Hyperliquid opens low-latency data access under $1K

Hyperliquid opened access to its Foundation operated low latency data infrastructure to qualified third party infrastructure providers on Aug. 12, creating a cheaper route for trading firms and developers that previously faced demanding direct access requirements. Summary Hyperliquid opened Foundation low-latency node access to qualified infrastructure providers under a standardized pricing model. Provider pricing is currently indicated below $1,000 monthly, covering computing resources and outbound network traffic. Qualified providers need one year operating history, 100 customers, five networks, and 99.9% availability levels. Direct Foundation access previously required staking 10,000 HYPE and Tier 1 maker rebate qualification status. Providers may not offer faster dedicated lines to individual market makers under Foundation access rules. The new provider model uses a current reference price below $1,000 per month for access, covering compute and outbound traffic. The change applies specifically to connectivity with the Hyper Foundation’s non validating node. Running an independent non validating node has always been permissionless, according to Hyperliquid’s documentation. Direc...