Elon Musk has initiated conversations about using blockchain technology at the new Department of Government Efficiency, according to people with knowledge of the discussions. It’s the latest sign of the Trump administration’s efforts to bolster the digital asset industry.

The Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, is reportedly discussing the use of a public blockchain in its cost-cutting efforts.

With the official establishment on Monday of President Trump’s closely watched effort to slash federal spending — which he has called the Department of Government Efficiency — some key information was revealed, including details about how the group will be structured and a new focus on modernizing technology.

"If you are a federal worker now, you need to be prepared for an all-out assault on where you work and the security of your job."

Tycoon's auditors to probe Uncle Sam's IT with full access to unclassified data US President Donald Trump has re-named the US Digital Service the Department of Government Efficiency and given it a mission to modernize government technology.