Ripple + Hyperliquid: When Institutions Go Rogue (in a Good Way)

Ripple Prime, the fancy suit of the crypto world, just invited Hyperliquid to its exclusive party, letting institutions dip their toes into onchain derivatives without spilling their champagne.

Apparently, institutions are suddenly very into onchain derivatives, like they just discovered a new flavor of artisanal cheese. And Ripple, ever the gracious host, has rolled out the red carpet with a shiny new update to its prime brokerage platform.

So now, Hyperliquid-the cool, decentralized kid on the block-is rubbing shoulders with Ripple Prime’s fancy clients. Institutions can finally access onchain liquidity while keeping their beloved risk and margin systems. Because, you know, change is scary.

Ripple Prime: The DeFi Bouncer You Didn’t Know You Needed

On February 4, 2026, Ripple Prime officially gave Hyperliquid the nod. Yes, it’s like when your cool aunt finally approves of your indie band-except with more blockchain and fewer awkward family dinners.

This integration means institutions can now strut into the DeFi club without looking like they’re lost tourists. It’s all very seamless, very chic, and very “we’ve been doing this for years.”

Clients can now cross-margin across asset classes like they’re juggling flaming torches. Digital assets, FX, fixed income-it’s all in there. And now, DeFi exposure? Sure, why not. It’s like adding a dash of truffle oil to your financial portfolio.

GBBC member has added support for Hyperliquid to its platform, enabling institutional clients to access on-chain derivatives liquidity within a unified prime brokerage framework.

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– Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) (@GBBC_io)

Ripple promises a single counterparty structure for all your trading needs. It’s like having a personal assistant who also does magic tricks. Institutions can go full DeFi while keeping their centralized control freak tendencies intact.

Tools for Institutions Who Still Use Fax Machines

Ripple insists this upgrade lets institutions play with Hyperliquid using risk controls they’ve had since the Clinton administration. It’s like giving them a smartphone but letting them keep their flip phone for emergencies.

Michael Higgins, International CEO of Ripple Prime, said this move will “enhance liquidity access.” Translation: Institutions can now trade like it’s 2026, not 1996. He also mentioned something about efficiency, which we all know is just code for “less paperwork.”

The platform supports consolidated margin across all assets, because who doesn’t love a good spreadsheet? Clients can manage everything in one place, reducing capital needs and simplifying exposure tracking. It’s like Marie Kondo for your portfolio.

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Ripple: The Ultimate Financial Wingman

Ripple says adding Hyperliquid is part of their grand plan to be the ultimate liquidity matchmaker. Centralized, decentralized-they’re not picky. As long as institutions are swiping right on DeFi, Ripple’s here to make it happen.

Hyperliquid, with its lightning-fast trading and heavy flow support, is like the cool bartender who knows your drink order before you do. Institutions can finally trade in a decentralized environment without feeling like they’re at a rave.

And let’s not forget Ripple’s roots-founded in 2012, they’ve been serving blockchain-based solutions for payments, liquidity, and more. XRP, RLUSD stablecoin-it’s all part of their global value movement. Think of them as the Swiss Army knife of finance.

So, institutions, grab your metaphorical dancing shoes. The DeFi floor is open, and Ripple’s got the playlist.