Kinetiq Launches iHYPE with Hyperion DeFi as First Institutional Staker
Kinetiq Launches iHYPE with Hyperion DeFi as First Institutional Staker
🏦 Institutions Enter The HYPE
Kinetiq has launched iHYPE, a compliant liquid staking infrastructure for institutions. Key developments:
- Hyperion DeFi becomes first institutional staker on iHYPE platform
- Infrastructure built on same architecture as kHYPE, which reached $1.3B+ TVL in first month
- Flowdesk joins as staking partner, offering clients HYPE exposure via private, risk-isolated rails
- Platform designed specifically for regulated entities
The launch marks a significant step in providing institutional access to Hyperliquid's DeFi ecosystem through compliant channels.
iHYPE is now live. @HyperionDeFi becomes the first institution to stake HYPE through Kinetiq’s compliant liquid staking infrastructure, marking a major milestone for institutional access to Hyperliquid’s DeFi ecosystem. Heavily iHYPE coded.
Last week, we announced iHYPE. @HyperionDeFi became the first institution to stake HYPE through our compliant liquid staking infrastructure — built on the same battle-tested architecture that hit $1.3b+ TVL in its first month with kHYPE. iHYPE coded. globenewswire.com/news-release/2…
New iHYPE staking partner: @flowdesk_co Flowdesk joins Kinetiq’s institutional staking network, leveraging iHYPE's fully compliant LST infrastructure. Their clients gain scalable HYPE exposure via private, risk-isolated rails built for regulated entities. Heavily iHYPE coded.
ASXN Joins iHYPE as New Validator, Expanding Institutional Staking Options
**Key Updates:** - ASXN validator (@asxn_r) joins iHYPE platform for institutional HYPE staking - Follows recent launch with Hyperion DeFi as first institutional depositor - Built on same architecture as kHYPE, which reached $1.3B+ TVL in first month Institutional depositors can now delegate to ASXN validator through compliant liquid staking infrastructure. This expansion addresses growing institutional demand for HYPE staking solutions. [Learn more about iHYPE launch](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/08/14/3133632/0/en/Kinetiq-Announces-iHYPE-Launch-with-Hyperion-DeFi-as-First-Institutional-Depositor.html)
vkHYPE Pool Launch on Pendle
Pendle Finance has expanded its offerings with the launch of a new vkHYPE pool. This development follows recent integration efforts with kHYPE protocols. Key updates: - New vkHYPE pool now operational - Builds on previous kHYPE implementation - Integration with Pendle's existing infrastructure The launch represents a strategic expansion of Pendle's liquidity options, providing users with additional yield opportunities.