München · Dubai · Liechtenstein
Matthias Valentin
Schroeder
Full-Stack Entrepreneur-Engineer
CEO & Founder – Vortex Labs GmbH
“I build and scale companies – from hardware empires to sub-100 µs crypto trading engines. Rust in the core, P&L on my screen, regulators on speed dial.”
The Engineer
15+ years in engineering. From hardware optimization to ultra-low-latency HFT systems. Rust, Python, and bare-metal performance.
The Founder
Scaled ventures from 0 to >30M USD revenue. Successfully expanded German engineering into US & Global markets.
The Strategist
Navigating complex regulatory landscapes (BaFin, FINMA, SEC) while optimizing cross-border M&A and treasury.
Rooted in München's Mittelstand tradition, operating from Dubai's innovation hub, and structured through Liechtenstein's financial precision — Matthias architects cross-border systems that bridge European heritage with Middle Eastern velocity.
His approach eliminates complexity while maximizing leverage: build systems that compound across jurisdictions, maintain German engineering standards, and execute with the speed of Dubai. No noise. Pure infrastructure.
Vision
From München's industrial legacy to Dubai's global markets, Matthias builds infrastructure that transcends borders. Leveraging Liechtenstein's regulatory framework, he creates systems that scale internationally while maintaining the precision and reliability of traditional German engineering.
The philosophy: compound systems, eliminate inefficiency, create enduring value. Multi-jurisdictional by design. Long-term focused. Built to outlast market cycles.
Core Ventures
Vortex Labs
Ultra-low-latency HFT engine (≤ 100 µs) for crypto spot & derivatives. Multi-datacenter setup (Equinix LD4/NY4), fully regulated, and compliance-ready for EU, US, and BVI markets.
German Crypto Markets
Institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure bridging traditional German finance with decentralized markets. Focus on security, liquidity, and regulatory compliance.
Proven Track Record
A history of building, scaling, and exiting ventures across diverse industries—from heavy machinery to high fashion to high finance.
Schröder Machinery LLC
USA ExpansionGreenfield expansion growing to >30M USD revenue in 5 years.
Camouflage Couture
Global FashionExpanded to international distribution across multiple regions within 3 years.
Schröder Maschinenbau
IndustrialAchieved 80% revenue growth across 35 countries; 30% cost reduction via AI automation.
Technical Depth
- 01LanguagesRust (Core Trading), Python, TypeScript/Node
- 02InfrastructureKubernetes, Docker, AWS/Azure, Equinix
- 03Domain ExpertiseHigh-Frequency Trading, Market Microstructure, Autonomous Agents
Strategic Expertise
- 01FinanceM&A, Transfer Pricing, Treasury Mgmt
- 02AccountingIFRS/HGB, US-GAAP, Liquidity Planning
- 03ComplianceBaFin, FINMA, SEC & Regulatory Frameworks
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