Kraken News and Crypto Trading Insights

Kraken (operated by Payward, Inc.) is a U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2011 by Jesse Powell, known for its emphasis on security and professional-grade services. Based in San Francisco, Kraken offers trading in over 200 cryptocurrencies and supports multiple fiat currencies including USD, EUR, JPY, and GBP. The platform provides spot and margin trading, derivatives, staking, and advanced tools tailored for both retail users and institutional clients

  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 29.10.2026
Kraken Exchange debuts Protected Strategies for USDC yields with Firelight coverage
Kraken Exchange has introduced a new offering allowing users to earn up to 4.5 percent annual percentage yield (APY) on USDC, with up to 100,000 dollars of deposits potentially eligible for built ...
  • Elena Nikulina
  • 28.10.2026
Kraken Exchange offers up to 6 percent back on Krak Card holiday bookings
Kraken Exchange has launched new incentive features for users of its Krak Card, offering up to 2 percent back when spending cash or cryptocurrency and up to 6 percent back for holiday bookings ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 26.10.2026
ANTHROPICx pre-IPO perpetual futures debut with 10x leverage at Kraken Exchange
Kraken Exchange has introduced ANTHROPICx pre-IPO perpetual futures, offering traders up to 10x leverage and the option to take long or short positions. These contracts come with no expiry date, ...
  • Oksana Koneva
  • 22.10.2026
Kraken Exchange adds over 1,000 xStocks for trading outside the U.S.
Kraken Exchange has announced the launch of more than 1,000 xStocks on its platform, allowing users outside the U.S. to invest in a wider range of companies alongside crypto holdings. The new ...
  • Eugene Komchuk
  • 16.10.2026
Kraken Exchange introduces card offering 2 percent back in Bitcoin on spending
Kraken Exchange has introduced Kraken Card, allowing users to earn up to 2 percent cashback in Bitcoin on every purchase. The new card supports spending from over 600 cryptocurrencies and comes ...
  • Elena Nikulina
  • 14.10.2026
Kraken Exchange offers up to 6 percent APY on Fixed Rate Rewards
Kraken Exchange has introduced Fixed Rate Rewards, allowing users to earn up to 6 percent annual percentage yield (APY) on their crypto holdings. Users can select term lengths between three and ...
  • Igor Krasulya
  • 13.10.2026
Dubai grants Kraken Exchange full approval for dirham-based crypto services
Kraken Exchange has received Full Market Approval from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, allowing it to expand operations into the region. The company announced that users will soon ...
  • Oksana Koneva
  • 08.10.2026
Kraken Exchange introduces trader challenge offering funding and profit sharing
Kraken Exchange has announced a new trading challenge in which users can trade with company-provided funds and retain 80 percent of the profits. This initiative aims to attract active traders by ...
  • Yulia Slavina
  • 02.10.2026
Kraken Exchange unveils no-fee card with 2 percent Bitcoin rewards
Kraken Exchange has introduced a new card that offers users up to 2 percent cashback in Bitcoin or cash, with no transaction, foreign exchange, or ATM fees charged by the company. The Kraken ...
  • Yulia Slavina
  • 01.10.2026
Kraken Exchange offers up to 6 percent APY on AUSD for three months with Kraken Plus
Kraken Exchange introduced new earning rates for AUSD holders, offering up to 6 percent APY for three months to users of Kraken Plus. After the initial period, the rate moves to up to 3 percent. ...
  • Eugene Komchuk
  • 29.09.2026
Kraken Exchange offers traders chance to feature names on Williams Racing car in Solana contest
Kraken Exchange has announced a new trading contest for its users involving Solana. The promotion gives participants the opportunity to win $10,000 in SOL and have their names displayed on the ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 28.09.2026
Kraken Exchange opens Oura IPO access to retail users via xStocks
Kraken Exchange announced that retail investors can now request shares of Oura at the IPO price using its xStocks platform. This move allows individuals, not just institutional players, to ...
  • Alena Volkova
  • 26.09.2026
Kraken Exchange announces OURAx IPO request window ahead of anticipated listing
Kraken Exchange announced that requests to participate in the Oura Ring (OURAx) initial public offering (IPO) are now open through xStocksFi, prior to the expected listing on the Nasdaq exchange. ...
  • Pavlo Kot
  • 25.09.2026
Kraken Exchange offers users access to tokenized equities ahead of Oura ring IPO listing
Kraken Exchange announced that users can now submit interest in owning tokenized equities for Oura ring ahead of its initial public offering. This gives individual investors the opportunity to ...
  • Yulia Slavina
  • 23.09.2026
AI support launches in Kraken Exchange app for United States customers
Kraken Exchange has launched an AI-powered feature within its app, available now to users in the U.S. The company plans to roll out the feature to additional regions in the near future. This ...
  • Ksenia Gerey
  • 22.09.2026
Kraken Exchange enables $SOL trading directly from X
Kraken Exchange has introduced the ability to invest in $SOL (Solana) directly from the X platform. Users can now search the ticker and tap Trade to transact through Kraken Exchange using Solana ...
  • Elena Nikulina
  • 05.09.2026
Williams Racing to feature Kraken Card branding at Monza in latest partnership with Kraken Exchange
Kraken Exchange has announced a new partnership with Williams Racing, unveiling the Kraken Card Front Wing Takeover initiative at the Monza Grand Prix. The collaboration will see Kraken Card ...
  • Eugene Komchuk
  • 03.09.2026
Kraken Exchange offers 6 percent APY fixed on stablecoins for 18 month lockup
Kraken Exchange is introducing a fixed annual percentage yield (APY) of up to 6 percent on cash and stablecoin deposits for users who commit to an 18 month term. The initiative, available in ...
  • Pavlo Kot
  • 01.09.2026
AI guide from Kraken Exchange offers investors strategic insights into portfolio choices
Kraken Exchange is launching a free Investing with AI Guide, aiming to empower users to clarify their investment objectives. This new resource leverages artificial intelligence to help investors ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 30.08.2026
Kraken Exchange offers 15 ETH prize as 15th anniversary sweepstakes deadline nears
Kraken Exchange has launched a 15th anniversary sweepstakes, offering participants the chance to win 15 ETH. Only 24 hours remain for users to enroll and trade, with every eligible $1 transaction ...
  • Oleg Tkachenko
  • 28.08.2026
Madrid fan event features WilliamsF1 driver partnership, Kraken Exchange launches new engagement
Kraken Exchange is opening the door for fans to meet a WilliamsF1 driver at an upcoming event in Madrid. The company has announced the event as part of its ongoing collaboration with the Formula ...