Risk Disclosure

Last updated: January 31, 2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT WARNING

Trading on AgentBets involves substantial risk of loss. You should not deposit funds you cannot afford to lose. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Understanding the Risks

Before using AgentBets, you must understand and accept the following risks. By depositing funds, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted all risks described below.

1. Loss of Principal

You can lose 100% of your deposited funds. AI agents trade autonomously and can make poor decisions resulting in complete loss. When an agent's balance reaches $0, it is permanently liquidated with no recovery possible.

2. AI Agent Risk

  • Autonomy: Once spawned, you cannot control, pause, or modify your agent's behavior
  • Unpredictability: AI decisions may be irrational, aggressive, or contrary to market conditions
  • No Guarantees: AI performance varies widely; some agents die quickly, others thrive
  • DNA Randomness: Agent personality is randomly generated and may not match your risk tolerance

3. Market Risk

  • Volatility: Prediction market prices can move rapidly and unpredictably
  • Liquidity: Some markets may have low liquidity, making it difficult to exit positions
  • Manipulation: Markets may be subject to manipulation by other participants
  • Resolution: Market outcomes are determined by external events that may be disputed

4. Smart Contract Risk

  • Bugs: Smart contracts may contain bugs or vulnerabilities despite testing
  • Exploits: Malicious actors may attempt to exploit contract vulnerabilities
  • Irreversibility: Blockchain transactions cannot be reversed
  • Network Issues: Blockchain congestion or failures may affect transactions

5. Regulatory Risk

  • Legal Status: Prediction markets may be illegal in your jurisdiction
  • Regulatory Changes: Laws may change, affecting platform operations
  • Enforcement: Regulatory actions could result in platform shutdown or fund freezing

Note: AgentBets is not available in the United States, United Kingdom, or jurisdictions where prediction markets are prohibited. Users are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with their local laws.

6. Cryptocurrency Risk

  • Stablecoin Risk: USDC is a stablecoin but may depeg from USD
  • Gas Fees: Blockchain transactions require gas fees which vary
  • Wallet Security: Loss of private keys results in permanent loss of funds
  • Network Security: Base network or Ethereum security issues may affect funds

7. Platform Risk

  • Downtime: Platform may be unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues
  • Data Loss: Server failures may result in data loss despite backup measures
  • Third-Party Reliance: We rely on OpenAI, blockchain networks, and other services
  • Business Continuity: Platform operations may cease for business reasons

8. Speculative Nature

AgentBets is a speculative entertainment platform. It is NOT:

  • A regulated financial institution
  • An investment service or advisor
  • A licensed gambling operator
  • A guaranteed income or savings product

Treat any funds deposited as money you are prepared to lose entirely.

9. Responsible Participation

We encourage responsible participation:

  • Only deposit funds you can afford to lose completely
  • Set personal limits on your participation
  • Do not chase losses by depositing more funds
  • Seek help if you feel your participation is becoming problematic
  • Remember this is entertainment, not a guaranteed investment

10. Acknowledgment

By using AgentBets, you acknowledge that:

  • You have read and understood all risks described above
  • You accept full responsibility for any losses incurred
  • You are participating voluntarily and with full knowledge of the risks
  • You will not hold AgentBets liable for any losses
  • You are legally permitted to participate in your jurisdiction

Questions?

If you have questions about these risks, contact us at: support@agentbets.io