Alex Page is a technology entrepreneur and investor known for his work in decentralized computing, data privacy, and blockchain technology. He is the co-founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Nillion, a company developing privacy-enhancing infrastructure for artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven applications. ^{[1] [2]}

Education

Page attended Southern Methodist University, where he completed two undergraduate degrees. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance from the SMU Cox School of Business and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance from the university. ^[3]

Career

Page began his professional career in the financial sector. Between 2006 and 2007, he held positions at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Fischer & Company, where his responsibilities included client acquisition, portfolio management, and real estate consulting. In 2008, he joined Goldman Sachs as a member of its Special Situations Group, a division that focuses on investing in distressed assets and complex, illiquid opportunities across global markets. He remained in this role until 2010, analyzing and executing investments in various non-traditional assets. Following his time at Goldman Sachs, Page transitioned to an advisory role at FTI Consulting from 2010 to 2011. There, he assisted corporations with operational and financial restructuring efforts. From 2011 to 2012, he worked at GLC Advisors & Co., specializing in corporate reorganizations, recapitalizations, and merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions.

In 2012, Page shifted his focus from finance to entrepreneurship, co-founding Sports Food Nutrition, a company that developed and marketed products for athletes and fitness consumers. He continued his work in the consumer goods space by launching Weekday Warriors in 2016, a brand centered on health-focused snacks. In 2017, he founded Flag First Capital, an alternative asset investment firm. The firm provided consulting and due diligence services for large capital raises and offered portfolio management advice. Page's interest in decentralized technology grew, and from 2020 to 2024, he served as an investor and general partner for a Hedera Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), supporting the development of its distributed ledger technology. In 2021, he co-founded Nillion and assumed the CEO role, focusing on building a decentralized infrastructure designed to secure data for the emerging AI economy. ^{[2] [4]}

Interviews

The Blind Computer

On the TEACHMEDEFI podcast in October 2025, Sohejl interviewed Page, who discussed the future of AI and privacy, emphasizing the need to embed privacy infrastructure into AI systems from the outset. He noted that consumers often value convenience over privacy, creating challenges in encouraging the adoption of privacy-focused applications. The conversation explored the role of decentralized AI systems that allow users to retain ownership and control of their data. Page introduced the concept of the “blind computer,” a system that uses privacy-enhancing technologies to protect data during computation. He expressed optimism that as privacy tools become more accessible, developers will increasingly design AI applications that prioritize user privacy, shifting how AI systems are developed and deployed. ^[5]

Nillion

On The Pipeline podcast in May 2025, host Danny interviewed Page, who discussed the implications of decentralized technologies for data privacy. The conversation highlighted the need for secure data handling practices in a world increasingly dominated by AI and data-driven manipulation by corporations. Page explained Nillian's focus on "blind computation," which allows data to remain secure while being processed, countering the vulnerabilities associated with traditional data usage. He shared insights into the project's mission to empower developers to create applications prioritizing user privacy. Additionally, Page elaborated on the role of community in driving these innovations and expressed hope for a future where individuals regain control over their digital identities amidst the rising importance of data security against potential misuse. ^[6]

AI Era Privacy

In a September 2024 interview with Temy, Page shared his journey from investment banking to technology entrepreneurship, inspired by the launch of Bitcoin and its implications for decentralized finance. He discussed his desire to improve privacy through innovative computation methods, particularly focusing on "blind computation." This approach enables sensitive data to be processed without exposing it, allowing for collaborative computation among parties without compromising individual privacy. Page emphasized the potential of this technology in various sectors, including finance and healthcare, highlighting uses such as secure data sharing among competitors. He expressed concerns about the future of digital identities and the dominance of large tech companies over personal data. Page concluded with advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, stressing the importance of finding exceptional team members and maintaining a clear focus on priorities in a startup's early stages. ^[4]

Panels

Beyond Blockchain

At TOKEN2049 in October 2023, a fireside chat featured figures like Arthur Hayes, Balaji Srinivasan, and Page discussing blockchain technology's evolution and future potential beyond its initial financial applications. They reflected on the significant developments over the past several years, particularly on decentralized finance (DeFi) and the increasing importance of cryptography and privacy-enhancing technologies, such as zero-knowledge proofs and multi-party computation. The conversation highlighted how these advancements could reshape individual sovereignty over money and data in a world facing economic uncertainty and potential systemic crises. Participants expressed optimism about the role of new decentralized systems in offering alternatives to traditional financial and governance structures, emphasizing the need for accessible technology to ensure broad adoption and the establishment of decentralized identities. ^[7]

Mathematical Breakthrough

A panel discussion titled "The Mathematical Breakthrough ‘Nillion’" occurred in New York City, hosted by the Hidden Forces podcast and the University of Pennsylvania in February 2023. The conversation included Nillion’s leadership team (Page, Vega, and Masanto). It revolved around the innovative technology called Nillion, which was described as a secure computing platform that utilizes secure multi-party computation (MPC) rather than a traditional blockchain. Notably, Nillion's architecture was designed for computational tasks, enabling secure data processing without revealing sensitive information to participating nodes. Throughout the discussion, the panelists highlighted the potential applications of Nillion, such as decentralized identity verification and user authentication, which could preserve privacy while enabling compliance with regulations. The panelists expressed excitement about the transformative possibilities that Nillion’s capabilities could offer, facilitating secure and efficient data handling in various scenarios without the limitations commonly associated with conventional blockchains. ^[12]