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Dave Shin

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Chief Operating Officer at KRWQ
📍 Singapore

Dave Shin is the Co-Founder and COO of KRWQ, leveraging deep expertise from both traditional finance and web3. He previously led APAC business development for LayerZero Labs and was the Asia Head of Global Equity Derivatives at TD Bank. Colleagues describe him as an inspirational, visionary, and motivating leader. He holds a BA from the University of Waterloo.

Outside of his primary roles, Dave is a published author with Wiley, focusing on emerging digital economies. He has also expressed a keen interest in impact investing, specifically directing his efforts towards opportunities in Africa, showcasing a blend of financial acumen and a global perspective on market development.

Unique fact: Dave co-authored the book "The Everything Guide to Investing in the Metaverse, " establishing himself as a public expert on the subject.

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Experience
3 Years
Current Role
Chief Operating Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Singapore
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Stablecoin Innovation
As COO of KRWQ, he is actively involved in the stablecoin space, focusing on concepts like stablecoin FX and yield generation through staking.
Web3 in APAC
His career includes leading APAC growth for major web3 companies like LayerZero and Immutable, demonstrating a long-term focus on the region's market.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Chief Operating Officer
KRWQ
9-2025
Advisor
LayerZero Labs
5-2024 - 9-2025
APAC Business Development Lead
LayerZero Labs
9-2024
Investor/Advisor
BitSafe
4-2023
Author
Wiley
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Education
BA
University of Waterloo
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Institute of Banking and Finance
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