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March 31, 2025 | Kraken Wallet, New Features Kraken Wallet users can now link their Kraken accounts directly to their Kraken Wallet, unlocking a seamless and secure way to manage their crypto. No more switching platforms or copying addresses — just connect and go. What is Kraken Connect? Kraken Connect is a secure OAuth2-based integration…
March 20, 2025 | News We are excited to announce we have entered into an agreement to acquire NinjaTrader, the leading U.S. retail futures trading platform, for $1.5 billion, subject to certain purchase price adjustments. This acquisition strengthens our position as a 24/7, always-on technology platform built for professional traders, making us a leader in…
We’re excited to announce our new colocation service, which will provide clients access to ultra-fast execution. The service is designed to further enhance our trading performance and scalability, while maintaining fair and transparent access to our global crypto markets. Starting later this year, clients will be able to access ultra-low-latency trading from our European data…
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…
At Kraken, we’re committed to offering trusted, transparent and innovative stablecoin solutions. That’s why we’re proud to work alongside Paxos, Robinhood and Anchorage as part of the Global Dollar Network to bring you USDG. Backed by Paxos, a global leader in stablecoins, USDG comes with the confidence of over $160 billion in stablecoins issued since…
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…
By Arjun Sethi, Kraken co-CEO Kraken was founded in 2011 with a clear vision: Build the most secure, reliable and accessible crypto exchange in the world. Our founders, Jesse Powell and Thanh Luu, started the company with a relentless focus on product, execution and long-term impact. At the time, Mt. Gox was on the verge…
Photos, videos and data move at the speed of a click, yet moving money can take days and is costly, especially when transacting across the world. But why? Shouldn’t moving your money be as easy, cheap and instant as sending a text message or a photo to a friend? Introducing Kraken Pay — a new…
