Kraken, Consensys, Ledger, Bithumb, and CertiK target public listings, highlighting a shift of leading crypto service providers toward traditional equity markets.
Several prominent cryptocurrency companies, including Kraken with a $20 billion valuation, Consensys, Ledger, Bithumb, and blockchain security firm CertiK, intend to pursue initial public offerings in 2026. This collective move represents a broader trend of established digital asset service providers entering traditional capital markets to attract institutional investors, increase transparency, and expand their operational reach.