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It’s perfect for gifting or splitting a bill with friends.\n\nNEED HELP?\nVisit river.com/support for more information or contact our Client Services team for the best in-class support. \n\nSECURITY & REGULATION\nRiver is a US-based, regulated financial institution, focused on keeping your Bitcoin safe. All assets are held in full reserve with multi-sig cold storage. Verify it yourself using our Proof of Reserves.\n\n–\n\n1 River Financial Inc. (“River”) is not a bank. USD funds are deposited by Lead Bank, Member FDIC. Your USD is FDIC-insured up to $250,000, inclusive of any deposits that you already hold at Lead Bank in the same ownership capacity. FDIC insurance may protect against a failure by Lead Bank, but does not protect against River’s failure, nor does it protect against theft or fraud. Bitcoin is not insured by the FDIC, and may lose value.\n\nInterest may be earned on cash that has settled at Lead Bank. The interest rate is subject to change. You may choose to receive interest payouts in Bitcoin or in USD. Lead is not affiliated with River’s Bitcoin program, products, or offerings. Not available in all states. Fees may apply. 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