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Jack Chong

Jack Chong

Building global liquidity for stablecoins and tokenization

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New York, New York, United States
Joined November 2024
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Digital Asset Investors
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White Star Capital
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Al Mada Ventures
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Summary

Jack Chong is a serial entrepreneur with a strong focus on fintech and web3, particularly in the realm of stablecoins and tokenization. He is currently Co-Founder & CEO of Checker, a global liquidity network for stablecoins, and previously served as EIR at White Star Capital, exploring the future of tokenization and real-world assets. His work demonstrates an ability to identify and build solutions in nascent, high-growth financial technology sectors. medium+2
Jack possesses a diverse and intellectually curious background, graduating with a BA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) from Oxford University. His academic interests span history, politics, decision-theory, synthetic biology, astrophysics, and futurism, which he integrates into his entrepreneurial pursuits, particularly in deep tech and emerging technologies. jack-chong
He is deeply involved in fostering startup ecosystems and mentoring aspiring founders, evidenced by his presidency at OX1 Incubator, an equity-free incubator for Oxford students, where he designed workshops and awarded grants. He also established the 'RICH House' to cultivate a collaborative hacker house culture for young entrepreneurs. jack-chong+1
Jack has experience across various startup stages and sectors, including edtech (LevelUp, UnbOx, Appli), biotech (Oxbridge Organomics Limited), and venture capital (REMUS Capital). His roles have involved product development, market strategy, and B2B sales, showcasing a 'Jack of All Trades' approach to early-stage venture building and problem-solving. jack-chong

Work

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Writing

The future of tokenization & why I’ve joined White Star Capital as an Entrepreneur in Residence

July 1, 2023

An article discussing the paradigm shift in financial services brought by digital assets and tokenization, particularly focusing on real-world assets (RWAs) and institutional adoption. It explores different approaches to tokenization and highlights emerging opportunities.

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10 lessons I’ve learnt in 2020 as a 20-year-old

January 1, 2020

A reflection on lessons learned during 2020, emphasizing optionality, asymmetric bets, and embracing risks for young entrepreneurs, and advocating for intellectual curiosity and hustling.

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Hobbies

Formerly a competitive pool and open-water swimmer, now an amateur triathlete. jack-chong

Used to cover pop songs and occasionally sings. jack-chong