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Trump Just Dropped A $12.2 Trillion Crypto Price Bombshell—Sending Bitcoin, Ethereum And XRP Sharply Higher
UNITED STATES, AUG 8 – The order directs regulators to ease rules for 401(k) plans, unlocking potential access to $6.12 trillion in retirement assets for private equity and cryptocurrencies, officials said.
- On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Department of Labor to reexamine fiduciary guidance for 401 plans, including private equity and cryptocurrencies.
- With recurring ERISA litigation risks, industry groups have lobbied for years to expand plan options, supporting the $5 trillion private equity and cryptocurrency sectors, according to recent moves.
- The U.S. retirement market holds over $12.5 trillion in 401 assets, and James Butterfill of CoinShares says this unlocks $8.7 trillion for crypto exposure.
- Following the order, investors reacted swiftly, with the CoinDesk 20 index rallying, but there is no immediate change in how people invest their retirement savings.
- Within the next 180 days, the Department of Labor must clarify fiduciary criteria, but it may take several years before crypto and private equity become mainstream in 401 plans.
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