About

Founded in 2011, Kraken is a US-based cryptocurrency exchange that has grown into one of the world's largest and longest-standing platforms for digital asset trading. The company serves well over 9 million global traders and institutions, offering access to more than 200 digital assets and support for 8 different fiat currencies.

Kraken's product suite includes several trading platforms: Kraken Pro and Kraken Desktop for active trading, Kraken Wallet for asset management, and Kraken Futures for regulated derivatives trading.

The company operates as a fully remote organization, with employees - known as Krakenites - located across 70+ countries and speaking over 50 languages. Kraken's stated priorities include industry-leading security, crypto education, and client support.

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