Massimo Politi was a hacker in the truest sense of the word: he had a visceral love for taking things apart. 

While his wife Milly looked on somewhat disheartened and his son Francesco initially remained indifferent, he loved bringing home all sorts of things: monitors, scanners, televisions.

To him, it was an irresistible fascination. 

Even though they were “dead” objects, he believed each had a story to tell. He loved gifting unique artworks made solely from electronic components. 

One fine day, the home phone rang and Milly heard on the other end: “Uh… hello, I’m Batman. Is manray there?” 

Massimo had become a member of Metro Olografix, thanks to his friendship with the “scout” soul of the association (Stefano Lista) and his lifelong friend Umberto ‘Upaz’ Pazienza.

The call of hacking: the desire to share a passion that captivates you, fills you with enthusiasm, and makes you happy. 

Within the association, being a bank official, he was soon enlisted as treasurer. 

It was only after a few years that his son (sugo) and his nephew (blended) also became members, diving into a world that still shapes their lives today.

last manray: Fri Aug 14 2020 

“A hacker does for love what others would not do for money”