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In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Bhatia sits down with Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski, founder of American Fortress and co-inventor of MatterFi.
Key Moments
00:00 The Privacy Problem in Crypto
01:54 Why Sender Identity Is So Hard
06:19 AI Agents and Transaction Risks
09:55 Stealth Addresses Explained
15:33 Privacy vs Compliance
20:32 American Fortress Solution
24:11 A PayPal-Like Experience for Crypto
28:18 Closing Thoughts
Can cryptocurrency ever be truly private while still complying with regulations?
Most privacy tools in crypto actually create more problems. Mixers co-mingle funds, identity is unclear, and verifying who you are transacting with becomes nearly impossible.
Explore how stealth addresses, human-readable names, and decentralized identity models could allow people to send money securely while still meeting compliance requirements like KYC and anti-money laundering regulations.
As AI agents and automated transactions begin to scale globally, the challenge of privacy vs transparency is becoming one of the most important questions in the future of digital finance.
This conversation explores whether a system can exist that protects user confidentiality while still enabling trust, compliance, and accountability.
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski is the founder of AmericanFortress and co-founder of MatterFi, a pioneer in secure, user-friendly crypto solutions. With a background as a hacker, CTO, and inventor of multiple patented technologies, he has helped create wallets and systems that make crypto as accessible as PayPal while maintaining strong security. Mehow combines technical expertise with visionary strategy to shape the future of digital asset management.
ABOUT THE HOST
Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.
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Resources & Links
Guest Links
• American Fortress: https://americanfortress.io/
• Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-mehow-pospieszalski-1b3b4443/
GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights)
• Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/
• Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/
• Website: https://growskills.store/
FIT4Privacy
• Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com
• Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
• Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
• YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Punit Bhatia
• Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com
Books by Punit Bhatia
• Be Ready for GDPR
• AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance
• Intro to GDPR
• Be an Effective DPO
What is the biggest privacy challenge in today’s digital world?
In this trailer, Punit and Mehow explore how privacy, crypto, and AI intersect and where the real challenges lie.
You’ll learn:
Why privacy technologies are still complex and hard to adopt
Why even with crypto, you often cannot verify who you are transacting with
How regulations like KYC and AML create tension with privacy goals
As AI scales and automates transactions, these challenges only grow by introducing new risks that organizations must address.
👉 Watch the full episode to understand the future of privacy in AI and crypto ecosystems.
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Resources & Links
Guest Links
• American Fortress: https://americanfortress.io/
• Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-mehow-pospieszalski-1b3b4443/
GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights)
• Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/
• Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/
• Website: https://growskills.store/
FIT4Privacy
• Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com
• Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
• Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
• YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Punit Bhatia
• Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com
Books by Punit Bhatia
• Be Ready for GDPR
• AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance
• Intro to GDPR
• Be an Effective DPO
How is artificial intelligence reshaping the future of crypto and the internet as we know it?
In this conversation, Punit and Gokhan explore the current landscape of AI and break down its core concepts in simple terms before diving into the fundamentals of cryptocurrency. The discussion highlights how AI is increasingly shaping the crypto ecosystem, from real-world use cases to the evolution of Web 3.0 and what may come next. The episode concludes with insights into the growing convergence of AI and crypto and how these technologies together are transforming the digital economy.
Tune in to gain practical insights, stay ahead of emerging trends, and learn how to get involved in the AI–crypto revolution.
KEY CONVERSATION
00:02:09 Gokhan’s Introduction
00:03:35 How would you put AI in a few words
00:06:22 What is crypto and what is it all about
00:10:42 What is this web 3.0 or is 4.0 on the way
00:12:09 Cases in which AI is being used in crypto and it’s changing the game
00:21:01 What is happening with crypto and AI combined
00:28:25 About Gokhan’s podcast
00:31:10 Get in Touch with Gokhan
ABOUT THE GUEST
Gokhan Polat, a visionary leader on a mission to transform challenges into opportunities and foster growth in every endeavor. With a rich background in strategic growth, risk management, and community building, Gokhan has honed his skills in the dynamic realm of crypto asset services. As a seasoned leader, he navigated the intricacies of enterprise risk management, mastering the art of problem-solving in high-stakes environments. Driven by a profound desire to empower others, Gokhan co-founded the Databulls community, cultivating a vibrant space for learning and collaboration in the tech and business spheres. This experience reinforced his belief in the transformative power of collaboration and shared knowledge. Gokhan leads strategy and business development at his company, where he thrives on crafting and executing ambitious plans that fuel sustainable growth. His strategic acumen and collaborative approach empower teams to surpass expectations and achieve remarkable results. Gokhan's leadership style is characterized by a human touch, fostering strong, motivated teams through open communication, trust, and a focus on personal development. With strategic foresight, he translates vision into actionable plans, driving growth and maximizing team potential. His deep industry knowledge, spanning both crypto and professional services, equips him with invaluable insights into diverse domains. Gokhan is a champion of community, believing in the transformative power of collaboration and meaningful connections.
ABOUT THE HOST
Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.
Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.
As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Insights https://growskills.store/insights/
ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
How do AI, crypto, and privacy work together and where do they conflict?
In this trailer, Punit and Gokhan explore a key challenge:
AI needs large volumes of data to perform effectively
Privacy laws like GDPR require data minimization
Crypto ecosystems demand strong identity verification through KYC and AML
So how do organizations balance these competing demands?
👉 Watch the full episode to understand how to align AI innovation with privacy and regulatory compliance.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Insights https://growskills.store/insights/
ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
AI is transforming the world—but is it transforming privacy for better or for risk? We trust our GP with our deepest secrets, but can we extend that same trust to AI-powered systems and cloud-based suppliers? And if AI can re-identify people even in anonymized research data, is “anonymous” still real anymore?
In this episode, Punit Bhatia and Tania Palmariellodiviney reveals how AI tools reshape confidentiality, integrity, availability, cloud sprawl, supplier risk, clinical transcription accuracy, re-identification, and even personal fears like voice-based deepfakes. The voice of experience rings clear: digital trust isn’t a checkbox…it’s engineered early with transparency, responsible data use, privacy by design, and safety by design.
🎧 Curious how privacy is evolving in the real AI world? Tune in to Episode 159 now.
KEY CONVERSATIONS
00:02:23 Understanding Digital Trust
00:04:48 How does the trust get into these dimensions?
00:10:47 How can AI maybe help us simplify the privacy protection?
00:12:55 Ethical AI and Data Usage
00:18:18 How do you see this usage and sharing of data for AI purposes
00:22:11 Daily Practices and Real-World Examples
00:28:18 Conclusion and Contact Information
ABOUT GUEST
Tania Palmariellodiviney is the Founder and Director of Data Privacy Simplified Ltd, a leading consultancy providing Data Protection Officer-as-a-Service and privacy advisory support across the health, social care, education, charity, and private sectors. With a Master’s degree in Health Information Governance and a BCS GDPR Practitioner Certificate, Tania is recognised as a trusted authority in data protection and information governance (IG).
Tania’s career spans high-impact roles within NHS England, NHS Digital, the 100,000 Genomes Programme, acute NHS Trusts, and as Data Privacy Lead at City & Guilds Group in a global regulatory environment. Today, she leads a multidisciplinary team delivering outsourced DPO support to over 160 GP practices, local authorities, charities such as Carers in Bedfordshire, and numerous healthcare and commercial organisations.
A Fellow of the Information and Records Management Society (IRMS), Tania has been awarded Data Protection Service Provider of the Year (2024) at the Real Cyber Awards and is a finalist for Information Governance Professional of the Year (2025) and Privacy Champion of the Year (SME, 2025).
She is also a keynote speaker at national and international conferences, known for her practical, people-focused approach to privacy.
ABOUT THE HOST
Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.
Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.
As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tania-palmariellodiviney-msc-9781833b/ , https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Insights https://growskills.store/insights/
ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
How do confidentiality, integrity, and availability apply in the age of AI?
In this trailer, Tania and Punit explore how the CIA triad goes beyond security and becomes a foundation for trust in AI systems, especially in healthcare.
Learn why each dimension matters:
Confidentiality — protecting sensitive patient data across complex AI ecosystems and suppliers
Integrity — ensuring AI outputs and medical records are accurate, complete, and safe
Availability — making sure critical data is accessible when needed for care
With AI, the risks are evolving from human error to supply chain and vendor risks, where data flows across multiple systems, platforms, and providers.
You’ll also discover why:
Trust in suppliers is essential for patient trust
Privacy by design must include safety by design
Organizations must map the full data flow before deploying AI
👉 Watch the full episode to learn how to apply the CIA triad to AI and build trustworthy, secure healthcare systems.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tania-palmariellodiviney-msc-9781833b/ , https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Insights https://growskills.store/insights/
ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
What does AI really mean in simple terms? What are the biggest security and privacy risks for companies—especially in healthcare? How can organizations manage these risks effectively and stay compliant with fast-changing AI regulations? And why should businesses and professionals consider getting certified in ISO 42001, the new international standard for AI management systems?
In this episode, Punit Bhatia talks with Walter Haydock, an expert in AI security and compliance, about how companies can use ISO 42001 to manage AI responsibly. They discuss the real-world risks of AI, practical steps to reduce them, and why certification can help build trust, credibility, and resilience in an AI-powered world.
🎧 Listen to Episode 158 of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast to learn how ISO 42001 can help you make AI safer, smarter, and more trusted.
KEY CONVERSATIONS
00:02:15 How would you put AI in your words
00:03:31 Significant security risks that you see in this environment for health care companies
00:04:35 Other risks apart from data leakage
00:05:32 Practical measures that companies can take to manage these risks
00:07:17 How do you see as the regulatory landscape for AI powered company
00:08:33 How can a company adapt or follow this situation?
00:10:30 Why should a company get certified in ISO for 42001?
00:11:54 Why should a person get certified in ISO 42001 lead implementer or lead auditor or even go for the foundation training
00:13:11 Walter day-to-day basis and can you tell us about that as well
00:14:19 Get in touch with Walter Haydock
ABOUT GUEST
Walter Haydock is the Founder of StackAware, which helps AI-powered companies manage cybersecurity, compliance, and privacy risk. An expert in the ISO 42001 standard for AI management systems, he has successfully led a diverse set of organizations through the audit and certification process. Before entering the private sector, he served as a professional staff member for the Homeland Security Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives, as an analyst at the National Counterterrorism Center, and as a reconnaissance and intelligence officer in the Marine Corps. Walter is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service, and Harvard Business School.
ABOUT HOST
Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.
Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.
As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://stackaware.com/ , https://www.linkedin.com/in/walter-haydock/ , https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Insights https://growskills.store/insights/ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
What are the biggest security risks when using AI in healthcare?
In this trailer, we explore why healthcare is both high risk and high reward when it comes to AI adoption.
Learn the two most critical risks:
Data leakage — where sensitive patient data may be exposed, reused, or improperly accessed
Integrity of AI outputs — where inaccurate or unreliable results can impact diagnosis and treatment decisions
With AI systems increasingly handling protected health information, the risks are real. Sensitive data can be exposed through breaches, misuse, or even model behavior if not properly controlled
You’ll also discover practical steps organizations can take:
Strengthen vendor controls and agreements
Understand evolving regulatory requirements across regions
Implement structured AI governance frameworks like ISO 42001
👉 Watch the full episode to learn how to secure AI systems, protect patient data, and ensure trustworthy outcomes in healthcare.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://stackaware.com/ , https://www.linkedin.com/in/walter-haydock/ , https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Insights https://growskills.store/insights/
ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
How can we truly trust technology in a world powered by AI and emerging tech? What exactly is medical identity theft, and why should we all be worried about it? And how is the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) helping make AI more responsible and fairer?
In this episode, Punit Bhatia sits down with Pam Dixon, founder and executive director of the World Privacy Forum, to talk about how we can build trust and protect our privacy in a rapidly changing digital world. They dive into real issues like data misuse, identity theft, and the global efforts shaping stronger privacy and governance standards.
🎧 Listen to Episode 157 of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast to discover how trust, privacy, and global collaboration can help create a safer digital future for everyone.
KEY CONVERSATIONS
00:02:07 Trust in this digital AI and emerging technology world
00:10:26 Medical Identity Theft
00:19:28 Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence
00:21:16 What our guest is proud of in her research
00:31:46 Research on global data governance and protection
00:40:00 World Privacy Forum
ABOUT GUEST
Pam Dixon is the founder and executive director of the World Privacy Forum, a respected public interest research group. An author and researcher, she has written influential studies in the area of identity, AI, health, and complex data ecosystems and their governance for more than 20 years. Dixon has worked extensively on privacy across multiple jurisdictions, including the US, India, Africa, Asia, the EU, and additional jurisdictions. Dixon currently serves as the co-chair of the UN Statistics Data Governance and Legal Frameworks working group, and is co-chair of WHO’s Research, Academic, and Technical network. At OECD, Dixon leads the formal civil society multistakeholder work in OECD’s new AI Working Party. In prior work, Dixon was part of the AI expert group that crafted the OECD AI Principles, which were ratified in 2018. (https://www.oecd.org/going-digital/ai/principles/ ) Dixon has presented her work on complex data ecosystems governance to the National Academies of Science and to the Royal Academies of Science. She has written 9 books and numerous studies and articles. Dixon is the 2021 recipient of the EFF Pioneer Award for groundbreaking research regarding privacy and data ecosystems.
Dixon was named one of the most influential global experts in digital identity in 2021. Dixon conducted substantive biometrics research in India from 2010 to 2014.
ABOUT THE HOST
Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.
Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.
As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamdixon-author/ , https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-privacy-forum/ , https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Insights https://growskills.store/insights/
ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses
Can Medical Identity Theft Cost Lives?
Medical identity theft is not just financial fraud it can be life-threatening.
In this trailer, Punit and Pam talks about:
How stolen identities can lead to misdiagnosis and incorrect treatment
Why altered health records create serious risks in clinical care
How this issue was first identified and brought to light
This is one of the most critical and often overlooked privacy risks in healthcare.
👉 Watch the full episode next week to learn how healthcare systems are addressing identity-based threats and improving patient safety.
RESOURCES
Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamdixon-author/ , https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-privacy-forum/ , https://growskills.store/
Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
Insights https://growskills.store/insights/
ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
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