Kraken has announced its integration with ICE Chat, the instant messaging platform of Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), to enhance its institutional over-the-counter (OTC) trading services. This integration allows institutional traders to connect directly with Kraken's OTC trading division, streamlining access to cryptocurrency liquidity in both spot and options markets. By embedding Kraken's OTC execution capabilities into existing institutional workflows, the move aims to lower entry barriers and improve trading efficiency.