Michael Lustenberger is a senior researcher and lecturer at the Institute for Organizational Viability at the ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences in Switzerland. His work focuses on blockchain technologies, Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs), and the role of artificial intelligence in digital governance and organizational design. He has led applied research projects on DAO applications in digital democracy, collaborative housing, and new governance frameworks, exploring how AI and decentralized systems can enhance participation, efficiency, and decision-making in both public and private sectors.