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Nearly two years after settling SEC charges over its previous staking program, 
Kraken is launching a new service that lets users stake directly from their own wallets.
What's the Scoop?
- Staking Returns: Kraken has restarted its U.S. staking services nearly two years after settling SEC charges.
- Non-Custodial Model: The new program allows users to stake directly from their own wallets, removing Kraken’s custody over staked assets. This model contrasts with Kraken’s previous custodial staking, which led to a $30M SEC settlement in early 2023.
- Supported Assets: At launch, staking will be available for
Ethereum and 
Solana with more tokens to be added over time.
Bankless Take
Kraken’s move signals a growing shift toward decentralized and non-custodial staking solutions in response to U.S. regulatory pressure. By removing custodial risks, the exchange aims to stay compliant while still offering staking rewards to its users.
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