Ripple is rapidly strengthening its custody platform as regulated institutions push deeper into crypto, rolling out new security, compliance, and staking capabilities designed to accelerate deployment and unlock broader digital asset exposure.
On February 9, 2026, blockchain solutions provider Ripple announced a series of strategic collaborations that expand Ripple Custody, with a focus on security, compliance, and staking for regulated financial institutions. The moves come as institutional demand for compliant digital asset infrastructure continues to accelerate while custody platforms mature.
Partnership with Securosys: Enhanced HSM Security and Key Control
Ripple partnered with security technology firm Securosys to integrate CyberVault HSM and CloudHSM capabilities into Ripple Custody. Institutions can now deploy hardware security module-based custody either on-premises or in the cloud without traditional cost or complexity barriers. “By integrating our CyberVault HSM with Ripple Custody, institutions gain an out-of-the-box, enterprise-grade solution that can be deployed quickly, without added complexity, while retaining full control over their cryptographic keys,” said Robert Rogenmoser, CEO of Securosys. He described the integration as providing direct cryptographic key control alongside scalable, cost-effective deployment, while supporting compliance across multiple regulatory jurisdictions through one of the broadest ranges of HSM providers supported by a custody platform.
Partnership with Figment: Staking Integration for Institutional Workflows
Ripple also expanded institutional functionality by partnering with Figment to introduce staking within custody workflows. Through the collaboration, banks, custodians, and regulated enterprises can offer staking for leading proof-of-stake networks, including Ethereum and Solana, without building or managing validator infrastructure or compromising operational controls. “By combining Ripple’s enterprise-grade custody technology with Figment’s secure, non-custodial staking platform, we’re giving regulated institutions a way to offer staking rewards to their customers on several blockchain networks,” said Ben Spiegelman, Figment’s vice president and head of partnerships and corporate development. The staking integration allows institutions to expand product offerings while maintaining enterprise-grade security, governance, and compliance standards.
Comprehensive Upgrade: Reducing Tech Fragmentation
These updates follow Ripple’s acquisition of Palisade, which supports faster wallet delivery and scalability for fintechs and institutions, and the integration of Chainalysis tools that enable real-time transaction screening and policy enforcement before assets move. Ripple senior vice president of product Aaron Slettehaugh described the combined security, compliance, and staking enhancements as a way to reduce fragmented technology stacks and help institutions deploy digital asset services faster while scaling with confidence. Together, the additions reinforce Ripple Custody’s positioning as a developing custody solution for regulated financial institutions seeking future secure exposure to XRP-native crypto markets and broader digital assets.
FAQ: Quick Answers to Key Questions
- What is Ripple Custody designed for? It provides regulated financial institutions with secure, compliant digital asset custody and related services.
- How does the Securosys partnership enhance Ripple Custody? It adds CyberVault HSM and CloudHSM options for stronger cryptographic key control and compliance.
- What does the Figment integration enable? It allows institutions to offer staking for networks like Ethereum and Solana within custody workflows.
- Why is Ripple integrating Chainalysis and Palisade? To support real-time transaction screening, faster wallet delivery, and scalable institutional operations.