Kraken, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has integrated with the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol, enabling its clients to stake Bitcoin natively.
This integration gives Kraken users a way to stake BTC while retaining full custody of their assets. Bitcoin remains on the Bitcoin chain at all times and is never wrapped, bridged, or lent out.
BTC staking, Powered by Babylon Genesis
Clients receive staking rewards in BABY, Babylon Genesis’ native token. Unstaking is always available, with a seven-day unbonding period before funds are returned.
The staking process is governed by a transparent Bitcoin script, allowing anyone to verify how rewards are managed. This is the first time BTC staking is available through Kraken. The integration reflects growing demand for Bitcoin staking solutions that preserve security, ownership, and transparency.
Kraken clients benefit from:
- BTC remains in the user’s control and never leaves the Bitcoin chain
- Transparent rewards – Rewards are handled by a Bitcoin script, ensuring accountability
- Easy access – Kraken clients can stake BTC directly from their exchange account with no additional setup
Supporting the Babylon ecosystem
In addition to BTC staking, Kraken also supports rewards in BABY, a token that can be used to:
- Participate in Babylon Genesis governance
- Earn staking incentives
- Access BTCFi services across the Babylon ecosystem
About Kraken
Kraken is a technology platform built on crypto that unlocks access and reduces inefficiencies to drive financial freedom — for the crypto economy and beyond.
Millions of individuals, professional traders, and institutions around the world use Kraken to trade digital and traditional assets, including cryptocurrencies, national currencies, U.S. futures, and U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs.
Kraken markets can be monitored and traded via the web or through the Kraken and Kraken Pro iOS and Android apps. Futures platforms by NinjaTrader, a Kraken company, are available on desktop, web, and mobile via www.ninjatrader.com.
For more information about Kraken, please visit www.kraken.com.
