When FTX's cryptocurrency empire crumbled almost overnight in 2022, the shockwaves rippled through the entire digital asset ecosystem. That catastrophic collapse, followed by contagion effects across the market, became a turning point for several entrepreneurs. Amid the fallout and lessons learned, some builders saw an opportunity rather than just devastation. One such founder made the bold decision to launch a decentralized cryptocurrency exchange, betting that the market's appetite for alternatives to centralized platforms would only grow stronger following such a high-profile failure. The 2022 FTX implosion essentially accelerated what many in the crypto space had long advocated—moving toward more transparent, non-custodial trading infrastructure where users maintain control of their assets.