Jesse Pollak Proposes OnlyFans Alternative on Base, Issues Apology for Comments
Coinbase's Base has generated controversy due to statements made by its head, Jesse Pollak. Key points include:
- Pollak promoted a token with the slogan "Base is for everyone," emphasizing the idea of tokenizing everything.
- His provocative social media posts included phrases like "Base is for pimping" and "Base is for squirting," which sparked discussion on Crypto Twitter.
- Despite advocating for a broader application of Base, Coinbase's terms prohibit users engaged in adult content from utilizing its platform.
- Coinbase has historically barred sex workers from its services since at least 2016, citing restrictions against adult content-related commerce.
- The contradiction between promoting adult content on Base while restricting access through Coinbase raises questions about the inclusivity of crypto platforms.
- Pollak later apologized for his comments regarding "pimping," recognizing the sensitivity surrounding such terminology.
- A Coinbase spokesperson reiterated that while Base is permissionless, creators in adult work cannot use Coinbase for transactions.