Indian-American Tech Leader Sriram Krishnan Appointed Senior White House Advisor on AI
In a significant move to bolster U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence (AI), President-elect Donald Trump has named Indian-American entrepreneur and tech innovator Sriram Krishnan as the Senior White House Policy Advisor on AI. The announcement, made on Monday, highlights the administration’s focus on shaping AI policy to maintain America’s global edge in the field.
“Sriram Krishnan will serve as the Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy,” Trump said in a statement. The appointment is part of a strategic push to integrate AI policy into national governance.
A Visionary Leader in Technology
Sriram Krishnan brings a wealth of experience from leadership roles at some of Silicon Valley’s biggest companies, including Microsoft, Twitter, Yahoo!, Facebook, and Snap. Notably, he was a founding member of Microsoft’s Windows Azure team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the cloud computing landscape.
Krishnan will work closely with David O. Sacks, the newly designated White House AI & Crypto Czar. Together, they aim to ensure that the U.S. remains a global leader in AI innovation. “Working closely with David Sacks, Sriram will help coordinate policy across government and engage with the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology,” Trump added.
A Commitment to American Leadership
Expressing his enthusiasm for the role, Krishnan took to the social platform X (formerly Twitter), writing, “I’m honored to serve our country and work closely with David Sacks to secure American leadership in AI.”
His appointment has garnered widespread praise, especially from the Indian-American community. Indiaspora’s Executive Director, Sanjeev Joshipura, celebrated the news, stating, “We heartily congratulate Sriram Krishnan on this prestigious role. His blend of expertise in public policy, international affairs, technology, and investing will be invaluable to the nation.”
Building Bridges in AI Policy
Krishnan’s role is expected to involve collaboration with various stakeholders to advance U.S. interests in artificial intelligence. This includes engaging with international partners and private-sector leaders to ensure that the U.S. remains at the forefront of technological innovation.
Indiaspora has also expressed interest in working with Krishnan on global AI initiatives. “We look forward to collaborating with him to drive AI innovation both in the U.S. and globally,” Joshipura added.
A Step Forward in AI Leadership
This appointment underscores the growing importance of AI in shaping the future of global economics, security, and innovation. With leaders like Sriram Krishnan and David Sacks at the helm, the U.S. is poised to strengthen its position as a trailblazer in the AI revolution.
Sriram Krishnan Named Senior White House Advisor on AI
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Indian-American entrepreneur Sriram Krishnan as the Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence. With a background in leadership roles at tech giants like Microsoft, Twitter, and Facebook, Krishnan will work alongside David O. Sacks, the newly appointed AI & Crypto Czar, to shape U.S. AI policy and maintain global leadership in the field.
The appointment has been praised by the Indian-American community, with Indiaspora emphasizing Krishnan’s expertise in technology, policy, and international affairs. This role marks a significant step in advancing AI innovation and fostering collaboration between government, private sector, and international partners.
