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Dave Troy

b. 1971

Entrepreneur and investigative journalist

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About Dave Troy

Born 1971. Dave Troy is a journalist.

Dave Troy (born December 1971) is an American technology entrepreneur, disinformation researcher, and investigative journalist. In his investigative journalism he focuses on information warfare, extremism, and threats to democracy.

Early life and education Dave Troy grew up in Severna Park, a suburb of Baltimore. In 1984, at the age of twelve, he launched his own bulletin board system (BBS), initially using his family's telephone line.

From 1985 to 1989, he attended the private college-preparatory Severn School in Severna Park. He sold the successful company in 2004. Twittervision was officially recognized as the first application to use the Twitter API. Both projects were included in the 2008 exhibition Design and the Elastic Mind at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Developed with volunteers, it was promoted by media outlets including NPR and attracted widespread public participation.

He became a coordinator and promoter of Baltimore's technology scene. In 2009, he co-founded Beehive Baltimore, the city's first coworking space, and the angel investment group Baltimore Angels.

His investigative journalism focuses on threats to democracy, information warfare, extremism, and the historical context of contemporary political developments. He writes "The Wide Angle" column for the American digital magazine Washington Spectator

He speaks at conferences including TED and appears in the media Since 2022, he has hosted the podcast Dave Troy Presents.

Personal life Dave Troy lives in Baltimore. He is married and has two adult children. He is a certified private pilot.

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David Troy, Toad

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entrepreneur and investigative journalist

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Dave Troy was born in 1971.

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Dave Troy is a journalist.

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· Wikipedia: Dave Troy

· Wikidata: Q23768720

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