Kraken completes $500M funding round, eyes 2026 IPO

Key Takeaways

  • Kraken completed a $500 million funding round at a $15 billion valuation.
  • The funding round had no single lead investor, with participation from numerous firms and funds.

Kraken completed a $500 million funding round at a $15 billion valuation today, positioning the crypto exchange for a targeted 2026 IPO.

Arjun Sethi, co-CEO of Kraken, previously emphasized there’s “no rush” for the public listing as the company focuses on acquisitions to strengthen its business.

The exchange structured its funding round without a lead investor, drawing participation from various firms and funds to fuel expansion. Sethi personally invested in the round alongside his investment firm Tribe Capital.

Source: https://cryptobriefing.com/kraken-500m-funding-round-2026-ipo/