Davide Venturelli

Ph.D. in theoretical physics, but also a former student of International Diplomatic Studies. Recent Silicon Valley expats, founder of an italian tech Startup (Archon Dronics) and advisor of a couple of others.
Work at NASA Ames reserch center on quantum computing, applied to AI and optimization.
Performing card stunts magic tricks occasionally, member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

To make sense of the above: I am still figuring out how to found my own country somewhere in international waters, or perhaps on the moon, but in the meanwhile I study how atomic bombs works, and how to use a fleet of semi-intelligent drones just to help my rusty diplomatic skills. And if this doesn't work, I still have a shot for the biggest con ever performed!

Sounds like a good plan?
Plan B is winning a nobel prize, let the Singularity happen and retire to play the videogames and roleplaying games I don't have time to play since I grew up.