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MobileCoin CPO Bob Lee, a renowned software engineer, has passed away, according to a statement released by the company.

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Lee played a significant role in developing and implementing the privacy-focused cryptocurrency's technology.

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MobileCoin was founded in 2017 by Moxie Marlinspike, the creator of the secure messaging app Signal.

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The cryptocurrency gained popularity for its privacy features, including its use of zero-knowledge proofs and encrypted messaging.

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Lee previously worked at Google and was responsible for developing and leading the company's mobile engineering team.

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He also co-founded Square's mobile payments platform, and worked at Flipboard and Yahoo! prior to joining MobileCoin.

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The statement released by MobileCoin did not provide any details on the cause of Lee's death.

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Lee was highly respected in the technology industry, and his passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and friends.

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Many described him as a brilliant engineer who was passionate about his work and always willing to help others.

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Lee's contributions to the development of MobileCoin will be remembered as a significant part of his legacy.

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APR 5,2023

Bob Lee, Cash App founder and MobileCoin CPO, killed in SF stabbing, reports say

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