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Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski

CEO and founder at MatterFI and 2 other companies
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Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski is a seasoned tech leader with a track record of pioneering innovative solutions in the crypto world. As the CTO and co-founder of SwissFortress and CEO, co-founder, co-inventor of MatterFi, Michal merges visionary strategy with hands-on tech know-how, propelling both companies towards defining the future of digital asset management.

Having spearheaded MatterFi since 2020, Michal's leadership has been pivotal in developing a ground-breaking security platform that paves the way for a future where bespoke security and unparalleled ease of use converge, unlocking immense potential in the world of consumer and institutional finance. His prior experience as President and Co-founder of Rune Wallet, acquired by MatterFi, led to the creation of both off-chain and on-chain hardware and software wallets, enabling crypto transactions to be as accessible as Paypal. Mehow has authored nine patents at MatterFi.

Michal's early career as a hacker and CTO for various government and private entities shaped his expertise in network security and software security. His significant contributions include pioneering security work on gambling devices, electronic voting machines and intelligence gathering systems. His talent for programming, rooted in his teenage years, led him to pass over 70 certification exams and earning 20+ IT and programming certifications. He holds a BA in Echols Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.

At SwissFortress, Michal Pospieszalski leverages his wealth of knowledge and vast experience to craft an environment that marries simplicity with the power of crypto. His vision is to empower individuals to step into the future of digital assets, equipped with the right tools and technology. His goal? To make SwissFortress your personal digital asset fortress.

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  • Smart Contracts: Unlocking a $2 Billion Market by 2034
    Mehow emphasizes the need for secure, composable ecosystems to reach a $2 billion market. He highlights challenges like vulnerability, usability gaps, and interoperability. Solutions include cryptographic protections, AI agents, and user-friendly interfaces. Overcoming these hurdles is crucial for smart contracts to fulfill their potential.
  • Bybit Hack Exposes Critical Flaws in Crypto Security
    Mehow highlights Bybit's swift response but stresses the hack's root cause: manipulation via Ledger devices. He warns, “trust is shaken,” urging a shift to cryptographic name-based transactions to prevent human error. The hack serves as a wake-up call for the industry to enhance security measures beyond raw wallet addresses.
  • AI Agents in Trading: Navigating the Wild West of Crypto
    Mehow explains their use of Model Context Protocol for AI agents that provide crypto recommendations, not real-time trades. He highlights the lack of regulatory clarity, describing the space as the "wild west." Their AI acts on user prompts, ensuring reliability amid market volatility by assessing news impacts on defi staking.
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