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Charles Schwab starts direct trading in bitcoin and ethereum

U.S. brokerage Charles Schwab has begun offering spot trading in bitcoin and ethereum to U.S. retail clients through a new platform, Schwab Crypto, for eligible investors. Clients must open a separate crypto account linked to their existing brokerage account. Charles Schwab Premier Bank will provide custody, while Paxos supports trade execution under U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency oversight. Fees are 75 basis points, or 0.75 percent. The service launched nationwide except in New York and Louisiana.