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list 3 risks associated with investing in cryptocurrencies
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1. volatility: cryptocurrency prices are highly volatile, which means that investing in them often carries a higher risk than other investments. 
2. cybersecurity: the lack of regulation makes cryptocurrencies susceptible to hacking and cyber theft.
3. regulatory risk: since cryptocurrencies are largely unregulated, government intervention could cause prices to fluctuate dramatically.
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