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Trump Greenlights Bitcoin in 401(k)s
In a landmark move, the Trump administration has issued an executive order that could allow 401(k) retirement accounts to invest directly in cryptocurrencies and private equity. If enacted, the policy would mark the first time in U.S. history that retirement savers could hold Bitcoin inside tax-advantaged plans traditionally reserved for stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.
Crypto advocates see the proposal as a major step toward mainstream adoption, potentially unlocking billions in new demand from America’s $7 trillion 401(k) market. By enabling workers to allocate part of their retirement savings into Bitcoin, the measure could significantly tighten supply and influence long-term price trajectories.
Critics, however, warn of heightened volatility, higher fees, and the need for strict investor protections. Still, for Bitcoin supporters, this could represent the most significant integration of digital assets into the U.S. financial system to date.
The retirement landscape — and Bitcoin’s future — may be on the brink of transformation.
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Nvidia, AMD Strike China Chip Deal
Nvidia and AMD have reportedly reached a deal with the Trump administration that allows them to resume certain chip sales to China — but at a steep price. According to a source familiar with the matter, both companies will pay 15% of revenues from those sales directly to the U.S. government as part of their export licenses.
Nvidia’s H20 AI chip and AMD’s MI308 will be covered under the agreement, with the U.S. Commerce Department beginning to issue licenses last Friday — just two days after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met with President Trump.
The arrangement follows earlier restrictions that froze the sale of advanced chips to China amid escalating U.S.–China trade tensions. Nvidia stated it complies with all U.S. export rules and hopes the policy will allow American firms to remain competitive in the Chinese market. AMD declined to comment.
Meanwhile, Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan is expected at the White House Monday.
U.S. Futures Rise Ahead Inflation Data
U.S. stock futures edged higher Sunday evening, signaling a potential extension of last week’s gains as markets await key inflation data. The Consumer Price Index is due Tuesday, followed by the Producer Price Index on Thursday, offering fresh insight into how President Trump’s tariffs are affecting prices.
Last week ended on a strong note, with the Nasdaq closing at a record high and the S&P 500 nearing its all-time peak. As of Sunday, Dow futures rose 0.15%, S&P 500 futures gained 0.13%, and Nasdaq futures added 0.09%.
Treasury yields were steady, gold fell nearly 1%, and oil prices dipped slightly. Analysts expect July CPI to rise 0.2% overall and 0.3% in the core rate, with year-over-year inflation climbing to 2.8%.
Despite tariff concerns, Wall Street sentiment has turned bullish, with some strategists predicting the S&P 500 could hit 7,200 by mid-2026 as trade tensions ease and economic optimism builds.
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