Editorial Guidelines

Our Editorial Mission

OwlPost AI exists to deliver clarity in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape. Our mission is to cut through the noise, hype, and technical jargon to provide actionable intelligence that busy professionals can trust and act upon.

Our Core Principle: "Synthesize, Verify, Contextualize." We read hundreds of sources daily so our readers don't have to. Every piece of information we publish has been cross-verified, fact-checked, and placed in proper context within the broader AI ecosystem.

Editorial Independence and Integrity

Zero-Tolerance for Inaccuracy

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for knowingly publishing false information. Every factual claim undergoes verification through multiple independent sources before publication. When we make errors, we correct them promptly and transparently.

Editorial Independence

OwlPost AI maintains complete editorial independence. Our analysis is not influenced by advertisers, investors, or commercial relationships. We do not accept payment for coverage, and all content decisions are made solely based on relevance to our audience and news value.

Conflict of Interest Policy

We disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including financial relationships with companies we cover. Our editorial team does not trade individual stocks or hold positions in companies featured in our analysis without full disclosure.

Fact-Checking and Verification Process

Three-Tier Verification System

Multi-Source Corroboration

For any significant claim that could impact business decisions or market understanding:

• Minimum Two Sources: All material facts must be confirmed by at least two independent sources
• Source Independence: Corroborating sources cannot be citing each other or relying on the same origin
• Transparent Uncertainty: When sources conflict, we acknowledge the discrepancy and explain our reasoning

Content Standards by Type

Sector Analysis Reports

Our comprehensive sector analyses undergo enhanced scrutiny:

• Financial Data Verification: All financial metrics traced to official filings
• Market Sizing Validation: Proprietary calculations cross-checked against established research
• Expert Review: Draft analyses reviewed by subject matter experts
• Methodology Transparency: All analytical approaches clearly documented

Daily News Analysis

Our rapid-cycle news analysis maintains high standards despite speed requirements:

• Breaking News Protocol: Initial publication within hours, with updates as more sources become available
• Context Requirement: Every news item includes broader industry context and implications
• Follow-up Commitment: Developing stories are monitored and updated as they evolve

Opinion and Analysis

When we offer opinions or predictive analysis:

• Clear Labeling: Opinion content is clearly distinguished from factual reporting
• Evidence-Based: All opinions are supported by verifiable facts and logical reasoning
• Balanced Perspective: We acknowledge counterarguments and alternative viewpoints
• Track Record: We maintain records of our predictions and assess our accuracy over time

Source Protection and Attribution

Confidential Sources

While we prefer on-the-record attribution, we recognize that some valuable information requires source protection:

• Confidential sources must have direct, credible knowledge of the information provided
• Anonymity is only granted when the source faces genuine professional or personal risk
• Information from confidential sources requires additional corroboration
• Source descriptions are as specific as possible without compromising identity

Why We Don't Use Traditional Citations

Unlike academic publications, OwlPost AI does not include traditional reference lists or inline citations. This editorial choice reflects our core mission: to synthesize hundreds of sources into essential insights that busy professionals can consume quickly.

Our value proposition is comprehensive source monitoring and expert synthesis. Including extensive citations would defeat the purpose of our streamlined approach. However, this does not compromise our commitment to accuracy:

• All factual claims are rigorously verified and documented internally
• Specific quotes and data points include direct attribution when relevant
• Readers can contact us for additional source information on specific claims
• Our methodology ensures information accuracy without cluttering the reading experience

Corrections and Updates

Error Classification and Response

Reader Feedback

We welcome reader input on our coverage and factual accuracy:

• All error reports are investigated within 24 hours
• Corrections are implemented promptly once verified
• Readers who identify errors are credited in our corrections
• We maintain a transparent log of all corrections and updates

Ethical Standards

Plagiarism and Attribution

We maintain zero tolerance for plagiarism in any form:

• All content is original analysis and synthesis
• Direct quotes are always attributed to their source
• Ideas and insights from others are properly credited
• We use plagiarism detection software to ensure content originality

Privacy and Data Protection

Our reporting respects individual privacy while serving the public interest:

• Personal information is only used when directly relevant to the story
• We verify the accuracy of personal information before publication
• Private communications are not published without consent
• We comply with all applicable privacy laws and regulations

Contact and Accountability

We are accountable to our readers and the broader community:

These guidelines are reviewed and updated annually to reflect evolving best practices in digital journalism.