Key Highlights
- Kraken has become the first major U.S.-based crypto exchange to natively support Tempo.
- USDT0 and USDC.e deposits and withdrawals are now live on Kraken through the Tempo network.
- Tempo builders gain access to Kraken’s liquidity, OTC trading, custody, and fiat on/off-ramp services.
Kraken has partnered with Tempo, a Layer 1 blockchain focused on stablecoin payments, becoming the first major U.S.-based centralized cryptocurrency exchange to natively support the network.
According to an official announcement released today, the integration allows fintech companies, neobanks, payment providers, and stablecoin issuers building on Tempo to access liquidity, custody, on/off-ramps, and related services through Kraken’s platform.
Under the agreement, Kraken will act as a consolidated service provider for Tempo users. Deposits and withdrawals for USDT0 and USDC.e are now live on Kraken via Tempo. This creates a direct link between assets on the Tempo network and Kraken’s trading infrastructure.
Kraken provides liquidity and operational support
In liquidity and over-the-counter (OTC) trading, Kraken provides access to spot and OTC markets across stablecoins, fiat pairs, and major cryptocurrencies. This is intended to support treasury management and high-volume conversions for institutional users.
For on-and-off ramps, the partnership enables fiat and stablecoin transfers through Kraken’s APIs and related services. This could be relevant for applications involving cross-border payments, remittances, and payouts. Kraken Financial, a Wyoming Special Purpose Depository Institution, offers qualified custody solutions for stablecoin reserves and other protocol assets.
Additionally, tokens and stablecoins launched on Tempo may receive support from Kraken’s listings team, potentially easing the path toward broader market distribution. Compliance features such as Know-Your-Business (KYB) checks, transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening are also part of the institutional offering, which may help reduce the infrastructure each company must develop independently.
Perpetual futures contracts launch for US users
In a separate development, Kraken recently announced plans to introduce perpetual futures contracts regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for U.S. cryptocurrency traders. The exchange is positioning the product as the first of its kind in the U.S. market.
According to the announcement made on May 29, 2026, along with a regulatory filing submitted the same day, eligible U.S. clients will gain access to trade these perpetual futures directly on the Kraken Pro platform within the next 30 days.
The new derivatives product will be offered alongside Kraken’s existing spot trading, margin trading, and CME-listed crypto futures, allowing users to access multiple crypto market instruments through a single trading interface.
Centralized exchanges tend toward blockchain networks
The integration reflects a broader trend in the cryptocurrency sector where centralized exchanges are connecting with specialized blockchain networks to support institutional and payment-related activities.
Stablecoin issuers and payment platforms often face challenges in combining blockchain technology with traditional financial operations such as liquidity management and regulatory compliance. The development occurs as stablecoins continue to see increased usage in payments.
No financial details of the partnership were made public. The collaboration is currently positioned to support teams developing wallets, remittance tools, payment products, and stablecoin issuance on the Tempo network.
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