#Kraken Seeks $500M Funding at $15B Valuation Before 2026 IPO
KRKN is reportedly raising $500 million in new funding at a $15 billion valuation as the
#crypto exchange prepares for a potential initial public offering in 2026.
The funding round represents a significant increase from Kraken's 2022 valuation of approximately $11 billion.
Kraken currently processes $1.37 billion in daily trading volume across more than 1,100 trading pairs.
The exchange secured a #MiCA license in Ireland, enabling expansion across the European Union market.
The SEC dropped its securities violation lawsuit against Kraken in March under the #Trump administration's crypto-friendly regulatory approach.
Kraken joins a growing list of crypto firms eyeing public listings, including #Ripple, Gemini, and Galaxy Digital, amid favorable regulatory conditions