Salvatore Gariuolo Author

Salvatore Gariuolo is a leading expert in the future of mobility and the broader impact of emerging technologies. His work bridges academic insight with practical application, helping both industry and the public navigate a rapidly evolving technology landscape. He regularly presents his work at international conferences, and shares insights through podcasts and interviews.

He currently serves as Senior Threat Researcher at Trend Micro, where he investigates risks across a wide range of technologies, from connected vehicles to Artificial Intelligence (AI). His research examines how these complex technologies may evolve and create new threats, informing strategies to mitigate risks before they materialise.

Gariuolo holds a PhD from Cranfield University and a master’s degree in computer science engineering from the University of Naples Federico II. With nearly a decade of research experience, he previously served as Research Fellow at Cranfield University, leading projects on connected and autonomous vehicle systems. He is also the founder of VEICOLNET, a company advising the automotive sector on strategy, innovation, and security, helping organisations navigate emerging technologies, regulatory compliance, and risk.

Stefano Longo is an internationally recognised leader in AI-driven mobility, specialising in intelligent decision-making algorithms that power everything from advanced battery systems to autonomous driving. With a career spanning academia, industry, and deep-tech innovation, he has delivered more than 10 major R&D programmes and contributed to shaping the next generation of automated and electrified transport.

He currently serves as Head of Intellectual Property at Embotech AG in Switzerland, Associate Professor in Automated Vehicles at Cranfield University in the UK and strategic advisor for startups and incubation centres. His work blends cutting-edge research with real-world deployment, supported by a strong record of collaboration with OEMs, Tier-1s, and technology start-ups. Stefano is inventor on a growing portfolio of patents and author of multiple books and over 90 publications that have influenced industrial practice and academic research in control, optimisation, and autonomous systems.

He has held senior academic and industrial roles, directed specialist postgraduate programmes, supervised extensive doctoral research, and contributed to national and international research councils. He is a Senior Member of IEEE, Chartered Engineer, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, regularly invited to speak at global conferences on autonomy, electrification, and intelligent mobility.