Payward, the company behind crypto exchange Kraken, has partnered with the US government's Tech Force initiative to inject blockchain-grade cybersecurity into federal technology modernization efforts. The Tech Force recruits elite engineers for two-year deployments across key government areas, including AI, cybersecurity, data systems, and blockchain infrastructure.
This collaboration places Payward’s seasoned engineers inside federal agencies on critical projects – from Treasury financial networks to defense technology – aiming to upgrade and future-proof systems under constant threat of cyberattack. The government’s push to modernize tech is no longer optional; it’s essential for maintaining economic stability and public confidence in civic institutions.
Arjun Sethi, Co-CEO of Kraken and Payward, emphasized the importance of resilient, transparent infrastructure at sovereign scale. “We’re deploying our battle-tested teams to build systems that don’t just resist attacks but guarantee transparency and efficiency through blockchain-based applications,” he said. They also plan to recruit top talent emerging from the Tech Force back into private-sector roles, blending public priorities with decentralized innovation.
Payward joins other private players in a broader, cross-agency effort geared toward security-first engineering that delivers tangible results. The initiative aims to create a two-way talent pipeline, ensuring federal systems benefit from innovations tested in the private crypto sphere while providing engineers with high-level government experience.
With cyber threats evolving, the federal government’s embrace of crypto-grade security frameworks marks a significant shift in how infrastructure integrity is maintained. Payward’s involvement indications confidence in blockchain technology’s role beyond financial markets and into the backbone of national infrastructure.
Next milestones to watch include updates on specific agency deployments and any legislative or funding developments affecting the Tech Force’s scale and scope. The partnership could set a precedent for how blockchain expertise is deployed in public sector technology upgrades nationwide.
Payward teams with US Tech Force to deliver blockchain security for federal systems
Payward and Kraken are joining a US government tech initiative to provide crypto-grade security and blockchain expertise for federal modernization. This partnership aims to enhance resilient and transparent infrastructure with top engineering talent.