## White House Cryptocurrency Advisor Bo Hines Resigns Bo Hines, chairman of the White House Cryptocurrency Advisory Board, has resigned from his position. The exact reason for his departure remains undisclosed, though speculation points to the successful advancement of key initiatives like the GENIUS stablecoin regulation bill in the US. ## Patrick Witt to Replace Hines Patrick Witt, formerly Chief of Staff at the US Office of Personnel Management (OPM), will succeed Hines. Witt's prior experience includes roles such as Deputy Director of the Digital Asset Advisory Committee and Acting Director of the Office of Strategic Capital (OSC) at the Department of Defense. ## Witt's Crypto Experience Under Scrutiny While Witt brings a wealth of government experience, his direct involvement in the cryptocurrency industry is still being evaluated. The crypto community will be watching closely to see how his background translates into policy decisions and guidance regarding digital assets. ```