Interest in futures trading on Kraken is surging. In the past few months, trading volumes on Kraken Futures have grown several times to mark a record $350 million 24h volume in late June. Our traders cite many reasons for why they prefer Kraken Futures to…
Update: The new version is now live! The original release of the Kraken WebSockets Public API was a huge success. Thousands of clients have already connected for fast and easy access to Kraken’s market data. Clients still using our REST API for public market data…
Cryptocurrency mining turned ten this year. A decade ago it was a niche hobby for a handful of enthusiasts overclocking homebrewed-rigs in pursuit of a better world. Today it’s a global industry, complete with specialized equipment and dozens of stakeholders, from semiconductor manufacturers all the…
Cryptocurrency is about creating a better world. At Kraken, we take this mission seriously. Our focus is on delivering the freedom digital currencies offer. Freedom from centralized systems, financial freedom and critically, freedom from oppression. Our vision of the future doesn’t work unless it works…
At Kraken, we are always working to bring you the most powerful trading tools and cutting edge products. Our recent acquisition of Crypto Facilities, now known as Kraken Futures, makes Kraken the first and only crypto exchange to offer both spot and futures trading. Explore…
Last week we revealed our new face to the world. We’ve heard how much you like it! Are you ready for more? This week we reveal a new tentacle! Kraken is proud to announce the addition of futures trading via the acquisition of Crypto Facilities,…
Update: The WebSockets Public API launched on schedule January 30! Kraken is excited to announce the upcoming launch of the WebSockets Public API for market data! This is a service that many of our clients have requested since it enables faster and easier access to Kraken’s…
We are pleased to announce the launch of margin trading for Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and Ripple (XRP). The addition expands our margin offering to 8 assets, including Bitcoin (XBT), Ethereum (ETH), Ethereum Classic (ETC), Augur (REP), Monero (XMR), and Tether (USDT). Which currency pairs and…