Kraken, the Wyoming-based cryptocurrency exchange, has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering, marking a significant milestone in the cryptocurrency industry’s maturation. The filing comes after months of industry speculation and follows a similar move by Grayscale Investments just days earlier, signaling growing institutional acceptance of digital assets. While the company had previously remained silent on IPO rumors, this formal SEC submission represents a concrete step toward public markets, though the offering remains subject to regulatory approval.
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Kraken Secures $200M from Citadel at $20B Valuation
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has secured a $200 million strategic investment from global market maker Citadel Securities, propelling the company’s valuation to $20 billion. This landmark partnership signals growing institutional confidence in digital asset infrastructure and strengthens Kraken’s position ahead of its planned public offering, while the exchange maintains it won’t rush its IPO timeline despite robust financial performance.
about Kraken Secures $200M from Citadel at $20B ValuationKraken Raises $800M at $20B Valuation, Eyes IPO
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has secured a landmark $800 million funding round, valuing the company at $20 billion in one of the largest private investments in crypto exchange history. The massive capital infusion includes a strategic $200 million investment from Citadel Securities and signals growing institutional confidence in crypto infrastructure as Kraken prepares for a potential initial public offering in early 2026.
about Kraken Raises $800M at $20B Valuation, Eyes IPOKraken CEO Slams UK Crypto Rules as Harmful to Users
Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi has launched a scathing critique of the United Kingdom’s cryptocurrency regulatory framework, arguing that excessive disclosure requirements are actively damaging customer experience in the fast-moving digital asset market. In an exclusive interview with the Financial Times, Sethi compared the mandatory warnings on UK crypto websites to cigarette packaging labels, claiming these regulatory burdens ultimately harm the very consumers they’re meant to protect.
about Kraken CEO Slams UK Crypto Rules as Harmful to UsersKraken Acquires CFTC-Licensed Exchange in $100M Deal
Crypto exchange Kraken has acquired Small Exchange, a CFTC-licensed derivatives market, for $100 million from IG Group. This strategic move strengthens Kraken’s position in regulated US derivatives markets and expands its global trading infrastructure. The acquisition represents a significant step in Kraken’s push to offer comprehensive derivatives products to US customers.
about Kraken Acquires CFTC-Licensed Exchange in $100M DealKraken Buys Small Exchange for $100M, Gains US Derivatives License
In a strategic $100 million acquisition, cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has purchased U.S. contract market Small Exchange, securing its first license to offer derivatives trading in the United States under CFTC oversight. The deal, consisting of $32.5 million in cash and $67.5 million in stock from Kraken’s parent company Payward, represents a significant milestone in Kraken’s expansion strategy and follows recent positive regulatory developments that have created clearer pathways for crypto derivatives in the U.S. market.
about Kraken Buys Small Exchange for $100M, Gains US Derivatives LicenseKraken Raises $500M at $15B Valuation for 2026 IPO
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has secured $500 million in funding at a $15 billion valuation, positioning the company for a planned 2026 initial public offering. The funding round comes as multiple crypto firms rush to public markets following successful debuts by Circle, Gemini, and Bullish earlier this year. Kraken’s expansion through acquisitions and new tokenization products signals its broader vision to bridge traditional finance and crypto.
about Kraken Raises $500M at $15B Valuation for 2026 IPOKraken Raises $500M at $15B Valuation Ahead of IPO
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has positioned itself for a potential public listing after securing $500 million in funding at a staggering $15 billion valuation. The substantial capital infusion, conducted entirely on Kraken’s terms without a lead investor, signals robust investor confidence as the exchange joins a growing wave of crypto firms preparing for public markets. This development comes amid increasing speculation that Kraken is following the successful IPO path of competitors like Gemini and Circle.
about Kraken Raises $500M at $15B Valuation Ahead of IPOKraken Raises $500M at $15B Valuation Amid IPO Speculation
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has reportedly secured $500 million in a new funding round, valuing the company at $15 billion. The move comes amid growing speculation that the platform is preparing for an eventual initial public offering. Fortune first reported the funding, citing sources familiar with the negotiations, signaling strong investor confidence despite recent market volatility.
about Kraken Raises $500M at $15B Valuation Amid IPO SpeculationKraken Pledges $2M to Defend Crypto Rights in US
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has committed $2 million to political action committees supporting digital asset rights in the United States. The move signals escalating industry pushback against regulatory pressures threatening core crypto freedoms. Kraken’s co-CEO warned that foundational principles like self-custody remain under threat.
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