Editorial Standards

Last Update: 5/06/3026 22:49

Mission

The Interstellar Commerce Review exists to provide clear, reliable, and independent reporting on interstellar markets, industry, and trade.

Core Principles

1. Independence

ICR operates independently of any faction, corporation, or market participant.
We do not serve as an organ of advocacy or promotion.

2. Accuracy Over Speed

Timeliness matters—but accuracy matters more.
Information is verified before publication whenever possible.

3. Clarity of Distinction

ICR maintains clear separation between:

  • Reporting (T-01, L-01, P-01, I-01, C-01)
  • Analysis (M-01)

Readers should always understand whether they are reading fact, interpretation, or opinion.

4. Attribution & Transparency

Statements, claims, and positions are attributed to their sources whenever available.
Anonymous or unverified claims are treated with caution and clearly identified.

5. Neutral Tone

ICR avoids unnecessary sensationalism or inflammatory language.
Analysis may question actions or outcomes, but reporting remains measured and grounded.

6. Context Matters

Data and events are presented with sufficient context to avoid misleading conclusions.
Isolated figures or claims are not presented without relevant framing.

7. Corrections Policy

Errors, when identified, are corrected promptly.
Material corrections are noted clearly to maintain transparency.

On Market Influence

ICR acknowledges that reporting may influence market behavior.
Our responsibility is not to control outcomes, but to ensure that information is:

  • Accurate
  • Contextualized
  • Responsibly presented

On Submissions

External statements may be published, but inclusion does not imply endorsement.
All submissions are subject to editorial review and classification.