Lodovico Minelli Sarteri
Frontier Technology Strategist & Venture Advisor
AI. Digital finance. Biotech. Human capability. Culture. I study what changes—and what can be built next.
I advise founders, investors, family offices and institutions. I help them make decisions before the market is clear.
My work joins technology, capital, human behavior and culture. The output is practical: sharper theses, stronger positioning and systems built to last.
Sovereign Intelligence asks whether progress expands human agency or creates dependence.
Based in the Alps. Working globally.
Proof of Culture follows the art, cryptography, hacker culture and human experiments behind the work.
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AI is becoming infrastructure. Money is becoming software. Culture still moves first. I am working where those systems change control, capability and trust.
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Essays and field notes on technology, capital, culture and human agency. Start with Frontier Intelligence. The archive goes back to 2010.
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Early Summer Design Discussion on the Côte d’Azur
A short trip between Montecarlo and Saint Tropez turned design meetings into something lighter. Co branding discussions flowed easily with the sea nearby. An aperitif became inevitable. The port revealed its full theatre. Night arrived at 1051 Club with music, movement, and unforced clarity.
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“Humanize AI”, Brunello Cucinelli & Silicon Valley Giants
At the “Second Symposium on Soul and Economics in Solomeo Italy,” the honorary degree awarded by the University of Perugia to Reid Hoffman the founder of LinkedIn: AI should not be feared In an emotional and significant setting, Reid Hoffman, visionary entrepreneur and founder of…
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Arsham’s Soul Gesture to Blind Friend: Venice’s Great Touching Moment
Renowned contemporary artist Daniel Arsham has once again astounded audiences with his latest exhibition, “VENICE 3024,” showcased at La Biennale in Venice. In a world where visual experiences often dominate, Arsham’s ability to transcend the purely visual captivates, offering a revelation for those willing to…
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Returning to China: the New Year of the Dragon
After years away due to pandemic border closures, returning to China held a special significance for me. Though a brief layover in Beijing in March 2022 was marred by visa issues, it hardly counted as a visit. This time, however, marked a quick business trip,…
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From Cashless Wonders to Smart Cars: Unveiling China’s Digital Revolution
Embarking on a brief business trip to Shanghai & Hangzhou, often hailed as the “Chinese Silicon Valley,” felt like stepping into a time capsule catapulting me a decade ahead. Despite my frequent visits to China pre-pandemic, it had been over five years since my last…
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Calcultating Empires in Milan
The exhibition “Calculating Empires, A Genealogy of Technology and Power, 1500-2025” curated by researchers Kate Crawford and Vladan Joler at the Osservatorio of Fondazione Prada in Milan, exemplifies a focused inquiry into the current technological landscape, particularly artificial intelligence. The exhibition, 23 Nov 2023 –…
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Airalo: Disrupting Connectivity with e-SIM Innovation
As a seasoned traveler, I’ve navigated the evolving landscape of international calling and connectivity since the era of collected-call from UK telephone cabins, then Blackberries and so on. I’ve run the game – from executing ninja-like manoeuvres to procure local SIMs to be plugged in…
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Masterminds Unite: A Confluence of Art, Innovation, and Friendship
Embarking on a journey that has woven our lives together countless times, we find ourselves at the long-awaited juncture of reconnecting with our global circle of friends. The paths we’ve traversed are so numerous that recalling each intersection has become a delightful challenge. Now, at…
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J. Demsky Metro for Capitale della Cultura
I had the honor of curating J. Demsky’s special activation for Capitale della Cultura 2023. Demsky created two magnificent art installations in his unique style—a large-scale mural covering the MetroBrescia deposit building and a captivating wholecar adorning a traveling subway train.
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H-FARM, Federico Faggin Drew the Line Between Humans and AI
We met Federico Faggin at H-FARM in 2023. Not a tourist. Not a myth. A man who shaped the digital age stood among us, talking about beginnings before outcomes. In his words, innovation wasn’t a spectacle, it was a quiet, relentless act of curiosity that…
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Biongevity
Naming Project: “Health & Longevity Clinic Naming CLIENT: Confidential (personalized longevity startup)DELIVERABLE: Strategic naming + digital checks + positioning rationale 1. Client Brief (Provided by Buyer) “We’re creating a personalized longevity and wellness clinic that combines advanced diagnostics, epigenetic testing, and lifestyle optimization. The goal…
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Emotion Design Workshop in Vienna
Emotitech had a significant presence at the International B2B Software Days 2023, offering a valuable opportunity to engage with influential business and institutional figures. Invited by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG), Lodovico Minelli Sarteri and Hoby Wedler conducted an EMOTITECH® workshop focused on Emotion…