Trump Picks Tech Titans for New Science Council
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Trump Launches AI Advisory Council to Steer U.S. Tech Leadership
President Trump has unveiled a new council to shape America’s strategy on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, positioning the U.S. as a global leader in innovation. The AI Advisory Group, initially comprising 13 members, will expand to a maximum of 24, with David Sacks (former White House AI and crypto chief) and Michael Kratsios (ex-U.S. Chief Technology Officer) serving as co-chairs.
The council boasts a star-studded lineup from Silicon Valley and the crypto sphere, including:
- Jensen Huang (NVIDIA CEO)
- Mark Zuckerberg (Meta CEO)
- Sergey Brin (Google co-founder)
- Larry Ellison (Oracle co-founder)
- Lisa Su (AMD CEO)
- Michael Dell (Dell Technologies founder)
- Safra Catz (Oracle CEO)
- Fred Ehrsam (Coinbase co-founder)
- Marc Andreessen (venture capitalist)
The group’s mission: Outpace global rivals and ensure that American citizens reap the rewards of the next technological revolution.
Whop Introduces DeFi Yields: A Gateway for Creators into Crypto
A major shift is underway in decentralized finance (DeFi)—with mainstream platforms now embracing crypto. Whop, a rising e-commerce giant, has launched a Treasury feature allowing users to earn up to 6% annual returns on idle balances by integrating with Aave and Plasma protocols.
Here’s how it works:
- Users opt in to the feature.
- Balances are automatically converted to stablecoins.
- Funds are lent out via Aave’s markets.
This move could democratize DeFi, making high-yield returns accessible to millions of online creators who’ve never traded crypto directly.
Google’s Quantum-Secure Future: Preparing for the Post-Quantum Era
In a bold move, Google has set a 2029 deadline to transition its entire infrastructure to quantum-resistant cryptography. The tech giant plans to adopt NIST-standardized ML-DSA in Android 17 and its cloud services.
IBM is racing to match this timeline, aiming for fault-tolerant quantum systems by the same year. While Bitcoin’s cryptographic security remains intact for now, developers are proactively preparing for a future where quantum computers could disrupt existing protocols.
Bitcoin ETFs Gain Momentum: Investors Bet Big Despite Market Turmoil
Despite volatility, geopolitical tensions, and regulatory uncertainty, Bitcoin ETFs have proven resilient—attracting $2.5 billion in inflows over the past month and reversing earlier outflows. This surge signals renewed investor confidence in digital assets.
Market Highlights Beyond Crypto
- Oil prices surge amid global supply concerns.
- Bitcoin ETF trading volume spikes, reflecting institutional interest.
- Corporate blockchain adoption accelerates:
- Visa joins a blockchain network
- McLaren Racing joins an institutional blockchain council
The crypto sector remains dynamic, with new partnerships, product launches, and strategic shifts reshaping its trajectory.
