Sygnum Taps Ex-CFTC Chief Giancarlo to Drive Crypto’s Institutional Push

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Sygnum, the Swiss crypto banking unicorn, has enlisted former CFTC Chairman Christopher Giancarlo as a senior policy adviser, signaling its ambition to lead institutional crypto adoption.

Giancarlo, a vocal advocate for digital assets, will advise on regulatory strategy and public-private partnerships as part of Sygnum’s Advisory Council.

The move comes amid growing institutional interest in crypto, with Giancarlo noting that the industry is at an “inflection point.” Having led the CFTC from 2017 to 2019, he brings deep regulatory insight to Sygnum, which recently secured $58 million in funding.

Dubbed “Crypto Dad” for his progressive stance on blockchain innovation, Giancarlo has long argued that US policy must evolve to support the sector—a vision he now advances from within Sygnum.