Kraken offers stock trading as exchanges adapt to changing regulations

Cryptocurrency exchanges are adopting alternative strategies to conduct business in the face of tighter crypto regulatory environments worldwide. Signs are everywhere. Kraken is reportedly moving to offer securities trading in the United States and the United Kingdom to expand its reach and compete with popular apps like Robinhood, which offer both crypto and stock trading. On the other hand, Gemini is expanding its presence in India with a $24 million investment in its development center. Another challenge for crypto exchanges has been licensing and communication with regulators. Binance reopened its branch…

US-Based Crypto Exchange Kraken Continues Expansion by Pushing Into Traditional Stock Offerings: Report

US-based crypto exchange Kraken is reportedly adding to its suite of products with the addition of traditional stock offerings. According to a new report by Bloomberg Law, sources familiar with the matter say that Kraken is planning on offering US-traded stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to its customers. This marks the first time that Kraken has ventured outside of the world crypto assets, according to the report. Initially, the crypto exchange plans to sell traditional stock offerings in the United States and the United Kingdom through Kraken Securities, a new…

What Happens To XRP Price If Ripple Stock Climbs To $600?

One thing that has emerged that could influence the XRP price has been the possibility of Ripple carrying out an Initial Public Offering (IPO). This would mean that shares of the crypto firm would become publicly tradable like that of Coinbase’s COIN stock. However, even more prominent among investors is the possibility of how high the price of the shares could trade. Financial Expert’s Ripple Video Resurfaces The rumors had first begun with some members of the XRP community talking about a possible IPO. Like rumors are wont to do,…

Crypto exchange Kraken plans move into US stock trading: Report

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken reportedly plans to offer users trading services for stocks listed in the United States and exchange-traded funds, or ETFs. According to a Sept. 27 Bloomberg report, the U.S.-based exchange planned to launch its trading services in the U.S. and United Kingdom sometime in 2024 through a division called Kraken Securities. Kraken’s expansion of investment vehicles beyond cryptocurrencies would require licensing from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and financial regulators in the U.K., which the exchange reportedly already holds. The reported move by the crypto exchange came roughly…

Crypto Exchange Kraken to Explore Stock Trading: Bloomberg

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Alibaba’s Cainiao Files for $1B IPO on Hong Kong Stock Exchange

The significance of this IPO is further highlighted when considering the expected global ranking of this offering. Cainiao Smart Logistics Network Ltd, the logistics unit of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (HKG: 9988) has taken a significant step by submitting its A1 filing to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming to raise at least $1 billion in its Initial Public Offering (IPO). Alibaba to Hold Huge Stake in Cainiao Despite listing Cainiao on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Alibaba is set to maintain a significant stake in the logistics unit. As…

Lumi Rental’s Shares Soar 30% on Riyadh Stock Exchange IPO Debut

Lumi IPO’s success is seen as a positive indicator for other Saudi companies contemplating going public. In a dazzling debut on the Riyadh stock exchange, Lumi Rental Co., the Saudi Arabian auto rental firm, witnessed its shares surge by an astonishing 30% on its first day of trading. The Initial Public Offering (IPO), valued at 1.09 billion Riyals ($290 million), not only exceeded expectations but also set the stage for a new era in the region’s automotive industry. Today, we listed on the Saudi Exchange (@Tadawul), a remarkable milestone in…

Bankrupt Core Scientific to Buy 27K Bitmain Servers for $77M in Cash and Stock

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Instacart Stock Jumps 40% on Nasdaq IPO Debut, Closes at 12% Up

Instacart had a successful IPO and closed the day 12% higher, reeling in $420 million in cash from the Nasdaq offering. American grocery delivery company Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) has finally concluded its initial public offering (IPO) on the Nasdaq, closing 12% higher on the day. The company’s stock, in after-hours trading, is exchanging hands at $32.95, 2.23% down from its $33.70 close. The Instacart IPO saw the company’s shares initially spiking 40% to open at $42 but eventually lost some of the gains. As of Monday, Instacart’s valuation was at $10…

Microsoft Is Gradually Closing In on Apple as It Eyes Position as World’s Largest Stock

Although hundreds of billions away, Microsoft’s valuation is gradually closing in on that of Apple, racing to become the world’s largest. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) is making progress with its valuation and seems ready to give Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) a run for its money. The company’s valuation is now moving closer to Apple’s as it races to overtake the iPhone maker as the world’s largest company by market cap. According to Marketwatch data as of writing time, Apple shares have climbed 0.42% this month, lower than Microsoft’s 2.05%. In addition, the year-to-date…