Trump's Executive Order Expands 401(k) Investment Options On August 7, 2025, President Donald Trump will sign an executive order allowing 401(k) plans to include alternative investments like private equity, real estate, and cryptocurrencies. The order directs the U.S. Department of Labor to revise ERISA guidelines and clarify fiduciary duties for these new assets, per Bloomberg. Impact: This opens a $12 trillion retirement market to alternative asset firms, mainstreaming their products. Bitcoin (BTC) surged from $114,900 to $115,670 within an hour of the announcement, with futures open interest up 1.25% (CoinGlass data). However, regulatory changes may delay implementation until 2026, and plan sponsors will need time to adapt, per TD Cowen’s Jaret Seiberg.#CryptoIn401k #Trump $BTC