Ripple Prime, a major non-bank prime brokerage firm acquired by Ripple in 2025, has been shortlisted for several ‘Prime Broker of the Year’ awards at the Hedge Week US Awards 2026. Categories include Client Service, Specialist Markets, Start-up & Emerging Managers, and Technology. CEO Mike Higgins highlighted the firm’s growth, driven by innovations like the Ripple USD stablecoin and expanded client base including hedge funds and asset managers. Voting is now open, and Ripple Prime seeks community support to win these recognitions, reflecting its rising influence in the financial services sector.