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DWF Labs partner stood down after drink-spiking allegations

A waitress at a Hong Kong bar allegedly spotted the DWF Labs partner drugging the victim’s drink while attending the bathroom — an accusation she claims is backed by CCTV footage.

A partner at crypto trading platform DWF Labs has been stood down after allegations he spiked the drink of a job applicant at a Hong Kong bar.

“While the matter is under investigation, DWF Labs has decided to dismiss the said partner from management and operational roles effective immediately,” DWF said in an Oct. 29 statement.

Source: DWF Labs

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