Kraken raises 500 million: towards the listing that could change the bull and bear crypto market
Kraken is preparing for a monumental shift. The exchange, among the most well-known in the world, has announced a fundraising of 500 million dollars, bringing its valuation to about 15 billion.
A result that, according to Bloomberg, represents a new high for the sector and fuels expectations of a future IPO, expected by the first quarter of 2026.
Growth, compliance, and innovation at the center of Kraken exchange’s strategy
With this capital increase, Kraken aims to:
- Consolidate its position in an increasingly competitive context
- Address the regulatory framework rapidly evolving, both in the USA and in Europe
- Expand the service offering, targeting institutional investors and retail users
