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Editorial Policy

  1. Editorial Mission 

AI FrontPage is an independent global news platform dedicated to reporting on artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and their real-world impact on society, governance, labour, culture, and economy.

Our mission is to deliver accurate, rigorous, and accountable journalism that helps readers understand complex technological change without hype, advocacy, fear-mongering, or commercial influence.

AI FrontPage exists to inform the public interest — not to promote technologies, companies, ideologies, or political agendas. 

  1. No-AI Content Policy 

AI FrontPage operates under a strict human-only journalism policy. 

2.1 Prohibition on AI Use 

AI FrontPage does not use artificial intelligence in any form for:

  • Writing, drafting, rewriting, summarising, or editing editorial content
  • Generating, enhancing, manipulating, or selecting images
  • Headline creation, content optimisation, tone adjustment, or formatting
  • Research automation, fact-checking automation, or source generation

All editorial content published on AI FrontPage is:

  • Reported by human journalists
  • Written by human authors
  • Edited by human editors

2.2 Rationale 

This policy exists to preserve:

  • Editorial accountability
  • Source transparency
  • Human judgment and ethical responsibility
  • Reader trust

Any future change to this policy will be publicly disclosed and updated on this page 

  1. Editorial Independence 

3.1 Separation of Editorial and Business 

AI FrontPage maintains a strict separation between:

  • Editorial decision-making
  • Advertising, sponsorship, partnerships, or revenue operations

Advertisers, investors, partners, or sponsors have no role in story selection, framing, timing, or conclusions. 

3.2 Gifts, Access, and Incentives 

Editorial staff must not accept:

  • Gifts, payments, or perks
  • Paid travel, preferential access, or exclusive incentives
  • Any benefit that could compromise independence or create perceived obligation

  1. Accuracy, Verification & Sourcing 

4.1 Standards of Accuracy 

Accuracy is non-negotiable. Every factual assertion must be:

  • Verified through reliable primary or secondary sources
  • Cross-checked where possible
  • Contextualised to avoid misleading impressions

Speed never overrides accuracy. 

4.2 Sources

  • Sources must be clearly attributed whenever possible
  • Anonymous sources are used only when public interest outweighs disclosure, and only with senior editorial approval
  • Information provided “off the record” is never published unless independently verified

4.3 Corrections

  • Errors are corrected promptly and transparently
  • Corrections will clearly state what was wrong and what has been corrected
  • Substantial errors may warrant editor’s notes or retractions

  1. Impartiality, Fairness & Balance 

AI FrontPage:

  • Approaches all subjects with editorial neutrality
  • Avoids loaded language, exaggeration, or speculative framing
  • Presents competing viewpoints fairly where they are relevant and credible

Impartiality does not mean false balance. Claims unsupported by evidence are not given equal weight. 

  1. Conflicts of Interest 

6.1 Personal Conflicts 

6.1.1. Internal Editorial Disclosure 

Editors and reporters must disclose conflicts in writing to:

  • The Editor-in-Chief, and
  • The Editorial Standards Committee / Senior Editorial Leadership

This disclosure must occur:

  • Before assignment, or
  • Immediately upon becoming aware of a potential conflict

Internal disclosure determines whether:

  • Reassignment is required
  • Additional editorial oversight is needed
  • Public disclosure is necessary 

6.1.2. Public Disclosure 

When a conflict is material to audience trust, it must also be disclosed to readers, clearly and prominently, within the article itself.

Examples:

  • Financial holdings in a company being covered
  • Previous employment, advisory roles, or paid consulting
  • Personal or close professional relationships with subjects of coverage

6.1.3. Ongoing Disclosure Registry 

AI FrontPage will maintain an internal conflict-of-interest register where editorial staff must update:

  • Financial interests
  • Board memberships or advisory roles
  • Significant external engagements

This registry is reviewed periodically by senior editorial leadership. 

6.2 Financial and Industry Ties 

Staff may not:

  • Hold paid roles in organisations they cover
  • Trade on non-public information
  • Allow investments to influence editorial judgment

  1. Privacy, Harm & Responsible Reporting 

AI FrontPage respects:

  • Personal privacy
  • Human dignity
  • The principle of minimizing harm

We exercise particular care when reporting on:

  • Individuals without public power
  • Whistleblowers
  • Vulnerable communities
  • Ongoing investigations

Public interest must clearly outweigh potential harm. 

  1. Content Categories & Clear Labeling 

AI FrontPage classifies its editorial output into clearly defined categories to ensure transparency, reader clarity, and editorial integrity. 

Content Types

  • News:
    Objective, fact-based reporting on current developments in AI and emerging technologies. News content must be verifiable, neutral in tone, and free from interpretation or opinion.
  • Analysis & Features:
    In-depth reporting that provides context, interpretation, or examination of trends, implications, and systemic issues. These pieces remain evidence-driven and clearly distinguished from straight news.
  • Opinion & Commentary:
    Clearly labeled opinion pieces expressing reasoned viewpoints. Opinion content must be grounded in factual accuracy and must never be presented as news.
  • Explainers & Guides:
    Educational content designed to clarify complex topics, terminology, or systems. These pieces must remain factual, accessible, and non-promotional.

Labeling Standards

  • Every article is clearly labeled by category
  • Opinion content is visually and structurally distinct from news
  • Sponsored or paid content is explicitly labeled and never blended with editorial material
  • All content carries clear author attribution

  1. Editorial Review Process 

9.1 Editorial Oversight 

All content passes through:

  • Editorial review
  • Fact-checking
  • Senior editorial approval where required

Editors retain final authority over publication. 

9.2 Accountability 

Editorial decisions are documented internally. Disputes are resolved at senior editorial level, prioritising ethical standards over commercial or reputational concerns. 

  1. Ethics Enforcement 

AI FrontPage maintains an internal editorial standards framework to:

  • Review complaints
  • Investigate breaches
  • Enforce corrective or disciplinary action

Violations may result in:

  • Corrections or retractions
  • Removal of content
  • Suspension or termination of editorial privileges

  1. Audience Trust & Feedback 

AI FrontPage encourages:

  • Reader feedback
  • Corrections
  • Ethical concerns

Clear contact channels are provided for editorial correspondence. Legitimate concerns are reviewed seriously and addressed transparently. 

  1. Commitment 

This editorial policy reflects AI FrontPage’s commitment to human-led journalism, ethical rigor, transparency, and public accountability in reporting on technologies that increasingly shape the world. 

  1. Editorial Queries 

For questions related to our editorial standards, story selection, corrections, or feedback on published content, please contact the editorial team at:

Email:editorial@aifront-page.com