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Pietro Saggese is an Assistant Professor at the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca, Italy, where he is affiliated with the Department of Economics and Data Science within the School of Economics, Management, and Data Science. He is also associated with the Complexity Science Hub (CSH) in Vienna, contributing to the Digital Currency Ecosystems research group. Prior to his current role, he was a postdoctoral researcher at CSH and the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology from 2021 to 2023.
- Bachelor’s and Master’s in Physics, University of Turin
- PhD in Economics and Data Science, IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca (2021)
Pietro Saggese's research centers on cryptofinance and cryptoasset analytics, with a particular focus on decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystems. He investigates the interplay between DeFi protocols on Ethereum to assess risks and opportunities, analyzes arbitrage behavior in Bitcoin, detects financial bots on blockchains, and evaluates the governance structures of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs). His work combines data science, complex systems theory, and economic modeling to provide empirical insights into digital currency markets.
His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward understanding systemic structures in DeFi, including composability, governance centralization, and solvency risks. The works span technical blockchain analysis, economic modeling, and regulatory implications, highlighting an interdisciplinary approach to cryptoeconomic systems.
Scientific Awards and Recognition:
- No specific awards listed in the text, though his collaborator Stefan Kitzler won a research prize for a DeFi-related paper.
Pietro actively collaborates with researchers at CSH, AIT, and IMT Lucca on grants and projects related to digital currency ecosystems. His advising roles are not explicitly mentioned, but his publications suggest mentorship and collaboration with early-career researchers. He is involved in high-impact research projects on blockchain transparency, DAO governance, and financial stability in crypto markets.
He is a key contributor to the Digital Currency Ecosystems research initiative at the Complexity Science Hub, where he continues to publish and present on pressing issues in decentralized finance, including power concentration in DAOs and the solvency of crypto exchanges.
