Hyperliquid Launches DeFi Policy Center to Influence US Crypto Regulation

Decentralized trading platform Hyperliquid has launched a new advocacy arm in Washington, DC, aimed at shaping US policy around decentralized finance and blockchain-based financial infrastructure. The newly formed Hyperliquid Policy Center will focus on promoting regulatory clarity, particularly for perpetual derivatives and onchain trading markets.

The initiative will be led by Jake Chervinsky, a veteran digital asset lawyer who previously held senior roles at Variant and the Blockchain Association. The group says its mission is to advance a clear regulatory pathway that enables decentralized finance to grow within the United States.

Funding, Token Support and Legislative Backdrop

The Hyper Foundation has committed 1 million HYPE tokens to fund the center’s launch. Hyperliquid, known for its perpetual futures exchange model, has gained traction as traders increasingly seek alternatives to traditional markets.

Hyperliquid co founder and CEO Jeff Yan said on X ;

The policy push comes as Congress debates legislation to define regulatory oversight for crypto markets. Proposed rules covering stablecoins and broader digital asset supervision remain stalled in the Senate, reflecting ongoing disagreements between lawmakers and industry stakeholders. Hyperliquid executives describe the current environment as a pivotal moment for determining how blockchain-based financial systems will be regulated in the US.

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