A technology convergence advocate focused on shaping how emerging technologies will transform our society and business landscape. As Chief Innovation Officer, I guide product development and digital transformation strategies, specializing in extended reality (xR), machine learning and artificial intelligence, and distributed ledger technologies.My work spans both technical and strategic leadership in:• Metaverse enablement technologies and xR solutions for industrial and cultural applications• Advanced ML/AI implementations, focusing on natural language processing, information retrieval, computer vision and media generation pipelines• Enterprise blockchain systems and non-financial distributed applications.I partner with multinational leaders across diverse sectors including luxury/fashion, automotive, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and banking, helping shape their technological transformation journeys.As an educator and speaker, I regularly lecture on ML/AI and xR transformation, combining technical depth with crucial discussions on ethics and societal impact. Previously co-founded Oniride, an xR content creation studio specializing in immersive experiences for arts, culture, and advertising. Earlier background includes partnership at Cugia Cuomo & Associati, where I handled high-value TMT and fashion industry cross-border M&A transactions and regulatory compliance.I believe in responsible innovation that empowers rather than constrains, working to ensure emerging technologies serve human creativity and potential.