Team

Meet the Minds Behind iBTC

Our team at iBTC combines deep expertise in blockchain, finance, AI, and growth strategy to redefine Bitcoin DeFi (BTC-Fi). With a proven track record of innovation, leadership, and market expansion, we’re driving iBTC toward its $750M TVL goal (data room) and beyond. Get to know the visionaries building a trust-minimized future for Bitcoin.

Aki Balogh (Co-founder & CEO)

Aki Balogh, Co-founder and CEO, is a serial innovator steering iBTC to the forefront of BTC-Fi. He previously founded MarketMuse, an AI-driven content optimization platform, raising over $10M in funding. With expertise in AI and semantic analysis, Aki also advised on El Salvador’s Chivo Bitcoin wallet, bringing real-world blockchain insights to iBTC. His leadership drives the adoption of DLC technology, positioning iBTC as a leader in the wrapped Bitcoin market.

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Jesse Eisenberg (Co-founder & CTO)

Jesse Eisenberg, Co-founder and CTO, is the technical mastermind behind iBTC’s robust infrastructure. With leadership roles at Silicon Valley giants like Twitter, MoPub, and Pivotal Labs, Jesse brings extensive experience in software engineering and product development. His deep knowledge of scalable systems ensures iBTC’s bridgeless protocol—built on 2-of-2 multisig vaults and FROST signatures—operates seamlessly across chains.

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Peter M. Moricz (Partnerships Lead)

Peter M. Moricz, Partnerships Lead, brings over 20 years of experience in derivatives trading and financial markets to iBTC. Having held leadership roles at JP Morgan and SuperNova.Fund, where he focused on Web3, DeFi, and NFTs, Peter excels at spotting emerging trends. His strategic vision secures key partnerships, enhancing iBTC’s ecosystem and growth.

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Kadeem Clarke (Growth Lead)

Kadeem Clarke, Growth Lead, is a crypto growth expert accelerating iBTC’s market reach. With experience advising 25+ startups and building a crypto research publication with 60,000 subscribers, Kadeem blends venture capital insights with market savvy. His strategies drive iBTC’s adoption, ensuring it scales toward its ambitious TVL targets.

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Why Our Team Excels

From Silicon Valley to global financial markets, our team’s diverse expertise ensures iBTC leads BTC-Fi with security, scalability, and innovation.