Bo Hines, who headed the White House’s crypto policy initiative, has resigned after a brief tenure. His departure leaves the US crypto policy landscape uncertain, particularly as questions arise about his successor and future direction of regulations. Hines’ eight-month stint focused on shaping the administration’s crypto strategy while collaborating with stakeholders, fostering positive relationships between policy makers, industry players, and regulators. His work included supporting the GENIUS Act, which established a regulatory framework for US dollar-pegged stablecoins. While Hines advocated for less stringent regulation, his views aligned with Trump’s 2025 rejection of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in favor of stablecoin and lighter reporting requirements. The future of US crypto policy will now depend on the incoming leader’s approach, balancing innovation with oversight to create a conducive regulatory environment for the burgeoning cryptocurrency industry.