Kraken, the global crypto exchange operator, has officially launched Kraken Derivatives US, a fully regulated U.S. derivatives offering. The rollout comes just two months after Kraken completed its acquisition of retail futures trading provider NinjaTrader.
Through Kraken Derivatives US, clients can now access crypto futures listed on the CME directly within the Kraken Pro interface. This integration combines one of the world’s most liquid cryptocurrency spot markets with a full suite of futures products, delivering a seamless trading experience in a regulated environment.
How Kraken’s Unified Futures Offering Could Benefit Prop Traders and Firms
For prop traders, the ability to trade crypto futures alongside spot markets under a single, regulated platform opens new possibilities for hedging, risk management, and capital efficiency.
Prop firms seeking to expand their traders’ access to regulated U.S. markets can leverage Kraken’s infrastructure to offer diversified products without sacrificing performance or liquidity.
Expanding Beyond Crypto
Later this year, Kraken plans to expand its derivatives offering to include commodity, fixed income, FX, and equity futures, further positioning itself as a multi‑asset venue for both digital and traditional asset classes.
In Europe, Kraken has already launched regulated derivatives trading, including CFDs, through its Cyprus‑based, CySEC‑licensed subsidiary Payward Europe Digital Solutions (CY) Limited.
A Regulated, High‑Performance Environment
“Kraken clients in the U.S. can now trade futures alongside one of the world’s most liquid cryptocurrency spot markets,” said Shannon Kurtas, Head of Exchange at Kraken. “It’s a meaningful step in giving traders broad market access and increased capital efficiency within a regulated and high‑performance environment.”
Kraken’s futures products and services in the U.S. are formally provided by Ninjatrader Clearing LLC dba Kraken Derivatives US, a regulated Futures Commission Merchant, member of the NFA (ID 0309379), and registered with the CFTC. Spot accounts remain under Payward Interactive Inc., which is not CFTC‑registered and not a member of the NFA.
