Ethical Journalism
Ethics Policy
Our principles for responsible journalism in finance, technology, and the age of intelligence.
Editorial Independence
LUMINAIRE's editorial team operates with complete independence from commercial and advertising interests. Our principles:
- No Pay-for-Play: Editorial coverage cannot be purchased. Advertising relationships never influence which topics we cover or how we cover them.
- Firewall Policy: A strict separation exists between our editorial and business operations. Sales teams have no input on editorial decisions.
- Transparency: When covering companies or projects that advertise with us, we disclose that relationship.
Financial Disclosures
Given our coverage of cryptocurrency, tokenized assets, and financial markets, we maintain strict disclosure requirements:
- Personal Holdings: Staff members covering specific assets must disclose personal holdings in those assets.
- Trading Restrictions: Writers are prohibited from trading assets they are actively covering for a defined period before and after publication.
- Investment Advice Disclaimer:LUMINAIRE does not provide investment advice. All predictions and analyses are for informational purposes only.
Intelligence Ethics Principles
LUMINAIRE employs iQ-powered intelligence tools responsibly:
- Transparency: Content assisted by iQ technology is clearly labeled. Readers know when intelligence tools contributed to analysis.
- Human Oversight: All iQ-generated content is reviewed, verified, and edited by human journalists before publication.
- Accuracy Over Speed: We prioritize accurate analysis over rapid publication. iQ tools enhance research—they don't replace journalistic rigor.
- No Fabrication: iQ tools are never used to fabricate quotes, sources, or events. All factual claims are independently verified.
Sponsored Content Policy
LUMINAIRE maintains clear distinctions between editorial and sponsored content:
- Clear Labeling: All sponsored content is prominently labeled as "Sponsored," "Partner Content," or "Paid Promotion."
- Visual Distinction: Sponsored content uses distinct visual styling to differentiate it from editorial content.
- Quality Standards: Even sponsored content must meet our accuracy and quality standards. We reserve the right to reject or edit sponsored content that does not meet these standards.
Data Privacy Commitment
LUMINAIRE is committed to protecting reader privacy:
- Minimal Collection: We collect only the data necessary to provide our services and improve reader experience.
- No Data Sales: Reader data is never sold to third parties.
- Secure Storage: All personal data is encrypted and stored securely.
- Reader Rights: Readers can request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal data at any time.
For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
Commitment to Fairness
LUMINAIRE strives for fair, balanced coverage:
- Multiple Perspectives: We seek to include diverse viewpoints on complex issues, especially in areas of ongoing debate.
- Right of Reply: Individuals and organizations covered critically are given opportunity to respond before publication.
- Corrections: We correct errors promptly and transparently. See our corrections policy.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions about our ethics policy or wish to report a concern, please contact us at editorial@luminaire.news