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Everything you need to know about our new wallet verification process

April 2, 2026

To provide even better protection for your account and to uphold the highest security standards together, we have improved our policy and verification process for external wallets. This update ensures…

Enhanced protection for your Assets

February 6, 2026

At Knaken, the security of your assets is our top priority. To provide even better protection for your funds and to align our structure with the renewed requirements of the…

Important update regarding the Vaults feature

December 19, 2025

At Knaken, we are continuously looking at how we can improve our platform and prepare it for the future. Part of that growth involves making choices regarding our product range.…

Crypto safety first: Recognize and prevent scams in the world of digital currency

June 11, 2025

The world of cryptocurrency is exciting, innovative, and full of opportunities. But like any financial sector, it unfortunately also attracts individuals and groups who try to exploit others’ inexperience or…

How football fans got their money back with Knaken

April 2, 2025

Crypto and football came together in a unique collaboration between Knaken and the Dutch football clubs SC Heerenveen and Excelsior. Together with these clubs, we launched cashback campaigns that allowed…

Knaken and Worldpay make credit card transactions easier than ever!

February 11, 2025

We are constantly improving our services to provide you with the smoothest and most innovative crypto experience. Today, we have exciting news: We are the first Dutch crypto company to…

Pay bills directly with crypto via Knaken

February 3, 2025

In a world that is becoming increasingly digital, the need for flexible and efficient payment solutions is growing. Knaken now makes it possible to pay bills directly with crypto, eliminating…

Knaken Adjusts: USDT, XAUT, DAI, and EURT to Be Delisted in Preparation for MiCA Regulations

January 30, 2025

The cryptocurrency landscape is constantly evolving, with regulations playing an increasingly significant role. The European Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) legislation introduces strict rules for trading stablecoins and other digital…

The Travel Rule: What It Means for Your Crypto Transactions at Knaken

December 30, 2024

Introduction The global regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies is evolving, and one significant change is the introduction of the Travel Rule for crypto transactions in Europe. Historically applied to banks, this…

KYC

KYC (Know Your Customer) is essential in cryptocurrency, ensuring identity verification to prevent illegal activities, enhance security, and comply with regulations. It fosters trust in digital transactions.

DAO

A Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) uses smart contracts on a blockchain for collective decision-making, enabling transparency, decentralization, and community-driven governance.

Zero-Knowledge Proof

Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) enable one party to prove knowledge of information without disclosing it. Key benefits include enhanced privacy, trustless verification, and applications in cryptocurrencies and identity systems.

Replay Attack

A replay attack in cryptocurrency occurs when an attacker duplicates a valid transaction from one blockchain to another, potentially leading to unauthorized fund transfers and security breaches.

Do Kwon

Do Kwon is a South Korean entrepreneur and co-founder of Terraform Labs, known for creating the Terra blockchain and its algorithmic stablecoin, UST, which collapsed in 2022.

Gas

Gas is a critical metric in cryptocurrency, especially on networks like Ethereum, dictating transaction costs and smart contract execution. Understanding gas pricing helps users navigate fees effectively.

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