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Hyperliquid Seeks US Compliance Path via Licensed Intermediaries for Perpetual Contracts

Original sourceMemeburn

Summary

Decentralized perpetual exchange Hyperliquid is engaging with the CFTC and SEC, attempting to allow licensed US companies to offer perpetual contracts, using licensed intermediaries as onshore access points while Hyperliquid handles execution, clearing, and settlement. This follows the CFTC's May a…

Key points

  • Traders and developers can observe how DEXs operate compliantly in the US, impacting market structure.
  • Hyperliquid's compliance path may serve as a model for other DEXs, affecting the US crypto derivatives market.
  • If successful, US investors will be able to participate in decentralized perpetuals through compliant channels, potentially altering liquidity and regulatory frameworks.

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