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We’re excited to announce we have officially secured an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) authorization from the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This important milestone for our U.K. operation accelerates our growth plans and unlocks opportunities to launch even more exciting products and services to meet the evolving needs of U.K. clients. Our EMI license strengthens…
Today marks a pivotal moment for Kraken. The SEC staff has agreed in principle to dismiss its lawsuit against Kraken with prejudice, with no admission of wrongdoing, no penalties paid and no changes to our business. The SEC’s decision to dismiss its lawsuit against us (and many others) is more than just a legal victory…
This is a new era for crypto and Kraken. With new beginnings come opportunities to redefine how we serve both existing and future clients. To better meet your evolving needs, we’re reinventing our overall consumer investing experience, which begins today with the relaunch of our Kraken app. This isn’t just a UI update; it’s a…
We offer a variety of crypto products and services to millions of clients in 190+ countries. Last year, we received data requests from law enforcement and government agencies located in 71 countries. Combined global law enforcement and regulatory agency requests increased 38.6% in 2024 vs. 2023 U.S. agencies issued 28.6% of all data requests in…
In his new role, Ben Gray will oversee our legal, compliance and enterprise risk management operations, guiding the company through the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. He will ensure we continue to uphold the highest standards of compliance and integrity as it further expands its geographical footprint and product portfolio. Ben will report directly to our…
We’re excited to announce we have obtained a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) license in the EU. The license was obtained through the acquisition of a Cypriot Investment Firm, which was recently approved by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). This milestone marks a significant step in our expansion strategy, allowing us to…
Earlier this week, Bybit announced their exit from France. We’re proud to be expanding in France and across Europe, fully committed to operating in compliance with regulatory requirements. As one of the longest-standing crypto exchanges, we’ve built a strong foundation in Europe, where we are a leader in euro trading volumes and continue to prioritize…
It’s been an incredible launch year for Kraken Institutional. We’re already gearing up for an even bigger and better 2025, with exciting new products and initiatives designed to deliver even more value to our institutional clients. Looking back on the past 12 months, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made in expanding our suite of…
Kraken is committed to ensuring that we comply with applicable laws and regulations. Our commitment to compliance, and evolving to keep up with regulatory change, positions us to advance our mission of accelerating global crypto adoption to promote financial freedom. Proactive regulatory adaptation Kraken has been proactive in adapting to regulatory changes. For instance, in…
Calling all trading maestros! It’s time to showcase your Kraken Pro prowess in our Interface-off Challenge. Your trading desk is a command center, so show us your customized layout that would make Wall Street traders green with envy. Kraken Pro customization features enable you to create your personalized trading screen exactly as you like it.…
