According to Odaily, former President Donald Trump recently appointed David Sacks as the "AI and Crypto Czar" to lead a new advisory committee, drawing significant attention. Sacks, a venture capitalist, podcast host, and former PayPal executive, was initially set to take on a leadership role. However, insiders from the transition team revealed that last week, the position was downgraded to a general advisory role. This change was partly due to Sacks' reluctance to leave his investment firm, Craft Ventures, and his unwillingness to undergo the formal appointment process.
In the future, Michael Kratsios is expected to lead technology policy efforts, with Sacks contributing policy ideas. Despite the change in his role, Sacks remains influential, frequently operating in Florida and San Francisco and meeting with lawmakers. His appointment has sparked controversy over potential conflicts of interest, though some in Silicon Valley are optimistic, believing he could benefit startups. However, there are concerns about his expertise and the direction of policy under his influence.