Could you explain to me how Kraken generates revenue? As a leading crypto exchange, I'm curious about its business model and how it manages to stay afloat in the highly competitive market. Do they charge transaction fees for each buy and sell order? Or do they earn through other means, like providing financial services or managing crypto funds? I'd appreciate it if you could break it down for me in layman's terms.
6 answers
mia_rose_lawyer
Sun Mar 31 2024
The fee schedules differ depending on whether the trading is spot trading, margin trading, or futures trading.
charlotte_bailey_doctor
Sun Mar 31 2024
Spot trading fees are charged based on the volume and type of transaction.
EtherWhale
Sun Mar 31 2024
Margin and futures trading fees may include additional charges for leverage and funding.
SeoulSerenitySeekerPeace
Sun Mar 31 2024
Kraken generates a significant portion of its revenue from transaction fees.
ShadowFox
Sun Mar 31 2024
Kraken's fee structure is designed to incentivize higher trading volumes, rewarding active traders with lower fees.