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We’re thrilled to announce supports for new USDC margin pairs for Solana (SOL), XRP (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Dogecoin (DOGE), Litecoin (LTC), Chainlink (LINK) and Polkadot (DOT) —Taking our total to over 200 markets enabled for margin trading on Kraken Pro! Here’s some more information about the tokens: Solana (SOL) is a blockchain platform aimed at…
In a recent Kraken survey, 84% of surveyed crypto holders expressed concerns about tax laws affecting their returns. As tax season rolls around, crypto investors in the U.S. need to be aware of their tax obligations. Kraken’s U.S. crypto tax guide 2025 has all the information you need to stay compliant as you file your…
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…
We are excited to announce the launch of a new staking product for U.S. clients in 37 states and 2 territories, providing a straightforward and secure means for clients to participate in the security of supported networks. We plan to expand access to users in more states as permitted. Starting today, clients residing in eligible…
The snake is known for its calculated approach – studying, waiting, then striking at the perfect moment. As we enter the lunar Year of the Snake, we’re launching our most strategic trading competition yet, with a prize pool of up to $88,888 USDT* up for grabs. Competition overview Starting February 3, 2025, traders will compete…
Kraken’s CF Benchmarks (CFB) has introduced a comprehensive analysis framework to help investors better understand cryptocurrency portfolio construction, optimization and risk management. Why should you care about crypto factors? A familiar model that applies to a new asset class Investors have long relied on factor-based approaches in traditional markets to understand the underlying drivers of…
January 15, 2025 | Pro Kraken OTC clients can now access the features and trading functionality they love from the OTC Portal within the Kraken Pro app. Kraken OTC is excited to announce our request-for-quote (RFQ) feature is now available in the Kraken Pro app. With RFQ, you avoid the hassle of navigating fast-moving and…
Note: This is a blog summary of CF Benchmarks’ full 2025 market outlook. Digital asset evolution Cryptocurrencies are no longer a niche interest. Bitcoin and Ethereum have seen their ecosystems expand significantly. One of the biggest drivers has been the introduction of ETFs for each token. These financial products have accelerated institutional investment and brought…
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…
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…
