David Sacks
David Sacks is a South African-American entrepreneur and investor who has built a career at the intersection of technology and venture capital. He served as PayPal's chief operating officer, founded Yammer—the enterprise social network later acquired by Microsoft—and later started Craft Ventures, a leading venture capital firm. He remains a relevant voice in current news and public discourse as a frequent tech commentator and investor shaping debates around platform responsibility, innovation, and tech policy.
Connections
Pentagon Signs AI Deals with Google, OpenAI, Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and SpaceX
The US military has finalized agreements with companies like Google and Microsoft to deploy AI technology on classified networks, boosting national security. This development highlights increased collaboration between the defense sector and leading tech firms, with potential implications for security and AI regulation.
David Sacks transitions from White House crypto czar to co-chair of Science & Tech Council
David Sacks has shifted from his position as White House crypto czar to become co-chair of the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. His new role alongside Zuckerberg and Huang signals a broader influence on U.S. tech policy, focusing on AI and innovation.