Kraken, a San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange with more than 60 trading pairs for 20 different coins, is reportedly crowdsourcing a fundraising round at a $ 4 billion valuation. According to a recent email sent out to “valued clients,” Kraken has revealed that is looking to build a “war chest” of capital to fuel a seemingly aggressive […]
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Kraken Calls Bitcoin SV (BSV) an “Extremely High-Risk Investment”
Kraken, a San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange with more than 57 trading pairs for 17 different coins, announced Sunday that it has credited holders of Bitcoin Cash (BCH) prior to the November 15 fork with Craig Wright’s Bitcoin SV (BSV). However, the exchange recently published a blog post warning investors about the risks associated with BSV, calling it […]
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Kraken on Bitcoin SV (BSV): It’s ‘High Risk’ & Doesn’t Meet Listing Requirements
As the dust begins to settle from last week’s Bitcoin Cash hard fork, crypto exchanges are now signaling which version will receive the “BCH” ticker symbol, as well as to what extent and on what terms they will support the other blockchain. US crypto exchange Kraken, like the majority of other BCH trading platforms, has
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Kraken Exchange to List Tezos (XTZ) With Fiat Trading Pairs
Kraken, a San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange that has more than 57 trading pairs for 17 different coins, has announced that it will list Tezos (XTZ), a new blockchain platform that features a self-evolving upgrade system, on October 16. Kraken listing Tezos (XTZ) – trading starts Tuesday October 16! https://t.co/pskBuPFQ6y — Kraken Exchange (@krakenfx) October 15, 2018 According […]
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Report: Coinbase Pro and Kraken Score Highest in Exchange Security Rankings
ICORating, a leading research group focused on digital assets, released a report this week that outlined the general security ratings for major cryptocurrency exchanges across multiple parameters. According to the report, which reviewed everything from frequency of console errors to user account, domain and web protocol security, Coinbase Pro is currently the most secure trading platform […]
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Kraken Lists Cardano (ADA) and Qtum (QTUM)
San Francisco-based crypto exchange Kraken will list both Cardano (ADA), a leading blockchain platform for building decentralized applications, and Quantum (QTUM), a platform for implementing plug-and-play smart contract bridging functionality from both Bitcoin and Ethereum, today. Kraken to list two new assets – Cardano (ADA) and Quantum (QTUM). Trading in both starts Friday Sept 28! https://t.co/jcaVr0u9z7 — […]
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Kraken: An Overview of One of Europe’s Top Bitcoin Exchanges
In this overview, we explore Kraken and its journey from a Mt. Gox alternative to soften the blow of bitcoin’s dependence on just one exchange to becoming one of the most respected cryptocurrency exchanges in the world. We’ll also look at the various features of its platform, chiefly trading and acquiring cryptocurrency.
Snapshot
Operating since: May 2013 (beta) / September 2013
Location: Canada, EU, Japan, U.S.
Fiat pairs supported: USD, EUR, CAD, JPY
Notable cryptocurrencies supported: BTC, ETH, LTC, BCH, XRP, XMR, DASH, XLM, DOGE, EOS, ICN, GNO, MLN, REP, USDT, ZEC
Kraken Trolls NY Regulators, Accuses OAG of Manipulating Bitcoin Futures
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is not backing down from its standoff with the New York attorney general’s office (OAG). Crypto Exchange Asks Whether OAG Employees Manipulated Bitcoin Futures In a series of tweets published over the last two days, the San Francisco-based company, which operates the world’s largest 16th-largest cryptocurrency exchange as measured by daily volume,
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The Daily: Coinbase Denies Self-Trading, Kraken Gets Feisty
The dust had barely settled on New York’s Virtual Markets Integrity Initiative when the exchanges profiled came out swinging. Kraken and Coinbase’s responses to the Attorney General’s report are featured in this edition of The Daily. Also, what can the cannabis bubble teach us about the bitcoin boom?
Also read: 8 Surprising Findings from New York’s Virtual Markets Integrity Initiative
Coinbase Sets the Record Straight
When New York’s Attorney General’s office requested information from crypto exchanges that operated within the state earlier this year, Coinbase rushed to its assistance. The California-based exchange is known for its officiousness when it comes to acceding to government requests. Despite painstakingly filling out the form in meticulous detail, the Coinbase team discovered on Tuesday, to their chagrin, that their responses had been misinterpreted.
Binance and Kraken May Be Operating Illegally in NY State
According to the Attorney General of New York, three crypto exchanges namely, Binance, Kraken, and Gate.io, may be in violation of digital currency regulations in the state.
Binance, Kraken, Gate.io Under the Gun
A new report by the Virtual Markets Integrity Initiative by the New York’s Office of the Attorney General reveals that three cryptocurrency exchanges, namely Binance, Gate.io, and Kraken, have been referred to the Department of Financial Services for potential violation of the existing regulations governing virtual currencies.
As the Bitcoinist reported on the matter, the report finds that a many of the platforms are lacking the required policies to guarantee the financial safety of their retail customers:
New York Like an ‘Abusive, Controlling Ex’: Kraken CEO Jesse Powell
Jesse Powell, CEO of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, has lobbed another bomb at the state of New York in regard to the latter’s stance toward the crypto industry and Kraken in particular. Writing on Twitter, Powell compared New York’s crypto regulators to an abusive ex-partner who continues to stalk the company even though it left the
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Cryptocurrency Exchanges Binance, Kraken May Be Operating Unlawfully in New York: AG Report
New York State Attorney General Barbara Underwood has referred three major cryptocurrency exchanges to the state’s Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) for potential violation of New York’s virtual currency regulations. The exchanges referred are Binance, Gate.io and Kraken. This was revealed in the Virtual Markets Integrity Initiative Report released earlier today by the Office of the
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Exchanges Roundup: Startup Targets Crypto Micro-Investments, Kraken Denies Halifax Closure
In recent news pertaining to cryptocurrency exchanges, Perth-based Bamboo has announced it will launch an app designed to easily facilitate micro-investments in cryptocurrencies, Kraken has rejected an internet rumor that claimed the company had closed a Canadian facility amid security concerns, and Roboforex has increased the leverage available on its cryptocurrency markets to 1:50.
Also Read: Kucoin Expands Into Australia After $ 3M Bitcoin Australia Deal
Australian Startup to Facilitate Micro-Investments in Crypto Markets
Bamboo, a Perth-based startup, has announced its intention to facilitate micro-transactions into cryptocurrencies through its app. The company plans on launching in Australia and the United States later this year.
Kraken Oppose Rumours Of Closing & Firing In Halifax
The cryptocurrency world has been rocked by the news of Kraken closing its support centre and offices in Halifax, Canada. The report first appeared on Reddit, and soon made its way to Twitter.
The first Reddit user to break the news claimed that Kraken had just “laid off hundreds of people in response to a security breach” at its unit at 60 Highfield Park. According to another user, there was commotion at the premises with private security escorting people out of the building.
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Crypto Exchange Kraken Denies Security Breach and Office Closure in Halifax, Canada
Kraken exchange has been forced to comment on a persisting rumor that a Halifax, Canada office of the crypto exchange was shut down following a security breach resulting in the loss of hundreds of jobs. A post on Reddit made by ‘throwaway34032324’ yesterday states: “Kraken Currency exchange in Halifax unit 102 at 60 Highfield park
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Coinbase ‘Exploring’ New Cryptocurrency Additions, Kraken Trolls as Prices React
Coinbase, the largest US-based digital currency exchange, has officially announced that it is “exploring the addition” of five new cryptocurrencies to its platform. The five cryptocurrencies being considered are Cardano (ADA), Basic Attention Token (BAT), Stellar Lumens (XLM), Zcash (ZEC), and 0x (ZRX).
Remaining Transparent
Coinbase’s announcement claims to arrive for both employees and the public at the same time. Notes Coinbase:
We are making this announcement internally at Coinbase and to the public at the same time to remain transparent with our customers about support for future assets.
Kraken Goes Savage Against Tether Manipulation Allegations
Following a Bloomberg News expose, alleging market manipulation of controversial alternative token Tether (USDT) on its exchange, Kraken fires off a savage blog post mocking journalists and defending their business’ integrity.
Also read: Red Flag Waved in Tether’s Relationship with Kraken Exchange
Kraken Goes Savage On Bloomberg
On Tether: Journalists Defy Logic, Raising Red Flags reveals the San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange is having exactly none of it. A journalist “covering market structure for Bloomberg News inexplicably fails to comprehend basic market concepts such as arbitrage, order books and currency pegs. More troubling, however, was the applause from other ‘journalist’ lemmings as they followed in walking their reputations off a cliff. It defies logic.”
Kraken CEO: We Won’t Give Info To ‘Audacious’ New York Regulators
The CEO and co-founder of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken defended the company’s refusal to comply with a regulatory “questionnaire” sent by New York lawmakers.
Kraken Rails Against Attorney General’s ‘Disrespect’
In comments, which contrasted with the other 12 exchanges targeted by New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman’s “Virtual Markets Integrity Initiative,” Jesse Powell said Kraken would not hand over any information about its business.
Jesse Powell, chief executive officer of Kraken
When it launched the Initiative April 17, Schneiderman’s office explained it was “requesting disclosures on their operations, use of bots, conflicts of interest, outages, and other key issues” with the aim of “protecting consumers.”
Cryptocurrency Exchange Kraken Withdraws from Japanese Market
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is suspending all of its services to Japanese residents. The exchange has been allowed to operate in Japan while its application with the country’s financial regulator is being reviewed.
Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space
Kraken Pulling Out of Japan
Kraken announced on Tuesday the suspension of its services to Japanese residents. “The exact dates for suspending trading and funding have not yet been determined,” the exchange wrote, adding that tentatively the last day for deposits is “around mid-May,” the last day for trading is “around mid-June,” and the last day for withdrawals is “around end-June.” Kraken elaborated:
Cryptocurrency Exchange Kraken to Shutter Services in Japan
U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has announced it is shutting its doors for investors in Japan, citing operational costs.
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