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Kraken sheds 'organizational layers' as board member Arjun Sethi steps up as co-CEO

Kraken announces layoffs and leadership changes, appointing Arjun Sethi as co-CEO to streamline operations amid a trend of downsizing in the cryptocurrency sector.

theblock.co • 30/10/2024 - 18:40 PM

Rollup development platform Gelato raises $11 million in latest funding round

Gelato raised $11 million in Series A+ funding to expand services for Layer 2 blockchains, aiming to be the leading platform for startups launching rollups.

theblock.co • 28/10/2024 - 14:00 PM

The Daily: Denmark proposes taxing unrealized crypto gains, Kraken plans 'Ink' Ethereum Layer 2 launch and more

Denmark proposes taxing unrealized crypto gains; Kraken launches Ink Layer 2; Base enhances decentralization; Stokr raises funds for bitcoin treasury; Saylor supports self-custody.

theblock.co • 24/10/2024 - 17:37 PM

Kraken plans 'Ink' Ethereum Layer 2 launch in 2025 built using the OP Stack

Kraken plans to launch its own Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain, Ink, early next year, aiming for permissionless DeFi access without issuing a token, while integrating into the Superchain.

theblock.co • 24/10/2024 - 14:53 PM

The Daily: FBI arrests SEC hacker behind fake Bitcoin ETFs approval post, Kraken enters the wrapped bitcoin game and more

Kraken launches kBTC; FBI arrests Eric Council for SEC hack; Nishad Singh seeks no jail time; Vitalik Buterin targets 100k TPS for Ethereum; Hamster Kombat plans expansion.

theblock.co • 17/10/2024 - 17:50 PM

Kraken rolls out wrapped bitcoin alternative kBTC on Ethereum and OP Mainnet

Kraken has launched kBTC, a new wrapped Bitcoin on Ethereum and OP Mainnet, competing with existing alternatives like Coinbase's cbBTC and WBTC.

theblock.co • 17/10/2024 - 12:41 PM

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Bitcoin whale's transfers of BTC mined in 2009 to Kraken hits $3.6 million: Arkham

An older Bitcoin whale transferred $3.6 million worth of BTC to Kraken, revealing transparency in crypto transactions and coinciding with a new documentary on Bitcoin's creator.

theblock.co • 04/10/2024 - 20:29 PM

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Kraken expands European footprint with acquisition of Dutch crypto broker BCM

Kraken acquired Coin Meester B.V. to expand its presence in Europe and enhance compliance as a Virtual Asset Service Provider, offering broader services and support to clients.

theblock.co • 24/09/2024 - 10:24 AM

The Daily: Bitcoin spikes following Fed Chair comments, crypto groups warn of privacy concerns, Kraken denied SEC case dismissal and more

Bitcoin surges past $61,000 due to Fed Chair's comments; privacy concerns raised about SEC's audit trail; Kraken's motion dismissed; China extradites crypto pyramid scheme leader.

theblock.co • 23/08/2024 - 21:06 PM

Crypto exchange Kraken’s motion to dismiss US SEC case denied

Kraken failed to dismiss an SEC lawsuit alleging it operated unregistered securities transactions. The case emphasizes ongoing regulatory challenges in the cryptocurrency industry.

theblock.co • 23/08/2024 - 18:47 PM

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