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Kraken Appoints Ben Gray as Chief Legal Officer
Slice of Finance Team
11 Feb
Key Highlights:
Kraken appoints Ben Gray as Chief Legal Officer.
Gray brings over 15 years of legal and regulatory experience in crypto and finance.
Previously served as Global General Counsel at Paxos and worked on stablecoin initiatives.
Will oversee Kraken’s legal, compliance, and enterprise risk management.
Succeeds Marco Santori, who remains an advisor.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes:
"Ben is a critical addition to Kraken’s leadership team as we scale the business and drive innovation globally. His deep experience as a general counsel and chief compliance officer make him an ideal CLO for Kraken, as the industry continues fighting for regulatory clarity and consumer protections.”
"By aligning legal, compliance, and risk within this team, we are looking forward to leveraging Ben’s unique experience to ensure seamless execution and operational excellence across the markets in which we operate globally.”
"I am honored to step into the role of Chief Legal Officer at Kraken, a company that has consistently been at the forefront of the cryptocurrency industry. Over the past year, we've seen tremendous progress in moving towards regulatory clarity around the globe and 2025 will be a pivotal year."
Why This Matters:
Ben Gray’s appointment as Chief Legal Officer underscores Kraken’s commitment to regulatory compliance and operational excellence in an evolving crypto landscape. His deep expertise in legal frameworks and financial regulations positions Kraken to navigate global regulatory shifts while expanding its product portfolio and geographical presence. With increasing regulatory scrutiny on crypto, Gray’s leadership will be crucial in maintaining Kraken’s reputation as one of the most secure and compliant platforms in the industry.