Risk Assessment

Technical Risks

Smart Contract Vulnerabilities:

• Mitigation: Multiple security audits, formal verification, bug bounty program

Base Network Dependencies:

• Mitigation: Multi-chain deployment strategy, failover mechanisms

Scalability Limitations:

• Mitigation: Layer 2 optimization, off-chain processing where appropriate

Market Risks

Regulatory Changes:

• Mitigation: Proactive compliance, legal advisory board, geographic diversification

Competition from Traditional Processors:

• Mitigation: Superior user experience, lower fees, crypto-native features

Merchant Adoption Challenges:

• Mitigation: Comprehensive onboarding, integration support, incentive programs

Operational Risks

Team Dependencies:

• Mitigation: Decentralized development, open-source components, community contributors

Funding Requirements:

• Mitigation: Multiple funding sources, revenue generation from early launch

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