Project development can really test your patience. When the devs aren't pushing updates consistently or engaging with the DEX ecosystem properly, it creates friction for the community. Product execution matters—lazy roadmaps don't cut it.

On the trading side, we managed 2x to 3x returns during the earlier phases, partly by catching some front-running opportunities on certain DEX platforms before the broader market did. It's a learning experience either way. Tried flagging these concerns to the development team, but communication gaps are real in this space.

The takeaway: solid fundamentals plus active community engagement make the difference. When projects fall short on either, you feel it in the charts.