Kraken Crypto Exchange Seeks EU License, Eyes Expansion in Europe

Kraken Crypto Exchange Seeks EU License, Eyes Expansion in Europe

U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is preparing to expand operations in the European market, according to the German press. The coin trading platform is in talks with regulators and plans to acquire a license in an EU member state, its founder Jesse Powell revealed. Kraken to Enter European Market by End of Year Kraken, a major digital asset exchange in the U.S., plans to reestablish its presence in the European Union this year, according to Handelsblatt. The publication notes the development comes as the crypto industry continues to mature, attracting more investors amid a market....


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