<ul><li>Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is close to finalizing a $1.5 billion acquisition of trading platform NinjaTrader, expanding its US crypto futures market presence.</li><li>The acquisition allows Kraken to offer crypto futures products to US customers by leveraging NinjaTrader's registration as a Futures Commission Merchant.</li><li>Kraken plans to diversify its offerings across multiple asset classes, including equities trading and payments, while NinjaTrader would continue operating as a standalone platform.</li><li>Kraken is also preparing for a 2026 IPO, taking advantage of a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment under President Trump.</li></ul>

Kraken Nears $1.5B Acquisition Of NinjaTrader To Expand US Crypto Futures

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