Maria Korolov

Award-winning technology journalist covering AI and cybersecurity. She also writes science fiction novels and edits a sci-fi and fantasy magazine.

Maria Korolov is an award-winning technology journalist with a focus on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. She is a speaker, science fiction author, magazine editor, and YouTube channel host.

With over 20 years of experience in enterprise technology reporting, Maria has contributed to prestigious publications like CIO, CSO, Network World, and PCWorld.

Maria has a diverse background in journalism, having worked for renowned media outlets such as the Chicago Tribune, Reuters, UPI, and the Associated Press. She also has experience as a war correspondent in conflict zones like Chechnya and Afghanistan.

Currently, Maria is the publisher and editor of Hypergrid Business, a leading publication in virtual environments since 2009. She also founded MetaStellar, an online speculative fiction magazine with a rapidly growing contributor base.

Maria's educational background includes a BA in Mathematics from Cornell University and studies at Nottingham High School.

Throughout her career, Maria has held various editorial and leadership roles in organizations like MetaStellar, Data Center Knowledge, IDG, China Speakers Bureau, and more.