A New Chapter in AI Leadership

In a significant move, incoming president Donald Trump has announced that Sriram Krishnan will join the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy as the senior policy advisor for artificial intelligence (AI). Until recently, Krishnan was a general partner at the renowned venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z).

President Trump expressed his confidence in Krishnan’s ability to “help shape and coordinate AI policy across government,” highlighting his upcoming collaboration with the president’s council of advisors on science and technology. This appointment signals a strategic focus on maintaining American leadership in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

• Sriram Krishnan’s new role signifies a deepened commitment to AI policy development.
• He will work closely with David Sacks, the recently appointed crypto and AI ‘czar.’

“I’m honored to be able to serve our country and ensure continued American leadership in AI,” shared Krishnan on X, expressing gratitude for this opportunity.

Sriram Krishnan

Krishnan’s Diverse Expertise

An entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and podcaster, Krishnan brings a wealth of experience to his new role. His professional journey includes leading product teams at major tech giants like Microsoft, Twitter, Yahoo!, Facebook, and Snap. In addition to his corporate achievements, Krishnan and his wife, Aarthi Ramamurthy, gained further recognition in 2021 through their successful podcasting endeavors.

This move not only underscores Krishnan’s diverse expertise but also highlights the administration’s commitment to fostering innovation and leadership in AI. With experienced professionals like Krishnan and Sacks at the helm, the future of AI policy looks promising for the United States.