Lucas Ropek is a U.S.-based technology journalist and staff writer known for covering a wide range of tech topics including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, privacy, cryptocurrency, and broader tech policy issues. He writes regularly for outlets such as TechCrunch and Gizmodo, producing timely news stories that blend reporting on cutting-edge developments with accessible analysis for a general tech audience. Before focusing on national tech coverage, he gained experience working for newspapers and trade publications, and his work often appears syndicated across various major news platforms. Outside of his reporting, he engages with tech culture and trends, bringing both depth and curiosity to his writing.