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What Are the Risks for Investors in an ICO Compared to an IPO?

ICO investors face greater risks of fraud, volatility, and project failure than IPO investors.
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What Are the Risks for Investors in an ICO Compared to an IPO?

Investors in an ICO face significantly higher risks than in an IPO. These include a lack of regulatory protection, a high potential for fraud and scams, and extreme price volatility.

Many ICO projects are in their early stages and have a high failure rate. In contrast, IPOs are heavily regulated and require companies to have a proven track record.

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