Douglas Bakkum

Douglas Bakkum

CEO, Shift Crypto AG
Hardware, and software hacker with a neuroengineering background. Invented the BitBox hardware wallet in 2015 and then co-founded Shift Crypto with Jonas Schnelli to make self custody accessible for everyone.
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Mastering Selfcustody
Only Bitcoin in selfcustody is the real deal.

If you don't control your keys, you don't own your coins. But "selfcustody" is more than just a seed phrase — it’s about building a bulletproof system that protects you from hackers, glitches, and government overreach or geopolitical uncertainty. Discover the professional-grade setups that eliminate single points of failure, giving you the peace of mind that your generational wealth is truly untouchable and entirely yours.
Main stage
Sat, 10:30
Lang EN
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