> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://gitbook.bitopex.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://gitbook.bitopex.io/welcome-to-bitopex.md).

# Welcome to BitOpex

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**Why BitOpex:** As there was only one major player in the market enjoying a monopoly over the crypto option derivatives market, BitOpex aims to disrupt this market and provide a superior alternative, thus breaking this monopoly.
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## Introduction

Why we believe there is a need for a Better Cryptocurrency Derivates Exchange.

> The rise of cryptocurrency trading has brought with it an increase in derivatives trading, with cryptocurrency derivatives trading currently outpacing spot volume by a staggering 300%. 
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> However, this growing market faces several challenges that hinder its progress.<br>
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> — From the [Why BitOpex?](/overview/why-bitopex.md)