By accessing and using Sovereign Trades ("the Platform"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
2. Trading Services
Sovereign Trades provides copy trading services that allow users to automatically replicate trades from strategy providers. Our services include:
Access to curated alpha trading strategies
Automated copy trading functionality
Real-time portfolio tracking and analytics
Integration with Alpaca Markets for trade execution
3. Alpaca Markets Integration & Disclosures
Important Alpaca Markets Information
Securities Trading
Securities products and services are offered by Alpaca Securities LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Alpaca Securities LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AlpacaDB, Inc.
Cryptocurrency Trading
Cryptocurrency services are made available by Alpaca Crypto LLC. Alpaca Crypto LLC is not a member of FINRA or SIPC. Cryptocurrencies are not stocks and your cryptocurrency investments are not protected by either FDIC or SIPC.
Investment Advisory Services
Investment advisory services are offered by Alpaca Advisors LLC, an SEC registered investment adviser. Alpaca Advisors LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AlpacaDB, Inc.
Customer Agreement
By using Alpaca Markets services through our platform, you agree to be bound by the Alpaca Customer Agreement:
The following disclosures are made available as required by Alpaca Markets. These documents contain important information about trading risks, terms of service, and regulatory requirements.
Use and Risk Disclosure
Important information about trading risks and platform usage
Trading Risk: All trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Copy Trading Risk: Copy trading involves additional risks as you are replicating trades made by third parties. Strategy performance may vary significantly.
Market Risk: Securities prices can be volatile and may decline in value. You may lose some or all of your investment.
No Guarantee: No trading strategy or advice can guarantee profits or prevent losses.
5. Pricing Policy
Performance-Based Fee Structure
Profit Sharing
Sovereign Trades operates on a performance-based fee model. Strategy providers charge 20% of net profits generated through copy trading activities. This means:
Fees are only charged when you make a profit
The 20% fee applies to net profits only (profits minus losses)
No fees are charged on losing trades or periods of loss
Fees are calculated and deducted from your profitable trades
Loss Non-Liability
Important: Sovereign Trades and its strategy providers do NOT share in any losses incurred through copy trading. You bear full responsibility for all trading losses. Specifically:
All trading losses are 100% borne by you, the user
Strategy providers and Sovereign Trades have no liability for losses
No refunds or reimbursements are provided for losing trades
Past performance is not indicative of future results
Copy Trading at Your Own Risk
By using Sovereign Trades copy trading services, you acknowledge and agree that:
You are proceeding entirely at your own risk
You are solely responsible for all trading decisions and outcomes
Copy trading does not guarantee profits and may result in substantial losses
You should only invest capital that you can afford to lose
You have read and understood all risk disclosures
Additional Fees
Additional fees may include:
Third-party broker fees (charged by Alpaca Markets)
Regulatory fees as required by law
Payment for order flow as disclosed in Alpaca's PFOF disclosure
6. Cybersecurity Policy
Security Measures and Protocols
Data Classification and Handling
Sovereign Trades implements strict data classification and handling procedures:
Confidential Data: Personal information, financial data, and trading credentials are classified as highly confidential
Internal Data: Trading strategies, performance metrics, and operational data are classified as internal use only
Public Data: General market information and public disclosures are classified as public
All data is handled according to its classification level with appropriate security controls
Data retention policies ensure data is stored only as long as necessary
Access Control and Privileged Access Management
We implement comprehensive access control measures:
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Required for all administrative access
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Users are granted minimum necessary permissions
Privileged Access Management: Administrative access is strictly controlled, monitored, and logged
Regular access reviews ensure only authorized personnel have system access
Session management with automatic timeout for inactive sessions
Strong password policies with complexity requirements
Encryption of Data at Rest and in Transit
All sensitive data is protected through encryption:
Data in Transit: All data transmitted over networks is encrypted using TLS 1.3 or higher
Data at Rest: All sensitive data stored in databases is encrypted using industry-standard AES-256 encryption
API credentials and authentication tokens are encrypted and securely stored
Database connections use encrypted channels
Encryption keys are managed using secure key management systems
Vulnerability Management and Patch Management
We maintain a proactive approach to identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities:
Continuous Monitoring: The platform is continuously monitored for security vulnerabilities and suspicious activities
Regular security assessments and penetration testing are conducted
Automated vulnerability scanning of all systems and dependencies
Patch Management: Security patches and updates are applied promptly according to severity
Critical vulnerabilities are addressed within 24-48 hours
All third-party libraries and dependencies are kept up to date
Security advisories are monitored for all software components
Incident Response and Disaster Recovery
Comprehensive incident response and disaster recovery procedures are in place:
24/7 Security Monitoring: The platform is monitored around the clock for security incidents
Denial of Service (DoS) Protection: Advanced monitoring and mitigation systems detect and prevent DoS and DDoS attacks
Unauthorized Access Detection: Automated systems detect and alert on unauthorized access attempts, brute force attacks, and suspicious login patterns
Traffic Analysis: All network traffic is monitored for malicious patterns and anomalies
Incident response team available to address security incidents immediately
Documented incident response procedures with clear escalation paths
Regular backup of all critical data with secure off-site storage
Disaster recovery plan tested regularly to ensure business continuity
Users will be notified of any security incidents affecting their accounts within 72 hours
Post-incident analysis conducted to prevent future occurrences
Physical Security
Our infrastructure is hosted on secure cloud platforms that maintain:
Provide accurate and complete information during registration
Maintain the security of your account credentials
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Not engage in any fraudulent or manipulative activities
Understand the risks associated with trading and copy trading
Review and understand all Alpaca Markets disclosures and agreements
8. Limitation of Liability
Sovereign Trades shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use our services. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses.
9. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Alpaca's Privacy Notice.
10. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of the platform after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
11. Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state of Michigan, without regard to conflict of law principles.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Sovereign Trades
Email: info@riecomp.org Phone: 248-238-8245
Mailing Address
Riemann Computing Inc. 801 W Big Beaver Rd. Ste - 300 MB #38 Troy, MI 48084