Hidden Road, a crypto prime broker acquired by Ripple, has launched a new digital asset swaps prime brokerage service for U.S. institutional clients.
The service allows U.S.-based institutions to trade cash-settled OTC swaps for various digital assets through Hidden Road Partners CIV UK Ltd.
Hidden Road aims to fill the gap in the U.S. digital asset market by offering access to a wider range of products and solutions, including cross-margining and financing services.
The acquisition by Ripple for $1.25 billion is expected to boost Hidden Road's global expansion, while competition in the non-bank prime brokerage sector continues to grow.