Reuben Paul
Reuben, now 18, was recognized as a child prodigy by Microsoft Network in 2014 for his exceptional hacking skills at just 8 years old. Over the past decade, he has delivered over 30 keynotes on cybersecurity topics, often with live hacking demonstrations. Inspired by letters from kids worldwide eager to learn, Reuben founded CyberShaolin, a nonprofit dedicated to making cybersecurity education free and accessible. He has empowered thousands of kids and adults to navigate the digital world safely through engaging videos and hands-on labs.
In high school, Reuben combined his love for technology and innovation to create Notifeye, an AI-powered driver safety device. Leading his team to win national pitch competitions, he earned recognition as the Texas Business Hall of Fame’s 2023 Outstanding High School Entrepreneur. Now, Reuben is entering a new chapter as a freshman at the University of Texas, Austin, studying business at the McCombs School. He serves in a leadership position on the Board of a premier finance organization - the University Securities Investment Team (USIT), as the Marketing Chair. He aims to blend tech and business knowledge to fuel his future ventures.
Reuben is a former competitive gymnast and 3rd-degree Shaolin Kung Fu black belt.
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