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RISK DISCLOSURE

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1. INTRODUCTION

This Risk Disclosure explains important risks and limitations associated with cryptocurrency transactions, blockchain forensic investigations, digital asset tracing and recovery advisory services.

Verity Forensic Trace (“Company”, “we”, “us” or “our”) is an independent blockchain forensics and digital asset recovery consultancy registered in Liechtenstein.

Registered Address:

Bangarten 21, Vaduz, Liechtenstein

Our services focus on technical blockchain investigations, cryptocurrency asset tracing, smart contract analysis, forensic reporting and digital asset recovery advisory.

Digital asset investigations involve technical, financial, legal and practical uncertainties.

Clients should understand these limitations before entering into a professional engagement.

This document should be read alongside the Company’s Terms & Conditions and any applicable Engagement Agreement.

2. NATURE OF DIGITAL ASSETS

Cryptocurrencies and other blockchain-based digital assets operate through distributed networks and related technologies.

Their characteristics may differ significantly from traditional financial instruments.

Depending on the relevant asset and network, risks may include:

  • Price volatility.
  • Transaction irreversibility.
  • Network congestion.
  • Technical vulnerabilities.
  • Smart contract failures.
  • Custodial service risks.
  • Regulatory uncertainty.
  • Limited legal remedies.

Digital assets may not benefit from protections associated with traditional bank deposits or regulated financial products.

3. BLOCKCHAIN TRANSACTION FINALITY

Many blockchain networks are designed so that confirmed transactions cannot be reversed unilaterally.

Once a transaction has been finalised, reversing its effects may be technically impossible without the cooperation of relevant parties or mechanisms specifically supported by the protocol.

Blockchain investigators generally cannot cancel or reverse confirmed transactions.

A transaction being traceable does not mean that it can be reversed.

Clients should exercise caution when transferring cryptocurrency and independently verify relevant transaction details.

4. CRYPTOCURRENCY ASSET TRACING LIMITATIONS

Public blockchain records can provide valuable information about digital asset movements.

However, tracing capabilities vary according to the relevant network, transaction structure and available evidence.

Limitations may include:

Address Attribution

A public blockchain address does not necessarily identify the individual or organisation controlling it.

Custodial Services

Transactions occurring within custodial platforms may not be publicly visible.

Cross-Chain Activity

Movements between blockchain networks may introduce additional analytical complexity.

Privacy Technologies

Certain protocols and transaction mechanisms may limit publicly observable information.

Incomplete Evidence

Missing transaction information or supporting documentation may affect investigative conclusions.

Changing Asset Movements

Digital assets may continue moving while an investigation is underway.

No investigation can guarantee complete visibility into every relevant transaction.

5. BLOCKCHAIN FORENSIC INVESTIGATION RISKS

Blockchain forensic investigations involve analysis of technical information and supporting evidence.

The reliability of findings depends on the quality and availability of that information.

Potential limitations include:

  • Incomplete transaction histories.
  • Unavailable third-party records.
  • Ambiguous address relationships.
  • Complex smart contract interactions.
  • Inaccurate supporting documentation.
  • Limitations of analytical tools.
  • Changes in blockchain protocols.
  • Unverified external information.

Investigative findings may contain qualified assessments rather than definitive conclusions.

The Company distinguishes observable blockchain activity from analytical interpretations and unresolved questions.

6. SMART CONTRACT RISKS

Smart contracts are programs deployed on blockchain networks.

Their execution may involve complex interactions, automated transfers and technical permissions.

Potential risks include:

Programming Vulnerabilities

Errors in contract code may result in unexpected behaviour or asset losses.

Administrative Controls

Certain contracts include privileged functions that may affect user assets or contract operations.

Token Approvals

Users may grant permissions allowing contracts or other addresses to transfer certain tokens.

Upgradeable Contracts

Contract functionality may change where authorised upgrade mechanisms exist.

External Dependencies

Smart contracts may rely on external protocols, oracles or other components.

Irreversible Execution

Certain contract interactions may produce outcomes that cannot be reversed.

Technical analysis may identify relevant concerns but does not guarantee that all vulnerabilities or risks will be discovered.

7. DECENTRALISED FINANCE RISKS

Decentralised finance applications may involve multiple interconnected smart contracts and protocols.

Potential risks include:

  • Smart contract vulnerabilities.
  • Liquidity-related losses.
  • Oracle failures.
  • Protocol governance changes.
  • Market manipulation.
  • Cross-chain bridge failures.
  • Unexpected transaction execution.
  • Limited recourse following asset loss.

The Company does not guarantee the security or reliability of third-party decentralised applications.

8. CRYPTOCURRENCY FRAUD RISKS

Cryptocurrency fraud may involve deceptive investment platforms, impersonation schemes, fraudulent websites, malicious smart contracts and other unlawful activity.

Fraudulent platforms may display account balances or investment profits that do not correspond to actual digital assets.

A displayed balance does not independently establish that cryptocurrency exists or is available for withdrawal.

Investigations may help establish relevant transaction evidence, but they do not guarantee identification of the responsible parties or recovery of assets.

Clients should remain cautious about unsolicited communications claiming that cryptocurrency has already been recovered.

9. DIGITAL ASSET RECOVERY UNCERTAINTY

Successful cryptocurrency recovery cannot be guaranteed.

Recovery may depend on:

  • Whether identifiable assets remain accessible.
  • The involvement of custodial service providers.
  • Applicable legal procedures.
  • Relevant jurisdictional requirements.
  • The cooperation of third parties.
  • Available evidence.
  • The circumstances of the incident.

Some digital assets may be permanently inaccessible or unrecoverable.

The Company does not guarantee that investigative findings will result in successful recovery.

10. THIRD-PARTY DEPENDENCIES

Certain recovery-related processes may depend on independent organisations.

These may include:

  • Cryptocurrency exchanges.
  • Custodial service providers.
  • Qualified legal professionals.
  • Competent authorities.
  • Other relevant institutions.

The Company cannot guarantee the decisions, cooperation or response times of independent third parties.

The Company does not possess independent authority to compel third parties to disclose confidential information or return assets.

12. INVESTIGATION TIMEFRAMES

The duration of a cryptocurrency investigation depends on the circumstances of the case.

Relevant factors may include:

  • Number of transactions.
  • Number of blockchain networks.
  • Smart contract complexity.
  • Availability of supporting documentation.
  • Scope of investigative work.
  • Third-party dependencies.
  • Technical limitations.

Any estimated timeframe is subject to the assumptions and conditions communicated during the engagement.

The Company does not guarantee that investigations or recovery-related processes will be completed within a particular period.

13. FINANCIAL RISKS & SERVICE FEES

Professional investigative services may involve fees.

The applicable fee structure should be explained before engagement.

Clients should understand that:

  • Investigation fees do not guarantee recovery.
  • Technical analysis may identify limited or no viable recovery opportunities.
  • Additional investigative work may require separate agreement.
  • Third-party professional expenses may arise.
  • Recovered asset values may differ from previously reported values.
  • Cryptocurrency market prices may change during an investigation.

Clients should consider the financial implications of an engagement before proceeding.

14. FALSE RECOVERY CLAIMS & ADDITIONAL PAYMENT RISKS

Individuals affected by cryptocurrency fraud may be targeted by additional fraudulent recovery schemes.

These schemes may involve claims that assets have been located, frozen or recovered but cannot be released until another payment is made.

Such claims may refer to fabricated requirements involving:

  • Blockchain validation deposits.
  • Wallet activation payments.
  • Smart contract unlocking fees.
  • Unexplained network deposits.
  • Cryptocurrency verification payments.
  • Guaranteed recovery charges.

There is no universal blockchain requirement to make an additional cryptocurrency deposit to release previously recovered assets.

Clients should independently verify any payment request and avoid relying on unsupported claims concerning recovery.

The Company’s legitimate service fees, where applicable, are defined through the relevant engagement arrangements.

15. DIGITAL EVIDENCE LIMITATIONS

Investigative findings may depend on documentation supplied by clients or other sources.

Such information may be incomplete, inaccurate or misleading.

Examples include:

  • Fabricated transaction screenshots.
  • Incorrect wallet addresses.
  • Incomplete communications.
  • Misrepresented account balances.
  • Unverified transaction confirmations.
  • Inaccurate financial statements.

The Company may be unable to independently verify every external statement or document.

Investigative reports should identify material uncertainties where relevant.

16. TECHNOLOGY & NETWORK RISKS

Blockchain networks and related technologies may experience technical disruptions.

These may include:

  • Network congestion.
  • Protocol changes.
  • Software vulnerabilities.
  • Infrastructure failures.
  • Blockchain reorganisations.
  • Smart contract failures.
  • Service-provider outages.

Such events may affect transaction visibility, investigative processes or related technical activities.

The Company does not control the operation of independent blockchain networks.

17. INFORMATION SECURITY RISKS

Cryptocurrency investigations may involve sensitive financial and personal information.

Although appropriate safeguards should be applied, no information system can be guaranteed to be completely free from security risks.

Potential risks include:

  • Unauthorised access.
  • Data breaches.
  • Phishing.
  • Credential compromise.
  • Malicious software.
  • Third-party security incidents.

Clients should protect their authentication credentials and use appropriate communication channels.

The Company does not require wallet seed phrases or private keys for its stated investigative services.

18. MARKET VOLATILITY

Cryptocurrency prices may change significantly over short periods.

The value of digital assets identified during an investigation may differ from their value at the time of the original transaction.

Market movements may affect the financial significance of an incident or potential recovery.

The Company does not provide investment management or guarantee the future value of digital assets.

19. REGULATORY UNCERTAINTY

The legal and regulatory treatment of cryptocurrency and digital asset services continues to evolve.

Changes in legislation, regulatory interpretation or enforcement may affect:

  • Digital asset service providers.
  • Transaction restrictions.
  • Client eligibility.
  • Cross-border activities.
  • Available recovery procedures.
  • Reporting obligations.

The Company may need to adjust its services or engagement arrangements in response to applicable legal requirements.

20. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE LIMITATIONS

The Company operates as an independent consultancy.

It does not provide:

  • Cryptocurrency custody.
  • Cryptocurrency exchange services.
  • Investment management.
  • Legal representation.
  • Governmental investigation authority.
  • Judicial asset-freezing powers.
  • Guaranteed cryptocurrency recovery.

The Company’s services are limited to the scope of the relevant professional engagement.

21. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Clients should:

  • Provide accurate information.
  • Preserve relevant transaction records.
  • Protect wallet credentials.
  • Avoid sharing seed phrases or private keys.
  • Verify unexpected payment requests.
  • Understand relevant investigative limitations.
  • Review engagement terms before proceeding.
  • Seek qualified legal advice where appropriate.

The quality of available information may affect the scope and conclusions of an investigation.

22. NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS

The Company does not guarantee:

  • Identification of responsible individuals.
  • Complete tracing of digital assets.
  • Access to private third-party records.
  • Successful legal proceedings.
  • Cooperation from cryptocurrency exchanges.
  • Recovery of lost or stolen cryptocurrency.
  • Specific investigation timeframes.
  • Particular financial outcomes.

Professional services are provided according to the agreed scope of work and applicable contractual conditions.

24. CONTACT INFORMATION

For enquiries concerning this Risk Disclosure:

Verity Forensic Trace

Bangarten 21, Vaduz, Liechtenstein

Email: [Official Company Email]

Website: https://vftrace.com

25. FINAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Cryptocurrency investigations and digital asset recovery advisory services involve technical, financial, legal and practical uncertainties.

Clients should understand that blockchain transaction tracing, forensic investigation and recovery advisory are distinct from successful recovery of digital assets.

The Company does not guarantee recovery outcomes.

Professional engagements are subject to agreed contractual terms and applicable legal requirements.

Document Status: Draft — Subject to Legal Review

Version: 1.0