Cryptofinance Swamp Notes podcastAdd to myFTGet instant alerts for this topicManage your dery channels hereRemove from myFTTrump opens retirement to cryptoThe US president handed crypto and private equity a retirement account victoryTrump opens retirement to crypto on x (opens in a new window)Trump opens retirement to crypto on facebook (opens in a new window)Trump opens retirement to crypto on linkedin (opens in a new window)Trump opens retirement to crypto on whatsapp (opens in a new window) Trump opens retirement to crypto on x (opens in a new window)Trump opens retirement to crypto on facebook (opens in a new window)Trump opens retirement to crypto on linkedin (opens in a new window)Trump opens retirement to crypto on whatsapp (opens in a new window) PublishedAugust 16 2025Jump to s section this pageUnlock the White House Watch for freeYour guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, and the worldYour browser does not support playing this file but you can still download the MP3 file to play locally.One of the president’s most recent executive orders paved the way for American retirement accounts to invest in cryptocurrencies and private equity.
It’s a seismic change for rs and investors both.
The FT’s Sujeet Indap and Duke University fessor Elisabeth de Fontenay break down what it means for you and for Washington.Mentioned in this podcast: Marc with your questions (Marc.Filippino@FT.com)Donald Trump exposes US retirees to new world of risk with 401k orderTrump opens US retirement plans to crypto and private equity investments for the FT’s Swamp Notes hereSwamp Notes is duced by Henry Larson.
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