Trump names David Sacks as AI and crypto czar

Source: theverge.com

David Sacks has been tapped by President-elect Trump to serve as the White House's AI and crypto czar, a newly created position to shape U.S. policy on artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. Sacks, known for his roles at PayPal, Yammer, and as a Craft Ventures partner, will lead efforts to establish regulations that boost American competitiveness. The appointment highlights the incoming administration's priority on tech innovation amid global rivalries, especially with China.