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Kraken's Parent Payward to Acquire Bitnomial for $550M to Boost Regulated Derivatives
Payward, the parent of Kraken, is acquiring Chicago-based derivatives exchange Bitnomial for $550 million to expand its presence in regulated crypto markets. The deal, set to close in 2026 pending regulatory approval, signals a broader industry shift towards regulatory compliance and infrastructure development.
Kraken Under Extortion Threat Continues After Support Staff Data Incidents
Kraken reports a continued extortion attempt after insiders accessed customer data, with no system breaches. The exchange works with law enforcement and is upgrading security, highlighting ongoing industry risks.
Nasdaq and Kraken Collaborate to Launch and Integrate Tokenized Stocks Worldwide
Nasdaq has partnered with Kraken to launch and integrate tokenized stocks into global markets and DeFi ecosystems. This move reflects a significant step towards mainstream adoption of crypto equities, with over $25 billion traded in such tokens.
US Lawmaker Questions Kansas Fed Over Kraken's Federal Reserve Account Approval
Congresswoman Waters requests details from the Kansas Fed about Kraken's master account granted in March 2026. This could be a key step towards more رسمي crypto banking regulations and influence future approvals.
STS Digital Launches Structured Crypto Platform Partnering with Kraken for Institutions
STS Digital launched a structured crypto platform with Kraken as its first partner, offering options-based strategies to institutional clients. This move aims to meet growing institutional interest in diversified digital asset products.
Banks Push Back Against Kraken's Federal Reserve Access Amid Political Tensions
Banks are opposing Kraken's recent Federal Reserve access, citing regulatory concerns. The move has sparked political support for crypto, notably from Trump, intensifying tensions in financial regulation.
Kraken Launches World’s First Tokenized Equity Perpetual Futures for Global Traders
Kraken has launched the first-ever tokenized equity perpetual futures, enabling traders worldwide to access stock market exposure via crypto. This innovation offers a new way for investors to trade traditional stocks on a decentralized platform.
Kraken’s xStocks Surpasses $25B in Trading Volume, Attracting 80,000+ Onchain Holders
Kraken’s xStocks has crossed $25 billion in trading volume, attracting over 80,000 onchain holders. This milestone highlights the increasing integration of traditional finance with crypto markets, driven by rising investor interest in tokenized stocks.