Ripple has taken another major step in expanding its institutional offerings in the United States. The company announced the launch of its digital asset spot prime brokerage capabilities under Ripple Prime, marking a key moment for U.S.-based institutional access to cryptocurrencies such as XRP and the Ripple-issued stablecoin RLUSD.
Ripple shared a post on its official X account highlighting that Ripple Prime now allows clients to execute over-the-counter (OTC) spot transactions across leading digital assets and stablecoins.
The post linked to Ripple’s official press release, which confirmed that this launch enables institutional clients in the U.S. to trade and manage digital asset portfolios with advanced tools designed for efficiency and security.
Ripple Prime breaks ground in the US today with the launch of digital asset spot prime brokerage capabilities – allowing clients to execute OTC spot transactions across the most prominent digital assets and stablecoins, including $XRP and $RLUSD. https://t.co/zTYb4MrPX4
— Ripple (@Ripple) November 3, 2025
Expanding Ripple Prime’s Capabilities
This launch comes after the company acquired multi-asset prime brokerage Hidden Road, which was rebranded to Ripple Prime. With this acquisition completed in October 2025, Ripple integrated Hidden Road’s licenses and operations, and this integration provides Ripple Prime’s institutional clients with new access to OTC spot execution and enhanced cross-asset trading opportunities.
According to the release, the integration enables institutions to seamlessly access foreign exchange, digital assets, derivatives, swaps, and fixed income markets. Ripple emphasized that the U.S. rollout of these features is designed to meet the needs of professional clients seeking more robust digital asset infrastructure.
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Strengthening XRP’s Institutional Presence
Ripple’s entry into the U.S. prime brokerage market strengthens XRP’s role in institutional finance. Through Ripple Prime, large investors can now trade XRP and RLUSD via OTC spot transactions alongside other major digital assets.
Michael Higgins, International CEO of Ripple Prime, said the launch “complements our existing suite of OTC and cleared derivatives services” and provides U.S. institutions with comprehensive trading options. Ripple Prime also allows clients to cross-margin OTC spot holdings with CME futures and options, enhancing liquidity and risk management.
A New Phase for Ripple in the U.S. Market
Ripple’s launch of U.S. prime brokerage services marks a key step in expanding its institutional offerings. By integrating XRP and RLUSD, Ripple connects its payment and custody solutions with a unified digital asset trading platform.
Through Ripple Prime, the company supports institutional cross-border and domestic activities, aiming to make traditional finance “more efficient and enable new ways to utilize digital assets,” as it continues advancing blockchain integration.
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