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CFTC-regulated spot margin trading is now live on Kraken Pro
TL;DR
US retail traders can now access spot margin trading on Kraken Pro; this is regulated spot margin trading in the US.
Spot margin means borrowing against your crypto holdings without selling them.
Your spot margin fee is shown before you confirm. Your liquidation price and available margin are visible the moment your position opens.
Start small. The mechanics reward discipline, not size.
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