The Kraken Website and API will be unavailable on Saturday, November 23 at 16:00 UTC for approximately 1 hour as we perform site maintenance. What’s the purpose of this downtime? We’re performing a scheduled upgrade that will improve system security, as this is our top...
We are pleased to announce that Lisk (LSK) will be listed on Kraken starting November 19. What is Lisk (LSK)? Lisk is an open source blockchain, powered by a native utility token called LSK, that is focused on accessibility. Lisk allows developers to program in...
Funding rates are a new concept that only exist in perpetual futures contracts. Because they are critical to the operation of a healthy perpetual futures contract, we thought a quick primer on funding rates would be useful. To try out our Futures Platform with a...
Below is an important announcement for all clients that hold DAI on Kraken. On November 18, MakerDAO is expected to launch a new set of smart contracts, changing the way DAI is generated. If you hold DAI on the exchange and wish to participate in...
Nodes, blockchains, miners… takers, makers, alt-coin fakers… In crypto, you either know what’s up, or you’re a no-coiner. Not sure what a no-coiner is? Then this series is for you. Staying true to our mission to bring crypto to everyone, Kraken CEO Jesse Powell explains...
Kraken Intelligence, our team of in-house research experts, has released the Bitcoin Volatility Report for October, 2019. Key Takeaways After leaping +43% to a 7-week high of $10,580 in under 48 hours, bitcoin’s annualized volatility climbed to a 10-week high of 75.8%. Bitcoin’s velocity was...
We are pleased to announce that Nano (NANO) will be listed on Kraken starting November 6. What is Nano (NANO)? Nano is a next-generation decentralized network and cryptocurrency designed to solve instantaneous peer-to-peer payments without fees or the need for expensive computational resources. Nano utilizes...
Kraken Pro delivers all the security and features you love about the Kraken Exchange, in a beautiful, mobile-first design for advanced crypto trading on the go. No more FOMO. No more being chained to your desk. Unplug yourself! Download now: Power and sophistication at...
We are pleased to announce that OmiseGO (OMG) and PAX Gold (PAXG) will be listed on Kraken starting October 29. What is OmiseGO (OMG)? OmiseGO is a decentralized banking and exchange platform that enables instant, peer-to-peer transactions across multiple blockchains, asset classes (including fiat), and...
The Kraken WebSockets Private API is live! The first two messages of the Private API are now available to all Kraken clients after having been in beta-only access since October 1. What is a WebSockets Private API? Kraken’s WebSockets API (Application Program Interface) provides a...
Kraken Intelligence, our team of in-house research experts, has released the Bitcoin Volatility Report for September, 2019. Key Takeaways Notwithstanding bitcoin’s annualized volatility declining -11.8% to 56.6% and setting its 3rd month of declines, volatility surged +47% after touching a monthly & 6-month low of...
We are pleased to announce that Siacoin (SC) will be listed on Kraken starting October 9. What is Siacoin (SC)? The Sia network leverages underutilized hard drive capacity around the globe to create a decentralized data storage marketplace that is more resilient, private and affordable...
Wyoming is best known for mountain ranges, cowboys and open roads, but 40 years ago it was the first state ever to recognize limited liability companies (LLCs). Today, Wyoming is building on this foundation to become one of the most progressive and friendly homes for...
We are pleased to announce that Chainlink (LINK) and Dai (DAI) will be listed on Kraken starting September 25. What is Chainlink (LINK)? Chainlink connects decentralized peer-to-peer networks and smart contracts to real-world data, events, and payments. The Chainlink network uses reputation and validation systems...
We are pleased to announce that ICON (ICX) will be listed on Kraken starting September 12. What is ICON (ICX)? ICON is a South Korea-based blockchain project. It aims to be an interoperable blockchain on which multiple industries and business types can coexist on a...
Kraken Intelligence, our team of in-house research experts, has released the Bitcoin Volatility Report for August, 2019. Key Takeaways After a bullish and active 2Q2019, bitcoin volatility, trading volume, price, and velocity dampened in August as the market reset and settled into a higher range....
We are pleased to announce that BAT and WAVES will be listed on Kraken starting August 22. What is the Basic Attention Token (BAT)? The Basic Attention Token (BAT) is an Ethereum-based token that supports a decentralized, open-source advertising platform. BAT is integrated with the...
Earlier today, Kraken announced that we have acquired Interchange - a leading portfolio reconciliation tool for institutional traders. Meet co-founders Dan Held and Clark Moody.