Westbridge Risk Disclosure Statement
Engagement in Digital Asset Transactions
Disclaimer
Maison Helvetique Finance GmbH operates under the commercial brand name “Westbridge”. Any reference within this Risk Disclosure Statement or related materials to “Westbridge,” “the Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us” shall be understood as a direct reference to Maison Helvetique Finance GmbH. Westbridge is the trading and operational name used by Maison Helvetique Finance GmbH in connection with its digital asset and fiat-to-crypto related services.
Overview
At Westbridge, transparency, compliance, and responsible business practices are core to our operations. This Risk Disclosure Statement outlines the principal risks associated with digital asset transactions conducted through our platform. By using Westbridge services, you acknowledge and accept the risks described below.
Westbridge operates under a Swiss-based self-regulatory framework and provides fiat-to-crypto exchange services in accordance with applicable AML and compliance obligations.
1. Market Risk
Digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, may experience significant price volatility. Market conditions can change rapidly and unpredictably, which may result in substantial gains or losses. Clients should carefully assess their financial situation and risk tolerance before engaging in digital asset transactions.
2. Liquidity Risk
Under certain market conditions, liquidity for specific crypto-assets may become limited. This may impact transaction execution times, settlement conditions, or pricing.
3. Regulatory Risk
The regulatory treatment of crypto-assets differs across jurisdictions and may evolve over time. Future regulatory developments, including changes relating to licensing, taxation, or restrictions on digital asset activities, may affect the availability or operation of certain services.
4. AML & Compliance Controls
Westbridge applies AML and compliance procedures, including identity verification, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and blockchain analytics reviews. Clients may be requested to provide additional information or documentation at any stage of the relationship in order to satisfy regulatory and compliance requirements.
5. Non-Custodial Service Model
Westbridge operates a non-custodial model. Crypto-assets purchased through the platform are settled directly to wallet addresses provided and controlled by the client. Clients remain solely responsible for the security and management of their wallets, private keys, and access credentials.
6. Technology & Cybersecurity Risk
Digital asset transactions rely on blockchain networks and related technologies, which may be exposed to operational disruptions, software vulnerabilities, cyberattacks, network congestion, or protocol failures. Such events may impact transaction processing or settlement.
7. Third-Party Service Providers
Westbridge may rely on regulated banking partners, liquidity providers, blockchain analytics providers, and other third-party infrastructure providers to facilitate its services. While reasonable due diligence is conducted, Westbridge cannot guarantee the performance or uninterrupted availability of third-party services.
8. Tax & Legal Responsibilities
Clients are solely responsible for understanding and complying with any tax, reporting, or legal obligations applicable in their jurisdiction relating to digital asset transactions. Westbridge does not provide tax or legal advice.
9. No Investment Advice
Westbridge does not provide financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. All services and information provided are for execution and informational purposes only. Clients should seek independent professional advice where appropriate.
10. Limitation of Liability
By using Westbridge services, clients acknowledge the risks associated with digital asset transactions and accept full responsibility for their decisions and activities. Westbridge shall not be liable for losses resulting from market volatility, third-party failures, blockchain network disruptions, or circumstances outside of its reasonable control.
11. Contact
For any questions regarding this Risk Disclosure Statement or our compliance procedures, please contact:
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