Great news – we have added two new options for GBP deposits and withdrawals for your account. This latest announcement further promotes our mission of delivering financial freedom by giving clients more choice when it comes to managing their assets. Log in to your Kraken...
The Kraken Website and API will be unavailable on Saturday, December 7 at 16:00 UTC for approximately 1 hour as we implement a planned system upgrade. What’s the purpose of this downtime? We’re performing an upgrade that will improve system security, as this is our...
Good news – in collaboration with our newest EUR funding partner, Liechtenstein-based Bank Frick, we have added our newest fiat asset, the Swiss franc (CHF). This is the sixth currency that Kraken will trade, joining USD, CAD, EUR, GBP, and JPY. This latest partnership further...
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We are pleased to announce that Kraken has joined the Silvergate Exchange Network (SEN). SEN is a proprietary internal payments platform developed by Silvergate Bank that enables fast transfers between account holders. Silvergate is widely recognized as one of the most crypto-friendly and innovative...
Following hot on the heels of our new Pro trading app, Kraken Derivatives is now also available for mobile. You will no longer have to rush home to put in an order or close out a position! Download now: Kraken Derivatives already offers an industry-leading...
Nothing makes us happier than hearing a client recommend Kraken to others, as a result of their experience trading with us and the sense of independence that comes with owning crypto. In appreciation, we want to start rewarding those who spread the good word. Starting...
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...