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Key Insights Kraken has officially moved its global headquarters to Cheyenne, Wyoming, citing the state’s crypto-friendly regulations and long-standing support for digital assets. Wyoming has passed over 30 crypto-related laws, offers legal protection for private keys, and is planning to launch its own stablecoin and a strategic Bitcoin reserve. CHEYENNE, Wyoming (MarketsXplora) – U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has officially moved its global headquarters to Cheyenne, Wyoming, embracing the state's crypto-friendly regulatory landscape after more than three years without a central office. The move marks a significant shift for Kraken, which shuttered its previous headquarters in San Francisco following safety concerns raised by then-CEO Jesse Powell. At the time, Powell cited incidents involving employee harassment, theft, and assault as reasons for abandoning a physical presence in the city. Since then, Kraken has operated as a remote-first company. In a statement released Friday, Kraken said the decision to relocate to Wyoming reflects “recognition of the pro-crypto policymakers and constructive regulations” that have emerged in the state over the past decade. Wyoming's Crypto-Friendly Framework Wyoming has enacted more than 30 laws related to digital assets, gaining national attention for its progressive stance on cryptocurrency regulation. These laws include legal recognition of cryptocurrencies as property and protections for private cryptographic keys. The state has also implemented a fintech sandbox to support innovation among early-stage blockchain startups. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), a prominent voice for crypto in Congress, welcomed Kraken’s decision, calling it a testament to Wyoming’s position as a national leader in digital asset policy. “Wyoming has been at the forefront of digital asset policy for nearly a decade,” Lummis said. “Kraken’s decision to relocate to the Equality State reinforces Wyoming’s position as America’s premier crypto hub.” Kraken, which began investing in Wyoming in 2021, has maintained a growing presence in the state. In celebration of its tenth anniversary, the exchange donated $300,000 to the University of Wyoming to bolster cryptocurrency education. It has also sponsored events such as the Wyoming Blockchain Stampede and Hackathon, and co-hosted the 2023 Wyoming Blockchain Symposium in Jackson Hole, bringing together industry experts, lawmakers, and institutional investors. Caitlin Long, CEO of Custodia Bank and a vocal advocate for digital asset reform, praised the relocation in a post on X (formerly Twitter). “Kraken is likely the most valuable company headquartered in Wyoming now,” Long wrote. Institutional Expansion and Strategic Alignment Kraken’s move comes on the heels of its launch of Kraken Prime, a brokerage platform aimed at institutional clients including hedge funds, asset managers, and corporate investors. The new offering bundles trading, custody, and asset financing services under one umbrella, signaling Kraken’s ambition to compete directly with traditional financial institutions. The company’s strategic alignment with Wyoming may also reflect its long-term positioning in the evolving digital finance space. The state has proposed the creation of its own stablecoin and is exploring plans for a strategic Bitcoin reserve—further underscoring its commitment to blockchain innovation. Despite re-establishing a formal headquarters, Kraken confirmed it will maintain its remote-first workforce model, allowing employees to operate globally without a centralized office structure. Kraken joins a growing list of crypto firms choosing decentralized or non-traditional operations. Competitors like Coinbase and Binance have also moved away from physical headquarters, with Coinbase closing its San Francisco office in 2022 and Binance operating without a fixed location since 2018. With the move to Cheyenne, Kraken now becomes one of the most prominent digital asset firms to officially call Wyoming home—a milestone that both underscores the state’s pro-crypto stance and signals the industry's shifting geography.

Kraken Relocates Global Headquarters to Wyoming, Citing Pro-Crypto Environment

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