Massimo Buonomo

Massimo Buonomo is a distinguished keynote speaker in the fields of artificial intelligence, technology, and fintech, with a career spanning diverse roles across leading international organisations. In 2024, he was a Plenary Speaker at the prestigious Central Bank AI Conference and was invited to present at major events such as the AI & Metaverse Innovate Summit and the Artificial Intelligence Data Science Conference. Additionally, he serves as a Project Evaluator for the European Commission, demonstrating his depth of expertise in both emerging technologies and their application in policy-making environments.

With a background rooted in finance, Massimo’s career has evolved to encompass venture capital and artificial intelligence, where he is well-versed in ethical considerations of AI technologies. Having served as a Senior Bank Analyst at Credit Lyonnais Securities and a Financial Analyst at JP Morgan Chase, he transitioned into academia and AI-related advisory roles, including a professorship in international finance and fintech at the University of Turin and South Central University for Nationalities in Wuhan. His unique insight into both finance and technology makes him a sought-after expert, particularly in his current roles with Neva SGR as an AI and Blockchain Expert and with the Blockchain Founders Fund as a Metaverse & Blockchain Expert.

Massimo’s work in ethics is particularly noteworthy, as he focuses on the moral, social, and legal implications of artificial intelligence, such as algorithmic discrimination, job automation, and data security breaches. As a Cybersecurity Expert for the UN Ad Hoc Committee, he has provided vital consultancy on how organisations can responsibly adopt AI solutions. His role with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) highlights his focus on standardising AI technologies to ensure they adhere to ethical frameworks, reinforcing his position as a global authority on these issues.

In addition to his extensive expertise, Massimo has consulted for numerous high-profile organisations, including UNECE as a Blockchain Expert and UNITAR as a Senior FinTech Consultant. He is now available as a keynote speaker at major conferences, offering insights into artificial intelligence, fintech, web3, and blockchain. With his deep understanding of venture capital investments, the ethical dimensions of AI, and his track record of consulting with global institutions, Massimo Buonomo is an invaluable voice in the conversation about the future of technology and its responsible development.