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Optimism Foundation Agreed to Give Kraken $42.5M of OP Tokens in Layer-2 Deal
29.10.2024
Crypto exchange Kraken announced last week that it will build a layer-2 network atop Optimism's OP Stack blockchain framework. CoinDesk is first to report that the deal was reached early this year, involving a grant of 25 million OP tokens, at the time worth roughly $100 million
Kraken Unveils New Survey: Most Investors Prefer Dollar Cost Averaging
29.10.2024
Kraken recently conducted a survey that revealed that most cryptocurrency investors used DCA in their investment strategies. To stay consistent in investing, it’s vital to put in a consistent dollar amount, regardless of market fluctuations. Kraken’s platform has various features supporting this...
Gelato secures $11M funding, adds Kraken’s Ink to rollup platform
28.10.2024
The latest round brings Gelato’s total funding to $23 million as it aims to expand its smart-contract automation platform
Bitcoin bulls 'in control' as long as price holds above $66.5K: Analysts
26.10.2024
Bitcoin solidifying its position “above all key moving averages” suggests that bulls are “firmly in control” as long as the price holds above $66,500
Bitcoin bulls 'in control' as long as price holds above $66.5K: Analysts
26.10.2024
Bitcoin solidifying its position “above all key moving averages” suggests that bulls are “firmly in control” as long as the price holds above $66,500
Bitcoin bulls 'in control' as long as price holds above $66.5K: Analysts
26.10.2024
Bitcoin solidifying its position “above all key moving averages” suggests that bulls are “firmly in control” as long as the price holds above $66,500
Ethereum nodes on phones, Tether market cap tops $120B: Finance Redefined
25.10.2024
Tether’s record market capitalization signals the potential start of the next bull run amid growing investor anticipation of a major Ethereum upgrade
Ethereum nodes on phones, Tether market cap tops $120B: Finance Redefined
25.10.2024
Tether’s record market capitalization signals the potential start of the next bull run amid growing investor anticipation of a major Ethereum upgrade
Ethereum nodes on phones, Tether market cap tops $120B: Finance Redefined
25.10.2024
Tether’s record market capitalization signals the potential start of the next bull run amid growing investor anticipation of a major Ethereum upgrade
Kraken Set to Dive Into Blockchain Waters With Its Own Chain, ‘Ink’
24.10.2024
Kraken is setting its sights on launching its own blockchain next year, much like Coinbase’s Base chain, according to a report from Bloomberg’s Olga Kharif. The new network, which is focused on decentralized finance (defi), is expected to release a testnet later this year. Reportedly...
Kraken to launch Ink blockchain for DeFi in early 2025
24.10.2024
Kraken’s new blockchain, Ink, will simplify decentralized finance access, offering trading, lending and borrowing services without intermediaries
Kraken Exchange Unveils Plan to Launch Its Own Blockchain by 2025
24.10.2024
Kraken, one of the most popular crypto exchanges, is preparing to unveil its own blockchain network in early…
Kraken Picks Optimism for New Layer-2 Network, Joining Coinbase's Base on 'Superchain'
24.10.2024
The disclosure comes nearly a year after CoinDesk broke the news that Kraken was considering its own layer-2 network, following the runaway success enjoyed by Base after it launched in mid-2023
Long-Dormant Ethereum ICO Participant Moves 3,000 ETH to Kraken
24.10.2024
Ethereum ICO participant has reactivated their wallet after four months of inactivity, transferring 3,000 ETH (worth $7.63 million)…
Denmark Proposes 42% Tax on Unrealized Gains from Crypto
24.10.2024
Denmark’s Tax Council has made the headlines by recommending a bold bill that proposes a hefty 42% of…
AI in Finance: Industry Experts Gather at FinTech Connect 2024
24.10.2024
FinTech Connect’s eleventh event links influential thought leaders from across the fintech ecosystem, sharing insights on the latest…
Kraken Unveils a New Wrapped Bitcoin Product—Here’s What It Means for Defi
18.10.2024
Kraken has launched KBTC, a wrapped bitcoin product fully backed 1:1 by bitcoin and compatible with multiple networks. KBTC aims to expand bitcoin’s use beyond its native chain and into decentralized finance (defi) ecosystems. Kraken Introduces KBTC to Enhance Bitcoin’s Utility Across...
Kraken crypto exchange launches own Wrapped Bitcoin token
17.10.2024
According to Kraken, kBTC reinforces Bitcoin’s position as the “epicenter of crypto” and empowers developers to explore new ways to use BTC
Crypto Exchange Kraken Launches Wrapped Bitcoin Token kBTC
17.10.2024
The token will be available on both Ethereum and OP Mainnet
Kraken Integrates In-House Ethereum Restaking via Eigenlayer
16.10.2024
Kraken has launched a new feature allowing its clients to restake their ether (ETH) directly on the platform through Eigenlayer. This integration, Kraken says, makes the relatively complex process of restaking more accessible to a broader audience, especially those who have already staked ether...