Founder & CEO of Actioneer, Founder & Trustee of Network Society Research & Managing Director at Beyond Enterprizes, AI & Blockchain Expert
David Orban’s Biography:
David Orban is a globally recognised technology futurist, entrepreneur, investor and keynote speaker, renowned for his expertise in artificial intelligence, blockchain and the future of society. Currently serving as Founder & CEO of Actioneer, Founder & Trustee of Network Society Research, and Managing Director at Beyond Enterprizes, David has become one of the technology industry’s most respected thought leaders. Having delivered more than 100 keynote speeches for organisations including Cisco, Oracle, Accenture and Roche, he is celebrated for translating complex technological concepts into engaging and practical insights. One of David’s most notable achievements came in 2014 when he became the first person to own Ether during the launch of Ethereum, firmly establishing his reputation as a pioneer within decentralised technologies and cryptocurrency innovation.
Born in Budapest and educated in Italy, David developed a strong interest in science and innovation through his background in physics. He began his professional journey as a Product Manager at AISoftware in 1987, where his passion for emerging technologies first took shape. In 1993, he founded Questar, marking the beginning of a long entrepreneurial career that would span multiple industries and technological revolutions. Throughout the years, David founded and co-founded a series of influential ventures including WideTag, Vulcano, Axelera, Futuroid, and Dotwords, consistently positioning himself ahead of major global technology trends. Alongside his entrepreneurial work, he became an active advocate for innovation, human progress and technological advancement, serving on the Advisory Board of the Lifeboat Foundation from 2007 and later becoming Faculty & Advisor at Singularity University in 2009.
As blockchain and artificial intelligence became increasingly influential, David emerged as one of the world’s leading voices on how these technologies could reshape society, economics and business. An active Bitcoin investor since 2010, he helped drive the adoption of blockchain technologies across startups and investment communities worldwide. David has also held a number of prestigious advisory and leadership roles, including Chairman of the Supervisory Council for SingularityNET, Member of the Board of Directors at Humanity+, and mentor for the Thiel Fellowship. His work reflects a strong commitment to responsible innovation and ethical technology development, particularly in relation to human-centric AI. As the author of ‘Something New: AIs And Us’, David explores how artificial intelligence is redefining entrepreneurship, society and the future of human identity. He further shares his insights through his podcasts, ‘The Context’ and ‘Searching for the Question’, where he examines the broader consequences of accelerating technological change.
Why Hire David Orban?
Event organisers hire David Orban because he combines visionary thinking with genuine commercial and technological expertise. His keynote speeches cover topics such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, cryptocurrency, decentralised societies, digital transformation, innovation, entrepreneurship and the future of work. David’s presentations are particularly valuable for organisations looking to understand how emerging technologies will impact leadership, strategy and economic growth in the years ahead. Known for his intellectual depth, engaging delivery and ability to simplify highly technical concepts, David inspires audiences to think differently about the opportunities and challenges created by rapid technological evolution. Whether addressing global corporations, technology conferences or leadership summits, David equips audiences with the knowledge and perspective needed to adapt confidently to a rapidly changing world.
David Orban’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define David Orban’s remarkable career:
- 2025 – Appointed Strategic Advisor at RaiseTalks.ai
- 2024 – Became Advisor at Sensay
- 2023 – Delivered TEDx talk ‘AI, A Bridge To Tomorrow’
- 2023 – Appointed Chief Executive Officer of Actioneer
- 2022 – Advisor for Cheetahx
- 2021 – Became Managing Advisor at Beyond Enterprizes
- 2020 – Advisor at The Singularity Group
- 2020 – Advisor at Emma Group
- 2019 – Appointed Chairman of the Supervisory Council at SingularityNET
- 2018 – Member of the Board of Directors at The Singularity Group
- 2016 – Founded SingularityU Italy
- 2015 – Founded Network Society Research
- 2014 – Became the first person to own Ether during Ethereum’s launch
- 2011 – Mentor at the Thiel Fellowship
- 2009 – Appointed Faculty & Advisor at Singularity University
- 2007 – Joined the Advisory Board of the Lifeboat Foundation
- 1993 – Founded Questar
Videos
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Testimonials
“The professionalism and expertise that David brings to an audience is outstanding. As an esteemed guest on Ironhold Capital’s Investor Roundtable, David meticulously navigated the nuances of the financial markets and investment management. I thoroughly enjoyed David’s take on the venture capital industry and the expertise he brought to the roundtable as an extremely knowledgeable, seasoned veteran. David’s work with Venture Capital is continuously evolving, with new strategies and unique takes being pumped out at an astonishing rate. Speaking with David has been a truly inspiring and insightful experience, to say the least.” – Paul, IronHold Capital
“The first time I saw him was during the Italian series “Code: life is digital” and I have always loved the way how he used to express and share what he used to know.
Now, I know him and I have understood that he not only is a good and knowledgeable speaker, but he is also a good person: he is kind, friendly, and generous. He is an example of what I think: “The most successful people are also the most generous ones.” – Guido, Synthetic Biology & Computational Biology
“As a venture investor and an advisor to many startups, I’d like to recommend David Orban as a capable, results-oriented leader who matches vision with execution. David is strong at people management, distributed organizations, and tech strategy. David is also a superb speaker and a mensch.” – Brian, Co-founding Partner of Alpha Partners
“David is a phenomenal innovator, and most of all, he helps others look into the future, and learn about themselves. His unique abilities have enabled many, including myself, to evolve in their professional career, and in their life.” – Eric, Co-founder at NATIVA
Speaking Topics
David Orban’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Web3 & Emerging Technologies
- The Future of Work
- The Future of Humanity
- Technology Ethics
- Leadership in the Digital Age
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Human-Centric AI
- Exponential Technologies
- Digital Transformation
- Decentralised Societies
- Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
- Artificial Intelligence
How Much Does David Orban Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire David Orban?
David Orban’s speaking fee reflects his international reputation as a pioneering AI and blockchain expert, entrepreneur and futurist. Fees vary depending on event location, format, audience size, preparation requirements and exclusivity. Please contact us directly for a tailored quote and availability.