Zenefits CEO David Sacks speaks at the TechCrunch Disrupt conference in San Francisco, Calif.Paul Chinn | San Francisco Chronicle | Hearst Newspapers via Getty Images
Big news on the tech and politics front! President-elect Donald Trump has announced that David Sacks, a well-known venture capitalist and podcaster, will take up the role of “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.” This announcement, shared on Trump’s Truth Social platform, highlights plans to establish America as a global leader in artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency innovation.
In this high-profile role, Sacks will shape policies to boost the AI sector while crafting a much-needed legal framework for cryptocurrency. He’ll also lead a presidential council on science and technology. Trump emphasized that Sacks will champion free speech online and push back against Big Tech bias and censorship—a stance that resonates with many in the tech community.
Interestingly, this appointment reflects a shift in Sacks’ relationship with Trump. Though initially critical after the January 6 Capitol events, Sacks became a staunch supporter this year, even hosting a $50,000-per-ticket fundraiser at his San Francisco mansion.
David Sacks is no stranger to success. He’s the entrepreneur behind Yammer, which he sold to Microsoft for $1.2 billion. He’s also a member of the famed “PayPal mafia,” alongside tech titans like Elon Musk and Peter Thiel. Recently, he’s made waves as a co-host of the “All-In” podcast, which Trump praised as the “top podcast in Tech.”
This bold appointment signals a focus on tech-forward policies under Trump’s administration and a nod to Silicon Valley figures who’ve aligned with his vision. All eyes are now on Sacks as he takes on this dual challenge of steering America’s AI and crypto ambitions.
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