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Sunset Risk

Definition

Sunset risk refers to the potential for a digital asset project, protocol, or service to be discontinued or terminated. This risk arises when the operational lifespan of a blockchain application, a specific token, or an entire network reaches its planned or unplanned conclusion, potentially rendering associated assets or functionalities obsolete. It encompasses the possibility of developers abandoning a project, a protocol failing to maintain relevance, or regulatory changes forcing cessation. Such an event can result in a loss of utility and value for participants.