Charles Schwab Expands Crypto Offerings with Solana, Avalanche, and Chainlink

Charles Schwab, a prominent financial services firm, is broadening its cryptocurrency trading platform to include three new digital assets: Solana (SOL), Avalanche (AVAX), and Chainlink (LINK). This addition follows the initial rollout of Schwab Crypto accounts, which began in May 2026 and already supports Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) trading.

Joe Vietri, Head of Digital Assets at Charles Schwab, emphasized that this expansion will provide clients with more choices for building their digital asset allocations. He stated, “These additions are consistent with our approach to provide clients with access to familiar cryptocurrencies backed by an ecosystem of education, tools, resources, and support.”

Schwab Crypto aims to integrate cryptocurrency trading with traditional investments, offering educational resources and 24/7 support. The platform charges trading fees of 75 basis points and is available through Charles Schwab Premier Bank SSB, subject to eligibility requirements and standard cryptocurrency risk disclosures.

Chainlink's Recent Integrations

In a related development, Chainlink has announced nine new integrations across five services and five blockchain networks, marking a significant week for its infrastructure expansion. Notable platforms such as Coinbase and Robinhood Crypto are among those integrating Chainlink's services, which include decentralized Data Feeds and the Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP).

The new integrations are expected to enhance applications involving wrapped assets and cross-chain features, highlighting Chainlink's role in providing critical price data for smart contracts. This consistent pattern of integrations, averaging nine to twelve per week, suggests a robust pipeline for Chainlink as it continues to expand its influence in the blockchain ecosystem.