Risk Disclosure Statement
TradingBase Risk Disclosure Statement
Document ID: LEG-004Version: 1.0Status: Draft for Legal ReviewEffective Date: [To be inserted]Last Updated: [To be inserted]
- Purpose
This Risk Disclosure Statement (“Statement”) explains the material risks associated with using the TradingBase Platform and any educational, analytical, AI-powered, marketplace, or related services provided through the Platform.
This Statement forms part of the TradingBase Terms of Service and should be read together with the Privacy Policy and other applicable legal documents.
- No Investment Advice
TradingBase is a technology platform that provides educational content, analytical tools, AI-assisted features, research resources, portfolio management tools, and related services.
TradingBase does not:
provide regulated investment advice;
recommend buying or selling financial instruments;
manage investment portfolios on behalf of users;
guarantee trading outcomes or investment performance.
Users remain solely responsible for all investment and trading decisions.
- General Trading Risk
Trading financial markets involves substantial risk.
Markets may experience:
high volatility;
rapid price fluctuations;
liquidity shortages;
unexpected market events;
trading suspensions;
technology failures.
Users acknowledge that they may lose part or all of their invested capital.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
- Leverage Risk
Certain financial products may involve leverage.
Leverage can:
magnify profits;
magnify losses;
increase liquidation risk;
accelerate capital depletion.
Users should understand leverage before engaging in leveraged trading.
- Market Risk
Financial markets are influenced by numerous factors, including:
macroeconomic events;
interest rate changes;
geopolitical developments;
central bank decisions;
regulatory changes;
market sentiment;
unexpected news events.
These events may occur without warning and may significantly affect asset prices.
- Liquidity Risk
Some financial instruments may experience reduced liquidity.
Reduced liquidity may result in:
delayed execution;
wider bid-ask spreads;
inability to close positions promptly;
increased slippage.
- Technology Risk
TradingBase relies on internet connectivity, cloud infrastructure, software systems, and third-party providers.
Risks include:
internet outages;
server failures;
software defects;
API interruptions;
latency;
cybersecurity incidents;
scheduled maintenance.
Availability of the Platform cannot be guaranteed at all times.
- AI-Generated Content Risk
TradingBase may provide AI-generated outputs for educational or analytical purposes.
AI-generated content:
may be incomplete;
may contain inaccuracies;
may be based on outdated information;
may misinterpret user inputs;
should not be considered professional advice.
Users are responsible for independently evaluating AI-generated information before relying on it.
- Educational Content Risk
Educational materials provided through the Platform are intended to improve knowledge and understanding.
Completion of educational content does not guarantee:
trading profitability;
investment success;
professional certification;
employment opportunities.
Individual outcomes depend on numerous factors beyond TradingBase’s control.
- Marketplace Risk
Products offered through the Marketplace may be provided by independent third parties.
TradingBase does not warrant:
product performance;
compatibility;
commercial value;
legal compliance in every jurisdiction;
fitness for a particular purpose.
Users should evaluate Marketplace products independently before purchase or use.
- Broker and Third-Party Services
TradingBase may provide information about brokers or integrate with third-party services.
TradingBase is not responsible for:
broker solvency;
execution quality;
pricing accuracy;
trading conditions;
customer support provided by third parties;
losses resulting from third-party services.
Users enter into separate legal relationships with such providers.
- Data Accuracy
Market data, charts, indicators, news, research, and analytics available through the Platform may originate from third-party sources.
TradingBase does not guarantee that such information is:
complete;
uninterrupted;
error-free;
current.
Users should verify critical information through independent sources where appropriate.
- API Risk
Developers using TradingBase APIs acknowledge that:
APIs may evolve over time;
endpoints may change;
rate limits may be adjusted;
maintenance may interrupt availability.
Developers should design systems capable of handling service interruptions gracefully.
- Cybersecurity Risk
Although TradingBase implements reasonable security measures, no digital system can eliminate all cybersecurity risks.
Potential risks include:
phishing attacks;
credential theft;
malware;
unauthorized account access;
denial-of-service attacks;
supply chain vulnerabilities.
Users are responsible for maintaining strong passwords, protecting authentication credentials, and enabling available security features.
- Regulatory Risk
Financial regulations vary by jurisdiction and may change over time.
Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of the Platform complies with the laws applicable to them.
Availability of certain services may differ depending on jurisdiction.
- Tax Responsibility
Users are solely responsible for determining and fulfilling their own tax obligations arising from:
trading activities;
subscriptions;
marketplace transactions;
rewards;
incentives;
any other financial activities associated with the Platform.
TradingBase does not provide tax advice.
- Limitation of Reliance
Users acknowledge that no statement, educational material, AI-generated response, chart, indicator, market analysis, or other information available through the Platform should be relied upon as the sole basis for making financial decisions.
Independent judgment and, where appropriate, professional advice should be obtained before making significant financial decisions.
- User Acknowledgement
By using the TradingBase Platform, Users acknowledge that they:
have read this Risk Disclosure Statement;
understand the risks described herein;
accept responsibility for their own decisions;
understand that losses may occur;
agree that TradingBase does not guarantee investment outcomes.
- Changes to this Statement
TradingBase may update this Statement to reflect changes in:
laws and regulations;
Platform functionality;
products and services;
risk environment;
technological developments.
The updated version becomes effective on the date specified within the revised Statement.
- Contact
Questions regarding this Risk Disclosure Statement should be directed through TradingBase’s official support channels as published on the Platform.
Appendix A — Examples of Risks
The following examples illustrate common categories of risk associated with financial markets and digital platforms:
Risk Category
Example
Market Risk
Sudden price movements following economic announcements
Liquidity Risk
Inability to execute orders during periods of low liquidity
Technology Risk
Temporary Platform outage due to infrastructure maintenance
AI Risk
AI-generated analysis containing incomplete or inaccurate information
Cybersecurity Risk
Unauthorized access resulting from compromised user credentials
Regulatory Risk
Changes in financial regulations affecting service availability
These examples are illustrative only and do not represent a complete list of risks.
Appendix B — User Responsibilities
Users are encouraged to:
understand the products they trade;
assess their own financial circumstances;
implement appropriate risk management strategies;
diversify where appropriate;
maintain secure account credentials;
verify important information independently;
seek professional advice where necessary.
Responsible decision-making remains the responsibility of each individual user.