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Kraken Expands Into UK With New FCA-Compliant Crypto Derivatives Offering

Kraken, one of the world’s top crypto exchanges, has officially launched crypto derivatives trading in the UK. This move underscores the platform’s strategic pivot towards institutional and professional traders. This launch comes under the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) framework, which permits derivatives trading for clients who meet its strict "Professional Client" classification. The launch of Kraken derivatives trading in the UK aligns with the platform’s broader mission to...

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Is Bybit’s 500x Leverage on US Stocks and Gold a Game-Changer – or Disaster?

Bybit has disclosed plans to launch trading in U.S. equities such as Apple, plus gold and crude oil, by Q2 2025 through its MT5 gateway. The exchange has paired the move with up to 500x leverage and AI-driven analytics after a record $1.5 billion hack prompted a sweeping security rebuild globally.

Kraken’s ‘Embed’ Opens New Crypto Opportunities for Banks and FinTechs

Crypto adoption is accelerating worldwide, and traditional financial institutions are racing to meet growing client demand. On April 30, 2025, Kraken, a globally recognized crypto exchange with over a decade of industry experience, launched Kraken Embed. It’s a new Crypto-as-a-Service (CaaS) solution specifically designed to help banks, neobanks, and FinTechs offer seamless crypto trading to their customers. By reducing infrastructure overhead, Kraken Embed for banks and other financial...

Kraken Spots North Korean Job Seeker Attempting to Gain Exchange’s Access

Crypto exchange Kraken has explained how it identified a potential North Korean threat actor pretending to be a job applicant. The hacker attempted to infiltrate the ranks of the US tech firm by applying for a job position, the exchange detailed. The impersonated applicant applied for an...

, by Sujha Sundararajan

Kraken Revenue Hits $472M in Q1 2025 Amid Market Volatility Under Trump

Crypto exchange Kraken reported $472 million in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a 19% year-over-year increase.

“Just One API”: How Kraken’s New ‘Embed’ Lets Banks Tap $300B Crypto Market Overnight

Kraken announced the launch of a new crypto-as-a-service product called Embed on April 30. The solution allows financial institutions to offer crypto trading directly to users through a single API integration. According to the announcement, Embed gives partners access to Kraken’s trading...

, by Hongji Feng

Kraken Trims Workforce Across Departments Ahead of Potential Listing: Report

Crypto exchange Kraken has quietly reduced its workforce in recent months, trimming headcount across multiple departments as it streamlines operations in anticipation of a possible US public listing next year. CoinDesk reported Friday that the downsizing affects “hundreds of staffers.” A...

, by Shalini Nagarajan

Kraken Launches Commission-Free Stock and ETF Trading in the U.S.

Crypto exchange Kraken announced on April 14 that it is entering a new phase of expansion with the launch of commission-free stock and exchange traded fund (ETF) trading in the United States. Kraken said it has established a securities division, Kraken Securities, in a blogpost on Monday....

, by Tanzeel Akhtar

Kraken Partners with Mastercard to Bring Crypto Payments to 150M Merchants in UK and Europe

Kraken is joining forces with Mastercard to allow digital asset holders in the UK and Europe to spend their crypto at over 150 million merchants worldwide.

, by Ruholamin Haqshanas

Kraken Rolls Out Premium Membership for Investors Seeking an Edge in Crypto Markets

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken on Monday launched a new premium membership offering called Kraken+, targeting individual investors who want to reduce trading fees and earn higher returns on stablecoin holdings. The subscription was officially rolled out on Monday, with the exchange positioning...

, by Shalini Nagarajan

SEC Officially Drops Consensys, Kraken, and Cumberland DRW Cases

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially dropped its cases against Kraken, Consensys, and Cumberland DRW in a series of joint stipulations this week, the federal regulator announced Thursday. SEC Ends Legal Actions Against Crypto Firms According to three...

, by Julia Smith

Crypto Exchange Kraken Eyes $1 Billion Debt Raise Ahead of Potential IPO: Report

Crypto exchange Kraken is exploring raising up to $1b in debt as it gears up for a potential initial public offering, Bloomberg reported Tuesday. The move signals growing confidence within the company as it eyes a public debut amid a shifting regulatory landscape in the US. Kraken has...

, by Shalini Nagarajan

Kraken Moves to Capture Futures Trading With $1.5B NinjaTrader Acquisition: Report

Kraken is set to finalize a landmark $1.5b deal to acquire US-based retail futures trading platform NinjaTrader, a move expected to expand the exchange’s reach beyond traditional digital assets. The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday that an agreement could be announced as soon as Thursday...

, by Shalini Nagarajan

Kraken Secures UK License to Enable E-Money Issuance, Enhancing Payment Services

Kraken has received an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

, by Ruholamin Haqshanas

Crypto Exchange Kraken Mulls 2026 IPO: Bloomberg

Kraken is preparing for an IPO in first quarter of 2026, taking advantage of what appears to be a more favorable regulatory climate.

, by Ruholamin Haqshanas

Kraken Prepares for Next Round of FTX Payouts, Including $50K Claims

Kraken has confirmed that it will proceed with the next phase of FTX-related creditor repayments on May 30, extending distributions to claimants with claims exceeding $50,000. This follows an initial round in February, which covered smaller claims of $50,000 or less. Kraken Expands FTX...

, by Hassan Shittu

Kraken Sees 39% Surge in Regulatory Requests in 2024, Led by FBI and SEC

Kraken experienced an increase in regulatory and enforcement data requests in 2024, marking a 39% surge compared to the previous year.

, by Ruholamin Haqshanas

Crypto Exchange Kraken Looks to Resume Services in India

San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is reportedly preparing to re-enter the Indian market. To lead its local operations, the company has appointed Vishesh Khurana, co-founder of Shiprocket, as an advisor, the Economic Times reported Thursday. According to the outlet, Kraken...

, by Shalini Nagarajan

Kraken Co-Founder Jesse Powell Sues Luxury Co-Op for Blocking Home Purchase Over Crypto Ties

Jesse Powell has filed a lawsuit against a San Francisco luxury co-op, alleging that it unlawfully blocked his attempt to purchase a home,

, by Ruholamin Haqshanas

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