Unit
Unit is an asset tokenization protocol seamlessly integrated with Hyperliquid. It creates bridges between major blockchains and Hyperliquid, enabling users to deposit and withdraw assets like BTC, ETH, and SOL directly to their Hyperliquid spot balance. Built exclusively for the Hyperliquid ecosystem by a team of experts from HRT, Jump, Fortress, and IDF cyber units, Unit enhances Hyperliquid's capabilities through:
A unified trading experience for both spot and derivatives markets
Multiple capital onramps from native chains to Hyperliquid
Portfolio margin for improved capital efficiency
On-chain spot-futures basis trades and options functionality
Verifiable treasury management for protocols and DAOs
How Unit Works
Unit operates through a decentralized Guardian network that bridges Hyperliquid with other blockchain networks:
Guardians are off-chain servers that run special software called "agents" to monitor blockchains
A leader Guardian organizes transactions while others verify them for accuracy
Each Guardian watches for new events (like deposits) using an "indexer" system
Guardians control wallets on both Hyperliquid and connected blockchains (like Bitcoin)
Important: At least 2 out of 3 Guardians must agree before any funds move between chains
Currently, three Guardians support the network: Unit, Hyperliquid, and Infinite Field. The off-chain nature of Guardians presents some centralization risks, but the system includes robust security measures:
Multi-signature requirements protect against single points of failure
Transactions are transparently recorded on both source and destination blockchains, making inconsistencies easily detectable
Encrypted communications between Guardians prevent interception of sensitive data
Secure storage of keys in specialized hardware environments (secure enclaves) defends against theft
Transaction logging with digital signatures creates an immutable audit trail
Additionally, Unit implements comprehensive compliance protocols including OFAC sanctions screening and geoblocking where required by regulations.
The security and decentralization model will continue to improve as more Guardians join the network and the system becomes more permissionless.
Fee Structure
Unit charges fees on deposits and withdrawals to cover network costs and operational expenses. Trading fees remain the same as Hyperliquid's standard fee structure. Notably, 100% of the seller fees assets (like BTC) are directed to the deployer address, providing a sustainable funding model for Unit's ongoing development and operation.
Roadmap
First Integration - Major crypto asset integration (BTC, ETH & SOL) ✅ completed on May 15, 2025
Integration of various assets from Ethereum and Solana chains
Addition of major blockchains to the network
Network decentralization with a permissionless Guardian system
Incidents
April 15, 2025: A Guardian went offline, causing latency in deposits and withdrawals.
Resources
All Unit functionality is integrated directly within Hyperliquid's interface
Additional deposit and withdrawal options are available through:
Developer API for direct programmatic access
Official documentation contains comprehensive details, including treasury addresses
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