This Copyright Policy outlines the ownership and permitted usage of all content published on Digital Debate (digitaldebate.co.uk), a geopolitical think tank based in the United Kingdom.
1. Ownership of Content
All materials published on this website—including but not limited to research articles, geopolitical analysis, essays, videos, graphics, audio, and overall site design—are the exclusive intellectual property of Digital Debate UK, unless explicitly stated otherwise. These materials are protected by United Kingdom and international copyright laws.
2. Prohibition on Reproduction
Our research and analysis represent significant academic and editorial investment. Therefore, no content from this website may be copied, reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any way without the express written permission of Digital Debate UK.
3. Permitted Academic and Journalistic Use
We encourage the discussion and citation of our research. You may reference or quote short excerpts of our articles for academic, journalistic, or non-commercial purposes, provided that you adhere strictly to the following conditions:
- Attribution: You must clearly credit “Digital Debate UK” and the specific author of the research.
- Direct Linking: You must include a direct, clickable hyperlink back to the original article on our website.
- Limit on Quotes: Quotations must be brief and must not constitute the core substance of your own publication. Entire articles or substantial sections may not be reproduced under the guise of citation.
4. Requesting Permission
If you represent a media organization, academic institution, or external publication and wish to syndicate, translate, or reproduce a full article or video, please contact our editorial board to request formal licensing or permission. You can submit your request via our Contact Form.
Digital Debate UK reserves the right to take legal action against any individual or organization that violates these copyright terms.