Is AI Creating New Privacy Challenges E161

Is AI Creating New Privacy Challenges E161

Author: Punit Bhatia | Data Privacy, Sourcing & EU AI Act Specialist | ISO Standards March 19, 2026 Duration: 6:16
The FIT4Privacy Podcast | Exploring ISO Standards AI Privacy | Grow Skills Store
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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 


Punit Bhatia, an expert in artificial intelligence, privacy, and sourcing, hosts The FIT4Privacy Podcast-AI and Privacy insights in collaboration with Grow Skills Store. Here, the often complex and rapidly changing worlds of data protection and AI are broken down into clear, practical conversations. Each episode delves into specific frameworks like GDPR and ISO standards, while also examining the broader ethical implications and the critical need for digital trust in modern business. The discussions go beyond theory, focusing on actionable insights that professionals can apply directly to their own management and operational challenges. This podcast serves as a vital resource for business leaders and managers navigating this landscape, featuring regular conversations with a variety of industry experts. The dialogue is grounded in real-world application, whether discussing evolving EU regulations or the practical intersection of AI and privacy law. Recognised for its quality, the series consistently ranks highly in its categories. For anyone looking to deepen their understanding of these crucial topics, this podcast offers a reliable and insightful guide through the complexities of compliance, ethics, and technology.
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