Terms of Service

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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BETA VERSION - TESTING PHASE

TraderArena is currently in BETA/validation phase. This platform is being tested to validate market viability before formal company incorporation. By using this platform, you acknowledge this is a test environment and you participate at your own risk.

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using TraderArena ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. This platform is operated by individual developers in BETA testing phase without formal company incorporation. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using the Platform.

⚠️ Important: By using this platform, you acknowledge there is no formal business entity, no contractual guarantees, and you participate entirely at your own risk during this validation phase.

2. Description of Service

TraderArena is a skill-based trading competition platform where users participate in cryptocurrency trading games and competitions. The Platform offers:

  • Skill-based trading games (Price Hunter, Order Duel, Portfolio Clash, Volatility Master)
  • Real-time competitions with USDC prizes
  • Educational trading resources
  • Leaderboards and ranking systems
  • Web3 wallet integration

3. Skill-Based Gaming

TraderArena operates as a skill-based gaming platform, not a gambling service. All games require knowledge, skill, and strategy related to:

  • Technical analysis and chart reading
  • Market sentiment analysis
  • Risk management principles
  • Cryptocurrency market knowledge
  • Strategic decision-making under time pressure

4. Eligibility

To use TraderArena, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have legal capacity to enter into contracts
  • Not be located in jurisdictions where skill-based gaming is prohibited
  • Comply with all applicable local laws and regulations
  • Provide accurate and complete registration information

5. Account Registration

To participate in competitions, you must:

  • Connect a compatible Web3 wallet (MetaMask, WalletConnect, etc.)
  • Create a unique trader profile with accurate information
  • Maintain the security of your wallet and private keys
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

6. Game Rules and Fair Play

All participants must:

  • Play fairly and rely solely on their own skill and knowledge
  • Not use bots, scripts, or automated trading systems
  • Not engage in collusion with other players
  • Not attempt to manipulate or exploit the Platform
  • Follow all specific game rules and time limits

Violations may result in disqualification, prize forfeiture, and account suspension.

7. Voluntary Contributions & Prize Distribution

During BETA phase, TraderArena operates on a voluntary contribution model:

  • Voluntary Contributions: Deposits ($10-50 USDC) are voluntary contributions to support testing
  • Development Support (30%): Used for platform development, infrastructure, and operational costs
  • Prize Pool (70%): Distributed to winners based on skill and performance
  • Best-Effort Distribution: Prizes distributed on best-effort basis without legal guarantee
  • Blockchain Processing: All transactions processed via blockchain
  • Withdrawal Requests: Winners may request prize withdrawals (typically within 72 hours)
  • No Contractual Obligation: Platform may modify or suspend operations at any time

⚠️ BETA Limitation: All contributions are voluntary and at your own risk. Prize distributions are subject to platform availability with no legal guarantee during testing phase.

8. Intellectual Property

TraderArena and all related content, including game mechanics, algorithms, designs, and software, are proprietary to Gate33 Knowledge Hub. Users retain rights to their own strategies and content but grant us license to use aggregated, anonymized data for platform improvement.

9. Data Privacy

We collect and process personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws including GDPR. By using the Platform, you consent to our data practices as described in our Privacy Policy.

10. Disclaimers and Limited Liability

⚠️ BETA Testing Disclaimers

Use At Your Own Risk: You acknowledge that participation is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. Operators, developers, and contributors assume no liability for any losses, damages, or issues.

No Formal Entity: TraderArena is not operated by a formally incorporated company. It is operated by individual developers in testing capacity with no corporate entity to hold legally accountable.

No Guarantees: Prize distributions, platform availability, and continued operation are provided best-effort without contractual obligation or legal guarantee.

Financial Risk: All contributions are voluntary and may result in total loss. Do not contribute funds you cannot afford to lose.

TraderArena is provided "as is" without warranties. We disclaim all liability for:

  • Financial losses from participation in games
  • Technical issues, server downtime, or connectivity problems
  • Market volatility affecting game outcomes
  • Third-party wallet or blockchain network issues
  • Platform modifications, suspension, or discontinuation
  • Prize distribution delays or failures
  • Any damages arising from beta testing participation

11. Responsible Gaming

We promote responsible participation:

  • Set personal spending limits and time controls
  • Only participate with funds you can afford to lose
  • Take breaks and avoid excessive participation
  • Seek help if you develop problematic gaming behaviors

12. Termination & Platform Discontinuation

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend accounts for violations of these terms, suspicious activity, or at our discretion. Users may close their accounts at any time.

BETA Phase: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the platform at any time without notice or liability during this testing phase. If we discontinue operations, we will make best efforts to distribute pending prizes, but there is no legal obligation.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. During BETA phase, terms may change frequently as we validate and refine the platform.

14. Jurisdiction & Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from use of this platform shall be resolved through informal negotiation. Users waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits. By using this platform, you agree that any legal action must be brought individually.

User Responsibility: Users are solely responsible for ensuring their participation complies with all applicable local laws and regulations in their jurisdiction.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at:

Email: info@gate33.net
Website: https://traderarena.xyz
Support: Gate33 TraderArena Beta Testing

⚠️ Final Acknowledgment

By using TraderArena, you acknowledge this is a BETA TEST PLATFORM without formal incorporation. All participation is voluntary and at your own risk. There are no legal guarantees, contractual obligations, or assured outcomes. You accept all risks and limitations associated with participating in this experimental testing phase.