# SovereignTrading

Atomic swaps are the gold standard for trustless trading. By allowing two parties to exchange assets without a centralized intermediary, we eliminate the risk of counterparty failure. As a developer, I am always looking for ways to reduce trust assumptions in my trading workflow. In May 2026, we are seeing a massive increase in the volume of atomic swaps as users prioritize privacy and security. This is the logical conclusion of the "Not your keys, not your coins" philosophy. If you are not using protocols that prioritize your sovereign control over your assets, you are leaving your portfolio