In a strategic move to broaden its investment offerings, Kraken has launched US securities trading for clients residing in the United States. The expansion marks a significant step for the digital asset platform as it moves beyond its core focus on cryptocurrencies to include traditional financial instruments.
The new feature is enabled through a partnership with Alpaca, a self-clearing broker-dealer known for its API-first brokerage infrastructure. Alpaca’s platform allows seamless access to equities trading, including fractional and notional shares, with low latency and zero commission fees. As a result of this integration, Kraken’s US clients can now trade a diverse selection of US-listed stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) directly alongside digital assets.
With this addition, Kraken’s platform now supports over 11,000 stocks and ETFs, complementing its existing portfolio of more than 300 digital assets and six fiat currencies. The launch aligns with Kraken’s broader multi-asset strategy, which has also included the acquisition of futures trading platform NinjaTrader, signaling its intent to become a more comprehensive investment platform.
Kraken officials emphasized that the move is part of a long-term vision to bridge digital and traditional finance. By integrating equities trading within its secure platform, Kraken aims to provide users with a streamlined and trusted multi-asset trading experience.
Alpaca representatives highlighted the collaboration as a strong example of how modern brokerage infrastructure can support access to multiple asset classes through a unified interface.
Looking ahead, Kraken is evaluating opportunities to further diversify its offerings with the potential inclusion of additional traditional financial products such as options. The company is also exploring international expansion of these services.
Earlier in April 2025, Kraken partnered with Mastercard to launch crypto-enabled payment solutions for users in the UK and Europe. This initiative included the rollout of digital and physical debit cards linked to users’ crypto balances, expanding the use of digital assets in everyday retail transactions.
As Kraken continues to evolve its platform, these initiatives underscore its commitment to unifying digital assets and traditional financial markets under a single, secure trading ecosystem.
