Trump Appoints Leaders for Digital Assets Council

President-elect Donald Trump has announced key appointments for his tech and economic advisory teams, focusing on artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. Bo Hines, a former college football player and unsuccessful congressional candidate, will serve as the Executive Director of the Presidential Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, also known as the 'Crypto Council.' He will work alongside David O. Sacks, appointed as the White House A.I. and Crypto Czar, to enhance innovation within the digital asset sector. Michael Kratsios, a former Chief Technology Officer, will lead the Office of Science and Technology Policy, while Lynne Parker will serve as executive director of the President’s Council of Advisors for Science and Technology. Trump's appointments signal a commitment to solidifying America's leadership in technology and blockchain as critical components of his administration's economic recovery strategy. The new team aims to create a favorable environment for technological advancement and to address issues related to Big Tech and financial regulation.