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WhiteBIT, the largest European cryptocurrency exchange by traffic, announces that its native WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) is now trading on Kraken, one of the world’s long-standing crypto platforms. WBT trading is available on WBT/EUR and WBT/USD pairs, giving more traders worldwide access to the coin and reflecting the asset’s growing recognition in the market.

The listing marks a significant milestone for WhiteBIT, following rapid growth in 2025, during which WBT surged 160%, reaching an all-time-high of $64.11 and solidifying its position as the 11th-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization at $10.7 billion, according to CoinGecko.

"Listing WBT on Kraken represents a logical next step in the expansion of the WhiteBIT ecosystem," said Volodymyr Nosov, Founder and President of W Group, which WhiteBIT is a part of. “It reflects the momentum we’ve built through ecosystem growth, strategic partnerships, and increasing institutional visibility. It’s another important endorsement of WBT’s value and its role in the future of digital finance.”

This momentum has been powered by the expansion of the W Group ecosystem, which WhiteBIT is a part of, including:

High-profile partnerships, such as the collaboration with Juventus, making WhiteBIT the club’s Official Sleeve and Cryptocurrency Exchange Partner. Global market expansion, with new operations in South America and the United States. Strategic cooperation in the Middle East, including partnership with Saudi Arabia to develop blockchain infrastructure and CBDC framework. Institutional recognition, including WBT’s inclusion in the S&P Crypto Indices, reflecting the token’s growing liquidity and market relevance. Launched in 2022, WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) is the native utility token of the WhiteBIT platform. It offers significant advantages within the WhiteBIT exchange ecosystem, including reduced trading fees (up to 100% discount), increased referral bonuses (up to 50%), and free daily withdrawals. Users also gain from free AML checks, staking rewards up to 22.1%, and exclusive access to new projects via the WhiteBIT Launchpad.

The addition of WBT to Kraken not only expands access for traders worldwide but also reinforces WhiteBIT’s commitment to developing a globally recognized exchange-native coin that delivers utility, liquidity, and long-term value.

About WhiteBIT

WhiteBIT is the largest European cryptocurrency exchange by traffic, offering over 900 trading pairs, 350+ assets, and supporting 8 fiat currencies. Founded in 2018, the platform is a part of W Group which serves more than 35 million customers globally. WhiteBIT collaborates with Visa, FACEIT, FC Juventus and the Ukrainian national football team. The company is dedicated to driving the widespread adoption of blockchain technology worldwide.

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WhiteBIT Coin surged nearly 8% on Wednesday, emerging as one of the top-performing crypto assets as fresh momentum followed a major partnership announcement.

Summary

WhiteBIT Coin rose nearly 8% after announcing a five-year partnership expansion with FC Barcelona, adding new utility via crypto-linked payment features. Deflationary tokenomics, including recent burns and a 33% fee-based buyback program, have supported price strength amid broader market weakness. WBT broke above the $55–$56 range and now eyes $58–$60 resistance, with $54–$55 acting as key support if momentum fades. The token jumped after WhiteBIT confirmed an expanded five-year collaboration with FC Barcelona, strengthening its presence in the global sports ecosystem. The deal introduces new utility features, including a themed WhiteBIT Nova debit card, aimed at integrating crypto payments into the club’s fan experience.

WBT has also continued to benefit from its earlier partnership with Juventus, which has historically supported price growth by boosting brand visibility and user adoption.

At the same time, the rally has been reinforced by strong tokenomics. WhiteBIT maintains a deflationary structure, with regular token burns reducing circulating supply. More than 64,000 WBT, worth around $3.5 million, were removed from circulation in late April, following another burn earlier in the month.

The exchange also allocates roughly 33% of its trading fees toward buybacks, further limiting sell-side pressure and supporting price stability during broader market weakness.

Market expansion efforts have added to the bullish momentum. WBT’s inclusion in S&P crypto indices has improved its institutional visibility, while a recent listing on Kraken has expanded access through new USD and EUR trading pairs.

A strategic cooperation with Saudi-based Durrah AlFodah Holding is also expected to support blockchain adoption initiatives in line with the country’s Vision 2030, potentially opening new growth avenues for the ecosystem.

On the daily chart, WBT has broken out of a consolidation range that had capped price action near the $55–$56 region in recent sessions. The breakout pushed the token to an intraday high near $58 before slightly easing.

WhiteBit Coin price, Supertrend chart — April 30 | Source: crypto.news Price is now trading above key moving averages, including the 20-day and 50-day levels, indicating strengthening short-term momentum. The Supertrend indicator has also flipped bullish, further supporting the upside bias.

If the breakout sustains, the next resistance zone appears near the $58–$60 region, where prior rejection levels are visible. A successful move above this range could open the door for a continuation toward higher levels.

However, if buying momentum fades, WBT could retest support near the $54–$55 zone, which now acts as a key level to watch.

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