{"id":56491,"date":"2025-11-04T02:01:50","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T02:01:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=56491"},"modified":"2025-11-04T02:01:50","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T02:01:50","slug":"ripple-prime-launches-spot-crypto-trading-for-institutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=56491","title":{"rendered":"Ripple Prime Launches Spot Crypto Trading for Institutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Clients using Ripple Prime can now dive into spot trading with a wide selection of cryptocurrencies. This shift marks a new chapter for Ripple\u2019s institutional offering, which previously focused on over-the-counter services and derivatives. Now, Ripple Prime is stepping out from the background and into the main arena of live crypto markets.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">From Contracts to Coins<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What makes this update significant is that institutions no longer need to rely on contracts or swaps to gain exposure to crypto. They can now buy and sell the actual coins themselves. Before this move, most prime brokers catered to derivatives and structured products. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Brian Quintenz is the right person for the complex derivatives markets the CFTC oversees. For crypto, he is uniquely positioned to deliver on a new area of agency responsibility. I\u2019m proud to have worked with him on issues and to call him a friend. It\u2019s time to confirm BQ. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/umqOorK4tm\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/t.co\/umqOorK4tm<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Greg Xethalis (@xethalis) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/xethalis\/status\/1958282351072719302?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">August 20, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ripple Prime offers spot access, meaning<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0fewer middle steps and more direct ownership.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> That\u2019s a big deal for institutions <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">that have<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> been cautious about diving into crypto due to unclear systems or security gaps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A Big Buyout with Bigger Plans<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This evolution stems from Ripple\u2019s acquisition of Hidden Road, a move that cost $1.25 billion. Hidden Road wasn\u2019t small either. It was already generating approximately $3 trillion per year for institutional clients, with services spanning from forex to futures. Now that Ripple has integrated it under the Ripple Prime brand, it\u2019s rolling out a broader toolkit. Spot trading is the latest piece of that puzzle, giving clients a one-stop solution for both crypto and traditional assets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>DISCOVER: <a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/high-risk-high-reward-crypto\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">9+ Best High-Risk, High-Reward Crypto to Buy in November2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Eyes on Wall Street<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This new access point could attract hedge funds, trading desks <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> large institutions that have been circling crypto without diving in. Some may have held back due to poor infrastructure or unreliable trade execution. If Ripple Prime can prove it handles both traditional and crypto markets with the same consistency, it might start pulling in serious volume. That kind of momentum could push other platforms to step up or risk falling behind.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What to Watch Going Forward<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are still some details that need close attention. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Custody and settlement processes will be critical, especially for institutions that <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">demand<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> clean <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> secure operations.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Traders will also want to know which assets are supported and how competitive Ripple Prime\u2019s pricing will be. <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"chart crypto-chart-instance\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536\" data-coin-id=\"xrp\">\n<div class=\"chart__header\">\n<div class=\"chart__info\">\n<div class=\"chart__info-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<img id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-chart__info-icon-img\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"chart__info-name\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-chart__info-name\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"chart__info-symbol\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-chart__info-symbol\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"chart__info-current\">\n<div class=\"chart__info-price\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-chart__info-price\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"chart__info-change\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-chart__info-change\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"chart__info-extra\">\n<div class=\"chart__info-label\">Market Cap<\/div>\n<div class=\"chart__info-marketcap\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-chart__info-marketcap\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"chart__controls\">\n<div class=\"chart__controls-group\">\n\t\t\t\t<button class=\"chart__button chart__button--24h\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-btn-24h\">24h<\/button><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<button class=\"chart__button chart__button--7d\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-btn-7d\">7d<\/button><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<button class=\"chart__button chart__button--30d\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-btn-30d\">30d<\/button><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<button class=\"chart__button chart__button--1y\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-btn-1y\">1y<\/button><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<button class=\"chart__button chart__button--all-time\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-btn-all-time\">All Time<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"chart__container\">\n\t\t<canvas class=\"chart__canvas\" id=\"crypto_chart_6909541683536-cryptoChart\"><\/canvas>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Speed and reliability will make or break the rollout. And as always, regulation looms in the background. Any movement from lawmakers could affect how this service scales.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bridging Two Financial Worlds<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This launch points to something larger. The wall separating crypto and traditional finance is getting lower. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When a single platform <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">can offer<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> both spot crypto trading and prime brokerage services, the transition into digital assets becomes <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">less complicated<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> for institutions.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> That could bring more capital into the market, drive deeper liquidity, and slowly push crypto toward greater maturity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>DISCOVER: <a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/next-1000x-crypto\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Next 1000X Crypto: 10+ Crypto Tokens That Can Hit 1000x in 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Bigger Picture<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By letting its clients trade spot crypto directly, Ripple Prime is pushing the space forward. It shows how far crypto infrastructure has come and hints that big players no longer want to be locked into only derivatives. This change could reshape expectations across the industry and influence how other financial institutions approach crypto access <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">in the future<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DISCOVER:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/next-crypto-to-explode\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/discord.gg\/B7Uk6agkqj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Join The 99Bitcoins News Discord Here For The Latest Market Updates<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways\">\n<h2 class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__title\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list\">\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n        Ripple Prime has expanded beyond over-the-counter and derivatives trading, now offering direct spot crypto trading for institutional clients.    <\/li>\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n        Institutions can buy and sell actual cryptocurrencies through Ripple Prime, eliminating the need for swaps or synthetic exposure.    <\/li>\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n        The move follows Ripple\u2019s $1.25 billion acquisition of Hidden Road, a major clearing firm handling $3 trillion annually across multiple asset classes.    <\/li>\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n        This expansion could attract hedge funds and large institutions seeking reliable, regulated access to both crypto and traditional markets under one roof.    <\/li>\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n        Ripple Prime\u2019s success will depend on strong custody systems, transparent pricing, and regulatory clarity as it bridges crypto with Wall Street.    <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/news\/altcoins\/ripple-prime-launches-spot-crypto-trading-for-institutions\/\">Ripple Prime Launches Spot Crypto Trading for Institutions<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/\">99Bitcoins<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Clients using Ripple Prime can now dive into spot trading with a wide selection of cryptocurrencies. 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