New US Intelligence Chief Takes Office... A 'Pro-Crypto' Figure Who Invested in Bitcoin
JOON HYOUNG LEE
Summary
- Tulsi Gabbard, the new US Director of National Intelligence, is reported to be an investor holding cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin and Ethereum.
- Director Gabbard has expressed negative views on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
- The new Intelligence Chief's pro-cryptocurrency stance is expected to have significant influence on the market going forward.
Tulsi Gabbard, the new Director of National Intelligence (pictured), who is known as a 'pro-cryptocurrency' figure, has officially taken office after passing Senate confirmation.
According to major foreign media outlets on the 12th (local time), the US Senate passed Director Gabbard's confirmation with 52 votes in favor and 48 against. Director Gabbard officially took office after completing the oath ceremony at the White House on the same day.
Director Gabbard is known to be a cryptocurrency investor holding Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL). She has consistently expressed negative views on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
JOON HYOUNG LEE
gilson@bloomingbit.ioCrypto Journalist based in Seoul
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