At Grit Daily, we believe journalism should be transparent, accurate, and accountable. As an independent news organization reporting on startups, innovation, and culture, our editorial process is grounded in integrity and clarity, both for our readers and our contributors. This page outlines the standards and policies that guide our work.
Editorial Independence
Grit Daily operates with full editorial independence. Our reporters and editors make coverage decisions without influence from advertisers, sponsors, or investors. While we may receive funding through subscriptions, partnerships, and live events, these relationships do not dictate or pre-approve what we cover or how we cover it.
Ethics and Standards
We are committed to:
- Accuracy: We verify facts, cite sources, and correct errors promptly.
- Fairness: We strive to present stories in a balanced and contextual manner.
- Transparency: When conflicts of interest arise, they are disclosed within the article.
- Accountability: Mistakes are acknowledged publicly, and we welcome feedback from our audience.
Sources are vetted and quoted with context. We do not use unnamed sources unless there is a compelling public interest and no alternative.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We may use AI tools for preliminary tasks such as transcription, summarization, or image generation. However:
- AI is never the sole author of editorial content.
- All published articles are reviewed, fact-checked, and edited by a human journalist.
- We do not allow generative AI tools to fabricate quotes or simulate individuals.
We believe emerging tools can support journalism, but cannot replace human editorial judgment.
Corrections Policy
When we make a factual error, we correct it transparently and as quickly as possible. Here’s how we handle it:
- Minor typos or grammar issues are fixed without formal notice.
- Factual errors are corrected within the article with a note appended at the bottom explaining what was changed and why.
- Significant updates that affect the framing or interpretation of a story will be labeled as “Updated” with a timestamp.
Readers can submit correction requests by emailing us at [email protected].
Sponsored and Branded Content
Sponsored content, native advertising, and branded partnerships are clearly labeled as such. These articles are either created in collaboration with a brand or paid for by the brand. However, sponsored content never influences our independent editorial reporting and is labeled as such.
Affiliate Links
Some articles may contain affiliate links, which means Grit Daily may earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no additional cost to you. This does not influence our editorial decisions. We only include affiliate links where relevant and appropriate.
Affiliate links are disclosed within the article or in a general note at the end of the piece.
Event Coverage and Access
Grit Daily often participates in and hosts live events, including panel discussions, roundtables, and interviews. Our participation in an event does not constitute endorsement of any speaker, sponsor, or organization. Press access may be granted by organizers, but our editorial stance remains independent.
Advertising Policy
Display advertising on Grit Daily is managed separately from the editorial team. We maintain a clear separation between commercial and editorial operations, and we do not accept advertising that compromises our ability to report independently.
We reserve the right to decline ads that conflict with our values, mislead consumers, or promote harmful products.
Contact & Feedback
We encourage readers, sources, and partners to hold us accountable. For editorial concerns, questions, or correction requests, please contact [email protected].