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

  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 24.07.2026
Kraken Exchange enables users to leverage holdings with new buy-now funding feature
Kraken Exchange has introduced a new feature allowing users to buy cryptocurrencies beyond their available cash balance by using Kraken Borrow for additional purchasing power. This service draws ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 23.07.2026
Kraken Exchange touts Kraken Card with over 600 currencies and up to 2 percent back in Bitcoin
Kraken Exchange has announced that the WilliamsF1 team uses its Kraken Card for everyday spending. The payment card supports more than 600 currencies and offers up to 2 percent back in Bitcoin, ...
  • Jose Antonio Gastelum
  • 20.07.2026
Kraken Exchange launches borrowing service for users seeking greater liquidity
Kraken Exchange has launched Kraken Borrow, a new feature that allows eligible users to spend beyond their current cash balance on its platform. The service aims to provide traders with added ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 17.07.2026
Kraken Exchange offers behind the scenes look at new film with Fabrizio Romano in Milan
Kraken Exchange has released a behind the scenes preview of its latest film collaboration with celebrity football journalist Fabrizio Romano, set in Milan. The campaign promises to offer unique ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 14.07.2026
CPI data hits new low but digital assets remain unmoved, Kraken Exchange reports
Cryptocurrency markets showed little reaction following the release of the softest Consumer Price Index figures since 2020, according to Kraken Exchange. Industry participants had anticipated ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 13.07.2026
Kraken Exchange launches Kraken Card with up to 2 percent cashback in Bitcoin or cash
Kraken Exchange has introduced Kraken Card, a new payment card built in partnership with Mastercard that allows users to spend their cryptocurrency and fiat holdings directly. The card offers up ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 10.07.2026
Kraken Exchange launches major €1,000,000 crypto giveaway to attract new app users
Kraken Exchange is offering a €1,000,000 prize to one eligible user in Europe who enrolls in its app and makes a crypto deposit. Every euro deposited counts as an individual entry into the prize ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 03.07.2026
Kraken Exchange traces origin to Magic The Gathering amid Bitcoin Vegas recap push
Kraken Exchange connects its founding story to Magic The Gathering, referencing the fantasy card game's unexpected role in the platform's early development. The disclosure was made as Kraken ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 02.07.2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign launches as Kraken Exchange gives users chance to win Bitcoin
Kraken Exchange has announced a major promotional campaign, giving participants the opportunity to win one whole Bitcoin and 105 additional BTC prizes. To enter, users must enroll in the Kraken ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 01.07.2026
Kraken Exchange achieves full MiCA and MiFID compliance as new EU rules take effect
Kraken Exchange is now fully compliant with MiCA and MiFID regulations as the new European crypto rules come into force. Clients can continue trading seamlessly on the platform, with offerings ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 26.06.2026
EU exchanges face new regulatory deadline as MiCA enforcement looms, Kraken Exchange cautions
A sweeping regulatory shift is coming for the European crypto market as MiCA regulations take effect on July 1. All exchanges serving European Union customers are now required to obtain official ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 25.06.2026
Kraken Exchange keeps European operations stable as MiCA deadline approaches
Kraken Exchange has reinforced its regulatory readiness ahead of the July 1 MiCA compliance deadline affecting crypto platforms in Europe. The company stated that it received MiCA authorization ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 23.06.2026
Half a billion deposits enter Kraken Exchange vaults in onchain milestone
Kraken Exchange has announced that deposits into its Vaults product have reached over 500 million dollars, highlighting a sharp increase in onchain earning activity among users. This new ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 22.06.2026
Kraken Exchange executive joins iFX EXPO panel on tokenization revolution and future market ownership
Kraken Exchange announced that its Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director for EU/MiFID Operations, Stavros Vassilakos, joined a panel at the iFX EXPO International in Limassol 2026. The ...
  • Jose Antonio Gastelum
  • 19.06.2026
Auto Earn launch boosts $apxUSD yields up to 6 percent, Kraken Exchange introduces new incentive
Kraken Exchange has introduced a new earning feature for its users, offering 3 percent APY on $apxUSD through its Auto Earn program. The yield increases to 6 percent for customers subscribed to ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 17.06.2026
Kraken Exchange offers 2 percent APY on qCAD through Kraken Plus rollout
Kraken Exchange has launched Auto Earn for Canadian dollar users, introducing an annual percentage yield of 1 percent on qCAD holdings. Users who upgrade to Kraken Plus can access an enhanced ...
  • Oleg Tkachenko
  • 16.06.2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 partnership expands global reach for Kraken Exchange
Kraken Exchange has announced a new partnership with FIFA World Cup 2026, signaling a major move to align the crypto platform with one of the world’s largest sporting events. This development ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 10.06.2026
Kraken Exchange imposes strict geo restrictions on IPO xStocks for U.S. and other regions
Kraken Exchange has announced that its IPO xStocks service is not available in the U.S. or to U.S. persons, as well as in the UK, Canada, and Australia. Geo restrictions have been implemented, ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 09.06.2026
SpaceX tokenized shares available for immediate trading on Kraken Exchange
Kraken Exchange is enabling investors to trade tokenized SpaceX shares ($SPCXx) the moment they list, bypassing the traditional waiting period and lockup associated with equity IPOs. The ...
  • Jose Antonio Gastelum
  • 07.06.2026
Kraken Exchange offers clients exclusive tour at WilliamsF1 headquarters
Kraken Exchange granted 19 clients a behind-the-scenes visit to the WilliamsF1 headquarters, providing a rare opportunity to see race cars just returned from Canada and tour the factory floor. ...
  • Artem Shendetskii
  • 06.06.2026
SpaceX IPO listing goes live for Kraken Exchange users on xStocks
Kraken Exchange announced that it is offering access to the SpaceX IPO through the xStocks platform, enabling public investors to view details and express interest directly via the Kraken app. ...