Price and liquidity risk
Cryptoasset prices can move sharply and liquidity can disappear quickly in smaller markets. A quoted price does not guarantee that a large transaction can be completed at that price.
Tokens with concentrated ownership or thin trading activity can be especially sensitive to large orders.
Custody and platform risk
Assets held through an exchange depend on that company’s security, solvency and withdrawal policies. Self-custody removes some platform dependence but creates direct key-management risk.
Neither model removes the possibility of loss.
Protocol, fraud and regulatory risk
Smart-contract bugs, bridge failures, governance attacks, misleading token promotions and outright scams can all cause losses.
Rules around crypto also change across countries. A platform being available online does not mean it is licensed or suitable in every jurisdiction.
General information only. Investment products can lose value, and terms, fees and regulation can change.