Michael Cruz

Michael Cruz is a distinguished entrepreneur and technology expert with extensive experience in the blockchain and payment acceptance sectors. As Co-Founder of Mining Disrupt since January 2019, Michael has spearheaded initiatives to unify businesses and influencers in the blockchain minting and mining arena. Michael also founded the Blockchain Association of Miners, which has grown into the world's largest consortium of blockchain miners. Previously, as Chief Executive Officer at SpartaKioskPro.com, Michael advanced self-serve payment technologies, while also establishing Spartadata to design innovative payment acceptance hardware and software. Michael's career includes significant roles at Google and Blackstone, where contributions led to the development of pioneering kiosk technologies. Educational achievements include an Associate's Degree in Computer Animation and Business Management from The Art Institutes and a High School Degree in Fine Arts from New World School of Arts.