Risk Disclosure

This Risk Disclosure explains some of the principal risks associated with buying, selling, holding and trading virtual assets and related products on OSL-TRADE. It is provided as a general information template and is not exhaustive. It does not describe every risk that may apply to you, and it is not legal, financial, tax or investment advice. You should assess your own circumstances and, where appropriate, seek independent professional advice before transacting.

1. General risk

Digital assets are a relatively new and evolving asset class. Their value can rise or fall sharply and unpredictably, and you may lose some or all of the capital you commit. You should only trade with funds you can afford to lose and only after you understand the nature of the products and markets involved. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Technology risks also apply. Blockchain networks, smart contracts, wallets and third-party infrastructure may contain defects, be subject to attacks, forks or congestion, or become temporarily or permanently unavailable. Such events may delay or prevent transactions and, in some cases, result in irreversible loss of assets.

2. Volatility

Prices of virtual assets can be highly volatile and may move substantially over very short periods, including outside of normal trading hours. Prices are driven by factors that can be difficult to predict, including market sentiment, macroeconomic conditions, liquidity, protocol changes, security incidents and regulatory developments.

Rapid price movements may trigger significant gains or losses, and orders may execute at prices materially different from those displayed at the time an order is placed. You are responsible for monitoring your positions and for understanding how volatility can affect your holdings.

3. Liquidity risk

Liquidity for a given asset or market can change quickly and without notice. In periods of stress, spreads may widen, order books may thin, and it may become difficult or impossible to open, close or reduce a position at an acceptable price, or at all. Less-established assets and smaller markets are typically more exposed to liquidity risk.

Low liquidity can amplify volatility and increase the cost of trading. Large orders may move the market against you, and there is no assurance that a market will exist for any particular asset at any particular time.

4. Leverage & derivatives risk

Leveraged and derivative products, including perpetual and dated futures, carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all users. Leverage magnifies both gains and losses: relatively small movements in the underlying market can result in losses that exceed your initial margin, and positions may be liquidated automatically to protect against further loss.

Derivatives may also be subject to funding payments, margin calls, changes in margin requirements and forced liquidation with little or no notice. You should fully understand the mechanics of any leveraged product — including funding rates, maintenance margin and liquidation logic — before trading, and you should not use leverage you cannot afford to lose.

5. Custody risk

Where OSL-TRADE or a third party holds assets on your behalf, those assets are subject to operational, security and counterparty risks. These include the risk of theft, loss of private keys, unauthorised access, insolvency of a service provider, or operational failure. While OSL-TRADE applies institutional-grade controls such as cold storage, segregation and access controls, no custody arrangement can eliminate risk entirely.

If you self-custody assets, you are solely responsible for safeguarding your credentials and recovery information. Loss of access to a private key or seed phrase generally results in permanent, irreversible loss of the associated assets.

6. Regulatory risk

The legal and regulatory treatment of virtual assets varies by jurisdiction and continues to change. New laws, regulations, guidance, licensing requirements, tax treatment or enforcement actions may affect the availability, value, transferability or legality of certain assets and services, and may do so with limited notice.

Products and services are offered only where permitted and may be restricted, suspended or withdrawn in your jurisdiction. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of OSL-TRADE complies with the laws and regulations that apply to you, including any tax obligations.

7. No investment advice

Nothing on OSL-TRADE or in this disclosure constitutes investment, financial, legal, tax or accounting advice, nor a recommendation, solicitation or offer to buy or sell any digital asset or financial instrument. Any market data, educational content, tools or examples are provided for general information only and may not be accurate, complete or up to date.

Decisions to transact are made solely by you and at your own risk. You should conduct your own research and, where appropriate, consult an independent professional adviser before making any decision.

8. Contact

If you have questions about this Risk Disclosure or would like more information about the risks associated with a particular product, please reach out through our Contact page or visit the Support Center. You may also review our Terms & Conditions and Trading Rules, which form part of your agreement with OSL-TRADE.

This document is a template provided for demonstration purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

Prices of virtual assets can be highly volatile and you may lose some or all of your capital. Leveraged products carry additional risk of losses exceeding your deposit. OSL-TRADE does not provide investment advice, and nothing here is a solicitation to buy or sell any digital asset or financial instrument. Trade only after assessing your risk tolerance.