Kraken
Incoming Kraken CEO Gearing Up to ‘Engage’ More With External Investors
Incoming Kraken CEO Dave Ripley discusses if the crypto exchange would ever go public and also weighs in on how the company is responding to recent market turbulence.
Kraken Incoming CEO on Company Culture, Future Plans as Jesse Powell Steps Down
As Jesse Powell steps down from his role as CEO of crypto exchange Kraken, incoming CEO Dave Ripley discusses the firm's business operations, company culture and future plans amid a sour mood in the markets.
Strike Raises $80M; Bitmain Founder Reportedly Setting Up $250M Fund for Distressed Bitcoin Mining Assets
Strike, a Chicago-based bitcoin payment provider run by crypto entrepreneur Jack Mallers, raised $80 million in a Series B funding round led by Ten31. Crypto billionaire Jihan Wu, founder of bitcoin mining rig maker Bitmain, is reportedly setting up a $250 million fund to buy distressed assets from mining firms.
Crypto Execs From Celsius, Kraken, FTX.US Step Down From Roles
Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky, Kraken CEO Jesse Powell, and FTX.US President Brett Harrison are all stepping down from their roles amid crypto winter. U.S. Regulatory Reporter Cheyenne Ligon discusses what we know so far and what this may reveal about the state of the industry.
Jesse Powell to Step Down as Kraken CEO; Satoshi Trial Reaches Conclusion
Kraken co-founder Jesse Powell is planning to step down as CEO of the company and current COO Dave Ripley will take over his position. Plus, the latest legal developments as the trial between Hodlonaut and Craig Wright reaches its conclusion in an Oslo court.
Kraken CEO Condemns Tornado Cash US Sanctions
Jesse Powell, CEO of crypto exchange Kraken, has criticized the U.S. Treasury department's blacklisting of crypto mixer Tornado Cash, saying it's "unconstitutional." "The Hash" team digs into Powell's comments and the potential limits of outdated U.S. securities law.
Binance and Kraken Stick to Hiring Plans Amid Market Volatility
While many crypto companies likes Coinbase have laid off employees amid the recent market downturn, Binance and Kraken are tweeting about their plans to continue hiring. “The Hash” discusses the rivalries at play, along with Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao’s latest comments at Consensus 2022.
The Significance of Kraken’s Potential Fed Master Account
Kraken Bank, a subsidiary of crypto exchange Kraken, recently received a routing number from the American Bankers Association as part of its efforts to eventually establish as a regulated bank. “The Hash” hosts discuss how this announcement relates to Kraken’s appointment of a new CFO and possible IPO rumors.
Kraken One Step Closer to Becoming an Official Bank
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses a recent update on Kraken’s ongoing quest for a Federal Reserve Master Account, which would give them the same access to the global payment system as traditional banks. Plus, a conversation on how Kraken benefits from Wyoming’s unique regulatory framework for the banking industry.
Kraken Brings in New CFO, Possible IPO?
Crypto exchange Kraken has brought Carrie Dolan on as a new CFO. Dolan managed Lending Club’s initial public offering in 2014. “The Hash” team discusses if Kraken might follow Coinbase's lead and seek going public. Plus, the importance of exchanges in the crypto ecosystem.
