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Kraken Unveils New Platform for Institutional Clients amid ETF Boost

  • The exchange aims to meet the needs of institutional clients by consolidating various products and services.
  • The recent approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs has increased institutional demand for crypto solutions.
Tuesday, 27/02/2024 | 15:56 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Fires Back: Challenges SEC Lawsuit as Regulatory Overstep

  • The testimony delivered on May 10, 2023, highlighted inadequate digital asset industry regulation.
  • The firm disputes the SEC's token-contract stance citing a lack of buyer-issuer agreement.
Friday, 23/02/2024 | 07:48 GMT by Tareq Sikder
CryptoCurrency

DNB Greenlights Kraken with VASP Registration: Opens Doors to Dutch Market

  • The acquisition of BCM in October highlights the importance of the Dutch market.
  • Approximately 20% of Dutch citizens hold digital assets, among the highest rates in Europe.
Thursday, 08/02/2024 | 16:18 GMT by Tareq Sikder
Executives

Kraken Announces Two Executive Hires to Navigate Regulatory Landscape

  • Gilles BianRosa, former CPO at N26, has joined the firm as COO/CPO.
  • Marcus Hughes is now the Global Head of Regulatory Strategy.
Thursday, 25/01/2024 | 17:08 GMT by Tareq Sikder
CryptoCurrency

Kraken's CF Benchmarks Engages with 50 Firms amid SEC's Approval of Bitcoin ETFs: Report

  • BlackRock and Franklin Templeton currently utilize CF Benchmarks' index for their products.
  • Trading volumes hit $7.7 billion as investors flocked to spot Bitcoin ETFs.
Wednesday, 17/01/2024 | 12:41 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Is the Future of US Crypto Exchanges in Jeopardy? Binance Folds, but Kraken Holds Ground

  • SEC's lawsuit against Kraken alleges unregistered securities activities and commingling of funds.
  • Binance fined $4.3 billion, the CEO, Changpeng Zhao, stepped down and pled guilty to criminal charges.
Thursday, 23/11/2023 | 14:00 GMT by Sam White
CryptoCurrency

Crypto Compliance or Overreach? SEC's Kraken Crusade Sparks Industry Debate

  • SEC, Kraken, and the Quandary of Investor Trust
Tuesday, 21/11/2023 | 13:28 GMT by Pedro Ferreira
CryptoCurrency

SEC Sues Kraken for Registration Failure, Mixing Customers’ Funds

  • The crypto exchange denied all charges against it in a detailed blog post.
  • The charges are similar to the ones brought against Binance and Coinbase.
Tuesday, 21/11/2023 | 05:55 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Bolsters UK Presence with Appointment of New Managing Director

  • Das is a crypto entrepreneur with experience in the commercial and fintech industry.
  • His appointment is a strategic move to capitalize on the expanding crypto adoption in the UK.
Friday, 27/10/2023 | 17:51 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Kraken to Acquire Dutch Crypto Broker BCM in European Expansion

  • The crypto exchange aims to provide BCM's clients with an expanded product offering.
  • The expansion coincides with the introduction of MiCA regulations.
Thursday, 05/10/2023 | 17:06 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Dives into Traditional Markets: Targets US Stocks and ETFs

  • The move comes as crypto firms aim to diversify services after a challenging year.
  • Kraken holds a regulatory license in the UK and has applied for a broker-dealer license in the US.
Wednesday, 27/09/2023 | 20:50 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Bolsters EU Presence: Gains Approvals in Ireland and Spain

  • The crypto exchange is now an e-money institution in Ireland.
  • It is also a VASP in Spain, Ireland, and Italy.
Wednesday, 27/09/2023 | 07:31 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

Aussie Operator of Kraken Sued over Design and Distribution Failures

  • The Aussie regulator took action against the platform's margin trading product.
  • Kraken is "surprised and disappointed" with the regulatory action.
Thursday, 21/09/2023 | 06:22 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Fixes Ethereum Funding Gateway Issues

  • The crypto exchange reported the issue on Sunday.
  • Kraken cautioned users that the issue could cause challenges in deposits and withdrawals.
Monday, 31/07/2023 | 11:27 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Co-Founder Jesse Powell Was Investigated by FBI for Allegedly Hacking Non-Profit

  • Powell allegedly cyberstalked the Verge Centre for the Arts.
  • The case is not related to Powell's activity in the crypto industry, his lawyer said.
Friday, 07/07/2023 | 14:27 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Pro Adds Crypto Futures

  • The platform now offers crypto spots, staking, and futures.
  • It lists over 90 crypto perpetual futures contracts.
Thursday, 27/04/2023 | 06:26 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

Luno Closes Curtain on Singapore as Kraken Secures Irish Registration

  • Luno's Singapore exit is part of a "regular evaluation of our global strategy."
  • Kraken registration in Ireland comes amidst troubles in US.
Tuesday, 18/04/2023 | 16:31 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Files Pre-Registration with Canada’s Ontario Regulator

  • OSC banned KuCoin and fined Bybit last year for operating without authorization.
  • However, Kraken says it remains committed to Canada.
Thursday, 30/03/2023 | 16:04 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Crypto Exchange Sponsors Williams Racing F1 Team

  • The Kraken logo will appear on the FW45 car halo and rear wing.
  • Additionally, the Williams' car will present KrakenNFT digital art collectibles.
Wednesday, 29/03/2023 | 11:58 GMT by Damian Chmiel
News

Kraken to Suspend ACH Deposits and Withdrawals

  • Kraken has been using Silvergate Bank's Signet since 2019.
  • The exchange is now looking for another banking technology partner.
Thursday, 23/03/2023 | 11:31 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

Kraken to Move from Exchange to Crypto Bank amid US Regulatory Dispute

  • Kraken Bank was initially announced almost three years ago.
  • The idea reemerges when the crypto exchange faces regulatory scrutiny in the US.
Tuesday, 07/03/2023 | 09:33 GMT by Damian Chmiel
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Shuts Staking-as-a-Service in US amid $30M SEC Settlement

  • The exchange will continue to offer staking for non-US customers.
  • The SEC raised concerns about the risks of staking-as-a-service platforms.
Friday, 10/02/2023 | 06:54 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

Kraken Faces SEC Probe over Unregistered Securities Listings

  • Neither the regulator nor the exchange officially confirmed the investigation.
  • The probe is believed to be in advanced stages with possibilities of a settlement.
Thursday, 09/02/2023 | 07:31 GMT by Arnab Shome
Executives

Kraken Hires Ex-BlockFi VP, Samia Bayou, as Head of Prime Finance

  • Bayou brings about 18 years of industry experience to the role.
  • The executive's appointment comes despite continued crypto job cuts in 2023.
Friday, 13/01/2023 | 17:09 GMT by Solomon Oladipupo
CryptoCurrency

Kraken To Shut Operations in Japan by Citing 'Weak Crypto Market'

  • It urged customers to withdraw funds by 31 January 2023.
  • It will be the second time Kraken is exiting the Japanese market.
Wednesday, 28/12/2022 | 10:23 GMT by Arnab Shome
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