Risk Disclosure Statement

This Risk Disclosure Statement is provided by Sharestead AI ("Company," "we," "our") to outline the significant financial, operational, technological, and regulatory risks inherent in cryptocurrency markets and automated algorithmic software. This document does not constitute investment, financial, or legal advice, nor does it encompass every possible risk associated with modern financial markets.

1. Extreme Market Volatility and Liquidity Hazards

Cryptocurrency prices fluctuate dramatically within short periods. Sudden price movements may be triggered by macroeconomic announcements, liquidity imbalances, regulatory crackdowns, media reports, or shifts in market sentiment. Illiquid order books on external exchanges can result in substantial slippage, where executed trade prices deviate substantially from calculated or anticipated market entry levels. During times of severe volatility, stop-loss orders and protective exits may fail to execute at intended threshold limits.

2. Algorithmic and Technological Limitations

While Sharestead AI incorporates advanced quantitative modeling, pattern recognition, and real-time market data streaming, all algorithmic systems operate on statistical probabilities, historic market dynamics, and predefined programmatic constraints. Key technological factors to consider include:

• Past Performance Disclaimer: Historical backtests, simulated results, or past signal accuracies do not guarantee, forecast, or imply future profitability or performance;
• Execution Latency and Slippage: Network congestion, third-party exchange latency, and API query limits may delay trade execution, resulting in different prices than those signaled;
• Unprecedented Market Conditions: Black-swan events, algorithmic de-pegging, flash crashes, and extreme liquidity drying can render quantitative models ineffective;
• Connectivity Failures: Internet routing interruptions, hardware malfunctions, software glitches, or third-party server downtime may prevent automatic order transmission or adjustment.

3. Absence of Regulatory Guarantee and Financial Advisory Role

Sharestead AI is an independent software and computational technology vendor. We do not hold client cash or custody digital tokens, and we do not act as an investment broker, fund manager, or regulated financial advisor in Canada or any other jurisdiction. No regulatory agency has evaluated, approved, or guaranteed the algorithmic models, financial viability, or performance calculations offered on our Platform. Every participant is solely responsible for evaluating their individual financial condition and consulting an independent, qualified financial advisor before participating in speculative trading.

4. Counterparty and External Exchange Risks

Sharestead AI connects to independent third-party cryptocurrency exchanges via user-provided API credentials. We have no operational control over external exchange solvency, operational integrity, order execution policies, custody procedures, or maintenance windows. Insolvency, cyberattacks, withdrawal halts, or arbitrary account freezes imposed by third-party exchanges may result in the sudden and irrecoverable loss of your deposited funds.

5. Security of User Access Credentials

You bear the sole responsibility of safeguarding your platform access credentials, authentication applications, and API keys. You must never grant withdrawal permissions to API keys connected to analytical trading software. Any compromise of your local hardware, private network, or account details may allow malicious parties to initiate unauthorized trading actions.

6. Acknowledgment and Acceptance of Risk

By registering on, accessing, or employing the analytical signals and tools of Sharestead AI, you expressly acknowledge and accept that:

• You possess the technical knowledge and financial sophistication required to understand the risks of cryptocurrency markets;
• You accept full personal liability for all losses, trade drawdowns, or capital depreciations resulting from your use of the platform;
• Sharestead AI and its operators will not be held liable for trading losses incurred under any circumstances.

7. Inquiries and Compliance Contact

Should you require further information regarding this disclosure or platform operational mechanics, please contact:

• Compliance Department: Sharestead AI
• Address: Bank Street 222, H3B 1A7 Montréal, CA
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +1 (416) 130-1586