Ivan Kozlov is a technology entrepreneur and blockchain specialist who co-founded ResolvLabs and Resolv USR. He has established himself in the blockchain industry through his work on decentralized solutions and technical leadership. ^{[1] [2]}

Education

Kozlov pursued his studies at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT), earning a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics and Physics from 2004 to 2008. He continued at MIPT for a Master’s degree from 2008 to 2010, focusing on physics and power engineering in collaboration with the Nuclear Safety Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences. During this period, he also completed the CFA Institute examinations at Levels I and II. ^{[1] [2]}

Career

Kozlov began his professional career with an engineering role at the Nuclear Safety Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, where he participated in a university practice program for nearly six years. In early 2010, he worked in the Debt Capital Markets division at Troika Dialog. He then transitioned to the derivatives market, starting with a position in FX/Interest Rates Derivatives Sales from mid-2010 until 2011. From 2011 to 2014, he served as a derivatives structurer at VTB Capital, and he continued in a similar capacity at FG BCS from 2014 to 2016. He returned to VTB Capital in 2016 and worked there as a derivatives structurer until early 2022. In May 2022, Kozlov founded Shadow Startup and remained in that role until December of the same year. Since January 2023, he has held the position of CEO at ResolvLabs developing the Resolv USR. ^{[1] [2] [3] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9]}

Interviews

Stablecoin Regulatory Perspectives #01

On July 25, 2024, the YouTube channel Stable Summit featured an interview with Ivan Kozlov, co-founder of ResolvLabs and Resolv USR, in which he presented an analysis on the future of stablecoins with a focus on delta-neutral models. During the session, Ivan Kozlov outlined his background in finance and his transition into cryptocurrency, and provided an overview of evolving stablecoin definitions as viewed through various regulatory frameworks. He referenced findings from a Deutsche Bank survey, which indicated that 42% of respondents questioned the long-term viability of stablecoins. The interview examined different categories of stablecoins, including fiat-backed, collateralized, algorithmic, and delta-neutral variants, and discussed the operational mechanisms that allow delta-neutral designs to maintain stable dollar values through hedging strategies. Furthermore, the conversation addressed risks such as credit, market, custody, and regulatory challenges, while outlining an approach that emphasizes over-collateralization and capital efficiency to manage these risks. The insights presented contributed to a broader understanding of stablecoin innovations within the financial sector and highlighted their potential role in integrating traditional finance practices with emerging cryptocurrency investment products. ^[4]