU vesting for Clement Paul accelerated?
Yes, the Compensation Committee approved accelerated vesting for certain RSUs. Footnotes state that effective June 16, 2026, RSUs originally scheduled to vest on August 20, 2026 vested early, converting into Coinbase Class A common stock for Clement Paul as the reporting person.
What does each restricted stock unit represent in Coinbase (COIN)’s grant to Clement Paul?
Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Coinbase Class A common stock. When the RSUs vest, they automatically convert into an equal number of shares, provided the reporting person satisfies the continued service conditions through the applicable vesting date.
Do Coinbase (COIN) RSUs held by Clement Paul expire if they do not vest?
The footnotes explain that RSUs do not have an expiration date. Instead, they either vest according to their schedule or are canceled before the vesting date if conditions, such as continued service with Coinbase, are not met by the reporting person.
When will Clement Paul’s remaining Coinbase (COIN) RSUs vest?
A separate RSU grant is scheduled to vest on the earlier of June 18, 2026, or the date of Coinbase’s next annual meeting of shareholders. Vesting of these units is conditioned on Clement Paul continuing to serve the company through the applicable vesting date.