Just In: Kraken Brings Blockchain Staking Back to U.S. Customers
Nidhi Kolhapur30 Jan 20254 min read
In a major move for the U.S. crypto market, Kraken, one of the oldest and most trusted cryptocurrency exchanges, has reintroduced blockchain staking products for U.S. clients. This shift comes as the market begins to recover and gain momentum after a period of stagnation.
Exciting news, right? Here’s all you need to know.
Staking Now Available in 37 States and Territories
Starting today, Kraken is offering U.S. customers in 37 states and two territories the ability to securely stake tokens via Kraken Pro. This new staking product lets users support blockchain networks by locking up their crypto assets for a set time in a process called “bonded staking.”
Kraken also plans to expand its staking offerings to more states as regulations allow, giving even more customers the opportunity to get involved in blockchain security.
But Security Comes First
Clients in eligible states can now stake 17 popular cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Polkadot (DOT), and Cardano (ADA). Kraken will also offer restaking integration, allowing users to help support Ethereum’s security by participating in projects built on the network.
To keep users’ assets safe kraken kraken Kraken is one of the oldest and most reputable cryptocurrency exchange platforms, founded in 2011, allowing people to buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies. It focuses on improving the user experience, accessibility, and security. Kraken offers advanced trading, staking, and custody solutions for users worldwide. Key Features: Spot trading over 200 coins, with access to crypto liquidity and low spreads in the crypto markets. Futures trading with strong liquidity and a reliable platform. Allows NFTs to be traded without gas fees, increasing accessibility to users. Institutional-grade custody, OTC trading, and staking for passive rewards. Secure crypto wallet for the storage and management of crypto assets. [email protected] Centralised ExchangeDecentralised Exchange has taken additional security steps, including third-party insurance for all staked assets. This provides an extra layer of protection for those taking part in staking.
Easing Regulations for More Growth
The reintroduction of staking comes at a time when U.S. regulations are starting to shift. With former President Donald Trump Donald Trump Donald J. Trump is a US-based business tycoon, pro-crypto politician, and 47th (present) President of the United States. He comprehends the significance and needs of the modern fintech world, and people look up to him as a dominant pro-crypto politician. Once doubtful about Bitcoin's dominance, he said in a tweet in 2019, “I am not a fan of Bitcoin", but now has a significant amount of cryptocurrency holdings in his pool. He has also signed an Executive Order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, which highlights his commitment to the future of cryptocurrency. Quick Facts Full name Donald John Trump Birth 14-06-1946, New York, United States Nationality American Education BS from the University of Pennsylvania Famous For Business, Politics Donald Trump - Career Highlights & Events 2016 – Elected as the 45th President of the United States from the Republican Party. 2017 – Signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, impacting investment environments 2019 – Slammed crypto king Bitcoin on X, calls it "not money". 2025 – A gala party was hosted by him for the top 220 Trump meme coin holders. President back in office, regulations on crypto, especially from the SEC, are becoming less strict. This change follows a difficult period for Kraken when it had to suspend its staking service for U.S. customers in February 2023. The company paid $30 million to settle SEC charges related to unregistered securities.
“Launching this new staking product in the U.S. is an overwhelmingly positive development, not just for Kraken but also for the entire U.S. crypto space,” emphasized Mark Greenberg, Kraken Global Head of Consumer.
Kraken Takes the Lead
Kraken has long been a leader in the crypto space.
In 2019, it became the first major centralized exchange to offer onchain staking, giving users the chance to help secure proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchains. Last year, Kraken expanded its offerings further by allowing clients to restake Ethereum (ETH), supporting Ethereum’s security and helping new projects use its infrastructure.
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Kraken’s staking revival not only marks a turning point for the exchange but also signals that the future of U.S. crypto may be more open and more secure than ever before.
