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Kraken parent Payward to acquire Saldo Bank

The Cryptonomist·October 14, 2026·1 min read
Kraken parent Payward to acquire Saldo Bank

Kraken's parent company, Payward, agreed to acquire Finland-based Saldo Bank, gaining a route to offer deposits and lending products in Europe. The deal extends services beyond crypto trading through a regulated EU bank, bringing access to yield-bearing deposits, lending, card issuance, and SEPA payments.

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