CoinDesk Podcast Network Ripple Doubles Down on Institutional Derivatives After $3T Year | CoinDesk Daily
Mar 6, 2026
Ripple expands institutional access by adding Coinbase-listed crypto futures to its trading platform. The SEC settles with a major crypto figure, including financial penalties and legal fallout. Vancouver debates whether municipal reserves or payments can involve Bitcoin, exploring practical workarounds.
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Ripple Expands Institutional Futures On Ripple Prime
- Ripple Prime now offers Coinbase Derivatives futures, expanding institutional derivatives access to Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, and XRP.
- The move follows a $3 trillion clearing year and leverages Hidden Road acquisition to onboard regulated futures for clients.
Hidden Road Acquisition Powers Ripple's Clearing Muscle
- Ripple built this expansion largely on the back of Hidden Road, the prime broker it bought for $1.25 billion.
- That acquisition underpins Ripple Prime's capacity to clear massive volumes and offer full-range regulated futures.
Justin Sun Settles With SEC For $10 Million
- The SEC reached a settlement with Justin Sun and his companies, requiring Rainberry Inc. to pay a $10 million fine.
- Remaining claims were dismissed with prejudice, ending that specific regulatory battle under new SEC leadership.