YK is a seasoned professional in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at Taurus Labs Pte Ltd, the core contributor to the Merkle Trade platform (Perp DEX, $20B+ volume in 15 months). With a lean team, YK oversees all operations outside of product development, ensuring the platform's growth and success.

Prior to joining Taurus Labs, YK was an investor at Hashed, a prominent blockchain-focused venture capital firm, where he focused on developer infrastructure, Layer 1 ecosystems, and DeFi investments aimed at accelerating mass crypto adoption. Before Hashed, he co-founded FARADAY, a boutique advisory firm specializing in the Korean crypto landscape, providing services to leading global crypto VCs and projects.

A native of South Korea, YK holds a Bachelor's degree in International Studies and Business Administration from Korea University. Fluent in Korean, English, and Japanese, YK brings a global perspective to his work, driven by a passion for blockchain technology and its potential to transform industries.