Alex Svanevik

Alex Svanevik is an experienced professional in the field of data science and blockchain technology, currently serving as an Advisor at Pudgy Penguins and Chief Executive Officer at Nansen since October 2019. Nansen specializes in blockchain data analytics, enriching on-chain data for investors and crypto teams. Alex is also a Board Member at WalletConnect, Inc. and previously founded D5 - The Data Science DAO, where data scientists operated in a decentralized organization. Prior roles include Chief Data Scientist at CoinFi, where a substantial cryptocurrency database was developed, and Data Science Manager at Schibsted Media Group, leading a team to enhance data-driven decision-making. Alex began a career in data science with various consulting roles, including senior positions at BearingPoint and co-founding Codeus Ltd, a data analytics company. Educational qualifications include an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from The University of Edinburgh and a BSc in Cognitive Science from the University of Bergen.