Terms of Use

1. Definitions

• "Content" means any text, images, graphics, data, audio, video, and materials made available via the Services.
• "User Content" refers to submissions provided by users, such as tips, guest posts, or communications.
• "Third-Party Services" includes any external websites, platforms, media players, analytics, or advertising systems that Glitchwire may integrate.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Services. By using the Services, you warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

3. Use of Services

You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable law or regulation;
• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the Services without express written permission;
• Use any automated system to extract data;
• Interfere with or disrupt the Services or servers/networks connected to the Services;
• Transmit any malicious code or harmful content;
• Submit content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, infringing, or otherwise objectionable.

4. User Content and Submissions

You may submit tips, comments, or content for editorial consideration. By submitting any material, you:

• Grant Glitchwire a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use, modify, publish, and distribute your submission;
• Represent and warrant that you have the rights necessary to grant this license and that your submission does not violate any law or infringe third-party rights;
• Understand that submissions may be used with or without attribution and may be edited for clarity or style.

Glitchwire reserves the right to remove any submission at its discretion.

5. Intellectual Property

All content produced by Glitchwire is owned by or licensed to Blokhaus Inc. and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any Glitchwire content without our written consent, except as expressly allowed under fair use.

6. Advertising and Sponsored Content

Glitchwire includes advertising and may publish sponsored content. Sponsored content will be clearly marked. Advertisers are solely responsible for their materials, and Glitchwire disclaims any liability for claims arising from such content.

7. Email Communications and Newsletters

By subscribing to a Glitchwire newsletter, you consent to receive recurring email updates. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link provided in each email. We are not responsible for any third-party communications that may occur after interacting with our content or advertisers.

8. Embedded Content and Third-Party Services

The Services may include embedded content (e.g., videos, tweets) or integrations with third-party platforms. These third-party sites operate under their own terms and privacy policies. Glitchwire does not endorse or assume responsibility for third-party content, services, or data collection practices.

9. Privacy

Use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described therein.

10. Copyright Policy

If you believe content on our Services infringes your copyright, please send a DMCA-compliant notice to: [email protected]. We reserve the right to remove allegedly infringing material and terminate repeat infringers.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. Glitchwire disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Glitchwire and Blokhaus Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of the Services.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Glitchwire, Blokhaus Inc., and their employees, officers, and affiliates from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of the Services, your submissions, or your violation of these Terms.

14. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time for any reason, without notice. All provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall so survive.

15. Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to change these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any legal action shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in New York County, NY.

17. Contact

For legal inquiries, contact: [email protected]