War games: how we built Kraken to handle 10x the load
TL;DR During the worst moments of the largest volume spike our platform had ever seen (in July 2025), about 11% of requests to our platform failed. That was unacceptable. We now…
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Following primary loss, crypto PACs invest $1.5M in 3 US state races
The Defend American Jobs and Protect Progress PACs reported spending more than $1.5 million on media for four House and Senate races ahead of Aug. 18 primary elections. Two groups…
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation. Today in…
QUID is available for trading!
We’re thrilled to announce that QUID is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading QUID trading is live as of August 4, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account,…
The Bullion Rush: trade gold and silver perps for a share of $20,000 in USDG
TL;DR The Bullion Rush is a 30-day trading competition on Kraken Futures, running August 5 through September 5, 2026, with a $20,000 prize pool paid in USDG. It’s built around…
Senator Warren questions US AI chip policy after Trump crypto investment: Report
The lawmaker reportedly sent a letter to the Commerce Secretary demanding answers about the administration’s treatment of the UAE following investments in the Trump family’s…
Senator Lummis still pushing for CLARITY vote before August recess
US lawmakers have only a few days to hold a vote on a crypto market structure bill before a recess begins that could push consideration into the 2026 election season or beyond.…