Editorial Independence and Ethics Policy

1. Editorial Independence

1.1 Independence from Commercial Interests

Our editorial content is produced independently of any advertiser, sponsor, investor, or other commercial interest. No third party may influence, direct, or approve our editorial decisions or content prior to publication. Advertising revenue and sponsorship arrangements do not affect what stories we cover or how we cover them.

1.2 Separation of Editorial and Commercial Functions

We maintain a strict separation between our editorial and commercial functions. Editorial staff are not involved in advertising sales, and advertising or commercial staff have no authority over editorial content. Where content is sponsored or commercially supported, it will be clearly labelled in accordance with Section 7 of this Policy.

1.3 Political and Institutional Independence

TheDayAfterAI does not endorse or oppose any political party, candidate, or government institution. Our coverage of governance and politics is driven solely by editorial merit and public interest.

2. AI-Assisted Content — Transparency and Disclosure

2.1 How We Use AI

TheDayAfterAI uses artificial intelligence systems across our three content areas:

• AI News Briefing — Each day we select the most significant AI stories from trusted sources. AI condenses the key points into clear, structured scripts, which are produced into concise video summaries published on our YouTube channel and website. Human editors review all output before publication to ensure accuracy, relevance, and quality.
• AI Market Insights — AI forecasts the price direction of a U.S.-listed stock over the next five trading days. This is an experimental feature published for educational and experimental purposes only. It does not constitute financial product advice. See our Disclaimer (Section 4) for full details.
• AI News Hub — AI assists in the curation and categorisation of headlines from publishers worldwide. Human editors supervise the selection and presentation.

2.2 Disclosure Standards

We are committed to transparency about our use of AI. Our disclosure standards include:

• Clearly identifying content that is generated or substantially assisted by AI systems.
• Disclosing the role of AI in our editorial workflow on our About Us page and in these policies.
• Acknowledging the limitations of AI, including the risk of inaccuracies, omissions, and hallucinations (plausible but factually incorrect outputs).

2.3 Human Oversight

All AI-generated content is subject to human editorial review before publication. Human editors are responsible for verifying facts, checking for bias, ensuring fair representation, and making final publication decisions. AI systems support and augment our editorial process; they do not replace human editorial judgment.

3. Accuracy and Corrections

3.1 Commitment to Accuracy

We are dedicated to publishing content that is accurate, fair, and balanced. We take reasonable steps to verify the accuracy of information before publication, including cross-referencing multiple sources where practicable. We do not knowingly publish false or misleading information.

3.2 Corrections Policy

When we become aware of a material error in published content, we will:

• Correct the error as promptly as practicable.
• Clearly note the correction on the relevant content with the date of correction, so that readers are aware the content has been amended.
• Where the error is significant and may have caused readers to form a materially different understanding, publish a correction notice.

This corrections policy is consistent with the principles of the defence of qualified privilege and the public interest defence under the Defamation Act 2005 (ACT), which recognise timely and genuine corrections as evidence of responsible publication.

3.3 Right of Reply

Where our content makes a serious allegation against a named individual or organisation, we will endeavour to seek a response from the relevant party before publication. Where a response is not obtained before publication, we will offer a reasonable opportunity for the party to respond after publication and will publish a fair summary of any substantive response received.

4. Fairness, Impartiality, and Diversity

4.1 Fair Reporting

We present information fairly and without distortion. Where a story involves competing viewpoints, we endeavour to represent them equitably. Headlines accurately reflect the substance of the content they introduce.

4.2 Inclusivity

We value diverse perspectives and foster an inclusive editorial approach. Our content aims to reflect the multifaceted nature of AI advancements and their global impact, with a particular connection to communities in Australia and Hong Kong.

4.3 AI Bias Awareness

We acknowledge that AI systems may reflect or amplify biases present in their training data. Our human editors actively review AI-generated content for potential bias, including cultural, gender, racial, or ideological bias, and take steps to address any bias identified before publication.

5. Conflicts of Interest

5.1 Disclosure of Interests

All editorial team members are required to disclose any financial, personal, or professional interests that could reasonably be perceived as influencing their editorial judgment. Where a conflict of interest is identified, the affected person will be excluded from editorial decisions relating to the relevant content.

5.2 Interests Disclosure and Dealing

TheDayAfterAI, its directors, employees, agents, and their respective associates may from time to time hold interests in securities that are the subject of content published on this Website. Full details of our interests disclosure, including the purpose of the AI Market Insights experiment and the safeguards we apply to manage actual and perceived conflicts of interest, are set out in our Disclaimer (Section 4.5). All editorial team members are required to disclose any relevant interest to the Editor-in-Chief before any content referencing the relevant security is published or generated.

5.3 Gifts and Hospitality

Editorial staff may not accept gifts, hospitality, or other benefits from any person or organisation that could reasonably be perceived as an attempt to influence editorial content. Token gifts of nominal value (under AUD 50) that are customary in the industry may be accepted but must be disclosed.

6. Source Protection and Confidentiality

6.1 Protection of Sources

We protect the identity of confidential sources. Where individuals contact us as journalistic sources or provide information on a confidential or anonymous basis, we treat their contact details and identifying information as sensitive. We do not disclose the identities of confidential sources unless legally required to do so.

6.2 Legal Protections

Where applicable, we rely on the journalist privilege under section 126K of the Evidence Act 1995 (Cth) to protect the identity of our confidential sources. Access to source information is restricted to authorised editorial team members and is used only for editorial purposes consistent with this Policy.

6.3 Data Handling

Information received from confidential sources is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy (Section 2.5) and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

7. Advertising, Sponsored Content, and Commercial Relationships

7.1 Clear Labelling

All advertising, sponsored content, and commercially supported material will be clearly and prominently labelled as such (for example, “Sponsored”, “Advertisement”, or “Paid Partnership”) so that readers can easily distinguish it from independent editorial content. This is consistent with our obligations under section 18 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) (prohibition on misleading or deceptive conduct) and the AANA Code of Ethics.

7.2 No Misleading Native Advertising

We do not publish native advertising (advertising designed to resemble editorial content) without clear and prominent disclosure. Sponsored content must not be presented in a manner that could mislead readers into believing it is independent editorial content.

7.3 Affiliate Links

Where our content includes affiliate links or referral arrangements from which we may earn a commission, we will disclose this to readers.

8. Copyright, Fair Dealing, and Attribution

8.1 Respect for Intellectual Property

We respect the intellectual property rights of others. When we curate content from third-party sources, we provide appropriate attribution, including links to the original content whenever possible. We do not claim ownership of third-party content.

8.2 Fair Dealing

Where we reproduce or reference copyrighted material, we do so in reliance on the fair dealing exceptions under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), in particular section 42 (fair dealing for the purpose of reporting news) and section 41 (fair dealing for the purpose of criticism or review). Where our audience extends to other jurisdictions, we also rely on equivalent fair use or fair dealing provisions under applicable international copyright laws. For full details, see our Disclaimer (Section 7).

8.3 Takedown Requests

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on this Website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please contact us immediately. We will investigate and, where appropriate, remove or disable access to the material in question in accordance with the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). See our Terms of Service (Section 5.4) for the information we require in a copyright notice.

9. Financial Content Safeguards

9.1 General Information Only

All financial content on this Website, including the AI Market Insights feature, is general information only. It does not constitute financial product advice — whether general or personal — within the meaning of section 766B of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). TheDayAfterAI does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) and is not authorised to provide financial services. For the full financial information disclaimer, see our Disclaimer (Section 4).

9.2 Editorial Safeguards for Financial Content

To ensure that our financial content is not, and cannot reasonably be construed as, financial product advice, we implement the following editorial safeguards:

• All financial content is reviewed by a human editor to confirm it is factual and does not contain language that could be construed as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any financial product.
• Each piece of financial content carries a prominent disclaimer stating that it is general information only and not financial advice.
• Past performance disclaimers accompany all content that references forecast accuracy or historical data.
• Readers are directed to seek independent professional advice from an appropriately licensed adviser.

9.3 Regulatory Compliance

We monitor our obligations under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), the ASIC Act 2001 (Cth), and ASIC regulatory guidance (including ASIC Regulatory Guide 234) to ensure that our financial content does not inadvertently cross the boundary from general information into financial product advice. We will seek legal advice if there is any doubt about the characterisation of particular content.

10. Privacy and Data Ethics

We are committed to handling personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles. Our editorial practices respect the privacy and dignity of individuals. We will not publish private information about individuals unless doing so is in the public interest and the public interest outweighs the individual's right to privacy. For full details of how we handle your personal information, see our Privacy Policy.

11. Complaints and Feedback

11.1 Editorial Complaints

If you believe that any content published on this Website breaches this Policy, is inaccurate, unfair, or otherwise raises an editorial concern, you may lodge a complaint by contacting us. Your complaint should include:

• A description of the content you are complaining about, including the URL or headline.
• The specific provision of this Policy you believe has been breached.
• An explanation of why you believe the content is in breach.
• Your contact details for our response.

11.2 Complaint Handling

We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint within 7 days and endeavour to provide a substantive response within 30 days. Where a complaint is upheld, we will take appropriate action, which may include issuing a correction, updating or removing the content, or publishing a clarification.

11.3 External Recourse

If you are not satisfied with our response to your complaint, you may refer the matter to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) or, in relation to privacy matters, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

12. Defamation and Legal Risk

All content is reviewed for potential defamation risk before publication. We are guided by the uniform defamation legislation (including the Defamation Act 2005 (ACT) and equivalent State and Territory legislation as amended), including the defences of justification (substantial truth), fair comment on matters of public interest, qualified privilege, and the public interest defence introduced by the 2021 amendments. Our corrections policy (Section 3.2) is designed to support the responsible publication standards required for these defences.

13. Review and Updates

This Policy is reviewed at least annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in editorial practices, technology, or applicable law. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date above. Where we make material changes to this Policy (for example, changes to our AI disclosure standards or editorial safeguards), we will use reasonable efforts to notify you — for example, by posting a prominent notice on our Website. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

14. Governing Law

This Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Australian Capital Territory and the Commonwealth of Australia, without regard to conflict of law provisions. You irrevocably submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Australian Capital Territory and any courts entitled to hear appeals therefrom.

15. Severability

If any provision of this Policy is held to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. Where possible, the invalid provision shall be interpreted in a manner consistent with applicable law to reflect its original intent.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Policy, please contact us.