Disclaimer

READ THIS DISCLAIMER CAREFULLY. THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS ON OUR LIABILITY AND YOUR RIGHTS. BY USING OUR WEBSITE OR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND ACCEPT THESE TERMS.

1. General Disclaimer

The information provided by Archaeopteris LLC ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") on our website (archaeopteris.us) and through our services is for general informational and commercial purposes only. Nothing on our website constitutes professional, legal, financial, investment, or tax advice.

All information is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information.

2. Trading and Financial Services Disclaimer

IMPORTANT REGULATORY NOTICE: Archaeopteris LLC is NOT a registered broker-dealer, investment advisor, commodity trading advisor (CTA), commodity pool operator (CPO), or money services business. We do not hold any license from the SEC, CFTC, FINRA, or any state securities regulator.

2.1 Nature of Our Trading Technology Services

• We build and maintain trading technology systems, not trading strategies
• We do not manage client funds, accept deposits, or execute trades on behalf of clients
• We do not provide signals, recommendations, or investment advice
• Technology we develop is a tool — its use and output are the sole responsibility of the client

2.2 Risk Disclosure

• Trading in securities, futures, forex, cryptocurrencies, and other financial instruments involves substantial risk of loss
• Past performance of any trading system, algorithm, or strategy is not indicative of future results
• No trading system or technology can guarantee profits or prevent losses
• Algorithmic and automated trading carries additional risks including system failures and unexpected market conditions
• Leveraged trading can result in losses exceeding your initial investment

We strongly recommend consulting with a licensed financial advisor or CTA registered with the CFTC before making any trading or investment decisions.

2.3 Technology Does Not Guarantee Compliance

The ultimate responsibility for compliance with applicable trading regulations rests solely with you and your licensed compliance officers.

3. Software and Development Services Disclaimer

3.1 As-Is Provision

• Software will be error-free, bug-free, or free from security vulnerabilities
• Software will operate without interruption or without data loss
• Software will meet all requirements not specified in the SOW
• Errors or defects will be corrected within any specific timeframe

3.2 Client Responsibility for Production Systems

• Thoroughly test all software in staging before production deployment
• Maintain adequate backups of all data and systems
• Implement appropriate cybersecurity measures
• Monitor production systems and promptly report issues
• Ensure software is used in compliance with all applicable laws

3.3 Third-Party Integrations

• Outages, errors, or changes to third-party services
• Data accuracy or availability from third-party sources
• Costs or damages arising from third-party service failures

4. No Guarantee of Results

• Market conditions and liquidity
• Your operational procedures and personnel
• Network and infrastructure performance
• Regulatory changes
• Third-party service reliability

5. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ARCHAEOPTERIS LLC AND ITS MEMBERS, MANAGERS, EMPLOYEES, AND CONTRACTORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: TRADING LOSSES, LOST PROFITS, SYSTEM DOWNTIME, DATA LOSS, OR REGULATORY PENALTIES.

6. Indemnification

By using our services, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your trading activities, use of our software, violations of applicable law, or reliance on information provided by us.

7. Third-Party Links and References

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content or practices of any third-party sites. Use of third-party links is at your own risk.

8. Jurisdictional Limitations

Our services are provided from the United States and are intended for business clients capable of entering into legally binding contracts. You are responsible for compliance with local laws applicable to your use of our services.

9. Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to update this Disclaimer at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to our website. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.

10. Contact Information

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