Schwab to Launch Bitcoin, Ether Trading in 2026

Financial services giant Charles Schwab is preparing to enter the cryptocurrency trading market, announcing plans to launch spot trading for Bitcoin and Ether in the first half of 2026. With nearly $12 trillion in client assets under management, Schwab's move signifies a significant step towards mainstream adoption of digital assets within traditional finance. The company is offering early access subscriptions for its new Schwab Crypto account, signaling a strategic expansion into the burgeoning crypto space.