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ForkLog 55 23.06.2025

Surge in Activity on Kraken’s Ink Network Ahead of Token Airdrop

As Kraken prepares to release the INK token, activity on its namesake Layer 2 network has significantly increased.

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ForkLog 38 20.06.2025

Kraken Introduces Bitcoin Staking via Babylon Partnership

The cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has launched staking for the leading cryptocurrency in collaboration with the BTCFi project Babylon. This integration allows clients to earn rewards without the use of bridges or “wrapped” assets. Users delegate their coins through Babylon to secure networks based on Proof-of-Stake (PoS). Rewards are paid in the protocol’s native token — […]

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ForkLog 48 06.06.2025

Kraken Highlights Cybersecurity Weaknesses at Crypto Events

Participants at cryptocurrency conferences often neglect basic security measures, making them easy targets for malicious actors, warned Kraken’s Chief Security Officer Nick Percoco. The expert noted that he frequently observes unlocked laptops and unattended phones belonging to representatives of well-known crypto projects at industry events. Meanwhile, wallet notifications continue to appear on device screens in […]

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ForkLog 24 22.05.2025

Kraken to Launch Trading of Tokenized Apple and Tesla Shares

Kraken exchange will initiate trading of tokenized shares of Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, and 50 other companies for users in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America starting late June, as reported by WSJ. The xStocks tokens, linked to actual securities, will operate on the Solana blockchain and be available for trading around the clock. Each asset […]

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ForkLog 29 17.05.2025

Bloomberg: Hackers Target Binance and Kraken in Coinbase-Style Attacks

Exchanges Binance and Kraken successfully thwarted social engineering attacks similar to those that affected Coinbase, according to Bloomberg, citing sources. On May 15, the leading American crypto trading platform reported a data breach resulting from the bribery of overseas support staff. Coinbase claimed the leak affected no more than 1% of its clients. The attackers […]

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ForkLog 38 02.05.2025

Kraken Uncovers North Korean Spy Among Job Applicants

A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate the ranks of Kraken’s developers by posing as a candidate for an engineering position. According to the team’s report, the applicant immediately raised suspicions. He joined the initial online interview under a name different from the one on his resume, but quickly changed it. During the conversation, the […]

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ForkLog 17 18.04.2025

Kraken Undergoes Significant Job Cuts Ahead of IPO

In recent months, cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has laid off “hundreds of employees.” The business optimization, amid a potential listing in the US, affected all company divisions, reports CoinDesk. In late October 2024, Kraken reduced its workforce by 400 people, or about 15% of its staff. This followed the appointment of venture investor Arjun Sethi as […]

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ForkLog 32 14.04.2025

Kraken Introduces Stock and ETF Trading in the US

The exchange Kraken has launched trading in stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This new feature is available to clients in 10 US states, including New Jersey, Connecticut, and Alabama. Users can trade more than 11,000 stocks and ETFs listed on the American exchange without commission. The service is integrated into the Kraken interface, allowing simultaneous […]

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ForkLog 87 09.04.2025

Kraken and Mastercard to Launch Cryptocurrency Debit Cards

The cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has partnered with the payment system Mastercard to issue physical and digital debit cards. The product will allow payments in cryptocurrency and stablecoins at over 150 million retail locations worldwide. The new cards will be offered to users in the UK and Europe. The project is part of the Kraken Pay […]

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ForkLog 76 28.03.2025

SEC Withdraws Lawsuits Against Kraken, ConsenSys, and Cumberland

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has withdrawn lawsuits against cryptocurrency firms Kraken, ConsenSys, and Cumberland. Court documents for the dismissal were filed on March 27. The cases were closed with “prejudice,” preventing them from being refiled. The SEC noted that the decision is part of a broader reassessment of its approach to regulating […]

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ForkLog 29 20.03.2025

Kraken Agrees to Acquire NinjaTrader for $1.5 Billion

The cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has reached an agreement to acquire the futures trading platform NinjaTrader. The deal is valued at $1.5 billion. ? MASSIVE NEWS ? Kraken is acquiring @NinjaTrader for $1.5B, locking in the largest TradFi + crypto deal ever. Another huge milestone on our road to becoming the world’s go-to platform for trading […]

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ForkLog 24 10.03.2025

Kraken Considers IPO Amid Regulatory Shifts

The exchange Kraken is contemplating an IPO in the first quarter of 2026, driven by changes in cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. This was reported by Bloomberg, citing sources. The decision is not yet final, and the timeline may change, insiders clarified. According to a representative of the platform, Kraken disclosed its financial results […]

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