Definition ∞ Prime brokerage access provides institutional clients with a suite of integrated services from a single provider, including trading, custody, financing, and operational support. This comprehensive offering streamlines complex financial operations for hedge funds and other large investors. It grants sophisticated market participants a centralized point of contact for their diverse financial needs. This access simplifies institutional engagement.
Context ∞ The expansion of prime brokerage access into the digital asset sector is a significant development for institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies. News often covers traditional financial firms or specialized crypto providers offering these services to attract large investors. This access signals increasing institutional maturity in the crypto market, providing more robust infrastructure for significant capital deployment and risk management.
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