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Chris Giancarlo Joins Sygnum as Crypto Advisor 🚀

Chris Giancarlo Joins Sygnum as Crypto Advisor 🚀

Source: theblock.co5/27/2025

Chris Giancarlo, known as 'Crypto Dad' for his cryptocurrency-friendly stance, has been appointed as a senior policy advisor at crypto bank Sygnum. Giancarlo, who led the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission from 2017 to 2019, is recognized for his advocacy of digital currencies. Notably, he was once considered for the role of 'crypto czar' under President Trump. Sygnum highlights Giancarlo's potential contributions amid U.S. regulatory changes impacting global crypto markets. In recent developments, Sygnum, operating in Switzerland and Singapore, raised $58 million, achieving unicorn status with a valuation over $1 billion.

FAQ

  • Who is Chris Giancarlo?

    Chris Giancarlo is a former CFTC Chair known for supporting cryptocurrencies, now joining Sygnum as a senior policy advisor.

  • What is Sygnum?

    Sygnum is a crypto bank based in Switzerland and Singapore, focusing on asset management with significant recent growth.

  • How does Giancarlo's role influence Sygnum?

    Giancarlo's experience and network will aid Sygnum's strategic growth and collaborations in the evolving crypto industry.