David Sacks, from ‘PayPal mafia’ to Trump’s AI and crypto tsar

Silicon Valley investor and podcast host has joined Elon Musk in securing a key role in incoming US administration

Financial Times - 11h

Did gerrymandering keep Republicans from a bigger majority? Absolutely not | David Daley

Mike Johnson has an explanation for why the Republican majority is so thin – and it’s misleading and cynical. Mike Johnson, the House Speaker, will soon have the challenge of leading a three-seat ...

The Guardian - 2d

Eric Trump Promises the ‘Most Pro-Crypto President’ in History

Speaking at a Middle East conference, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s son said his family had embraced cryptocurrency because some banks stopped doing business with them after Jan. 6.

The New York Times - 3d

'Friendlier climate toward new technology’ expected under Trump, venture capitalist says. What that means for AI, crypto

In 2025, generative AI may start to fulfill its potential and allow for cryptocurrencies to be traded 'more freely,' venture capitalist Bradley Tusk says.

CNBC - 3d

Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto and AI czar?

The second Trump administration is poised to be a powerful ally for the crypto industry. President-elect Donald Trump spoke highly of cryptocurrencies on the campaign trail, and his cabinet picks ...

CBS News - 4d

The ‘War on Crypto’ Helped Get Trump Elected, According to Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse

In an interview on ’60 Minutes’ over the weekend, the CEO reflected on the aftermath of the crypto industry lobbying blitz that splurged heavily on the 2024 campaign.

Inc. - 4d

Referee David Coote sacked after Klopp comments and second video allegations

He was suspended over foul-mouthed Klopp remarks Video allegedly showed him snorting white powder David Coote has had his contract as a Premier League referee terminated after an investigation ...

The Guardian - 5d

Crypto industry prepares for Trump's second term

The crypto companies that invested in the 2024 elections are hoping to win big returns on their investment as President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term in office. Axio's crypto ...

CBS News - 5d

U.S. can become a crypto superpower with 'sensible' regulation, Eric Trump says

Speaking to CNBC's Dan Murphy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Eric Trump said Monday that he'd been a "big fan of crypto for a long time."

CNBC - 5d

David Sacks and the coming crypto war over national security

The crypto industry and GOP will have to navigate thorny issues related to terrorism and international crime.

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

Chinese entrepreneur sued for fraud invests $30 million in Trump crypto venture

A $30 million investment in Donald Trump's new crypto venture made by a Chinese billionaire accused of fraud by the SEC is sparking concerns from government watchdogs.

ABC News - Dec. 6

Who is David Sacks?

Presented by LGBT Tech — {beacon} Technology Technology PRESENTED BY The Big Story Trump names AI, crypto czar Venture capitalist David Sacks will serve as White House czar for artificial ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto and AI chief?

Venture capitalist David Sacks has been tapped to serve as President-elect Trump’s White House czar for artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency, taking on a newly created role to lead the ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Trump Appoints ex-PayPal Exec David Sachs as AI and Crypto Czar

Crypto investors cheer the choice of the former chief operating officer of the payments company, which put Peter Thiel and Elon Musk in the spotlight.

Inc. - Dec. 6

The Crypto Industry Hails David Sacks, Its New ‘Czar’

David Sacks, a member of the infamous “PayPal Mafia,” will lead a group of advisers tasked with steering AI and crypto policy under the Trump administration.

Wired - Dec. 6

Trump says venture capitalist David Sacks will be AI and crypto 'czar'

David Sacks spoke at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in July and hosted a fundraiser for Trump in San Francisco.

CNBC - Dec. 6

Trump announces new role for his administration: 'White House AI and crypto czar'

Donald Trump names David Sacks White House AI and crypto czar.

ABC News - Dec. 6

TrumpPlans to Appoint Musk Confidant David Sacks as AI, Crypto Czar

The choice signals the growing influence of tech leaders and loyalists in the new administration.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

Trump picks former Georgia Sen. David Perdue for U.S. ambassador to China

President-elect Donald Trump said Thursday that former Sen. David Perdue had agreed to be named the next U.S. ambassador to China.

NBC News - Dec. 6

Trump Picks Former Senator David Perdue to Be Ambassador to China

David Perdue would serve in the role at a time when the U.S.-China relationship is considered to be the most consequential in the world.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Trump taps former Sen. David Perdue as next ambassador to China

Former Sen. David Perdue pushed President-elect Donald Trump's debunked lies about electoral fraud during his failed bid for Georgia governor in 2022.

CBS News - Dec. 5

Trump picks venture capitalist David Sacks as AI and crypto ‘czar’

Top donor with links to Musk to offer leadership on ‘two areas critical to the future of American competitiveness’. Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he was nominating podcaster and former ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Trump names David Sacks as White House ‘AI and crypto czar’

President-elect Donald Trump said Thursday night that venture capitalist David Sacks will join his administration as “AI and crypto czar.”

MarketWatch - Dec. 6

Trumps picks former Sen. David Perdue as ambassador to China

President-elect Trump has tapped former Georgia Sen. David Perdue (R) to serve as the ambassador to China. "Tonight, I am announcing that former U.S. Senator, David Perdue, has accepted my ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Trump picks Musk ally David Sacks as crypto and AI tsar

Ex-PayPal executive and VC investor hosted Silicon Valley fundraiser for president-elect

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Trump names David Sacks as AI, crypto czar

President-elect Trump said Thursday that venture capitalist David Sacks will serve as the White House artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency czar. In the newly created role, Sacks will ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Trump says venture capitalist David Sacks will be AI and crypto ‘czar’

Venture investor and podcaster David Sacks will join the Trump administration as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar,” President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on Thursday.

NBC News - Dec. 6

Trump names David Sacks as his AI and crypto czar

President-elect Donald Trump has named David Sacks as the White House AI and crypto czar.

NBC News - Dec. 6

From outsider to the Oval Office, bitcoin surges as a new administration embraces crypto

Bitcoin burst on the scene after trust had withered in the financial system and Washington’s ability to protect people from it

ABC News - Dec. 5

Trump’s Pick for SEC Chair Sends Bitcoin and Crypto Optimism Soaring

The President-elect taps regulation-averse former SEC commissioner turned cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins to lead the agency, sending the price of Bitcoin past $100,000.

Inc. - Dec. 5

Bitcoin breaks $100,000, boosted by Trump’s crypto embrace and Powell’s remarks

Bitcoin stages a remarkable comeback two years after the implosion of FTX to hit this $100,000 milestone, helped along by Wall Street titans who bet on crypto’s future.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Crypto prices soar as Trump’s SEC pick stokes hope for more ETFs

President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Paul Atkins to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission could usher in a new era of crypto-friendly financial regulation in Washington.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Bitcoin hits $100k after Trump names pro-crypto SEC chair

Bitcoin surged to over 100,000 per coin on Wednesday after President-elect Trump announced Paul Atkins, a crypto aficionado, would be nominated to head the Security Exchange Commission (SEC). ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Bitcoin storms above $100,000 as bets on Trump fuel crypto euphoria

The total value of the cryptocurrency market has almost doubled over the year so far to hit a record just shy of $3.8 trillion, according to data provider CoinGecko. Bitcoin's march from the ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5

Trump plans to nominate Paul Atkins as SEC chair in crypto-friendly move

President-elect Donald Trump plans to nominate financier Paul Atkins to head the Securities and Exchange Commission.

CNBC - Dec. 4

Crypto advocate Paul Atkins picked as SEC chair by Donald Trump

President-elect also names Gail Slater to run the antitrust unit at the justice department

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Trump changes White House counsel pick, tapping David Warrington

President-elect Trump on Wednesday announced a change in his choice to serve as White House counsel in his upcoming administration, tapping his top campaign lawyer, David Warrington, for the job. ...

The Hill - Dec. 4