Raison Invests Over $2 Million in Kraken

Raison has expanded its exposure to one of the most enduring players in the digital asset and cryptocurrency sector. The firm’s total investment in Kraken—a globally regulated crypto exchange—has exceeded $2 million.

Initial allocations were made between 2020 and 2023, with Raison entering the company with over $1 million in capital. Between 2023 and 2024, the position was expanded further by an additional $1 million+, following Kraken’s global expansion, institutional product rollouts, and IPO preparations.

What is Kraken?

Kraken, founded in 2011, is one of the longest-standing and most trusted cryptocurrency exchanges in the industry. The platform offers:

• Spot and margin trading
• Staking services
• Over-the-counter (OTC) transactions
• Custody for institutional clients

The company is regulated across key jurisdictions including the United States, European Union, Canada, United Kingdom, and Singapore. Kraken has built a reputation for compliance, operational maturity, and resilience through both bull and bear cycles.

Latest Kraken Developments (2024–2025)

• IPO filing in the U.S.: Kraken formally submitted documents to go public in 2024. Analysts estimate its IPO valuation between $20–25 billion.
• Institutional growth: Kraken launched Kraken Custody, a platform designed for institutional investors, family offices, and asset managers.
• Global expansion: The company has secured licenses and regulatory approval across Canada, the UK, and Southeast Asia.
• New funding round: Kraken is reportedly targeting a $15 billion valuation ahead of its public listing, drawing strong interest from strategic investors.

Raison’s Position in Kraken: A Timeline

• 2020–2023: Raison enters Kraken with an investment exceeding $1 million, gaining exposure to one of the most regulated and technically advanced crypto platforms.
• 2023–2024: Raison increases its position by over $1 million, as Kraken demonstrates consistent execution across institutional product lines and licensing efforts.

This expansion is consistent with Raison’s focus on long-horizon technology infrastructure and companies at the core of the evolving digital financial system.

Comment from Raison’s Managing Partner

Alexander Zaytsev, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Raison:

Kraken is more than just an exchange — it’s a foundational platform for the next generation of financial infrastructure. We entered at a stage when its strategic direction was just beginning to crystallize. Today, Kraken continues to scale globally with clarity, credibility, and institutional reach.

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