Silvio Arras Meneguzzo

Silvio Arras Meneguzzo is currently a National PhD Student in Computer Science at the University of Turin, focusing on Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology within the curriculum of Social Systems and Smart Societies. Silvio also serves as a PhD Blockchain Researcher at LINKS Foundation, where contributions are made to the design and development of DLT-based applications for research projects funded by the European Commission and industrial partners. As the founder, organizer, and curator of TEDxSchio and a TEDx Organizer & Licensee, Silvio is dedicated to spreading impactful ideas through talks. Previous roles include Director and founder of Startup Grind Padova, Full-stack Developer/Blockchain Developer at Commercio.network spa, and business consultant at Sopra Steria Consulting. Silvio's educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science from the University of Turin, a Master's degree in ICT for internet and multimedia from Università degli Studi di Padova, and certifications in IT security.