Brock Benton

University of Colorado Boulder • Incoming SWE @ Gemini • 2024 Boettcher Scholar

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I am an honors Computer Science and Economics student at the University of Colorado Boulder. Within the Computer Science department, I am a Co-President for CU Blockchain and a Co-Chair for the CS Undergraduate Advising Committee (CSUAC).

My interests lie at the crossroads of theory and systems. I am particularly focused on the use cases of blockchain technology, the rise of agentic AI, and the philosphical foundations of economics.

As of March 2026, I will be working at Gemini this summer as a Software Engineering Intern in NYC. Prior to this role, I finished my third summer at Alamosa School District working in the information technology department. Within my role, I managed the repairs, inventorying (via Incident IQ), and cloning (via the FOG Project and Chrome’s FlexOS) of over 3000 laptops and desktops that support 2100+ students and 440+ staff members.

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Mar 23, 2026 I am extremely excited to announce that I will be working at Gemini this summer as a Software Engineering Intern in NYC. Thanks to everyone for the continued support!
Feb 23, 2026 This last week has been busy: I led a fireside chat with Coinbase, ran a data-focused lecture on prediction markets with Polymarket, and hosted the largest ETHDenver student mixer in the history of the conference. I am incredibly grateful to lead these initiatives and contribute to the onchain future. Go CU Blockchain!
Dec 07, 2025 Over this last weekend, I participated in my first hackathon at the Midwest Blockchain Conference. Our team developed a prediction-powered escrow that acts as an onchain commitment device. Alongside hacking, I networked with dozens of students, recruiters, founders, and venture capitalists from across the nation.
Apr 07, 2025 I had the opportunity to compete in the 2025 Daniels Fund National Ethics Case Competition where my team and I applied ethical principles to real-world business challenges, navigating complex scenarios where moral values and business interests collide.
Apr 02, 2024 I am grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the Boettcher Scholarship, a prestigious full-ride award granted each year to 50 Colorado high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, leadership, community and school involvement, and strong character.