Stanoje Rnić is a seasoned expert in the field of computer-enabled crime investigations. Throughout his career, he has specialized in darknet investigations, blockchain analytics, malware analysis, and ransomware investigations. He is the founder of the Digital Forensics Conference (DFC), one of Europe’s leading conferences dedicated to combating cybercrime, which convenes top global experts from the industry.

Born in Belgrade during the Yugoslav wars, Stanoje developed a passion for computers and gaming at a young age. By the age of 11, he started experimenting with BNC and eggdrop chat bots on IRC, which eventually led him to launch his first business in the gaming industry. Today, Stanoje is the CEO and Head of Investigations at Archibald Intelligence, a agency specializing in cybercrime investigations, and serves as the president of the Archibald Initiative, a digital forensics NGO dedicated to raising awareness and building capacity in digital forensics. He also co-founded the Blockchain Forensics Forum, the first event of its kind in Southeast Europe, and the Digital Forensics Conference, one of Europe’s largest conferences in the field.

Stanoje holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Science from the University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies in Belgrade, an institution established by the Government of the Republic of Serbia, Ministry of the Interior.

Recognized for his leadership and innovation, Stanoje was awarded a prestigious scholarship by the U.S. State Department as one of the most prominent young European leaders in the field of innovation.

As the CEO and Head of Investigations at Archibald Intelligence, Stanoje leads a team conducting high-level investigations into hacking, cryptocurrency scams, darknet activities, online harassment, public-space threats, and crimes involving child exploitation.

Through the Archibald Initiative, he strategically established the DFC and leads several non-profit projects aimed at bridging the gap between public and private sector efforts in combating cybercrime. He is also deeply committed to public education and awareness, recognizing that informed citizens are essential in the fight against cyber threats.