Nilay Patel is the Editor-in-chief of The Verge, a prominent technology news website, a position he has held since 2014. With a background as a lawyer, he is recognized for his ability to report on and explain complex legal situations in everyday terminology within the technology sector. Prior to his current role, Patel spent four years as Managing Editor of Engadget, where he was responsible for blogging, and was part of the team that started The Verge in 2011.