Trump Appoints Indian-American Entrepreneur Shriram Krishnan as Senior AI Policy Advisor
Shriram Krishnan, Former Leader at Tech Giants, to Help Shape AI Policy at the White House
Pramod
San Francisco - In a significant move, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Indian-American entrepreneur Shriram Krishnan as a Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence (AI). Krishnan, who has led product teams at major tech companies including Microsoft, Twitter, Yahoo, Facebook, and Snap, will work closely with David O. Sacks, whom Trump has named as the "White House AI and Crypto Czar."
On Sunday, Trump made a series of key AI-related appointments. He revealed that Krishnan will serve in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, where he will focus on ensuring U.S. leadership in the AI domain. Krishnan will collaborate with Sacks, as well as the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, to shape and coordinate AI policy.
Expressing his honor at being appointed to this prestigious role, Krishnan said, "I am deeply honored to have the opportunity to serve my country and work alongside David to maintain America's leadership in the field of AI."
The appointment has been widely welcomed within the Indian-American community. Sanjeev Joshipura, Executive Director of IndiaSpora, congratulated Krishnan, saying, "We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Shriram Krishnan and are thrilled that President-elect Donald Trump has appointed him as a Senior Policy Advisor at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. For many years, Shriram has been a visionary thinker and influential commentator in the field of AI. His experience in public policy, international affairs, investment, and technology will be invaluable as he serves the country in this crucial role."
