{"id":"david-wachsman","title":"David Wachsman","content":"**David Wachsman** is an entrepreneur and business executive known for his involvement in the digital asset, blockchain, and technology sectors. He is the founder and chief executive officer of Wachsman, a communications and advisory firm, and later became President of Hawkeye Systems, a publicly traded technology holding company. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-2JOjqtSwQdCjm1JB) \n\n## Career\n\nWachsman served as Executive Director of Ericho Communications from 2013 to 2015, working in corporate communications and public relations. In September 2015, he founded Wachsman, a communications firm focused on blockchain, cryptocurrency, financial technology, and related industries. Over time, the firm expanded its international operations and provided communications and advisory services to companies in the digital asset sector.\n\nIn April 2026, an investment group led by Wachsman acquired a controlling interest in Hawkeye Systems, and he was appointed President of the company. Following the acquisition, Hawkeye announced plans to focus on investment, advisory, and technology-related activities, with an initial emphasis on cryptocurrency, blockchain, financial services, and other technology sectors. The company also stated its intention to continue developing Rythe, a cybersecurity and digital identity platform designed for authentication and threat prevention applications. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-hNKT6pR5TmXvi8Wr) [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-oJs10I2QuswKAFwj) \n\n## Interviews\n\n### Innovation and Digital Assets\n\nOn the Financial Speakeasy podcast in June 2026, Wachsman discussed his early entry into the crypto industry, noting that he initially doubted Bitcoin but was convinced after meeting its early leaders, which led him to establish his PR firm in 2015. Under his leadership, Wachsman grew rapidly, advising major firms across finance, social media, and infrastructure, and becoming a first mover in the crypto space. Later, he took control of Hawkeye Systems, a defense and cybersecurity firm that was transforming into a private equity and merchant banking firm focused on crypto and emerging technologies. He shared his strategic vision, emphasizing the importance of investing in foundational infrastructure like custody, tokenization, stablecoins, and decentralized finance, which he believed would be crucial for future growth. Wachsman also discussed his partnership with Martin Sumichrast, their recent $5 million equity injection, and plans to raise substantial capital by 2026 to acquire promising companies in the industry. He expressed optimism about the evolving regulatory landscape, which now offers greater clarity, and forecast increased mainstream adoption, driven by institutional interest and technological advances such as AI integration. Overall, he conveyed confidence in Hawkeye's mission to build a strategic portfolio of innovative companies shaping the future of digital assets and finance, urging potential investors to consider the company's compelling growth prospects. [\\[4\\]](#cite-id-uHS1TOFy9sHNBFKl) \n\n[YOUTUBE@VID](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oKXEkdDL2PQ)\n\n### Crypto Next Steps\n\nIn a June 2025 interview on Nasdaq TradeTalks hosted by Jill Malandrino, David Wachsman, alongside Saahith Pochiraju of Superstate, discussed the evolving regulatory and market environment for stablecoins and digital assets, with particular attention to the proposed GENIUS Act. Wachsman noted that the legislation could establish clearer regulatory frameworks for stablecoin issuance and use in the United States, potentially applying to both banking and non-bank entities, and providing greater certainty for market participants. He also highlighted the rapid growth and increasing utility of stablecoins in global payments, including their role in improving liquidity and expanding access to financial services in underbanked regions. Wachsman pointed to growing participation by major financial institutions and payment networks, such as Mastercard and Visa, and suggested that regulatory clarity could further accelerate institutional adoption, innovation, and the development of tokenized financial products, such as treasuries and equities. 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