Technologist in the Creator Economy | LinkedIn Top Voice & B2B Influencer | Sustainability Advocate

Antonio Grasso is the Founder and CEO of Digital Business Innovation Srl, a startup driving advancements in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, blockchain, and cybersecurity. With over 40 years of experience in information technology, he is recognized globally as a technologist, author, keynote speaker, and content creator with a focus on human-centric innovation.

As a global B2B influencer, he collaborates with major technology companies to share strategic insights on digital transformation, emerging technologies, and ethical innovation. His thought leadership — aimed at business leaders, C-level executives, and decision-makers — is expressed through executive dialogues, keynote speeches, branded content, and social media campaigns reaching a wide international audience.
Often described as a trusted voice in the ears of top management, Antonio helps leaders interpret digital change with clarity and strategic depth.

In 2024, he was granted a patent in the field of generative AI for a method and system that autonomously generates infographics from text using a combination of neural networks — a result that reflects his commitment to building the technologies he discusses, remaining hands-on in the innovation he promotes.

Antonio also works with public institutions and multinational organizations. He has contributed to European Commission initiatives such as Next Generation Internet and AI4EU, and serves as an Accredited Global Mentor for Startups and Scaleups through the World Business Angels Investment Forum, a partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion.

He is the author of Toward a Post-Digital Society – Where Digital Evolution Meets People's Revolution, a book that explores how technologies like AI, blockchain, and Web3 intersect with societal transformation, influencing everyday life, business models, and long-term resilience.

Antonio’s mission is to raise awareness about the opportunities and risks of digital transformation, promoting a vision of progress that aligns technological innovation with ethics, inclusivity, and collective well-being.

Beyond technology, he is committed to social equity and knowledge access. Through his project agrassoblog.org, he supports entrepreneurial empowerment and digital inclusion in emerging countries, using social media to democratize knowledge and foster a more balanced future.

At MWC 2026, discussions at Huawei forums raised an important question: how can technological innovation advance while ensuring that no one is left behind?

While artificial intelligence and next-generation networks dominate the global conversation, millions of people still lack reliable connectivity and basic digital skills.

Bridging this gap requires not only new technologies but also sustainable infrastructure models and initiatives that bring connectivity and knowledge to underserved communities.

In my latest article in partnership with Huawei, I reflect on how innovation and digital inclusion must progress together, drawing on examples ranging from rural connectivity solutions to digital skills programs and smart village initiatives.

If digital transformation is to create real opportunities, expanding access must remain at the center of the conversation.

Read my full article here.

#AI #DigitalInclusion #TECHCares #Huawei #MWC

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At the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, discussions about technology were largely dominated by artificial intelligence and the rapid accelerat

Open article: Huawei Prompts Rethinking Digital Inclusion in the Era of AI by Antonio Grasso • 6 min read

Huawei Prompts Rethinking Digital Inclusion in the Era of AI

IoT devices extend the attack surface deep into operations, connecting sensors, cameras, and industrial assets to critical data flows.

In this context, weak passwords, unpatched firmware, and flat networks create systemic exposure, so segmentation, encryption, continuous monitoring, and staff training become structural controls rather than optional safeguards. 

#IoTSecurity #CyberSecurity #DigitalInfrastructure

Antonio Grasso is the Founder and CEO of Digital Business Innovation Srl, a startup leading advancements in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, blockchain, and cybersecurity. With over 40 years of experience in information technology, Antonio is a technologist, author, keynote speaker, and content creator recognized globally.

In 2024, he was granted a Generative AI patent for a "Method and system for the autonomous and cognitive generation of infographics from a text through a combination of artificial neural networks." He has also been named a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce (FRSA) for his contributions to social progress.

Antonio collaborates with multinational companies and public institutions and has worked with the European Commission on projects like Next Generation Internet and AI4EU. He also serves as an Accredited Global Mentor for Startups and Scaleups through the World Business Angels Investment Forum, a partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion.

He is also the author of "Toward a Post-Digital Society - Where Digital Evolution Meets People's Revolution." The book delves into the intersection of cutting-edge technologies like AI, blockchain, and Web3 with societal evolution, exploring their impact on daily life, business, and sustainability.

Antonio aims to enlighten society about the opportunities and challenges of digital transformation, striving to create a more sustainable, human-centric future. His voice resonates with those who believe in leveraging technology to harmonize progress and human values.

Beyond technology, Antonio is a strong advocate for sustainability and social inclusion. Through his project agrassoblog.org, he promotes entrepreneurial empowerment and social inclusion in emerging nations, leveraging social media to democratize knowledge and create a more equitable, sustainable future.

Technologist & Global B2B Influencer | Founder & CEO | LinkedIn Top Voice | Driven by Human-Centricity

Human-centered AI improves system performance by integrating feedback, collaboration, and ethical design into model development. 

Growing regulatory pressure and public scrutiny require organizations to align algorithms with real user needs, so transparency, usability, and trust become operational priorities rather than abstract principles.

#HumanCenteredAI #EthicalAI #DigitalLeadership

AI avatars are entering clinical workflows as first-line digital interfaces for triage, guidance, and follow-up, extending medical support beyond physical facilities.

Healthcare systems face staff shortages and rising demand, so scalable conversational agents can reduce pressure on providers while protecting data and patient trust. 

#Healthcare #DigitalHealth #HealthTech

AI-driven discovery and privacy-preserving computation are moving from research programs toward operational agendas.

Investment choices begin to shift across health systems and digital infrastructure since laboratories now connect more directly with policy decisions.

#EmergingTech #AIResearch

Extended Reality is moving technical support from static manuals to live, contextual guidance embedded in the field. As assets grow distributed and expertise is scarce, remote overlays and shared data reduce errors and downtime, while strengthening skills and safety on site.

#ExtendedReality #Industry40 #DigitalOperations

Healthcare systems manage sensitive data across fragmented platforms with limited mutual trust. A blockchain ledger with smart contracts introduces verifiable records and controlled consent, so hospitals coordinate data access without losing governance and patients retain real oversight of their information.

#Blockchain #HealthTech #DataSecurity

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