Based in the San Francisco-based exchange Kraken has acquired British regulated platform cryptooperation Crypto Facilities, according to a press release.
The exact transaction amount was not specified, said only that she pronounced “nine-digit number.” On Crypto Facilities presents futures on bitcoin, ether, XRP, Litecoin and Bitcoin Cash. Also, the platform delivers price data exchange CME.
“I am delighted to welcome the team Crypto Facilities in the Kraken family, — said the head of Kraken Jesse Powell. — In the coming months we will continue to improve the quality of services and expand their range. In 2019 we will provide a great opportunity for traders and institutional clients”
During the interview, Fortune, Powell said that the Kraken will soon receive $100 million investment from “major customers”.
In December of last year it became known that the Kraken is considering the private placement of securities in the company at $4 billion.
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