David Galindo

David Galindo is a seasoned professional in cryptography and computer security, currently serving as Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Valory since July 2021, where the focus is on research and development at the nexus of cryptography, multi-agent systems, and AI. Galindo also holds the position of Co-Founder and Chief Research Officer at Parfin and serves as a Cryptography Advisor for Crypto in Motion Ltd. Contributions to academia include roles as an Associate Professor in Computer Security at the University of Birmingham and previous positions teaching various cryptography subjects while coordinating the MSc Cyber Security programme. Galindo's extensive industry experience includes leadership roles at Fetch.AI, Scytl Secure Electronic Voting, and consultancy work in applied cryptography across multiple sectors. Educational credentials include a PhD in Cryptography and a combined BSc and MSc in Applied Mathematics from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya.