Asymmetric Founder Joe McCann Under Investigation Following Fiancé's Death in Zanzibar

Tanzanian authorities are currently probing Joe McCann, the founder of institutional crypto firm Asymmetric, following the death of his fiancé, U.S. influencer Ashly Robinson. Robinson, a Miami-based creator, was found unresponsive on April 9 at a luxury resort in Zanzibar during a trip to celebrate her birthday and recent engagement. While local police have indicated the death may be a suicide following a dispute between the couple, the investigation remains active. Authorities have withheld McCann's passport and requested he remain in the country pending the results of a forensic autopsy. Robinson's family has expressed doubt regarding the suicide ruling and has launched a crowdfunding campaign to cover travel and funeral expenses. McCann, whose net worth is estimated at $45 million, leads Asymmetric, a firm backed by prominent investors including Andreessen Horowitz co-founders Marc Andreessen and Chris Dixon. The personal tragedy follows a period of financial instability for McCann's investment activities. In December, McCann announced the closure of the Liquid Alpha Fund. This decision followed reports of substantial financial losses throughout 2025, with unconfirmed social media reports suggesting the fund had declined by 78% during the year. The U.S. State Department has offered condolences to the family but declined further comment on the ongoing local investigation.