How does Robinhood's SPIC insurance coverage work for digital assets?

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• Nov 29, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Sure! Robinhood's SPIC insurance coverage for digital assets provides protection for your investments in cryptocurrencies. The Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SPIC) is a non-profit organization that provides limited coverage in case of broker-dealer failure. In the event that Robinhood fails, SPIC will step in to protect your eligible digital assets, up to $500,000, including a $250,000 limit for cash claims. It's important to note that SPIC coverage does not protect against market fluctuations or losses due to trading activities, but it does provide an added layer of security for your digital assets.
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• Nov 29, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Robinhood's SPIC insurance coverage is designed to protect your digital assets in the event of Robinhood's failure. SPIC provides coverage up to $500,000 for eligible assets, including cryptocurrencies, with a cash claims limit of $250,000. This means that if Robinhood were to go bankrupt or experience a similar situation, SPIC would step in to help reimburse you for your losses, up to the coverage limits. It's important to understand that SPIC coverage does not protect against losses due to market volatility or trading decisions, so it's always wise to do your own research and make informed investment choices.
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• Nov 29, 2021 · 3 years ago
  When it comes to SPIC insurance coverage for digital assets, Robinhood has partnered with a third-party custodian to hold and safeguard your cryptocurrencies. This means that your digital assets are held separately from Robinhood's own assets, reducing the risk of loss in case of Robinhood's failure. In the event that Robinhood fails, the SPIC insurance coverage will kick in to provide protection for your eligible digital assets, up to the coverage limits. It's important to review the terms and conditions of the SPIC coverage to understand the specific details and limitations of the insurance.
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