Interactive Brokers has added 12 crypto tokens through Zerohash and Paxos and introduced USDC, PYUSD and RLUSD withdrawals, expanding its digital asset offering while maintaining low commissions and regional eligibility limits.
Interactive Brokers Adds 12 Crypto Tokens and Launches Stablecoin Withdrawals
Automated global broker Interactive Brokers Group (Nasdaq tickerNASDAQ:IBKR) announced on 2026-07-14 in Greenwich, Connecticut, that it had added nine cryptocurrency tokens through Zerohash and three through Paxos, while also introducing stablecoin withdrawals. Several media outlets described the expansion as the company’s most substantial digital asset initiative to date. (Source: Interactive Brokers, BUSINESS WIRE press release, published: 2026-07-14.)
According to the announcement, eligible clients can now withdraw US dollars from their accounts to external wallets by automatically converting the funds into one of three stablecoins. This extends the existing stablecoin deposit service to withdrawals. The three available stablecoins are Circle-issuedUSDC, PayPal USD (PYUSD) and Ripple USD (RLUSD).
New Token List and Division of Services Between Providers
The nine tokens added through Zerohash cover decentralised finance (DeFi) protocols, Layer 1 networks and real-world asset tokens, as detailed below:
Aave, Uniswap and Lido DAO: Tokens associated with decentralised finance protocols.
Aptos, Canton, Monad, NEAR Protocol and Plasma: Layer 1 network or infrastructure tokens.
Pax Gold (PAXG): Represents physical gold held in secure vaults and is the only real-world asset token in this group.
Aave, Uniswap and Pax Gold can also be purchased through Paxos Trust Company, creating access through two service providers. Interactive Brokers had already offered Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and several other tokens through the two providers. According to figures compiled by a cryptocurrency media outlet, the platform now lists approximately 20 crypto assets.
Fee Structure and Transfer Times
According to the press release, the broker charges cryptocurrency trading commissions of between 0.12% and 0.18% of the transaction value, subject to a minimum commission of US$1.75 per order, with no added spreads, mark-ups or custody fees. Stablecoin deposits and external transfers can be completed almost instantly and operate 24 hours a day, including weekends and public holidays, enabling clients to trade across 170 global markets.
Eligible clients can send and receive supported digital assets through custodial and non-custodial wallets. The platform integrates cryptocurrency trading with shares, options, futures, bonds, funds and prediction markets through a single interface. (Source: Interactive Brokers, BUSINESS WIRE press release, published: 2026-07-14, fees and transfers section.)
Management Comments and Share-Price Performance
Interactive Brokers Chief Executive Officer Milan Galik commented on the expansion.
“We believe digital assets should be integrated into clients’ broader financial experience rather than treated separately. As stablecoins become more widely used for payments and transfers, we remain committed to giving clients convenient access to digital assets alongside the extensive range of products, asset classes and global markets available through the Interactive Brokers platform.”
Interactive Brokers shares rose on the day of the announcement. According to intraday quotations reported by several financial media outlets, IBKR shares gained as much as approximately 2.2% to around US$95.62, approaching their 52-week high of US$97.84. The stock had risen by approximately 45.8% since the beginning of 2026. The table below summarises the principal business data associated with the announcement.
| Item | Figure | Details | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of token additions | 12 | Nine added through Zerohash and three through Paxos | 2026-07-14 |
| Cryptocurrency trading commission | 0.12%–0.18% | Minimum US$1.75 per order, with no added spreads or custody fees | 2026-07-14 |
| Daily average trades | 5.269 million | June 2026, up 53% year on year | 2026-06 |
| Client accounts | 5.185 million | Up 34% year on year | 2026-06 |
Regional Restrictions and Recent Developments
The services are not universally available across all subsidiaries. According to the announcement, clients of Interactive Brokers UK Limited and Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited cannot access two-way stablecoin funding services. Clients of Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited are also unable to access the newly added crypto assets. Availability of the new tokens may additionally be restricted by local regulatory frameworks.
In other recent developments, Interactive Brokers reported its trading metrics for June 2026, with daily average trades rising 53% year on year to 5.269 million and client accounts increasing 34% to 5.185 million. The company also expanded access to selected South Korean shares through Nextrade, South Korea’s first alternative trading system (ATS), and used smart-routing technology to optimise order execution. Across the broader brokerage industry, platforms including Coinbase, eToro and Robinhood have recently introduced artificial intelligence trading tools, reflecting the growing trend towards automation and technology integration across trading platforms. (Source: Interactive Brokers, June 2026 brokerage metrics disclosure, published: 2026-07-01.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Interactive Brokers’ Crypto Business
Which Crypto Tokens Has Interactive Brokers Added?
Nine were added through Zerohash: Aave, Aptos, Canton, Lido DAO, Monad, NEAR Protocol, Plasma, Pax Gold and Uniswap. Three were added through Paxos: Aave, Uniswap and Pax Gold. The two channels therefore account for 12 token additions in total.
How Does the Stablecoin Withdrawal Function Work?
Eligible clients can automatically convert US dollars held in their accounts into USDC, PYUSD or RLUSD and withdraw the stablecoins to an external wallet. The function expands the existing stablecoin deposit service, with deposits and transfers completed almost instantly, 24 hours a day, including weekends and public holidays.
How Are Cryptocurrency Trading Fees Calculated?
The broker charges a commission of between 0.12% and 0.18% of the transaction value, subject to a minimum commission of US$1.75 per order. It does not charge added spreads, mark-ups or custody fees. IBKR also imposes no additional fee on stablecoin transfers.
How Does Pax Gold Differ from the Other Tokens?
Pax Gold (PAXG) represents physical gold held in secure vaults and is the only real-world asset token among the newly added tokens. This distinguishes it from the other assets, which are primarily associated with decentralised finance protocols, Layer 1 networks or utility functions.
Which Clients Cannot Access the New Functions?
Clients of Interactive Brokers UK Limited and Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited cannot use the two-way stablecoin funding services. Clients of Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited are also unable to access the newly added crypto assets. Availability of the new tokens may be further restricted by local regulatory frameworks.
