Last updated on January 2nd, 2026 at 07:31 pm
Quick Breakdown
- Ripple teams up with TJM to expand regulated institutional crypto and FX OTC trading.
- Partnership targets deeper liquidity and improved execution for XRP and other digital assets.
- The move aligns with Ripple’s broader push into tokenization, payments, and institutional market infrastructure.
Ripple partners with TJM to scale institutional OTC trading
Ripple has entered into a strategic partnership with Chicago-based brokerage firm TJM to strengthen its institutional trading and liquidity services, particularly in over-the-counter (OTC) markets for digital assets and foreign exchange. The alliance is designed to give hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other professional clients access to deeper liquidity pools and more efficient execution when trading XRP and other cryptocurrencies.
Big news from Ripple
They’re deepening their partnership with TJM (a regulated institutional broker) by investing in them and powering better trade execution & clearing services through Ripple Prime.
What does this mean?
Easier, more efficient access to markets including…— 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸XRP (@BankXRP) December 19, 2025
TJM brings decades of experience in brokerage and market-making to Ripple’s existing institutional product stack, which already spans cross-border payments, on‑demand liquidity, and tokenization infrastructure. By combining TJM’s capabilities with Ripple’s technology and balance sheet, the firms aim to make large‑ticket trades more seamless for clients that require execution across both traditional and crypto markets. This step reinforces Ripple’s shift from a retail‑focused narrative toward serving regulated institutions and capital markets participants.
Institutional demand grows as tokenization narrative builds
The Ripple-TJM partnership enhances institutional access to digital assets, addressing the growing demand from firms seeking regulated OTC execution to minimize market impact. Ripple is focusing its enterprise products on settling tokenized assets, FX, and stablecoins on blockchain rails. Recent developments, such as new crypto ETPs and bank tokenization pilots, underscore the need for infrastructure that bridges traditional finance with on-chain liquidity. Institutional clients now expect robust compliance, reporting, risk controls, and competitive pricing when accessing crypto markets.
Meanwhile, Ripple’s partnership with AMINA Bank integrates traditional finance and blockchain settlement. Using Ripple’s infrastructure, the bank offers seamless digital asset and cross-border stablecoin payments (like RLUSD) under strict regulatory oversight. This collaboration grants AMINA Bank access to 90% of daily global foreign exchange markets, boosting international payout speed and efficiency. The report highlights increasing institutional crypto adoption and Ripple’s stronger regulatory position, notably its expanded licensing in Singapore.
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