Bringing this again There have been so many posts popping up about @variational_io lately. Some people are questioning the RFQ model, while others are raising what may be legitimate concerns. However, not every criticism is necessarily coming from a place of genuine concern. We've seen similar narratives around several projects in their early days: $BTC: Just a failed state experiment. $ZEC: Criminal-centric because of its privacy. $HYPE: Just another CEX pretending to be a DEX. The point is simple: there will always be something to criticize about any project, especially one challenging existing norms. You have to do your own research, understand the fundamentals, weigh the risks, and decide what aligns with your conviction. As traders operating at significant scale, we use Variational, enjoy the platform, and have found real value in what it offers. Our intention is to keep using it for as long as it continues to deliver value. You don't have to agree with every narrative. Just make sure your decisions are based on your own research and experience, not the noise. g $VAR