Ethereum: Valid asset_pair for Kraken.com

Ethereum: A Valid Asset Pair for Kraken.com

Since you are using the Kraken API, it is essential to ensure that your requests are compatible with their asset pair support. In this article, we will explore the asset pairs supported for Ethereum on Kraken.

Supported Asset Pairs

Kraken currently supports a variety of Ethereum-based assets:

• Ethereum Classic (ETC)

  : A proof-of-work blockchain that uses Ethash as its consensus algorithm.

• Ethereum Token (ETH): The native cryptocurrency of the Ethereum network, used for transaction fees and governance.

• USDT: Tether (USDT) is a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar that provides a fixed value.

• DAI: The DeFi (decentralized finance) DAI protocol is supported on Kraken.

Querying asset pairs

To get started with your requests, you can use the following syntax:

query_public('Ticker', {'pair': 'XETHZEUR'})

This will return the ticker information for Ethereum relative to the Euro. Replace XETHZEUR with another supported asset pair.

Example Use Cases

• To get the current price of Ethereum in USDT, you can use:

query_public('Ticker', {'pair': 'USDT'})

query_public('Ticker', {'pair': 'ETH'})

API Documentation

For more information on supported asset pairs and request parameters, please refer to the official Kraken API documentation:

Please note that this list is subject to change as new assets are added or removed from support. Always check the Kraken API documentation for the most up-to-date information.

By using the supported asset pair for Ethereum on Kraken, you can ensure seamless integration with their platform and take advantage of its features. Happy trading!