Kraken futures: 150+ markets open EU crypto derivatives access
By The Cryptonomist
Kraken futures now allow Bitcoin, Ethereum and approved Stablecoins as collateral on Kraken Pro, offering up to 10x leverage under EU licences in an announcement dated Nov 3, 2025. Kraken says the product is built to meet MiFID II and MiCA requirements for eligible professional clients across the EU. As reported, “the offering is designed to be compliant with both MiFID II and MiCA frameworks and targets professional EU clients.” Industry analysts say that alignment with both frameworks can reduce legal friction for institutional participants while preserving market safeguards.
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Kraken futures now allow Bitcoin, Ethereum and approved Stablecoins as collateral on Kraken Pro, offering up to 10x leverage under EU licences in an announcement dated Nov 3, 2025. Kraken says the product is built to meet MiFID II and MiCA requirements for eligible professional clients across the EU. As reported, “the offering is designed to be compliant with both MiFID II and MiCA frameworks and targets professional EU clients.” Industry analysts say that alignment with both frameworks can reduce legal friction for institutional participants while preserving market safeguards.
