Introducing Kraken Wrapped Bitcoin (kBTC): Unleashing Bitcoin’s potential across networks
We are thrilled to launch Kraken Bitcoin (kBTC), a fully backed, cross-network-compatible ERC-20 representation of Bitcoin custodied by Kraken.
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News
Kraken ranked 12th on Newsweek’s 2024 Top 100 American Most Loved Workplaces List
Kraken is proud to announce that we have moved up more than a dozen spots from last year to rank 12th on Newsweek’s 2024 Top 100 American Most Loved Workplaces list. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to providing a flexible workplace that prioritizes wellbeing...
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Kraken partners with RB Leipzig to innovate the German football fan experience
We are delighted to announce our partnership with RB Leipzig, two-time DFB Cup winner and one of Germany’s most thrilling and innovative football clubs. We are the club’s Official Crypto Partner and Official Sleeve Partner for all RB Leipzig Men’s and Women’s Bundesliga fixtures.
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Kraken strengthens European business with completion of BCM acquisition
Today we announced the closing of the Coin Meester B.V. (BCM) acquisition, a key element in our European growth strategy. With the acquisition of BCM, one of the Netherlands’ oldest and most respected registered crypto brokers, we have significantly expanded our Dutch footprint and enhanced...
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Important context behind ASIC’s recent judgment and why Australia should prioritise implementing a clear crypto regulatory framework
While the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has referred to a recent legal outcome as a “win” … there’s more to this story.
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Alex Mehrdad takes reins of our Canadian business; Mark Greenberg promoted to lead new global Asset Growth & Management division
We are pleased to announce that Alex Mehrdad has been appointed the new General Manager of our Canadian operation and will spearhead the next phase of our operational growth across Canada. The news follows an important year of hyper-growth for our Canadian business under Mark...
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