Ashutosh Synghal, Vice President of Engineering at Midcentury Labs Inc., is driving a revolution in AI and data privacy. A Stanford University graduate and visionary technology leader, Synghal is at the forefront of developing decentralized systems that safeguard sensitive data while enabling cutting-edge AI innovation.

At Midcentury Labs, Synghal leads the development of a private data platform for AI that aggregates private data from users and securely permissions it to developers for building the next generation of AI applications, agents, and models. The platform includes a consumer-facing application that allows individuals to control and monetize their private data for AI development through secure account connections and interactive data-sharing quests. The app provides an immersive, financial-grade interface that empowers individuals to participate in and benefit from AI advancements.

The platform also features a privacy-preserving blockchain protocol that processes data securely and enables responsible AI development. Using advanced cryptographic techniques such as zkTLS and secure compute environments (TEEs), the protocol allows private model training without exposing raw data. This approach ensures data integrity while guaranteeing fair compensation and controlled access for all participants.

“Privacy should be a fundamental right in the digital age,” says Synghal. “With decentralized systems, we can empower individuals and organizations to control their data without compromising innovation.”

Before joining Midcentury Labs, Synghal made key contributions to Amazon's checkout infrastructure, developing advanced systems that optimized delivery workflows and personalization strategies for millions of users, driving significant improvements in operational efficiency and customer experience.

Beyond his technical achievements, Synghal is recognized for his thought leadership in ethical AI and data equity. He recently served as a judge at the prestigious Sundai.Club Snowstorm Hackathon at the MIT Media Lab, evaluating groundbreaking privacy-first AI projects. His influence extends to academic research, including contributions to studies on race and gender biases in venture capital funding.

A passionate advocate for social impact, Synghal co-founded Dwaar, an NGO focused on grassroots empowerment initiatives in India. His mission is clear: to leverage technology to uplift underserved communities and democratize access to cutting-edge innovations.

Born and raised in Lucknow, India, Synghal’s journey from a single-parent household to becoming a leader in the U.S. tech industry is a testament to the transformative power of education and determination. Now based in New York, he continues to push boundaries in AI, blockchain, and ethical tech practices, with a vision of fostering global equity in the digital economy.

About Midcentury

Midcentury is a private data platform for AI that aggregates private data from users and securely permissions it to developers to build the next generation of AI applications, agents, and models. Its mission is to build a decentralized network that unlocks the world’s private data for AI advancement, shifting value and control from centralized entities to a network where individuals are rewarded for fueling AI’s growth.

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