White House AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks announced Thursday he is leaving his current position to join the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. The transition marks a significant shift in his federal duties from regulatory oversight to broader scientific policy advisory. Sacks confirmed the change via a post on X, citing the legal constraints of his previous role.
Under the new arrangement, Sacks will serve as co-chair alongside Michael Kratsios, who previously served in both Trump administrations. The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology advises the President on science, technology, and innovation policy. Sacks stated the council includes thirteen of the world’s most accomplished leaders in science and technology.
The move resolves legal complications surrounding his tenure as a special government employee within the executive branch. Federal law limits these specific appointments to 130 working days per calendar year. Democrats in Congress had already raised concerns that Sacks had exceeded this period last fall.
Speaking to Bloomberg earlier Thursday, Sacks explained the council would conduct studies on artificial intelligence and quantum computing. He noted the group plans to make policy recommendations in these areas and push forward the president’s A.I. framework released last week. Sacks did not explicitly mention cryptocurrency during the interview despite his prior focus on digital assets.
The committee roster includes high-profile technology leaders from major industry players. Joining the group are Andreessen Horowitz co-founder Marc Andreessen, Google co-founder Sergey Brin, and NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang. Other members include Dell founder Michael Dell, Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg, and AMD CEO Lisa Su.
During his time as czar, Sacks oversaw the White House’s early work on digital asset initiatives and financial infrastructure. This included the passage of the stablecoin-focused GENIUS Act and work around the crypto market structure bill. His experience in navigating legislative hurdles remains valuable for future technology policy decisions.
The shift signals a potential consolidation of AI and science policy under a single advisory body. Previous administrations often fragmented technology oversight across different agencies and departments. This structure allows for a more coordinated approach to emerging innovation and strategic research.
Regulatory bodies like the SEC and CFTC continue to monitor institutional crypto adoption closely alongside traditional finance. Recent discussions regarding stablecoins entering core financial infrastructure suggest continued legislative activity. Sacks’ new role may indirectly influence these discussions through broader technology policy channels.
Industry observers will watch for how the PCAST recommendations align with executive actions. The council’s output could shape funding priorities for nuclear power and quantum research initiatives. Continued alignment between private sector leaders and government advisors appears central to this strategic approach.
Future developments will depend on the council’s first round of policy recommendations. Sacks’ transition maintains momentum in the administration’s technology agenda and regulatory framework. Stakeholders should monitor the upcoming AI framework implementation for further updates and guidance.
