Kraken parent plans to acquire Lithuanian Saldo Bank for traditional finance expansion

According to Cointelegraph, the parent company of Kraken intends to purchase Lithuanian Saldo Bank. The acquisition aims to support its growth in traditional financial services within Europe. Payward — referring to Kraken’s parent entity — expects to complete the deal in 2027. Upon closing, it will allow Kraken’s parent to expand its traditional banking offerings into the four EU markets already operated by Saldo Bank.