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Former CFTC Chair Giancarlo Exits Willkie for Crypto and AI Policy
The former CFTC chair is pivoting to influence digital asset and AI governance. His upcoming book will offer key insights into Trump-era financial policy.
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A Pivot to Digital Assets
J. Christopher Giancarlo, the former chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has stepped down from his senior counsel role at the law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher. Known widely as “CryptoDad” for his early regulatory support of the digital asset industry, Giancarlo intends to devote his full attention to the intersection of cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, and public policy.
His departure comes as the industry prepares for a new regulatory environment. Giancarlo is already working on a follow-up to his previous book, which will explore the development of digital money during the second term of the Trump administration.
The “CryptoDad” Legacy
Giancarlo earned his moniker during his tenure at the CFTC, where he gained a reputation for a balanced approach to emerging financial technologies. His departure from private practice marks a move toward direct involvement in the policy debates shaping the future of finance.
"I am shifting my focus to the critical issues of our time, specifically how we manage the integration of digital assets and AI into the global economy," Giancarlo stated regarding his transition.