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Abstract:Kraken shuts down its NFT marketplace to focus on new products and services, citing the NFT market downturn. Resources shift to stablecoins and institutional solutions.
Kraken, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, is closing its NFT marketplace to concentrate on new products and services. This strategic decision comes as the business reallocates resources to ongoing efforts after a lengthy slowdown in the NFT sector.
The NFT marketplace, which opened in full in June 2023 following a testing period, will switch to withdrawal-only mode on November 27, 2024, and will formally shut in three months. Kraken launched the platform in late 2022, with the goal of making NFTs available to collectors at all levels. However, the crypto bear market and NFTs' delayed rebound in comparison to Bitcoin and other tokens have had an influence on their viability.
“Weve made the decision to close our NFT marketplace so we can shift more resources into new products and services, including unannounced initiatives in development,” a Kraken spokesperson said in a statement, per the report. “Clients have been informed of the changes and our team will support them as they move their NFTs to their Kraken Wallet or a self-custodial wallet of choice.”
Kraken's latest initiatives demonstrate its diversification approach. Earlier this month, the business joined the Global Dollar Network, a group of fintech firms and cryptocurrency startups like Robinhood and Galaxy Digital, to encourage the use of stablecoins linked to the US dollar. The effort intends to expand global economic prospects and expedite the adoption of stablecoins.
Kraken purchased TradeStation Crypto in April 2024 to strengthen its regulatory license in the United States and grow its domestic market footprint. In February, Kraken also launched Kraken Institutional, a full solution package for asset managers, institutions, and high-net-worth customers.
GameStop just revealed intentions to discontinue its NFT marketplace in early 2024, citing regulatory uncertainties. This move follows the closure of its crypto wallet earlier this year, indicating a shift away from high-risk crypto operations as rules tighten.
Nifty's, an NFT platform financed by billionaire Mark Cuban, ceased operations in August 2023 after failing to find new funding. Despite high-profile partnerships with Warner Bros. on projects like “Matrix Avatars,” financial viability remained a challenge.
Hyperspace, a multi-chain NFT marketplace, will end operations on Solana in September 2024. While originally prospering during the NFT boom, it eventually shut down due to decreased trading volumes and larger market downturns.
Kraken's decision to close its NFT marketplace demonstrates the changing objectives of the crypto sector. As NFT trade volumes remain low and market mood evolves, businesses are focusing on sectors with larger development potential. By reallocating resources to efforts like as stablecoins and institutional services, Kraken is preparing itself for long-term success in a competitive and fast evolving environment.
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