Rize Exchange – Whistleblower Policy

Company Name: Fingoole Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Platform: Rize Exchange
Jurisdiction: India

Rize Exchange is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability. This Whistleblower Policy provides a secure and confidential mechanism for reporting unethical, illegal, or improper conduct.

1. Purpose

The purpose of this Policy is to encourage responsible whistleblowing and ensure concerns are raised and addressed in a safe, fair, and confidential manner.

2. Scope

This Policy applies to all employees, directors, officers, consultants, vendors, suppliers, business partners, and any person associated with Rize Exchange.

3. Matters Covered

This Policy covers concerns relating to fraud, bribery, corruption, money laundering, data misuse, harassment, conflicts of interest, and violations of law or internal policies.

4. Guiding Principles

• Encouragement of responsible whistleblowing
• Confidential handling of disclosures
• Impartial and fair investigation
• Zero tolerance for retaliation

5. Who is a Whistleblower

A whistleblower is any person who reports a concern in good faith, believing the information disclosed to be true.

6. Reporting Channels

Reports may be submitted through designated internal reporting channels or directly to the Compliance Officer of Rize Exchange.

7. Confidentiality

The identity of whistleblowers shall be kept confidential to the extent possible, except where disclosure is required by law or regulatory obligations.

8. Protection Against Retaliation

Rize Exchange strictly prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports a concern in good faith.

9. Investigation Procedure

All complaints shall be acknowledged, investigated, documented, and resolved promptly, fairly, and objectively.

10. False or Malicious Complaints

Complaints made with malicious intent or knowingly false information may result in disciplinary action.

11. Roles & Responsibilities

• Board: Oversight and governance
• Compliance Officer: Receipt, handling, and investigation of reports
• Employees: Reporting concerns and cooperating in investigations

12. Documentation & Record Keeping

All whistleblower complaints, investigation records, and related documentation shall be securely maintained for a minimum of five (5) years.

13. Communication & Training

This Policy shall be communicated to all stakeholders and supported through appropriate awareness and training initiatives.

14. Legal Safeguards

This Policy is aligned with applicable Indian laws and regulatory requirements to ensure legal protection for whistleblowers.

15. Policy Review

This Policy shall be reviewed annually or earlier if required by law or regulatory changes.

16. Amendments

Rize Exchange reserves the right to amend this Policy at any time. Continued association with the platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

Disclaimer: This policy is intended for internal governance and compliance purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.