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The Kraken cryptocurrency platform has officially announced its participation in the Trump Accounts government initiative, committing to financial support for babies born in 2026 in Wyoming. Thus, the company becomes one of the key private partners of a government project designed to help generate savings for future generations of Americans.

The Trump Accounts project was announced by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at the end of January 2026. The idea is to open specialized investment accounts for all children born from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2028. The federal agency makes an initial contribution of one thousand dollars to each account, which is then invested in index funds.

According to estimates by the Ministry of Finance, due to the compound interest effect, program participants can save up to half a million dollars by the time they retire. An important advantage: funds become available immediately upon reaching the age of majority, providing young people with the starting capital to start an independent life.

Kraken did not choose Wyoming for sponsorship by chance. This state is known for its favorable attitude towards the cryptocurrency industry and has created one of the most suitable regulatory environments for the development of digital assets in the country. In addition, it is here that the global headquarters of the exchange is located.

Arjun Sethi, CEO of Kraken, emphasized that this step is not a charity, but a strategic investment in the future of the region, which is a leader in innovation and regulation. He noted that when the authorities create conditions for technology business, responsible business should show long-term support.

However, Kraken has not yet disclosed the exact amount that it will transfer to the accounts of newborns, and does not specify the form of payments — whether it will be traditional dollars or cryptocurrency.

For those who want to use the program, there is already a special section on the official Kraken resource where you can create a Trump Account for your child. The registration process began simultaneously with the release of the press release, which allows families to quickly join the initiative.