Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 15th, 2025
Reciprocal Anonymity Protocol
We maintain strict two-way anonymity to protect both client strategies and forecaster independence
Overview
SlowVoice Pty Ltd [trading as Dysrupt Labs] ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our services, including the Almanis platform.
Key Principle: Access to Almanis data and analysis does not require participation as a user. We maintain strict reciprocal anonymity protocols to protect both client strategies and forecaster independence.
Information We Collect
Account Information
- Name and contact details (when you register on our site)
- Organization information
- Professional credentials
- Authentication credentials
- Optional pseudonyms for community participation
Platform Activity Data
- Forecasts and predictions you make
- Comments and community interactions
- Community members and assets you follow
- Feature usage patterns
- Performance metrics
- Access logs
Forecasting Data
- Anonymized prediction data
- Aggregated performance metrics
- Behavioral patterns (anonymized)
Cookies and Tracking
- Session cookies to maintain your login state
- Preference cookies to personalize your experience
- Analytics cookies to understand platform usage
Note: All users may utilize pseudonyms while participating in the community as forecasters or commentators, enhancing privacy protection.
Use of Cookies
Yes, we use cookies to enhance your experience on our platform. Specifically, we use cookies to:
- Identify you when you visit, saving you from having to log in each time
- Provide you with a tailored and improved experience
- Understand how our community uses Almanis
- Remember your preferences and settings
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may limit certain platform functionality.
How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve our forecasting services
- Personalize your experience on the platform
- Generate aggregated intelligence signals
- Improve our website and customer service
- Conduct research and development
- Ensure platform security and integrity
- Communicate service updates and changes
- Process payments for forecasting performance (when applicable)
- Comply with legal obligations
Important: Individual forecaster predictions are never shared with clients. Only aggregated, anonymized signals are provided.
Payments and Regulatory Compliance
Monetary payments for user forecasting performance are awarded at the Company's discretion. To facilitate these payments:
Additional Information Required
- Tax identification information
- Banking details for payment processing
- Identity verification documents
KYC/AML Compliance
We retain records of payments to competition winners for their winning forecasting and commenting performance to comply with:
- KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements
- AML (Anti-Money Laundering) disclosure requirements
- Relevant jurisdictional regulations
Important: By accepting our Terms of Use, you consent to our disclosing payment-related information to relevant authorities if requested.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
- To relevant authorities for KYC/AML compliance (payment recipients only)
- To protect our rights and safety
- With service providers under strict confidentiality agreements
- In aggregated, anonymized form for research purposes
Data Security
We safeguard the confidentiality of your personally identifiable information. We employ administrative, physical, and electronic measures designed to protect your information from unauthorized access:
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- Secure data storage with encryption at rest
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Access controls and authentication protocols
- Employee training on data protection
- Incident response procedures
The Almanis community and data set is built on trust, and that starts with us.
Reciprocal Anonymity Protocol
Our unique reciprocal anonymity protocol ensures:
- Forecasters cannot identify client strategies or positions
- Clients cannot identify individual forecasters
- All interactions occur through anonymized interfaces
- Community members can use pseudonyms for additional privacy
- Strict legal agreements enforce anonymity
This two-way anonymity is fundamental to maintaining unbiased, high-quality forecasts and protecting client confidentiality.
Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:
- Active account data: Duration of service agreement
- Payment records: As required by KYC/AML regulations
- Aggregated analytics: Indefinitely (anonymized)
- Legal compliance data: As required by law
- Backup data: 90 days post-deletion
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request data deletion (subject to legal requirements)
- Object to certain processing activities
- Port your data to another service
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Choose to participate using a pseudonym
GDPR Compliance (EU Residents)
For residents of the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Legal Basis for Processing
- Contract performance: To provide our services
- Legitimate interests: For research and platform improvement
- Legal compliance: To meet regulatory requirements
- Consent: For marketing communications and cookies
Additional Rights
- Right to restriction of processing
- Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authority
- Right to object to automated decision-making
European Union or Swiss citizens with inquiries or complaints regarding this privacy policy should first contact us at the addresses listed in the Contact Information section.
CCPA Compliance (California Residents)
We are committed to following applicable laws that protect your privacy. We take California's privacy rules for online service providers as outlined in their Online Privacy Protection Act as our guide.
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
Note: SlowVoice Pty Ltd [trading as Dysrupt Labs] does not sell personal information.
Your Consent
By using our site, you consent to our Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. Your continued use of our services constitutes ongoing consent to our data practices as described in this policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If we decide to change our privacy policy, we will:
- Post those changes on this page
- Send an email notifying you of any material changes
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Policy changes will apply only to information collected after the date of the change. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy or if you wish to exercise your rights, you may contact us using:
Privacy Officer
General Support
Mailing Address
SlowVoice Pty Ltd [TA Dysrupt Labs]
Attn: Privacy Officer
Scottish House, Level 4
90 William Street
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Australia