Kraken News & Prediction Market Coverage
Track the latest Kraken news across prediction markets. Prediction News is following 4 active Kraken stories across regulation, legal action, market moves, and platform developments, each clustered from original reporting and summarized for operators, traders, and regulators.
Latest News
NinjaTrader Group creates AI-focused C-suite role tied to prediction markets
LegalCFTC approves first U.S. bitcoin perpetual futures for Kalshi and Coinbase
DealsOnyx Odds raises $20 million in round led by Payward
DealsPolymarket partners with Nasdaq Private Market for pre-IPO prediction contracts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Payward's relationship to Kraken?
Payward, Inc. is the parent company of the Kraken cryptocurrency exchange.
Does Kraken own NinjaTrader?
Yes, NinjaTrader Group is owned by Kraken's parent company Payward.
Is Payward or Kraken involved in prediction markets?
Payward led a $20 million Series A in Onyx Odds at a $220 million valuation and operates CFTC-registered entities positioned for prediction markets and event contracts.
What CFTC status does Payward hold for derivatives or prediction markets?
Payward entities act as a CFTC-registered futures commission merchant and designated contract market, supporting regulated offerings including through subsidiaries like Bitnomial and NinjaTrader Clearing.
Does Kraken offer perpetual futures or event contracts?
Through Payward subsidiaries, Kraken provides access to CFTC-regulated bitcoin and other crypto perpetual futures on Kraken Pro.