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Daveed Benjamin
American technologist and children's writer
Daveed Benjamin is the Chief Executive Officer of Presence Labs, a position he has held since October 2020. Under his leadership, the company focuses on enabling website owners to create communities on their sites without relying on traditional internet platforms. This initiative aims to foster direct interactions among users, akin to meeting in a physical space like a café or shop.12
Benjamin has a strong background in technology and social entrepreneurship. He holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Engineering from Stanford University. His career spans various roles, including being the founder of Ordweb.io and Bridgit.io, where he emphasizes the use of technology for community building and decentralized knowledge sharing. He is also involved in several initiatives related to the Next Generation Internet (NGI) and has authored works related to environmental and social issues.135
In addition to his role at Presence Labs, Benjamin is recognized for his contributions to Web3 technologies and has been an active participant in projects aimed at enhancing community engagement and cognitive freedom in the digital space.14
