Kraken Enables USDCx Deposits and Withdrawals on Aleo Network
The launch brings private, programmable stablecoin transactions to Aleo users with USDC-backed USDCx now active through Kraken.

Kraken supports deposits and withdrawals of USDCx on Aleo. USDCx is a private, programmable stablecoin backed 1:1 by USDC, launched on the Aleo network.
Kraken has announced that deposits and withdrawals for USDCx on the Aleo network are now live, marking a significant step in private stablecoin use on programmable blockchain platforms. USDCx is a privacy-focused, dollar-pegged stablecoin fully backed 1:1 by USDC, combining transparency of backing with enhanced transaction privacy on Aleo. With this integration, Kraken users can seamlessly transfer USDC into USDCx on Aleo, taking advantage of its programmable and confidential features. This development comes as Aleo positions itself as a platform for private decentralized applications, and USDCx expands the reach of dollar-denominated stablecoins within privacy-centric ecosystems. For users, the ability to deposit and withdraw USDCx via a major exchange like Kraken simplifies access and liquidity for this emerging asset class. Future updates from Kraken and Aleo will likely focus on expanding the use cases and interoperability of USDCx within decentralized finance and privacy-focused applications.
Method note
Information derived from Kraken's official blog post published on September 16, 2026.
Sources
- Kraken Blog2026-09-16T17:25:17.000Z
