Unlock Blockchain Policy and Standards
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Author Information
Information about the authors can be found on their respective author pages linked from each article.
Information about Unlock Block Chain, Publication & Publisher (Including Information about the company or network behind the content.
Unlock Blockchain is a platform offered by The UNLOCK Company DMCC. The platform is branded as Unlock Blockchain by the Company, and is made, owned, operated, controlled and made available to the readers and people interested in the Blockchain technology and related developments by the Company.
Unlock Blockchain is a leading news provider with comprehensive news, insights, and updates on Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. Professional content in Arabic and English covering Digital Assets, Tokenization, NFTs, DeFi, and Crypto trading. A trusted news source in the MENA region and worldwide.
Walid Abou Zaki, Editor and Owner
Email walid at unlock-bc.com
Anna Kachouh, Senior English Editor
Anna K. is a Senior English editor at Unlock Blockchain. She pursued her studies in Translation at USJ, and later obtained an MA in Conference Translation and another in International Relations.
Anna has worked in reputable organizations such as the ICC, UNDP, ESCWA, STL and An-Nahar Newspaper. She also has 3 years of experience in digital marketing, which allows her to combine the best of both worlds.
Chantal Assi, Arabic Editor
Chantal is an Arabic editor at UNLOCK Blockchain. She pursued her studies in Journalism & Communication at USEK, and has worked in reputable organizations such as Aljoumhouria Newspaper and Addiyar.
Unlock Blockchain Editorial Policy and Standards
Standards
- Accuracy and Verification:
- Clearly distinguish between facts, analysis, and opinion.
- Correct errors promptly and prominently.
- Objectivity and Fairness:
- Present diverse perspectives and avoid bias in reporting.
- Ensure fair and balanced coverage of controversial topics, including political and religious issues.
- Avoid stereotypes and discriminatory language.
- Independence:
- Maintain editorial independence from political and commercial interests.
- Clearly disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
- Ethical Reporting:
- Respect cultural and religious sensitivities, while still reporting on important issues.
- Protect the privacy and safety of sources, especially in regions with political instability.
- Transparency:
- Be transparent about the newspaper’s ownership and funding sources.
- Clearly label sponsored or advertorial content.
- Accountability:
- Establish a clear process for handling reader complaints and corrections.
- Consider creating an ombudsman position to address ethical concerns.
- Editorial Decision-Making:
- Maintain editorial autonomy and resist external pressures
- Clearly outline the criteria for story selection and placement.
- Language and Tone:
- Use language that respects the diversity of the region’s cultures and languages.
- Avoid sensationalism or incitement to violence.
- Community Engagement:
- Foster a strong relationship with readers through feedback mechanisms and public forums.
- Encourage audience participation and contributions.
- Security and Safety:
- Implement measures to protect the safety of journalists working in potentially dangerous environments.
- Consider the safety of sources when reporting on sensitive topics.
Content Policy
Our content and behavior policies help ensure a positive experience for our users and publishing partners and it is against policy to include:
- Dangerous content
- Deceptive practices
- Harassing content
- Hateful content
- Manipulated media
- Medical content
- Terrorist content
- Sexually explicit content
- Violence & gore
- Vulgar language & profanity
Ads & Sponsored Content Policy
Advertising and other paid promotional material on Unlock does not exceed journalism content. We do not mark sponsored content as independent, editorial content. To better serve our readers with more topics and information, we are open to hosting guest posts from those within the Unlock Blockchain community. Guest posts must comply with all Unlock Blockchain standards and policies and be attributed to with a clear date and author byline. This means that all guest posts are not marked as “guest post” but with an author’s name. For companies submitting press releases and information this is often the person in charge of PR, communications, or external relations. Please submit all guest post requests via our contact form with the author’s name and title clearly indicated after the post title.
Unlock Blockchain Contact Information
info(@)unlock-bc.com
Unit No: 1654
DMCC Business Centre
Level No 1
Jewellery & Gemplex 3
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Unlock Blockchain’s Purpose
The following information helps readers understand a site’s purpose, its organizational structure, and the kinds of information they can expect from that site.
Mission statement
Unlock Blockchain provides information, intelligence, insights and news pertaining to the Blockchain sector. We are one of the cornerstones in the evolution of the Blockchain ecosystem in the MENA region and globally. We encourage Blockchain’s disruptive innovation through our support of startups, investors, developers, and clients. We strongly believe that the future of Smart Cities, Smart Economies and eventually Smart Societies will rest on the correct implementation of cutting-edge technology. Blockchain is one of the tools that will allow the MENA region and the globe to build a better future for its citizens.
Staff information and bios for both editorial and business staff
info(@)unlock-bc.com
Unit No: 1654
DMCC Business Centre
Level No 1
Jewellery & Gemplex 3
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Walid Zaki, Editor and Owner
Walid Abou Zaki, CEO and Founder of UNLOCK Blockchain, is an experienced executive director in the media and event management industries. He excels in negotiation, business planning, asset management, event coordination, strategic matching, and investment advisory. With a deep understanding of blockchain technology and DLT, Walid is a skilled business development professional holding a BA in Economics & Accounting.
Gretchen Andrew
Digital Accessibility
Gretchen Andrew is passionate about encouraging and surfacing high quality news and journalism. She works with The Mozilla Foundation, The Wikimedia Foundation and other internet activism groups to raise the quality of important news from and for underserved communities.
Salma Naueihed
Salma is an academic researcher with 10+ years of expertise in finance, economics, and data analysis. She holds an MBA from Notre Dame University – Louaize and has contributed to research at AUB’s Olayan School of Business. As a freelance researcher, she offers expert research services on various business topics. Currently, she is an editor and a content writer at UNLOCK Blockchain, MENA’s preferred source for Blockchain and Crypto news.
