Decentralized exchange aggregator 1inch confirmed that co-founder Anton Bukov is no longer involved with the project following his dismissal in late November 2025. Bukov, who led key protocol developments, announced his departure and a new DeFi venture, Second Tier. 1inch stated that its operations, infrastructure, and roadmap remain unaffected, with co-founder Sergej Kunz and the leadership team continuing development. Bukov's exit follows several security incidents in 2025, but the company says these events are unrelated to his departure.
Polygon Labs announced its fourth round of layoffs in three years as it shifts from a blockchain foundation to a payments company aiming for profitability by 2027, following its acquisition of Coinme. Meanwhile, 1inch co-founder Anton Bukov revealed ...
Anton Bukov, co-founder of the decentralized exchange aggregator 1inch, has launched a new DeFi project called "Second Tier." This move follows his departure from 1inch's operational leadership late last year, though he retains a 50% stake and co-fou...
