Kraken News

Stay updated on Kraken exchange news, regulatory developments, staking updates, product launches, and institutional crypto adoption.

Culture

New York Times report says Kraken’s CEO began culture war

Kraken CEO released a 31-page document that outlines the "libertarian philosophical values" of the company, telling those who disagree to quit the company.

4 years ago

Exchanges

Kraken CEO lashes out against some employees for being ‘bad fit’

Jesse Powell said that the actions of some employees is negatively impacting the productivity of others because their focus has shifted from the company’s culture.

4 years ago

Legal

Craig Wright files legal action against Coinbase and Kraken for ‘misrepresenting’ Bitcoin

Craig Wright resumes litigation against entities that infringe his copyright and challenge his claims of being Satoshi Nakamoto.

4 years ago

NFTs

Kraken joins list of centralized exchanges with NFT marketplace

Kraken’s marketplace offers users an avenue to carry out gas free NFT transactions.

4 years ago

Adoption

Kraken secures regulatory approval to set up shop in Abu Dhabi

Kraken has become the latest crypto exchange to secure regulatory approval for a regional HQ in the UAE.

4 years ago

Exchanges

Kraken’s Bitcoin Lightning service hits 2,500 BTC in transactions

Less than three week since launch, Kraken’s Lightning service has already processed over 2,500 BTC in Lightning transactions. Kraken is now the sixth largest node on the Lightning network.

4 years ago

Crime

Unchecked crime forces Kraken exchange to close San Francisco HQ

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is shutting down its office in San Francisco as its staff has been facing attacks and robberies amid a significant rise in crime.

4 years ago

Exchanges

Kraken to list Internet Computer (ICP) despite 98% crash from all-time high

Investors remain spooked following Internet Computer's price crash. Nonetheless, Kraken will list $ICP this week.

4 years ago

Exchanges

Kraken will donate fees generated from Russian transactions to Ukraine

Kraken is donating a total of $10 million to help Ukraine against Russia's invasion and part of it will be funded via the fees generated from Russian transactions on the exchange.

4 years ago

Analysis

Kraken on-chain analysis shows crypto confidence is low

Despite the recent bounce, on-chain metrics indicate a lack of bullish sentiment.

4 years ago

Exchanges

Kraken gears up to expand its product offer and acquires staking platform Staked

The major exchange announced acquiring the non-custodial staking startup for an undisclosed sum–in a bid to attract clients who prefer to retain custody of their staked assets.

4 years ago

Exchanges

Kraken to join list of exchanges launching a NFT marketplace

Kraken’s CEO has hinted that the exchange could also be launching its own NFT marketplace soon.

4 years ago