Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the services provided by Knemonik LLC ("Knemonik," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our services.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client," "you," or "your") and Knemonik LLC, incorporated in the State of Delaware, United States of America.

2. Services Provided

Knemonik provides the following professional intelligence services:

• Blockchain Wallet Tracing: Analysis and tracing of cryptocurrency transactions across Bitcoin, Ethereum, TRON, and other supported blockchain networks.
• Shell Company Mapping: Research and visualization of corporate entity structures, beneficial ownership, and cross-border organizational networks.
• AML Compliance SaaS: Anti-money laundering screening software including OFAC/UN sanctions monitoring and transaction risk scoring.
• Investigation Reports: Comprehensive written forensic investigation reports compiled from open-source intelligence, blockchain data, and proprietary AI analysis.
• Whistleblower Support Services: Structured assistance in preparing and submitting tips to US government whistleblower programs (IRS, SEC, CFTC) through licensed US Attorneys.
• Government & Regulatory Intelligence: Custom intelligence packages for law enforcement agencies and financial regulatory bodies.

3. Nature of Services — Not Legal Advice

4. Whistleblower Program — Special Terms

For clients engaging Whistleblower Support Services:

• Knemonik coordinates all government submissions exclusively through licensed US Attorneys to preserve attorney-client privilege and client anonymity.
• Reward outcomes under IRS, SEC, or CFTC whistleblower programs are determined solely by the relevant US government agency. Knemonik makes no guarantee of any reward or outcome.
• Non-US citizens and residents are fully eligible for US whistleblower programs where the reported conduct involves US financial systems, as documented under relevant federal law.
• Clients must provide truthful and accurate information. Submission of knowingly false information may violate federal law and will terminate our engagement immediately.
• Knemonik charges a service fee for preparation and coordination, separate from any government reward received by the client.

5. Client Obligations

As a client of Knemonik, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information relevant to your engagement.
• Use our services and deliverables only for lawful purposes.
• Not use investigation reports or intelligence deliverables to harass, extort, intimidate, or illegally harm any individual or entity.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary methodologies and tools disclosed during your engagement.
• Comply with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction regarding the receipt and use of financial intelligence.

6. Confidentiality

Knemonik treats all client engagements as strictly confidential. We will not disclose your identity, engagement details, or deliverables to any third party except:

• As required by valid legal process, court order, or applicable law;
• To licensed US Attorneys engaged specifically to handle your whistleblower submission, under attorney-client privilege;
• With your explicit prior written consent.

Clients may submit inquiries anonymously. Anonymous submissions are handled with the same confidentiality protections as identified engagements.

7. Payment Terms

• AML Compliance SaaS is billed monthly. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled with 30 days written notice.
• Investigation Reports and custom engagements require a 50% advance payment prior to commencement of work. The balance is due upon delivery.
• Government and enterprise engagements are subject to separately negotiated payment schedules documented in individual service agreements.
• All fees are stated in US Dollars (USD) and are non-refundable once work has commenced, except where Knemonik fails to deliver the contracted service.
• Whistleblower Support Services are charged at a fixed coordination fee plus a success fee percentage negotiated prior to engagement commencement.

8. Intellectual Property

All methodologies, algorithms, software, analytical frameworks, and proprietary databases used by Knemonik remain the exclusive intellectual property of Knemonik LLC. Investigation reports and deliverables provided to clients are licensed for the client's internal use only and may not be redistributed, resold, or published without Knemonik's prior written consent.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:

• Knemonik's total liability for any claim arising from an engagement shall not exceed the total fees paid by the client for that specific engagement.
• Knemonik shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, loss of data, or loss of business.
• Knemonik makes no warranty that investigation reports are complete, exhaustive, or free from error. Blockchain data, corporate registry data, and open-source intelligence are inherently subject to limitations of available public information.
• Knemonik is not responsible for decisions made by clients or their counsel based on our deliverables.

10. Prohibited Uses

You may not use Knemonik's services to:

• Facilitate money laundering, terrorist financing, or any activity that violates applicable anti-money laundering laws.
• Stalk, harass, or target individuals for unlawful purposes.
• Conduct competitive intelligence in violation of trade secret or unfair competition laws.
• Submit false whistleblower tips to government agencies.
• Circumvent court orders, injunctions, or legal process.

Knemonik reserves the right to terminate any engagement immediately and without refund upon discovery of prohibited use.

11. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States of America, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be resolved by binding arbitration in Wilmington, Delaware, under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), except that either party may seek injunctive relief in any court of competent jurisdiction.

12. Modifications to Terms

Knemonik reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services after the effective date of any modification constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. Contact

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact Knemonik LLC through the secure inquiry form at knemonik.com. All legal correspondence should be directed to our registered agent in the State of Delaware.