About the author

David L. Wadley

<strong>David L. Wadley</strong> is an award-winning author, SEC-accredited investor, and cultural innovator recognized for his groundbreaking work at the intersection of <strong>artificial intelligence</strong>, <strong>economics</strong>, and <strong>African American empowerment</strong>. As a leading voice in AI and Black futurism, Wadley creates content designed to educate, inspire, and equip readers for the rapidly evolving digital economy.<br>​​​​​​​<br>He is the author of <strong>AI Stocks Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide to AI Investing and Online Trading</strong>, a highly accessible guide that helps new and experienced investors navigate <strong>AI-driven markets</strong>, build smart investment strategies, and leverage technology for long-term financial growth.<br>​​​​​​​<br>Wadley is also the author of the Afrofuturist political thriller <strong>Kamala 2028</strong>, a fast-paced novel centered on <strong>AI, U.S. politics, and the power of Black women</strong> in shaping the future. The book blends suspense, technology, and cultural insight to imagine a high-stakes battle for the 2028 election.<br>​​​​​​​<br>In addition to his fiction and nonfiction works, Wadley is the creator of <strong>The AI Revolution: African American Trilogy</strong>, which includes <em>The AI Revolution Will Not Be Televised</em>, <em>Passport Bro</em>, and <em>Bulls, Bears, and Bad Bitches</em>. This trilogy explores AI, culture, and financial literacy through an empowering Afrofuturist lens—making Wadley one of today’s most influential voices in the future of Black innovation.<br>​​​​​​​<br>The first volume in the trilogy, <em>The AI Revolution Will Not Be Televised</em>, earned the <strong>Literary Titan Gold Book Award</strong> and was named a <strong>Finalist in the Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards</strong>. Blending narrative fiction with actionable financial insights, Wadley’s work seeks to advance financial literacy—particularly among Black women—by connecting modern investing principles to broader cultural, economic, and historical narratives.<br>​​​​​​​<br>Wadley’s recognition on <strong>April 4, 2025</strong>, carries deep symbolic significance, aligning with the fifty-seventh anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. Wadley argues that King’s death was tied not only to his civil rights leadership but also to his economic activism through the <strong>Poor People’s Campaign</strong>, which sought to confront systemic inequality. For Wadley, King’s unfinished work finds renewed relevance in the <strong>Fourth Industrial Revolution</strong>, where AI markets offer new pathways for self-directed investing, wealth creation, and collective empowerment.<br>​​​​​​​<br>As the founder and president of <strong>The Price Bandit LLC</strong>, Wadley leads a financial education and investment platform dedicated to expanding women’s participation in the rapidly growing AI and technology sectors. The company partners with <strong>Wharton Online</strong>, providing discounted access to certificate programs, and maintains affiliate relationships with <strong>CNBC Investing Club</strong> and <strong>CNBC Pro</strong>. Through his influential YouTube channel, he merges market commentary with cultural expression—pairing CNBC interviews with R&amp;B soundscapes—to make investing intuitive, engaging, and culturally resonant.<br>​​​​​​​<br>As part of this multimedia approach, Wadley also introduced <strong>Stock Soul</strong>, a signature fusion of classic R&amp;B rhythms and wealth-building wisdom. Drawing from his experience as a Hollywood supervising sound editor and independent filmmaker, he produces content that transforms financial concepts into soulful, relatable narratives. Stock Soul serves as an inspirational soundtrack for cultivating a wealth mindset, reinforcing Wadley’s ability to bridge culture, creativity, and financial empowerment.<br>​​​​​​​<br>Additionally, Wadley is an <strong>accredited investor</strong> under U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) standards, a designation that reflects his financial sophistication and grants access to private equity and early-stage investment opportunities.<br>​​​​​​​<br>Through his writing, media platforms, and educational ventures, David L. Wadley positions himself at the forefront of a movement that connects cultural legacy with technological innovation. By aligning Dr. King’s enduring vision with the opportunities emerging in the AI era, he frames financial literacy, economic agency, and technological participation as powerful acts of empowerment and remembrance.<br>​​​​​​​<br><strong>Wadley’s message remains clear:</strong> the Black AI Revolution is here—and every individual has the power to invest, rise, and transform today’s opportunities into generational wealth.