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Matt McDonnell is a seasoned data scientist and technology expert with extensive experience in various roles within the technology and finance sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Data Scientist at Jagex since October 2022, McDonnell previously held positions including Senior Research Engineer at Fetch.AI, where research and development focused on DeFi and fintech applications, and Chief Technology Officer at Mettalex, overseeing the technology stack for a decentralized commodity exchange. Prior roles feature a Development Specialist role at HSBC in Global Risk Analytics, and various positions at Fidelity Worldwide Investment, culminating in a Senior Quantitative Developer role, where McDonnell developed multi-asset products and investment strategies. Early career experiences include technical consulting at MathWorks and research positions at Griffith University and Oxford University, contributing to advancements in physics, quantum computing, and laser technologies. McDonnell holds a DPhil in Physics from the University of Oxford and a BSc/BE in Chemical Physics and Materials Engineering from The University of Western Australia.