Shytoshi Kusama, the pseudonymous lead developer of Shiba Inu, has called on newly elected President Donald Trump to appoint a blockchain advisor to his administration.
The suggestion comes as the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is reportedly exploring the implementation of a blockchain-based election system.
Kusama explains why Trump should hire a Blockchain consultant
On November 15, Kusama raised concerns about the rumored blockchain election platform reportedly under review by Trump’s team. The rumored system, called ‘eVote’, is said to include partnerships with prominent blockchain platforms such as Cardano, Hyperledger, Hedera and X (formerly Twitter). The goal is to create a nationwide solution for electronic voting and identity verification.
The eVote initiative aims to combat election fraud by requiring its implementation in all US states. Analysts believe this fits with Trump’s long-standing emphasis on ensuring election integrity, especially in light of the controversies surrounding past election processes.
Although the idea has gained momentum, Kusama emphasizes that its success depends on the integration of Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE). This advanced encryption ensures that voter data remains safe, both on the blockchain and from external threats.
Kusama warned that without FHE, sensitive voter information, such as identities and preferences, could be exposed to decryption attempts by malicious actors. This vulnerability can lead to large-scale disruption. He emphasized that encryption must be robust enough to withstand quantum computing threats, and ensure both on-chain and off-chain security.
“Without FHE, this concept fails. Here’s why. Votes need to be protected, not just on a chain… encrypted in a way that is quantum resistant. Otherwise, the bad actor country decodes the votes and publishes portfolios and who voted for whom. Chaos ensues,” Kusama explains.
That’s why Shiba Inu developer called on Trump to appoint a dedicated blockchain advisor to address these challenges. Such an appointment could bridge the gap between technology and public policy.
Industry leaders such as Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson have shown particular interest in working with government policymakers to develop regulatory clarity and promote blockchain innovation.
If Trump follows through, the move would align with his growing involvement with crypto-focused figures. He recently appointed crypto lawyers Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead DOGE and appointed Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz, a Bitcoin supporter, as attorney general. In addition, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his pro-Bitcoin stance, will become Secretary of Health and Human Services.