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David Orban

David Orban

Investor, entrepreneur, author, AI & blockchain futurist

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New York, New York, United States
Northern Italy (near Milan)
Joined December 2024

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Summary

David is a long‑time AI and blockchain futurist who champions decentralized, human‑centered approaches to technology. He publishes and speaks frequently about ethical decentralized AI, has advised and chaired governance at SingularityNET, and builds practical projects (e.g., AI personas) that put these principles into practice. davidorban+2
He is a serial founder and investor focused on enabling startups and ecosystems: founder/managing partner of Network Society Ventures, founder of Actioneer (startup coaching), and previously CEO of dotSUB and founder of Questar — a pattern of building product, platform and investment vehicles that help teams scale. davidorban+2
He is a public educator and connector: faculty and advisor at Singularity University, a mentor for programs like the Thiel Fellowship, a frequent keynote speaker, and an organizer/participant in investor pitch programs and startup education. su+2
He blends technical entrepreneurship with civic and longevity/ethics work: active on advisory boards and non‑profits (Network Society Research, Lifeboat Foundation, Humanity+), showing a persistent interest in the societal implications and governance of emerging technologies. lifeboat+2

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Keynote speaking, podcasting, and public writing on AI, decentralization, and the future of work/society. davidorban+1

Building and experimenting with AI personas and digital-identity projects. davidorban

Notes

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Jan 26, 2026