# Appendix 2: Risk Factors

**Participants should be aware that:**

1. Cryptocurrency investments carry inherent risks
2. The CCGF mechanism is experimental
3. Token values can fluctuate significantly
4. Smart contracts may contain undiscovered vulnerabilities
5. Regulatory environment remains uncertain

All participants acknowledge these risks when joining the ecosystem. The project team is not liable for any losses. **Do your own research.**

### Technical Risk Mitigation

* Smart contract audit plan
* Bug bounty program
* Emergency response procedures

### Economic Risk Mitigation

* Treasury diversification strategy
* Grant recipient vesting schedules
* Slashing conditions and process

### Governance Risk

* Reduced through transparent, on-chain voting and time-weighted conviction mechanisms
