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In brief Dutch and U.S. authorities shut down VerifTools, a major fake ID marketplace that generated $6.4 million selling counterfeit documents for as little as $9 in crypto. The operation seized 23 servers from one of the largest international providers of fraudulent identity documents. Modern fake IDs use sophisticated technology like holograms and UV ink,…
In brief Coinbase is raising $2 billion in convertible notes for acquisitions and general corporate purposes amid analyst concerns over Q2’s 25% revenue drop. Two Seas Capital, Core Scientific’s largest shareholder with 6.3% stake, opposes the $9 billion all-stock sale to CoreWeave as “inadequate valuation.” Block Inc. added 108 Bitcoin to its corporate treasury in…
We’re excited to announce plans to introduce the $INK token and Ink Layer 2 into our existing product suite, unlocking a new wave of use cases powered by onchain protocols and infrastructure. We aim to deliver seamless onchain experiences and new opportunities for our global client base. $INK will be issued by a subsidiary of…
We are excited to announce that Kraken Wrapped Bitcoin (kBTC) is now live on Unichain, an Ethereum-based Layer 2 built for DeFi. Additionally, Unichain users and developers can now transfer ETH and USDT0 directly between Kraken and Unichain. The integration expands Kraken’s role as the liquidity hub for clients to seamlessly tap into multi-chain experiences. …
January 16, 2025 | Asset Listings We’re excited to announce that USDT0 is now available on Kraken! Funding Deposits and withdrawals for USDT0 will be live starting at 15:00 PM UTC today, January 16th. To add USDT0 to your Kraken account, simply navigate to Funding, select USDT, and click ‘Deposit’. ⚠️ Important: Be sure to…
Ink, a Layer 2 (L2) built on the Optimism Superchain, is now live on mainnet, embarking on its mission to bridge the gap between users and the builders engineering the future of DeFi by creating a seamless, connected ecosystem. Initially planned for Q1 2025, Ink has launched ahead of schedule after a successful period of…
With Kraken Wallet, we are committed to creating intuitive, seamless and secure onchain experiences. Today, we’re thrilled to unveil a new set of tools to navigate the vast onchain world, and our new Explore page is at the forefront. Whether you’re new to onchain or a seasoned professional, Explore pairs with our new in-app browser…
For over a decade, Kraken has provided a safe way for users to engage with the world of crypto, helping to usher in a new era of finance. Today, that mission takes a step onchain with Ink, an OP Stack Layer 2 (L2) blockchain providing the security and safety for crypto enthusiasts to engage with…
Ink is a cutting-edge Layer 2 (L2) blockchain built on Optimism’s Superchain and released by Kraken. As a natural evolution of our mission, Ink will serve as a seamless bridge to DeFi, empowering users to move onchain with confidence and ease. Being onchain can feel complex and daunting. As a single, integrated ecosystem, Ink simplifies…
