Kraken

Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas showcased industry leaders and featured a landmark keynote from Vice President JD Vance. Notable speakers included Bo Hines and David Sacks. Kraken Co-CEO Arjun Sethi made multiple high-profile appearances: - Bloomberg TV interview discussing tokenized equities - Presentation at Newcomers Breaking The Bank Summit Sethi highlighted Kraken's role in bridging traditional finance and DeFi through the NinjaTrader acquisition and regulatory engagement in Washington. *The conference marks a significant milestone in crypto's mainstream acceptance.*

Several significant developments have shaped the crypto landscape this week: - Terra founder Do Kwon has pleaded guilty in connection with the $40B collapse - MicroStrategy ($MSTR) has achieved a milestone by accumulating 3% of total Bitcoin supply - Ethereum (#ETH) is approaching its previous all-time high price level - Ripple (#XRP) has reached a settlement agreement with the Securities and Exchange Commission These events mark crucial shifts in both regulatory compliance and institutional adoption of digital assets.

Kraken exchange has officially launched trading support for the $NODE token from NodeOpsHQ. - Trading pairs are now live on the platform - Deposits and withdrawals are fully enabled - Geographic restrictions may apply For detailed information about the listing, visit [Kraken's official blog](https://blog.kraken.com/product/asset-listings/node-is-available-for-trading). Start trading $NODE on [Kraken's trading platform](https://p.k.xyz/9f1e/sttq6wnf).

Kraken exchange has listed $RAIIN, the native token of Raiinmaker app, for trading. The token aims to power decentralized AI data generation from human users rather than automated bots. - Trading is now live on Kraken's platform - Deposits and withdrawals are fully enabled - Geographic restrictions may apply For detailed information about the listing, visit [Kraken's official blog](https://blog.kraken.com/product/asset-listings/raiin-is-available-for-trading). *This follows Kraken's recent expansion into AI-focused tokens, including the AI16Z listing earlier this year.*

Kraken continues its expansion with several new token listings in early 2025. Recent additions include: - **HMSTR** (Hamster Kombat) - April 21 - **ARC** (Arc) - April 17 - **ALCH** (Alchemist AI) - April 17 - **WCT** (WalletConnect) - April 15 - **SSV** (SSV Network) - April 14 All new listings feature enabled deposits and withdrawals, with trading available immediately upon listing. Geographic restrictions apply to all offerings. [View trading details](https://kraken.com/listings)

A comprehensive guide for first-time crypto transfers: - **Wallet Basics**: - Hot wallets: Online, convenient but less secure - Cold wallets: Offline, maximum security - **Critical Safety Steps**: - Always copy-paste wallet addresses - Double-check recipient details - Verify correct blockchain network - Send test transactions first - Monitor transaction fees - **Security Best Practices**: - Enable 2FA - Never share private keys - Use hardware wallets for large amounts - Verify all transaction details Alternative: Kraken Pay offers fee-free transfers between Kraken accounts using email/phone/Kraktag. [Full guide available here](https://k.xyz/3FN3d3x)

Kraken has announced significant updates to its services: - OTC trading minimum reduced to $50,000, lowering barrier to entry - Secured UK EMI (Electronic Money Institution) license for improved payment services - Enhanced deposit and withdrawal capabilities for UK customers - Recent expansion includes EU MiFID license acquisition - Kraken Pay now available in 37 additional US states - Ben Gray appointed as Chief Legal Officer These developments signal Kraken's continued expansion and commitment to improving accessibility across major markets.

The last two winners have secured their places on the rear wing of Williams Racing cars for the 2024 US Grand Prix. Their Cosmos avatars will make their debut on two Williams challengers at the upcoming race in Austin. - Two winners' Cosmos avatars to appear on Williams Racing cars - Debut set for 2024 US Grand Prix in Austin - Fan zone available for visitors to experience the action **Next Steps:** - Race Week in Austin approaching - Fans encouraged to visit the fan zone - Opportunity to witness the event firsthand *Get ready for an exciting race week and don't miss the chance to be part of the action!*

As we approach 2024, several factors are contributing to market uncertainty: - **Market volatility** remains high - **Geopolitical tensions** continue to impact global markets - Potential **rate cuts** are on the horizon - **Elections** in various countries add to the uncertainty Despite these challenges, opportunities exist for informed traders. Kraken Pro has introduced a new suite of tools designed to help traders: - Execute trades faster - Gain increased market insight For more information on these tools and how to leverage them in the current market climate, watch the latest video from Coinsiders on YouTube. **Call to Action**: Visit the provided link to watch the video and learn how to navigate these turbulent times effectively.

Kraken has been recognized as the 12th Most Loved Workplace in America for 2024 by Newsweek. The crypto exchange attributes this achievement to: - **Fully remote work environment** - **Exceptional benefits package** - **A community of top-tier professionals** Kraken emphasizes its commitment to creating an outstanding workplace culture. The company is currently hiring, inviting talented individuals to join their team. For more details on this recognition and Kraken's workplace offerings, visit their blog post: https://blog.kraken.com/news/newsweek-2024-top-100-american