White House Crypto Czar Says U.S. Banks May Embrace Digital Assets After Market Rules Pass

On January 21, 2026, White House AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks stated that U.S. banks are expected to fully enter the crypto market once market structure legislation is in place. His comments from Davos suggest that clearer rules on asset classification, oversight, and custody could pave the way for broader institutional adoption and deeper integration of digital assets into the traditional financial system.