Hyperliquid’s USDH Stablecoin and HYPE to Launch on Kraken; Here’s All You Need to Know!

Hyperliquid USDH Stablecoin and HYPE token may land on Kraken soon. Could Paxos Lab plan reshape the future of DeFi?
By Jane Lubale
Updated: 11 Sep, 2025 | 10:39:55 AM GMT
Hyperliquid’s USDH Stablecoin and HYPE to Launch on Kraken;

Highlights

  • Kraken may list Hyperliquid’s USDH stablecoin and HYPE token pending approval.
  • Paxos proposes issuing USDH with buybacks to boost HYPE value.
  • Hyperliquid dominates DeFi perps with 70% market share and $383B volume.

Crypto exchange, Kraken, has announced its intention to list Hyperliquid USDH stablecoin and HYPE token. These tokens could start trading on the first day of their launch. This move has been confirmed by Paxos Labs, an established stablecoin issuer and one of the contenders for the USDH issuer. Let’s break down the details and why it matters.

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What Are Hyperliquid USDH Stablecoin and HYPE?

Hyperliquid recently launched USDH, its native dollar-pegged stablecoin. It is unique among other stablecoins for its focus on boosting liquidity and adoption within the Hyperliquid ecosystem. Having managed over $160 billion in tokenized assets, Paxos is pushing its proposal to issue USDH.

It proposes allocating 95% of the USDH reserve interest to buy back HYPE tokens and redistributing value to protocols, users, and validators. In case the stablecoin replaces the $5.5 billion worth of USDC currently deposited on Hyperliquid, buybacks could generate nearly $191 million annually.

On the other hand, HYPE, Hyperliquid’s native token, is currently trading around $55 in the past 24 hours. It experienced a slight increase in value by about 0.58%.

HYPE Token One-Day Price chart
HYPE Token One-Day Price chart (Source: CoinMarketCap)

The token is used for governance and voting rights on decisions such as the rollout of USDH. Since Paxos is already providing the backend for PayPal and Venmo’s crypto services, integrating HYPE could ease trading, boost liquidity, and enhance institutional access.

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Hyperliquid USDH Stablecoin Listing: Why It Matters

Two key factors highlight why this listing is important.:

Hyperliquid Rapid Growth

Hyperliquid has quickly risen to be dominant in DeFi, with a 70% share of the perpetual futures market. Last month, it recorded approximately $383 billion in trading volume. Traders favour Hyperliquid for its efficient on-chain order book and zero gas fees. Kraken’s move to list USDH and HYPE, with free USD on/off ramps, could attract more users, boosting its adoption.

Paxos’s Competitive Edge

Paxos is a top contender for the Hyperliquid USDH Stablecoin issuer bid. Should Kraken list Paxos-issued USDH, it could boost its winning chances against its competitors, such as Agora and Frax Finance. Recently, it updated its proposal to include a $20 million incentive program and integrations with PayPal and Venmo.

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Final Thoughts: What’s Next?

Kraken will review Hyperliquid’s USDH Stablecoin and HYPE for compliance and stability. If approved, the tokens will join Kraken’s trading platform, connecting directly to Hyperliquid’s mainstream finance. As USDH focuses on driving liquidity and HYPE for buybacks and governments, this launch could reshape DeFi in a big way.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is USDH?

USDH is Hyperliquid’s stablecoin, pegged to the U.S. dollar and designed to increase liquidity within its ecosystem.

2. What is HYPE’s purpose?

HYPE is Hyperliquid’s governance token, enabling validator voting and benefiting from USDH buyback incentives.

3. Why does Kraken’s potential listing matter?

It could give Hyperliquid wider exposure, free USD ramps, and institutional access via Paxos’s PayPal and Venmo integrations.
Jane Lubale
Jane Lubale is a crypto journalist and SEO content writer at CoinGape, with a strong focus on blockchain, cryptocurrency, FinTech, and Web3 narratives. With 4+ years of experience in the digital finance space, she is known for producing in-depth, well-researched content that bridges technical accuracy with reader-friendly clarity. Jane holds a Master’s in Business Administration, and a degree in Marketing, and blends this background with her passion for market research and digital marketing to deliver engaging price analysis, thought leadership, and educational content. Her work has also been published in leading crypto media such as Insidebitcoin , where she has contributed to the growing conversation around decentralized technologies. With 5+ years of experience in Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Jane's writing is driven by a mission to educate and empower readers with insights that cut through hype and deliver true value. She achieves this in the form of trading strategies, regulatory updates, or blockchain adoption trends. Away from the keyboard, Jane is a proud mother of three boys and is often found mentoring young people on career paths, personal development, and life choices, as well supporting needy teens complete school. She holds modest investments in cryptocurrency, reflecting her belief in the future of digital finance.
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