Explore the Leading FX Trading Platforms for 2026

Kraken is one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges, trusted by millions worldwide since 2011 and voted the best crypto platform of 2026 by Forbes. With over $2 trillion in total platform transaction volume, 650+ supported crypto assets, and availability in 190+ countries, it has grown into a full-service financial platform covering crypto, stocks, futures, staking, and more.

Beyond spot trading, Kraken now supports trading of 11,000+ stocks and ETFs commission-free for US clients via the Kraken app and Kraken Pro, making it one of the few platforms bridging traditional equity markets and crypto in a single interface. Margin trading is available with up to 10x leverage across 600+ crypto pairs, alongside 100+ multi-collateral futures contracts and the upcoming launch of CFTC-regulated perpetual futures — the first of their kind for US traders.

Earning on Kraken is equally comprehensive. Staking rewards are available across 20+ assets paid weekly directly to your account, with notable rates including MINA at 11.48% APY, FLOW at 9.98%, ATOM at 8.7%, KSM at 8.25%, AVAX at 3.5%, ETH at 2.66%, and HYPE at 1.1%. Bitcoin holders can earn up to 2.5% in BTC-denominated rewards through the new Bitcoin Vault within Kraken Earn, with no DeFi knowledge required. Kraken has paid out over $800 million in rewards to clients to date.

For traders who want to scale without risking personal capital, Kraken Prop gives skilled traders access to funded wallets of up to $200,000 with up to a 90% profit split, no time limits, and evaluation fees starting at $20. For holders who need liquidity without selling, Kraken Flexline offers fixed-rate crypto-secured loans from 7% to 25% APR across 48 crypto assets and 6 fiat currencies, available to ECP-qualified US users across 40 states and Washington, DC.

Kraken has also expanded into tokenized equities via its xStocks framework, giving customers in 110+ countries access to US-listed IPOs at the offering price — starting with SpaceX. xStocks assets trade 24/7, including weekends when traditional brokerages are closed, and are backed 1:1 by the underlying share held in custody by a regulated entity.

Security has always been a core priority at Kraken, with two-factor authentication, advanced encryption, and institutional-grade custody via Kraken Financial, a Wyoming SPDI. The platform is also the official crypto partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026, partnered with Williams Racing, Atlético de Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur, and RB Leipzig, and offers a dedicated Learn Center, award-winning 24/7 support, and apps across Kraken, Kraken Pro, Krak, and desktop.