Kraken Expands Crypto Derivatives Trading for UK Professionals

Kraken has launched a phased rollout of cryptocurrency derivatives trading for professional clients in the UK, marking a strategic move to tap into the growing demand for crypto derivatives, which account for 70-75% of global crypto trading volume. The offering, initially available to select users, is now accessible to all eligible clients after a tailored onboarding process.

Kraken Expands Crypto Derivatives Trading for UK Professionals

Kraken has initiated a phased rollout of cryptocurrency derivatives trading for professional clients in the UK, according to Alexia Theodorou, the exchange’s head of derivatives. The offering, initially made available to select users, is now accessible to all eligible clients following a tailored onboarding process.

Derivatives dominate 70-75% of global crypto trading volume, a trend Kraken aims to capitalize on as its derivatives market grows faster than spot trading. The exchange facilitates UK derivatives trading through its Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) platform, reflecting institutional demand for sophisticated crypto products.

Kraken Launches ’Embed’ to Bridge Banks and Crypto Markets via Single API

Kraken’s new crypto-as-a-service product, Embed, enables financial institutions to offer digital asset trading without building proprietary infrastructure. The solution provides instant access to Kraken’s liquidity and compliance frameworks through a single API integration.

European neobank bunq has already adopted Embed, signaling growing institutional demand for turnkey crypto solutions. The move could accelerate mainstream adoption by eliminating technical barriers for traditional finance players.