Industry leaders join PCAST to shape national AI policy
Mark Zuckerberg (Meta), Jensen Huang (Nvidia), Larry Ellison (Oracle), and Sergey Brin (Google cofounder) are among the first members named to the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST). The council — which will initially include 13 members and could grow to 24 — is tasked with advising the administration on matters ranging from AI to education and scientific research.
The panel will be co-chaired by David Sacks (the administration's AI and crypto czar) and Michael Kratsios (White House tech advisor). With heavy-hitting executives and experienced tech policymakers in the room, PCAST is positioned to bring practical, technical, and commercial perspectives directly into federal decision-making.
Why this matters
Having top industry talent involved means policymakers gain immediate access to frontline technical knowledge and deployment experience. That can shorten the gap between regulatory intent and real-world implementation, helping craft rules and investments that support innovation while addressing safety, competitiveness, and workforce transitions.
The council’s blend of private-sector leaders and policy experts creates an opportunity for collaborative, solution-oriented advice. If steered toward transparency and diverse input, PCAST can help produce pragmatic AI policies that accelerate beneficial uses of AI across healthcare, education, infrastructure, and industry.
- Direct channels between industry and government can speed sensible regulation and public investment decisions.
- Expert-driven guidance helps align safety standards with technical realities, reducing unintended friction on innovation.
- Expanded membership offers a path to include academic, civil-society, and government perspectives alongside corporate expertise.