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Due to the potential for losses, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) considers this investment to be high risk.
What are the key risks?
1. You could lose all the money you invest
- The performance of most cryptoassets can be highly volatile, with their value dropping as quickly as it can rise. You should be prepared to lose all the money you invest in cryptoassets.
- The cryptoasset market is largely unregulated. There is a risk of losing money or any cryptoassets you purchase due to risks such as cyber-attacks, financial crime and firm failure.
2. You should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong
- The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) doesn't protect this type of investment because it's not a 'specified investment' under the UK regulatory regime – in other words, this type of investment isn't recognised as the sort of investment that the FSCS can protect. Learn more by using the FSCS investment protection checker.
- The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) will not be able to consider complaints related to this firm or Protection from the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) does not cover poor investment performance. If you have a complaint against an FCA regulated firm, FOS may be able to consider it. Learn more about FOS protection here.
3. You may not be able to sell your investment when you want to
- There is no guarantee that investments in cryptoassets can be easily sold at any given time. The ability to sell a cryptoasset depends on various factors, including the supply and demand in the market at that time.
- Operational failings such as technology outages, cyber-attacks and comingling of funds could cause unwanted delay and you may be unable to sell your cryptoassets at the time you want.
4. Cryptoasset investments can be complex
- Investments in cryptoassets can be complex, making it difficult to understand the risks associated with the investment.
- You should do your own research before investing. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
5. Don't put all your eggs in one basket
- Putting all your money into a single type of investment is risky. Spreading your money across different investments makes you less dependent on any one to do well.
- A good rule of thumb is not to invest more than 10% of your money in high-risk investments.
If you are interested in learning more about how to protect yourself, visit the FCA's website here.
For further information about cryptoassets, visit the FCA's website here.
London Blockchain Conference returns on 21, 22 and 23 May 2024.
London Blockchain Conference 2024 is set to be biggest ever – aiming to top last year when over 5,000 participants attended.
This year’s conference at ExCeL London will span 3 days – from 21 to 23 May – with more than 100 speakers exploring developments in blockchain, AI and Web3 technology.
£100 off tickets
Finder is a media partner in the event. Using our special code, you’ll be able to get earlybird prices even after the earlybird deadline expires on 29 February. That will get you £100 off a 3-day or VIP pass right up until the event by using our discount code IfinderEB04.
London Blockchain Conference 2024 agenda
This year’s London Blockchain Conference will feature over 100 industry-leading speakers.
There will be keynotes, panel discussions and product launches – showing how real-world issues can be solved using blockchain tech.
There will be 7 key themes being discussed and explored over the 3-day event:
- Technical insights. Blockchain infrastructure and development.
- Unleashing potential. The fusion of blockchain, AI and emerging technologies.
- Blockchain governance. Navigating the regulatory landscape and ensuring compliance in the decentralised economy.
- From bits to business. Industry case studies and practical applications.
- Securing the future. Cybersecurity and trust in the blockchain era.
- Investing in blockchain. Venture capital and strategic partnerships.
- The Web3 renaissance. Content, music and gaming on the blockchain.
Speakers at the London Blockchain Conference 2024
This year’s event features a wide range of speakers and industry experts. Confirmed speakers so far include:
- Lisa Cameron, MP and chair of the crypto and digital assets APPG
- Dino Cataldo Dell’Accio, CIO, United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund
- Professor Sarah Green, law commissioner, Law Commission
- Alexander Royle, head of compliance and regulatory affairs, EMEA Galaxy Digital
- Kary Oberbrunner, CEO, Blockchain Life
You can see the full list of speakers and the agenda for the 3-day event on the London Blockchain site.