Jonathan Gould, the former Chief Legal Officer at Bitfury, has been nominated by President Trump to lead the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). His extensive experience in banking is expected to shape a more crypto-friendly regulatory landscape.

Gould’s appointment signals a significant move towards a more favorable regulatory stance towards cryptocurrencies, overseeing large national banks in relation to digital assets. This indicates a shift in the approach towards financial technology under his leadership.