International Quantum News (IQN) is committed to accurate, fair, transparent and responsible journalism.
Our reporting covers technology, science, business, innovation, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, cybersecurity, space and other areas of global interest. This policy explains the principles that guide our journalism and how we respond when mistakes occur.
Accuracy & Verification
Accuracy is fundamental to our reporting.
We seek to verify information using reliable and authoritative sources wherever possible. Depending on the story, these may include official documents, government agencies, academic research, peer-reviewed publications, company statements, regulatory filings, public records, interviews and other credible sources.
We make reasonable efforts to confirm significant claims before publication. When information cannot be independently verified, we seek to make that clear to readers rather than presenting unconfirmed information as established fact.
Breaking news may develop as new information becomes available. When appropriate, articles may be updated as facts are confirmed or circumstances change.
Sources & Attribution
We identify the sources of information whenever possible.
Statements, claims and findings are attributed to the people, organizations or sources responsible for them. We do not present another person’s claims or conclusions as independently established facts.
Anonymous sources may be used when there is a legitimate public-interest reason for protecting their identity. Such sourcing is considered carefully, and information obtained anonymously is subject to appropriate editorial scrutiny.
Corrections
When we publish an error, we correct it.
Factual errors are reviewed and corrected as soon as they are identified and verified. Significant corrections may include a correction notice explaining what was changed and the date of the correction.
Minor changes, including spelling, grammar, punctuation or formatting corrections, may be made without a formal correction notice when they do not affect the meaning or accuracy of the report.
Corrections do not remove the responsibility to preserve an accurate record of our journalism. Where appropriate, significant corrections remain visible on the affected article.
If you believe an IQN article contains an error, please contact us with the article URL and details of the issue. Our editorial team will review the information.
Fairness & Context
We aim to report significant developments fairly and in context.
Where a story involves disputed claims, competing accounts or matters of legitimate disagreement, we seek to represent the relevant positions accurately and attribute them clearly.
We do not knowingly present speculation as fact. Headlines and article summaries should reflect the substance of the reporting and should not materially mislead readers about the content of a story.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made independently of commercial relationships.
Advertising, sponsorship, partnerships or other commercial arrangements do not determine the subjects we cover or the conclusions reached in our journalism.
Sponsored, promotional or other paid content, where published, is clearly identified so that readers can distinguish it from editorial reporting.
Conflicts of Interest
We seek to identify and appropriately manage conflicts of interest that could affect, or reasonably appear to affect, our journalism.
Where a material relationship exists between IQN, its contributors or relevant organizations and a subject of coverage, appropriate disclosure may be provided when it is relevant to the reader’s understanding of the story.
Journalists should avoid situations where personal, financial or professional interests could compromise editorial judgment.
Updates & Developing Stories
News stories can change as new information emerges.
When significant new facts become available, we may update an article to reflect the latest verified information. Where an update materially changes the substance or understanding of a story, we aim to make that clear to readers.
Our Commitment
These standards are intended to maintain the trust of our readers and to provide a clear framework for responsible journalism.
We will continue to review and improve our editorial practices as IQN grows and as the media and information landscape evolves.
