Trade Policy


Velocoin Trade Policy

Velocoin Trade Policy

Effective Date: March 2, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Velocoin, a subsidiary business of Velo. Velocoin operates as a digital exchange platform facilitating the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies, including Velo token VLO and other digital assets. By accessing or using Velocoin you agree to this Trade Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the platform.

This Trade Policy is intended to promote transparency, security, and fairness for all users. It supplements our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

2. Scope of the Trade Policy

This policy applies to all trading services on Velocoin including but not limited to:

  • Trading Velo token VLO
  • Trading major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin BTC and Ethereum ETH
  • Buying, selling, and exchanging supported assets and stablecoins
  • Institutional and retail account activity

3. Account Registration and Verification

To use trading features you must register an account and complete identity verification. Required steps include:

  • Provide accurate personal or entity information during registration
  • Complete Know Your Customer verification which may include government issued ID, proof of address, and beneficial owner information
  • Provide additional documentation on request to satisfy anti money laundering obligations

Velocoin may refuse or restrict accounts that fail verification or present heightened legal or compliance risk.

4. Account Security

  • You are responsible for protecting account credentials and enabling two factor authentication where available.
  • Notify Velocoin immediately if you suspect unauthorized access.
  • Velocoin is not liable for losses resulting from your failure to secure credentials except where negligence by Velocoin is proven.

5. Trading Pairs and Supported Assets

Velocoin lists supported assets and trading pairs at its discretion. Listings may be added or removed based on liquidity, compliance, and other factors. Users should confirm supported pairs and their respective market rules from the platform interface.

6. Trading Orders and Execution

Velocoin supports common order types. Each executed trade is final subject to platform correction of clear errors in accordance with our matching engine rules.

Order TypeDescription
Market OrderExecute immediately at the best available price in the order book.
Limit OrderPlace an order to buy or sell at a specified price or better. Order remains until matched or cancelled.
Stop Loss OrderSell when the market reaches a trigger price to limit losses.

Execution quality depends on market liquidity and may be impacted by volatility. Velocoin does not guarantee worst case slippage or fill price for volatile markets.

7. Transaction Fees and Fee Schedule

Fees are charged per transaction and are disclosed before order confirmation. Velocoin uses a maker taker fee model. Fee rates may depend on 30 day trading volume and account tier.

TierMaker FeeTaker Fee
Standard0.10 percent0.20 percent
Pro0.06 percent0.15 percent
Institutionalnegotiatednegotiated

Third party network fees for blockchain transfers are passed through to users. Fee schedule is subject to change by notice on the platform.

8. Deposits and Withdrawals

  • Deposit and withdrawal limits are tied to verification level and may be adjusted for security or regulatory reasons.
  • Processing times depend on blockchain confirmations and payment processor latency.
  • Velocoin may delay or suspend transfers that appear suspicious pending review.

9. Risk Acknowledgment and Disclosures

By using Velocoin you acknowledge these risks:

Risk CategorySummary
Market VolatilityPrices can move rapidly and sharply causing losses greater than initial exposure.
Security RiskDespite controls accounts and platforms can be compromised.
Regulatory RiskChanges in law can restrict services or create compliance liabilities.
Exposure percentage = (Value of token X in user portfolio / Total portfolio value) × 100

10. Market Manipulation and Unlawful Activity

Velocoin prohibits market manipulation and unlawful conduct. Prohibited examples include pump and dump schemes, wash trading, spoofing, and insider trading. Violations lead to account suspension, termination, and possible referral to authorities.

Prohibited ConductLegal Reference
Market manipulation including spoofing and layeringExchange Act Rule 10b-5
Fraud and material misstatementsExchange Act Rule 10b-5
Money launderingBank Secrecy Act statutes 31 U.S.C. 5311 et seq.
Use of insider non public informationSecurities Act Section 10b and Exchange Act Rule 10b-5

11. Surveillance, Monitoring and Enforcement

Velocoin maintains automated surveillance systems and manual reviews to detect suspicious patterns. Policies include trade surveillance, withdrawal monitoring, and counterparty screening for sanctions and embargo lists. Confirmed violations may result in penalties including forfeiture of gains and legal action.

12. Suspension, Termination and Account Freeze

Velocoin may suspend, freeze, restrict, or terminate accounts for violations of this policy, legal requirement, or risk concerns. On termination users will be notified and given instructions to withdraw assets subject to applicable processing rules.

13. Dispute Resolution

Users should first contact customer support for resolution. If unresolved, disputes are subject to binding arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act 9 U.S.C. Section 1 et seq. unless local mandatory rules require alternate processes.

14. Limitation of Liability and Indemnity

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Velocoin is not liable for trading losses, lost profits, or incidental damages. Users agree to indemnify Velocoin and affiliates for claims arising from their violation of this policy or misuse of the platform.

15. Recordkeeping and Compliance References

Velocoin aligns its compliance program with applicable U.S. laws and regulatory guidance where relevant. Representative references include:

  • Bank Secrecy Act and related regulations codified at 31 CFR 1010
  • FinCEN Customer Due Diligence obligations under 31 CFR 1010.230
  • Securities Act of 1933 Section 5
  • Exchange Act of 1934 Rule 10b-5 and recordkeeping rules 17a-3 and 17a-4
  • Investment Advisers Act advertising rule cited as 17 CFR 275.206(4)-1 where adviser activity applies
  • Commodity Exchange Act provisions as enforced by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission where derivatives are offered

16. Example Calculations

Net trade result = (Exit price − Entry price) × Quantity − Trading fees − Network fees
Fee amount = Trade value × Fee rate

17. Changes to this Trade Policy

Velocoin may update this Trade Policy to reflect legal requirements, market practice, or service changes. Material updates will be posted and notified to users. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.

18. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Trade Policy contact us:

Last updated: March 2, 2025
This Trade Policy is a statement of Velocoin procedures and obligations. It does not constitute legal advice. Specific product features or offerings may be subject to additional rules and registration requirements under federal securities law.

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