Kraken, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced the launch of Kraken Derivatives US, a regulated platform for cryptocurrency futures trading available to clients in the USA.
Launch of Kraken Derivatives US: A New Step for Kraken
The Kraken Derivatives US platform allows clients to trade cryptocurrency futures, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum contracts, directly on CME Group’s platform via Kraken Pro. Users will enjoy seamless collateral transfers, enhanced capital efficiency, and a simplified interface that combines spot and derivatives trading in one place. Shannon Kurtas, Head of Exchange at Kraken, noted, 'With this launch, Kraken clients in the US can now trade futures alongside one of the world’s most liquid cryptocurrency spot markets.'
Unified Platform for Digital and Traditional Assets
With the launch of Kraken Derivatives US, Kraken continues to develop a holistic multi-asset platform offering users an easy way to trade both digital and traditional assets in one place. In April 2025, Kraken launched its traditional finance offering with commission-free trading of US equities. Kraken provides access to over 11,000 US stocks and ETFs, with all trades open 24 hours a day. Kurtas added that the company aims to create an ecosystem that provides convenient trading conditions for traders in DeFi and traditional finance.
Expansion of Kraken Following NinjaTrader Acquisition
The launch of Kraken Derivatives US was significantly facilitated by the acquisition of NinjaTrader, one of the most renowned retail futures trading platforms in the USA. This strategic acquisition added regulatory infrastructure and technological capabilities to Kraken’s business. In the future, Kraken plans to expand its derivatives offerings to include more futures on commodities, foreign exchange, stocks, and bonds, allowing the company to compete with established institutions rather than just other crypto exchanges.
The launch of Kraken Derivatives US underscores Kraken’s efforts to provide traders with enhanced opportunities in a regulated environment and their intention to become a significant player in the global financial market, combining futures trading, spot trading, and traditional assets under one roof.
