Kraken, are you still opening new accounts? Ticket #1263227... I’ve gotten the standard response. I really want to use kraken because my friend recommended ...I’m missing out on this this ripple wave.please help me get verified.... after I’m verified and deposit funds do I have another waiting period before the funds are available to place a buy ?

I'm having same problem "feature disabled"...have my account setup but have been waiting for verification over a week, and have escalated my tickets.
Is there another trading platform to buy ripple that is reputable? I've just heard from others that kraken is the best.