Risk Disclosure

1. General warning

The cryptocurrency industry is new, rapidly evolving, and largely unregulated in many jurisdictions. Even experienced investors can suffer losses that exceed their initial capital. Cryptopricing does not provide personalised advice, does not recommend any particular asset or strategy, and makes no guarantee that any piece of information on the Site is accurate, complete, or up to date. By using the Site you acknowledge that you alone bear responsibility for the consequences of any decision you take.

You should not trade or invest unless you fully understand the nature of the transaction you are entering into and the extent of your exposure to loss. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Nothing in this document should be read as limiting or waiving the risks you actually face in the market; it is a summary of common risk categories, not a comprehensive list.

2. Market risk and volatility

Cryptocurrency prices are exceptionally volatile. Prices can move by double-digit percentages within minutes, gap dramatically over weekends, and decouple from historical correlations without warning. Factors that may cause rapid price movement include, among others: macroeconomic announcements, changes in interest-rate expectations, regulatory news, enforcement actions, exchange halts, stablecoin depegs, network congestion, token unlocks, whale movements, smart-contract exploits, and rumoured or real exchange failures.

Because of this volatility, information you see on Cryptopricing may become materially inaccurate in a very short period. You should not assume that any data point - price, market cap, volume, or otherwise - is current or actionable at the moment you are viewing it.

3. Liquidity risk

Liquidity in cryptocurrency markets can evaporate suddenly. In stressed conditions bid-ask spreads widen, order books thin out, and market makers may withdraw. You may find it impossible to exit a position at or near the last published price. Smaller-cap tokens are particularly susceptible to liquidity stress: large orders can slip through several layers of the order book, producing realised prices significantly worse than expected.

4. Counterparty, custody, and operational risk

When you transact through centralised exchanges, over-the-counter desks, or custodial wallet providers, you depend on that counterparty’s solvency, operational competence, and legal structure. History contains many examples of exchanges that suspended withdrawals, entered bankruptcy, or suffered catastrophic security breaches. You may lose access to your assets temporarily or permanently. Even non-custodial self-custody carries operational risks: lost seed phrases, hardware failure, firmware vulnerabilities, mistyped addresses, and phishing can all result in irreversible losses.

5. Smart-contract and protocol risk

Many digital assets depend on smart contracts that execute on public blockchains. Bugs, design flaws, governance attacks, oracle manipulation, or adverse protocol upgrades can produce unintended behaviour, including loss of funds. Audits reduce - but do not eliminate - this risk; several heavily audited protocols have been exploited despite thorough reviews. DeFi yields may appear attractive but often reflect protocol-specific risks that are not captured by headline APYs.

6. Regulatory risk

Cryptocurrency regulation is evolving globally. Authorities may (i) classify a token as a security, commodity, or other regulated instrument after the fact; (ii) require licences that your counterparty does not hold; (iii) prohibit specific activities such as margin trading, lending, staking, or anonymous transfers; (iv) introduce new tax, reporting, or anti-money-laundering obligations; and (v) restrict cross-border transactions. Enforcement actions, consent orders, or criminal indictments can cause immediate, severe price movements and may disrupt the ability of exchanges to operate.

7. Tax risk

Tax treatment of cryptocurrencies varies by jurisdiction and by the nature of the activity (spot trading, derivatives, staking, mining, airdrops, DeFi lending, NFT sales, etc.). You may owe taxes on events you did not consider to be a sale. You are solely responsible for understanding and complying with tax rules that apply to you, keeping accurate records, and reporting to the relevant authorities. We strongly recommend consulting a qualified tax adviser.

8. Leverage and derivatives risk

Many platforms offer leveraged products (perpetual swaps, margin trading, options). Leverage magnifies both gains and losses, and can expose you to rapid and total loss of capital, including losses greater than your initial margin if negative balances are not prevented. Funding rates, liquidation engines, and insurance-fund mechanics can operate in ways that surprise new traders. If you do not understand how liquidation is calculated and executed, do not trade with leverage.

9. Information and signalling risk

Public information about cryptocurrency markets is dominated by participants with financial interests in the assets they discuss. Social-media personalities, newsroom partnerships, paid research, and incentivised influencer campaigns can all distort sentiment. Information on Cryptopricing is sourced from third parties and may itself be affected by errors, delays, or misreported figures. You should treat any single piece of information - including on the Site - with scepticism and independently verify it before acting.

10. Cybersecurity risk

Cryptocurrency users are high-value targets for cybercriminals. Common attack vectors include phishing emails and websites, SIM-swap attacks, malicious browser extensions, malware-infected wallet software, social-engineering of support staff, and man-in-the-middle attacks on public Wi-Fi. Defending against these threats requires vigilance, hardware-backed key storage, and good operational security. We strongly recommend using hardware wallets, dedicated devices, multi-factor authentication, unique passwords managed in a password manager, and sceptical examination of every unsolicited communication.

11. Blockchain and network risk

Public blockchains can suffer network congestion, fee spikes, failed re-orgs, chain splits, consensus disputes, and downtime on particular clients. These conditions can prevent you from transacting when you want to, cause your transactions to fail or be delayed, and produce unexpected fee outcomes. Layer-2 scaling solutions add their own risks: sequencer downtime, withdrawal delays, and bridge vulnerabilities.

12. Stablecoin and pegged-asset risk

Stablecoins are not all equally safe. Their risk profile depends on the quality of the underlying reserves, the legal structure of the issuer, the frequency of attestations, and the jurisdiction of supervision. Stablecoins can and have deviated from their pegs, sometimes temporarily, sometimes permanently. Redemption mechanisms may fail or be suspended. Algorithmic stablecoins carry additional design risk and have historically been more prone to collapse.

13. Environmental and reputational risk

Proof-of-work chains consume meaningful amounts of electricity, and many jurisdictions are considering regulations based on the environmental impact of crypto mining. These measures can affect operational costs, supply, and price. Firms and individuals holding cryptocurrency may face reputational risk from counterparties, employers, or clients who do not share their views on the sector.

14. Geographic and eligibility risk

Specific tokens, exchanges, or activities may be illegal, restricted, or simply unavailable in your country, region, or locality. Eligibility may change without warning. You are solely responsible for confirming that your activities are permitted in the jurisdictions where you live or operate. Cryptopricing is not tailored to any jurisdiction and the mere fact that we display an asset does not imply that it is lawful or appropriate for you.

15. Concentration risk

Allocating a disproportionate share of your wealth to cryptocurrency, to a single asset, or to a single venue exposes you to outsized losses. Diversification cannot eliminate market risk but can reduce idiosyncratic risk. Similarly, concentrating storage in a single wallet, exchange, or custodian concentrates counterparty risk.

16. Behavioural risk

Fast-moving markets can trigger emotional decisions - fear of missing out, revenge trading after a loss, over-leverage after a gain, or confirmation bias. These behaviours are among the most reliable causes of catastrophic loss. If you recognise these patterns in yourself you should stop trading, step away from the screen, and seek help from a qualified professional if needed. Responsible investing is not just analytical; it is emotional discipline.

17. Professional advice

Nothing on Cryptopricing is personalised financial, legal, tax, or investment advice. Before taking any action that could have material financial consequences you should consult a qualified professional licensed in your jurisdiction who can review your specific circumstances. We are not able to provide such advice, and any general commentary on the Site should not be treated as a substitute for professional guidance.

18. Acknowledgement

By using Cryptopricing you acknowledge that (i) you have read and understood this Risk Disclosure; (ii) you understand the risks associated with cryptocurrencies and will assume them if you choose to transact; (iii) you alone are responsible for your decisions and their consequences; and (iv) Infraviewer LTD is not liable for any loss, damage, or expense you suffer in connection with your use of the Site or your exposure to the risks described above.

19. Contact

Questions or comments on this Risk Disclosure can be directed to:

Infraviewer LTD
Email: legal@cryptopricing.net