Tanya Dadasheva

Co-founder of Ainekko and AIFoundry.org, building Open Source AI future, ex-VC and OSS policy maker, mission-driven enterprenuer

Tanya Dadasheva is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in the tech industry, having worked in various roles spanning from tech VC to public sector and enterprise environments.

She has a deep-rooted mission to facilitate the relocation of tech companies and the repatriation of intellectual property. Her early experience in math academia instilled a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration and contributing to research processes.

Tanya is a strong advocate for an open, collaborative, and role-diverse tech ecosystem, emphasizing the limitations of classical investment and economic structures.

Her current focus lies within the evolving landscape of AI, where she envisions a decentralized and self-governed 'Open Source AI' future alongside Roman Shaposhnik.

Tanya's educational background includes studying Mathematics at Lomonosov Moscow State University, further complemented by advanced studies at the Educational Scientific Center of the university.

She has previously been associated with organizations like AIFoundry.org, Ainekko, The IP Paperclip Project Ltd., Public Expert Council, Data Economy, A. Galaxy, R.A.I.F, and DMarket (now a part of Mythical Games). Tanya has also served as an Investment Director at Almaz Capital.