Former CFTC Chair Giancarlo Joins Swiss Crypto Bank Sygnum as Policy Advisor

Christopher Giancarlo, the former chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and a prominent advocate for cryptocurrency regulation, has joined Swiss digital asset bank Sygnum as Senior Policy Advisor. The move signals Sygnum’s strategic push to strengthen its regulatory and policy expertise amid global expansion.

Giancarlo, known as "Crypto Dad" for his pro-innovation stance during his CFTC tenure, will advise Sygnum on navigating complex regulatory frameworks and forging public-private partnerships. His appointment hints at Sygnum’s cautious approach to entering the U.S. market, where Giancarlo was previously considered for a crypto Czar role under the Trump administration.

The Swiss bank, which recently achieved unicorn status with a $58 million funding round, operates across key crypto hubs including Singapore, Abu Dhabi, and Liechtenstein. Giancarlo’s regulatory experience complements Sygnum’s institutional-focused offerings as traditional finance increasingly converges with digital assets.