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David Sacks's Exit from Trump Administration Rocks US AI and Crypto Scene
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David Sacks, the Silicon Valley billionaire and venture capitalist who became the chief advocate for Big Tech within the White House, confirmed on Thursday that he is no longer a federal government employee. This officially ends his tenure as special advisor to President Donald Trump on Artificial Intelligence and Cryptocurrency — a position he held for less than a year and that gave him disproportionate influence over AI policy in the world's most powerful country.
Sacks's departure represents a turning point in America's AI strategy, leaving a leadership vacuum at a critical moment in the global technology race. China invested $47.5 billion in semiconductors and AI alone in 2023, while the European Union accelerated implementation of the AI Act — the world's most comprehensive artificial intelligence regulation.
David Sacks, 52, built his fortune as founder of Yammer (sold to Microsoft for $1.2 billion in 2012) and investments in companies like Uber, Coinbase, and DoorDash. In January 2025, he was appointed to the newly created position of special advisor for AI and crypto, a "special government employee" role that allowed him to maintain his private investments — a decision that generated immediate criticism from government ethics experts.
During his time at the White House, Sacks was architect of initiatives that shaped American technological future:
"Sacks represented a significant shift in American technology policy. He brought the venture capital mindset — 'move fast, break things' — to the heart of federal regulation," explains Maria Chen, professor of technology policy at Stanford University.
Confirmation of Sacks's departure sent waves through the crypto market. In the two hours following the announcement, Bitcoin dropped 3.2%, fluctuating between $94,000 and $96,000. Ethereum fell 4.1%, while the Bloomberg cryptocurrency index declined 2.8%.
Brazil and the LATAM region are crucial players in this narrative:
With Sacks's departure, U.S. AI policy enters a period of uncertainty. Three scenarios emerge:
Sacks's departure comes amid internal tensions within the Trump administration. Sources close to the administration, who requested anonymity, indicate there were disagreements about the pace of AI deregulation — Sacks advocated for more aggressive approaches, while other advisors opted for greater caution.
"What we're seeing is an administration that still hasn't found its balance between innovation and regulation. Sacks's departure could mean a pivot toward a more traditionalist stance," observes Roberto Santos, technology policy analyst at the São Paulo Artificial Intelligence Research Institute.
Uncertainty in the U.S. represents both risk and opportunity for the region:
David Sacks's departure from the White House marks the end of a bold chapter in American technology policy history — and raises questions about the future of U.S. leadership in the global AI race. For Latin America, this moment serves as a reminder of the interconnection between political decisions in Washington and the technological realities in São Paulo, Mexico City, or Bogotá.
The market reacts, regulators observe, and Latin American AI startups continue building — aware that the global game has changed, but still uncertain about the new rules.
Stay connected: In the coming days, AI Radar will follow the appointment of Sacks's successor and their first statements on AI and crypto policy.