Copyright Information

1. Our Copyright Position

Digital Lattice (Chengdu) Technology Co., Ltd. operates Social Finance Hub as a non-profit educational and research platform. We are committed to respecting the intellectual property rights of authors, publishers, and content creators.

2. Academic Content Copyright

2.1 Research Papers and Publications

The academic papers, research documents, working papers, and published studies available on our platform are:

• Collected from publicly available sources on the internet
• Subject to the copyright of their respective authors and publishers
• Linked or referenced with full attribution to original sources
• Used for educational and research purposes under fair use principles

2.2 Books and Educational Resources

Book recommendations and educational resources featured on our platform:

• Include full bibliographic information and proper attribution
• Link to legitimate sources for purchase or access
• Respect publisher and author copyright restrictions
• Do not provide unauthorized copies or downloads

2.3 Data and Datasets

Research datasets and data resources:

• Are properly attributed to their original creators and sources
• Include licensing information where applicable
• Respect any access restrictions or usage limitations
• Provide clear guidelines for academic use and citation

3. Platform Content Copyright

3.1 Original Platform Content

Content created by Digital Lattice (Chengdu) Technology Co., Ltd. for the Social Finance Hub platform includes:

• Website design, layout, and user interface
• Organizational structure and content curation
• Original descriptions and summaries
• Platform-specific features and functionality

This original content is protected by copyright and owned by Digital Lattice (Chengdu) Technology Co., Ltd.

3.2 User-Generated Content

Content created by users on our platform:

• Remains the property of the user who created it
• Is subject to our Terms of Use regarding appropriate usage
• May be moderated to ensure compliance with copyright laws
• Should respect the intellectual property rights of others

4. Fair Use and Educational Purpose

4.1 Fair Use Doctrine (U.S. Copyright Law)

Our use of copyrighted material (including abstracts and bibliographic information) is guided by the fair use doctrine under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act. We believe our use constitutes fair use based on the following four factors:

• Purpose and Character: Non-profit, educational, and transformative use that creates a new indexing and navigation tool for research purposes, rather than simply substituting for the original works
• Nature of Copyrighted Work: Primarily factual, academic, and scholarly content (rather than creative works), which receives less copyright protection
• Amount and Substantiality: Limited use of excerpts (abstracts, titles, bibliographic data) representing only a small portion of the complete original works
• Market Effect: No negative impact on the market for original works; in fact, our platform promotes access to and discovery of original works by linking directly to source materials

4.2 Attribution and Source Linking

We are committed to proper attribution and directing users to original sources:

• Full Citations: Providing complete bibliographic information for all referenced works
• Direct Links: Including prominent links to original sources and publishers
• Author Attribution: Clearly identifying authors, institutions, and publication details
• Source Promotion: Encouraging users to access and cite original sources in their research

Our attribution practices ensure that copyright holders receive proper recognition and that our platform serves as a gateway to, rather than a replacement for, the original academic content.

5. Copyright Compliance

5.1 DMCA Takedown Policy

We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and respond to valid copyright infringement claims:

• We will promptly investigate and respond to valid DMCA notices within 48-72 hours
• Content may be removed or restricted pending investigation and resolution
• We respect the rights of copyright holders while also considering fair use defenses
• We will work to resolve disputes fairly, transparently, and in good faith

5.2 Copyright Infringement Reporting

To report potential copyright infringement, please provide:

• Identification of the copyrighted work
• Identification of the allegedly infringing material on our site
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act

6. User Responsibilities

6.1 Respecting Copyright

Users of our platform are expected to:

• Respect the copyright of all materials accessed through our platform
• Use content only for legitimate educational and research purposes
• Provide proper attribution when using or citing materials
• Not redistribute or republish copyrighted content without permission

6.2 Academic Integrity

We encourage all users to maintain high standards of academic integrity:

• Always cite sources properly in academic work
• Distinguish between original work and that of others
• Follow institutional guidelines for research and publication
• Respect the intellectual contributions of researchers and authors

7. International Copyright Considerations

We recognize that copyright laws vary by jurisdiction and are committed to:

• Complying with international copyright treaties and agreements
• Respecting copyright laws in the countries where content originates
• Working with content creators from around the world
• Adapting our practices to accommodate different legal frameworks

8. Permissions and Licensing

8.1 Seeking Permissions

For uses beyond fair use or educational purposes, we encourage:

• Contacting copyright holders directly for permissions
• Exploring licensing options for commercial use
• Respecting any licensing terms or restrictions
• Acknowledging permissions received in any published work

8.2 Open Access and Creative Commons

We actively support and promote:

• Open access publishing initiatives
• Creative Commons licensed content
• Freely available research and educational materials
• Transparent and accessible scholarly communication

9. Updates and Changes

This copyright policy may be updated to reflect:

• Changes in copyright law and legal precedent
• Updates to our platform and services
• Best practices in academic and research communities
• Feedback from users and copyright holders

10. Contact Information

For copyright-related questions, concerns, or infringement reports, please contact us: