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Risk Disclosure

Risk Disclosure
Legal information and compliance documentation
Effective date: August 19, 2025

By accessing Evolve Foundation’s website, utilizing the Evolve Blockchain, participating in the EVO coin ecosystem, or interacting with any services or products provided by Evolve Foundation, you acknowledge and accept the risks inherent in digital assets, blockchain technology, and gold reserve-backed financial systems. This Risk Disclosure outlines the principal categories of risk users should understand before engaging with Evolve Blockchain and EVO coins.

a. Regulatory and Legal Risk

Digital assets, including EVO coins and gold reserve-backed tokens, are subject to evolving and sometimes uncertain regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions.

  • Regulatory changes may affect the legality, availability, or functionality of Evolve Blockchain, EVO coins, and associated services, including gold reserve redemption features.
  • Authorities may impose restrictions, reporting obligations, or enforcement actions that impact your ability to access or use EVO coins or redeem gold from the reserve.
  • Cross-border transactions or gold shipments may be subject to additional scrutiny, limitations, or customs regulations, depending on local laws.
  • Evolve Foundation cannot guarantee uninterrupted access to its services or gold reserve redemption in all jurisdictions.
  • Evolve Foundation is actively pursuing regulatory compliance and licensing, but cannot guarantee the regulatory status of EVO coins or gold reserve-backed assets in all regions.

b. Technology and Cybersecurity Risk

Evolve Blockchain employs advanced security protocols, decentralized private servers, and regular audits. However, no system is immune to risk. Users should be aware of:

  • Potential vulnerabilities in blockchain protocols, smart contracts, node infrastructure, or third-party integrations (including gold reserve custodians or logistics).
  • Risks of unauthorized access, phishing attacks, malware, or social engineering.
  • Service interruptions due to hardware failure, software bugs, or required maintenance.
  • Users are responsible for securing their own devices, wallets, and credentials. Evolve Foundation is not liable for losses resulting from user-side security breaches.

c. Market, Liquidity, and Gold Reserve Risk

Although EVO coins are designed with gold reserve-backed stability and a deflationary model, external market conditions and gold market volatility may affect:

  • Liquidity and the ability to redeem, exchange, or trade EVO coins or claim gold from the reserve.
  • Acceptance of EVO coins by third-party platforms, exchanges, or institutions.
  • Volatility in the value of the underlying gold reserve or shifts in the broader crypto or commodity markets.
  • The value of EVO coins is linked to the gold reserve, but fluctuations in the gold market or changes in reserve management could impact the baseline value of tokens.

d. Gold Reserve Redemption and Physical Asset Risk

EVO coins may be redeemed for physical gold from the reserve, subject to the following risks:

  • Delays or issues in redemption processes may occur due to verification, logistics, regulatory requirements, or third-party custodians.
  • Costs and risks associated with shipping, storage, or delivery of physical gold (including loss, theft, or damage) are borne by the user.
  • Gold reserve value is established after pre- and public sales and is managed by third-party custodians with regular audits and insurance; however, unforeseen events could impact the reserve.
  • Evolve Foundation is not liable for losses arising from delays, failed deliveries, or changes in the gold reserve’s status, provided all reasonable procedures are followed.

e. Operational and Business Risk

Evolve Foundation is exposed to operational risks, including:

  • Human error, misconfigurations, or internal process failures.
  • Disruptions caused by third-party service providers, infrastructure dependencies, or custodians of physical gold reserves.
  • Legal disputes, insolvency, or changes in organizational structure.
  • Force majeure events such as natural disasters, political instability, or pandemics.
  • Evolve Foundation maintains internal controls, contingency plans, and risk management procedures to mitigate these risks, but cannot eliminate them entirely.

f. Smart Contract and Blockchain Risk

EVO coins and Evolve Blockchain functions operate via smart contracts and decentralized protocols. While these are audited and tested, users should be aware that:

  • Bugs or vulnerabilities may exist despite best efforts.
  • Network congestion, node failures, or blockchain forks may delay or prevent transactions.
  • Upgrades or changes in the underlying blockchain may affect token behavior or access.
  • Evolve Foundation is not responsible for losses resulting from smart contract failures or blockchain-level disruptions.

g. User Responsibility

Users are expected to:

  • Understand the nature of digital assets, gold reserve-backed systems, and associated risks.
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those relating to gold ownership, import, or export in their jurisdiction.
  • Use the platform responsibly and avoid engaging in prohibited activities.
  • Maintain the confidentiality and security of credentials and wallet access.
  • Evolve Foundation is not liable for losses resulting from user negligence, misuse, or failure to understand the risks involved.

By using Evolve Foundation’s services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these risks. You should consult with professional advisors and conduct your own due diligence before engaging with digital assets, gold reserve-backed tokens, or blockchain technologies.