Terms of Service

Website Usage

Content Accuracy

We strive to ensure that all information on this website is accurate and up-to-date. However, as a research initiative in the pre-validation phase, some content represents preliminary findings that have not yet been formally validated through academic or clinical studies. We clearly label the status of our research throughout the website.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Digital Depth Economy™ and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our explicit written permission.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any websites you visit.

User Conduct

When using our website, you agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the site
• Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device to access the website
• Introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, or other malicious code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website
• Interfere with the proper working of the website

Research Participation

Voluntary Participation

Participation in any Digital Depth Economy™ research program is entirely voluntary. You may withdraw from participation at any time without penalty.

Informed Consent

Before participating in any research program, you will be provided with detailed information about the research purpose, procedures, potential risks and benefits, and how your data will be used. You will be asked to provide explicit consent before participation begins.

Research Ethics

All research conducted under the Digital Depth Economy™ initiative adheres to established ethical guidelines for research with human participants. This includes:

• Respect for participant autonomy
• Minimization of potential harm
• Fair selection of participants
• Protection of participant privacy and confidentiality
• Transparent communication about research status and findings

Data Usage

Data collected through research participation will be used as described in the specific informed consent documents for each research program and in accordance with our Privacy Policy. In general, data may be:

• Analyzed to identify patterns related to the Digital Mismatch phenomenon
• Used to develop and refine frameworks and tools
• Included in research publications and educational materials (in anonymized form unless otherwise specified)
• Shared with academic and clinical research partners (in anonymized form)

Professional Partnerships

Collaboration Framework

Professional partnerships with the Digital Depth Economy™ research initiative are governed by specific collaboration agreements that will be provided separately. These agreements outline the terms of collaboration, intellectual property rights, publication rights, and other relevant aspects of the partnership.

Intellectual Property in Collaborations

Unless otherwise specified in a collaboration agreement:

• Pre-existing intellectual property remains with its original owner
• Jointly developed intellectual property will be jointly owned
• Publication rights will be shared among collaborators
• The Digital Depth Economy™ name and branding remain the exclusive property of Digital Depth Economy™

Professional Standards

Professional partners are expected to adhere to the ethical standards of their respective fields and to maintain the integrity of the research process. This includes:

• Accurate representation of research findings
• Transparent disclosure of potential conflicts of interest
• Respect for participant privacy and confidentiality
• Adherence to established research methodologies
• Clear communication about the pre-validation status of the research

Disclaimer

Research Status

The Digital Depth Economy™ research initiative is currently in the pre-validation phase. All frameworks, tools, and findings presented are preliminary and subject to validation through formal research protocols. They should not be considered established scientific facts until validated through appropriate academic and clinical studies.

Not Medical or Therapeutic Advice

Information provided through the Digital Depth Economy™ website and research programs is for educational and research purposes only. It is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. If you are experiencing significant distress or mental health challenges, please consult with a qualified healthcare provider.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Digital Depth Economy™ shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:

• Your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the website
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the website
• Any content obtained from the website
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

Changes to These Terms

We may update our Terms of Service from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms of Service on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

You are advised to review these Terms of Service periodically for any changes. Changes to these Terms of Service are effective when they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: terms@digitaldeptheconomy.com