The United States president-elect Donald Trump has appointed Bo Hines as the Executive Director of his upcoming administration’s “Crypto Council.” The announcement, made on Dec. 22 via Truth Social, highlights Trump’s commitment to fostering innovation in the crypto industry. Bo Hines, a former college football player and 2022 Republican candidate for North Carolina’s U.S. House seat, will work alongside David Sacks, the crypto and artificial intelligence czar for Trump’s incoming administration. In his post, Trump emphasized that Hines’ role will focus on “fostering innovation and growth in the digital assets space” while providing industry leaders with essential resources. Hines narrowly lost the 2022 election to Democrat Wiley Nickel but garnered significant support from pro-crypto super PACs, including contributions tied to Ryan Salame, the former FTX CEO currently serving a seven-year prison sentence for illegal political contributions. Strengthening the Crypto Advisory The newly established “Crypto Council,” part of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets , is designed to streamline collaboration between the administration and the crypto industry. This council aligns with Trump’s campaign promise to transform the U.S. into a global crypto hub. Complementing Hines’ appointment, Trump named Sriram Krishnan, a former Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) general partner, as senior AI policy adviser. Krishnan expressed his gratitude via X, stating his commitment to ensuring the U.S. maintains its leadership in artificial intelligence while working closely with David Sacks. The council’s leadership reflects a strategic blend of innovation and regulatory foresight. By incorporating individuals with deep industry ties, Trump is signaling his intent to create a balanced approach to crypto regulation—one that encourages growth while ensuring oversight. Trump Appoints Pro-Crypto Figures Trump’s pro-crypto stance has also extended to other influential positions. Earlier this month, he nominated Paul Atkins , a former SEC commissioner known for his industry-friendly outlook, to head the Securities and Exchange Commission. This move has been well-received by crypto advocates, who hope it will mitigate the SEC’s stringent enforcement actions. As the “Crypto Council” prepares to take shape, Trump’s administration appears poised to reshape the crypto landscape in the US . The post Donald Trump Names Bo Hines as Executive Director of New ‘Crypto Council’ appeared first on TheCoinrise.com .
