Anton Bukov, co-founder of the decentralized exchange aggregator 1inch, said he was fired in 2025 after advocating for changes to the company's management and operations. Bukov, who had already stepped back from an active role at 1inch, confirmed his departure and announced he is starting a new venture.
Why Bukov was let go
Bukov stated that his push for internal reforms led to his termination. He did not specify which changes he proposed or who made the decision to fire him. The co-founder said he no longer took an active role at 1inch prior to the firing, suggesting his involvement had been winding down for some time.
What comes next
Following his exit, Bukov revealed he is launching a new project. He did not provide details about the venture, its focus, or timeline. The announcement leaves open questions about whether the new effort will compete with 1inch or operate in a different area of crypto infrastructure.
1inch has not publicly commented on Bukov's departure or the circumstances surrounding it. The company continues to operate its decentralized exchange aggregator, which routes trades across multiple platforms.
