Kraken Finalizes Acquisition of NinjaTrader for TradFi Expansion

Kraken has announced the completion of its acquisition of U.S.-based retail futures trading platform NinjaTrader, marking a significant step toward building an all-asset, institutional-grade trading platform. The deal expands Kraken’s presence from crypto into traditional financial markets, unifying access to both asset classes under one ecosystem.

With the integration, Kraken users will soon be able to trade traditional derivatives directly from its crypto-native platform, while NinjaTrader clients will gain seamless access to crypto markets. Kraken confirmed that both platforms will begin cross-access integrations, with NinjaTrader’s tools to be embedded in Kraken Pro and Kraken Desktop in the near future.

Single trading experience across multiple asset classes

The company said this acquisition aligns with its long-term strategy to create a single trading experience across multiple asset classes. Plans include the addition of stocks, prediction markets, and options to both platforms. In April, Kraken began rolling out commission-free trading for more than 11,000 U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs to its crypto user base.

Kraken will continue to operate NinjaTrader as an independent platform under its broader suite of trading and payments services. NinjaTrader will also leverage Kraken’s global regulatory licenses and infrastructure to expand its futures trading offering into international markets.

In a statement accompanying the announcement, Kraken said the deal supports its broader mission of reducing inefficiencies in financial markets and expanding access to trading across asset types, anytime and anywhere.

Kraken’s expanding footprint now spans digital assets, traditional equities, and regulated futures. The company supports trading for individuals and institutions across web, desktop, and mobile platforms. Futures trading through NinjaTrader is accessible via desktop, web, and mobile at www.ninjatrader.com.