NEURODIGMA – COMPREHENSIVE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Effective Date: May 31, 2026 Last Updated: June 12, 2026

PREAMBLE AND INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Neurodigma, accessible via https://neurodigma.com (collectively, the “Website,” “Platform,” “Publication,” or “Service”). These comprehensive Terms and Conditions (“Terms,” “T&C,” or “Agreement”) establish the complete legal framework governing your access to, use of, and interaction with all aspects of the Neurodigma platform, including but not limited to our website, mobile applications, newsletters, podcasts, video content, interactive features, and any other digital properties, services, or content offerings provided by Neurodigma, Inc. (collectively, “Neurodigma,” “we,” “us,” “our,” or “Company”).

IMPORTANT: By accessing, browsing, reading, subscribing to, or otherwise interacting with any portion of the Neurodigma platform in any manner whatsoever—whether through web browsers, mobile applications, RSS feeds, email subscriptions, social media integrations, or any other technology or method—you explicitly acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all of the terms, conditions, and provisions contained herein. If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions in their entirety, you must immediately cease using the Neurodigma platform and discontinue all interaction with our content and services.

These Terms and Conditions are a legally binding agreement between you (the “User,” “Reader,” “Subscriber,” “Visitor,” or “you”) and Neurodigma, Inc. (“Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”). By using our platform, you confirm that:

You have read and understood these Terms and Conditions
You agree to be legally bound by all provisions herein
You are of legal age and have the legal authority to enter into this agreement
You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction
You will use the platform only for lawful purposes
You will not attempt to circumvent or violate any security measures

1. DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION

1.1 Key Definitions

For purposes of these Terms and Conditions, the following terms have the meanings ascribed to them:

“Content” means all editorial material, articles, news stories, opinion pieces, analyses, photographs, graphics, videos, podcasts, illustrations, design elements, layouts, user interface elements, interactive features, databases, and any other information or material displayed, published, or made available on the Neurodigma News platform, whether created by Neurodigma News or third parties.

“Intellectual Property Rights” or “IPR” means all worldwide copyrights, trademarks, service marks, trade names, trade secrets, patents, patent applications, moral rights, right of publicity, and any other intellectual property rights recognized by applicable law.

“User-Generated Content” or “UGC” means any content, comments, feedback, suggestions, data, or information submitted by users through our comments sections, forums, contact forms, surveys, polls, or other interactive features.

“Third-Party Content” means content, materials, or services provided by parties other than Neurodigma News, including but not limited to content from news agencies, wire services, guest contributors, advertisers, or external websites linked from our platform.

“Subscriber” means any user who has paid for a subscription to Neurodigma News premium content or services.

“Guest Contributor” means any external author, journalist, expert, or commentator who provides content to Neurodigma News on a temporary or contract basis.

“Advertisement” or “Ad” means promotional content displayed on the Neurodigma News platform, including display ads, native advertising, sponsored content, and any other commercial messages.

“Malicious Code” means any software, scripts, programs, or code designed to disrupt, disable, harm, or interfere with the functioning of the Website or any devices used to access it, including viruses, worms, time bombs, Trojan horses, and malware.

“Personal Information” has the meaning ascribed in our Privacy Policy.

“Unauthorized Access” means accessing the Website or its systems without authorization or beyond the scope of authorized access.

“Applicable Law” means all federal, state, local, and international laws, statutes, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders, and judicial decisions applicable to the subject matter of these Terms.

1.2 Interpretation Rules

The section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation
“Including” and “includes” mean “including without limitation”
“Or” is not exclusive
References to days mean calendar days unless specified as business days
References to monetary amounts are in United States Dollars (USD) unless otherwise specified

2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND CONTENT OWNERSHIP

2.1 Ownership of Neurodigma Content

The entire editorial content, analysis, graphics, logos, design elements, selection and arrangement of materials, photographs, illustrations, videos, podcasts, infographics, data visualizations, interactive features, software, and all other creative and original works featured on the Neurodigma platform are the exclusive intellectual property of Neurodigma, Inc., our subsidiaries, affiliates, licensors, partners, guest contributors, or other entities from whom we have obtained proper authorization.

All Intellectual Property Rights in and to the Website and its Content, whether registered or unregistered, are the property of Neurodigma or our licensors. These rights include, but are not limited to:

Copyrights: All original written content, photography, artwork, and creative works are protected by copyright law in the United States and internationally under the Berne Convention and TRIPS Agreement
Trademarks: The Neurodigma News name, logo, and distinctive branding elements are registered trademarks
Design Rights: The overall design, layout, organization, and “look and feel” of the Website
Database Rights: The selection, compilation, and arrangement of Content in our databases
Moral Rights: The attribution, integrity, and other rights of authors and creators

We explicitly reserve all rights not expressly granted to you in these Terms and Conditions.

2.2 Limited License to Users

Subject to your strict compliance with these Terms and Conditions, Neurodigma News grants you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

Access and view the Content on the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes only
Read articles and view multimedia content for your own enlightenment and education
Share individual articles via our built-in sharing tools (email, social media) with proper attribution
Store copies of articles locally on your personal devices for personal, non-commercial use
Use Content for legitimate news commentary or criticism, subject to fair use principles

This license is conditional upon your compliance with all terms herein. Violation of these terms immediately terminates this license.

2.3 Prohibited Uses of Intellectual Property

You are strictly prohibited from, and agree not to:

Republication and Redistribution:

Republishing our Content on other websites, blogs, or platforms without explicit written permission
Redistributing our Content to third parties
Syndicating our Content without a formal syndication agreement
Packaging our Content with other content for commercial purposes
Using our Content in your own publications, newsletters, or media properties

Scraping and Automated Access:

Using automated tools, scrapers, bots, or crawlers to extract Content from our Website
Reproducing Content in bulk through any automated means
Using our Content to train artificial intelligence models, machine learning systems, or language models without explicit permission
Systematically downloading or copying large quantities of Content

Commercial Exploitation:

Selling, licensing, or otherwise monetizing our Content
Using our Content in connection with commercial products or services
Creating derivative works based on our Content for commercial purposes
Using our Content for advertising, marketing, or promotional purposes without permission
Incorporating our Content into subscription services, paywalled platforms, or commercial aggregators

Modification and Derivative Works:

Modifying, adapting, translating, or creating derivative works based on our Content without permission
Removing copyright notices, watermarks, or attribution information
Presenting our Content as your own work
Creating abridged or condensed versions of our Content
Changing the meaning or context of our Content

Circumvention and Bypassing Restrictions:

Attempting to circumvent technical measures that protect our Content
Bypassing paywalls or subscription verification systems
Accessing premium Content without proper payment or subscription
Using proxy servers or VPNs to access restricted Content
Removing, altering, or disabling access controls or Digital Rights Management (DRM) protections

2.4 Copyright Notice and Attribution

All Content is protected by copyright law. Copyright notices appear on our Website in the form:

When sharing Content from Neurodigma News:

You must include proper attribution to “Neurodigma News” or “Neurodigma”
You must include the author’s name if applicable
You must include the publication date
You must include a hyperlink back to the original article on our Website
For syndicated content, you must attribute both the original source and Neurodigma News

2.5 Trademark Usage

The Neurodigma name, logo, and other trademarks are the exclusive property of Neurodigma, Inc. You may not:

Use our trademarks in domain names, social media handles, or business names
Use our trademarks to suggest endorsement or affiliation without permission
Register or attempt to register our trademarks or similar marks in any jurisdiction
Use our trademarks in a manner that dilutes or tarnishes the brand
Use our logos without explicit written permission and in accordance with our brand guidelines

Limited trademark usage permission: You may use our name and logo only when accurately referring to Neurodigma News as a source, provided you use the correct name and logo and maintain proper spacing and sizing according to our brand guidelines, which are available upon request.

2.6 Third-Party Content and Licensing

Some Content on our Website is licensed from third parties, including news agencies, photographers, videographers, guest contributors, and other content providers. This third-party Content is used under license and remains the property of the licensor. You may not use third-party Content separately or outside the context of the article in which it appears.

Guest contributors retain copyright in their contributions but grant Neurodigma News a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, distribute, and modify their contributions in connection with our news operations.

2.7 DMCA and Copyright Protection

Neurodigma respects copyright law and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). We respond promptly to valid copyright infringement claims. If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed on our Website:

Provide detailed information about the copyrighted work and alleged infringement
Include your contact information and statement of good faith belief
Include your signature (electronic or handwritten)
Send to our DMCA agent (see Section 11 – Contact Information)

We will investigate valid claims and take appropriate action, which may include removing infringing Content.

3. USER CONDUCT, CONTENT MODERATION, AND COMMUNITY STANDARDS

3.1 Permitted Uses

Neurodigma News welcomes intellectual engagement, thoughtful discourse, respectful debate, and constructive feedback from our readers and community members. You are permitted to:

Read and access our published Content
Subscribe to our newsletters and email services
Share articles via our built-in sharing tools
Submit reasonable comments on articles (subject to our Community Standards)
Participate in surveys, polls, and feedback mechanisms
Contact us with inquiries, suggestions, or complaints
Use the Website for legitimate informational and educational purposes

3.2 Prohibited User Conduct

You strictly agree NOT to use the Neurodigma platform for any unlawful, unethical, harmful, or abusive purposes. Specifically, you are prohibited from:

Defamation and Harassment:

Publishing defamatory, libelous, or slanderous statements about any person or entity
Making false accusations or spreading misinformation
Engaging in cyberbullying, harassment, or targeted abuse of other users
Publishing anyone’s personal information without consent (doxxing)
Threatening violence or harm against any person or group
Engaging in coordinated harassment campaigns

Illegal Content:

Posting content that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law
Publishing content that promotes, encourages, or facilitates illegal activities
Sharing content that exploits, abuses, or endangers children
Distributing materials protected by law (classified information, trade secrets, etc.)
Posting content that facilitates terrorism, human trafficking, drug smuggling, or other serious crimes

Hate Speech and Discrimination:

Publishing content that demeans, insults, or incites hatred based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, caste, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, disability, or other protected characteristics
Promoting discrimination or violence against any group
Using slurs, dehumanizing language, or othering language toward any group
Spreading misinformation intended to marginalize vulnerable populations

Malicious Code and Security Threats:

Uploading, distributing, or executing Malicious Code
Attempting to infect the Website or other users’ devices with viruses, worms, or malware
Attempting to hack, crack, or gain unauthorized access to the Website or its systems
Attempting to exploit security vulnerabilities or system weaknesses
Conducting denial-of-service (DoS) or distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks
Using botnets or compromised systems to interact with our Website

Automated Access and Data Scraping:

Using bots, crawlers, spiders, or automated scripts to access or extract data
Interfering with or disrupting normal Website functioning through excessive automated requests
Bypass or circumvent robots.txt, rate limiting, or other access controls
Reproducing Content through automated means
Using our Website’s resources for purposes other than intended
Performing load testing or stress testing without authorization

Spam and Unwanted Communications:

Submitting repetitive or irrelevant comments
Using comments to promote external products, services, or websites
Posting the same comment multiple times across articles
Submitting comments for the sole purpose of advertising
Creating multiple accounts to spam or circumvent moderation
Collecting email addresses or personal information from our Website without consent

Fraudulent and Deceptive Conduct:

Providing false, inaccurate, or misleading information in any submission
Creating accounts under false identities or pretenses
Impersonating other users, journalists, or persons of authority
Misrepresenting your affiliation with any organization
Conducting phishing attacks or social engineering
Committing fraud, identity theft, or financial crimes

Privacy Violations:

Collecting personal information from other users without consent
Publishing anyone’s private information without authorization
Attempting to access other users’ accounts or personal data
Violating others’ privacy expectations
Using information obtained from the Website for unauthorized purposes

Intellectual Property Infringement:

Posting content that infringes copyrights, trademarks, patents, or other IPR
Submitting content you don’t have rights to submit
Violating others’ intellectual property rights
Plagiarizing content from other sources
Infringing on others’ creative works

3.3 Content Moderation and Removal

Neurodigma maintains the absolute right to moderate, edit, relocate, or remove any User-Generated Content that:

Violates these Terms and Conditions
Violates our Community Standards
Contains illegal content or activity
Infringes intellectual property rights
Endangers user safety or the Website’s security
Disrupts community discourse
Violates privacy or defames individuals
Contains spam or promotional content
Is otherwise inappropriate for a professional news platform

We exercise moderation to maintain a respectful, safe, and productive community for all users.

3.4 Community Standards

To maintain a professional, respectful community, Neurodigma requires:

Respectful Discourse: Comments should disagree constructively, not personally attack others
Factual Accuracy: Claims should be supported by evidence or reasonable interpretation
Relevance: Comments should relate to the article being discussed
Decorum: Comments should maintain a tone appropriate for a professional news publication
No Harassment: Comments should not target, demean, or harass any individual or group
No Spam: Comments should contribute meaningfully to discussion, not promote external products/services

3.5 Comment Moderation Process

Posting: Comments are typically published immediately but may be held for review
Reporting: Users can report comments that violate Community Standards
Review: Our moderation team reviews flagged comments
Action: We may approve, edit, relocate, or delete comments
Appeals: Users may appeal moderation decisions (see Section 3.6)

3.6 Appeals Process

If your comment is removed or edited:

You will receive notification (if you provided an email address)
You can request explanation of the moderation decision
You can submit an appeal with additional context or clarification
Our appeals team will reconsider the decision
We will notify you of the appeals decision

We do not guarantee reversal of moderation decisions but commit to fair and consistent review.

3.7 Account Suspension and Termination

Serious or repeated violations of these Terms and Conditions may result in:

Temporary suspension of commenting privileges
Permanent ban from the Website
Account deletion and removal of all submitted content
Legal action if applicable

Users engaged in illegal activity may be reported to law enforcement.

4. EDITORIAL PRACTICES, DISCLAIMERS, AND ACCURACY

4.1 Editorial Mission and Standards

Neurodigma is dedicated to delivering independent journalism, expert perspectives, informed analysis, and profound insights into current events, science, technology, culture, politics, and other areas of significant public interest. We are committed to:

Accurate, factual reporting based on credible sources
Correction of errors promptly when identified
Clear distinction between news reporting and opinion content
Transparency about our sources and methodologies
Adherence to established journalistic ethics and standards
Serving the public interest

Our editorial content is created by experienced journalists, subject matter experts, researchers, and professional writers.

4.2 No Warranties Regarding Accuracy or Completeness

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: While Neurodigma News pursues rigorous accuracy and verification standards, we make NO warranties, representations, or guarantees regarding:

The absolute completeness of the information provided
The real-time reliability or currency of information
The continued accuracy of historical information
The comprehensiveness of our coverage
The absence of errors, omissions, or inaccuracies
The timeliness of breaking news coverage
The accuracy of projected data, forecasts, or predictions
The reliability of third-party information we cite or link to

News and information evolve rapidly. Information that is accurate at publication may become outdated or superseded by new developments. We do not represent that all information on our Website is current, accurate, or complete.

4.3 “AS IS” Disclaimer

The Website and all Content are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

Warranties of merchantability
Warranties of fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties of title or non-infringement
Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or timeliness
Warranties regarding uninterrupted service or error-free operation

We disclaim all warranties to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

4.4 User Responsibility for Editorial Content

You assume full responsibility and risk for any decisions made or actions taken based upon editorial insights, analysis, information, or recommendations found on the Neurodigma News platform. You acknowledge that:

You are relying on our Content at your own risk
You should independently verify important information before acting on it
You should consult with appropriate professionals (legal, medical, financial, etc.) before making important decisions
We are not providing professional advice in any field
You should not rely solely on our reporting for important decisions
Outcomes depend on many factors beyond our control

4.5 Corrections and Errata

When we identify errors in published Content:

We promptly issue corrections
Corrections appear with the original article and in a corrections section
We notify readers who shared the content, when possible
We maintain a corrections archive for transparency
We clearly indicate what was corrected and why

If you identify an error, please report it to contact@neurodigma.com with:

The article URL
The specific error and location
The correction you believe is needed
Your contact information

4.6 Opinion Content and Guest Contributions

Opinion pieces, columns, analysis, and guest contributions:

Reflect the author’s views, not necessarily those of Neurodigma News
Are clearly labeled as opinion or analysis
May be subject to editorial review but maintain author independence
Do not constitute endorsement by Neurodigma News
May include advocacy or strong viewpoints
Are part of healthy editorial discourse

4.7 Sponsored Content and Disclosure

Sponsored content, branded articles, and native advertising:

Are clearly labeled as “SPONSORED,” “BRANDED,” or “PARTNER CONTENT”
Do not reflect Neurodigma editorial judgment
May be edited for style but maintain sponsor input
Do not influence our news coverage or editorial independence
Are subject to our advertising standards

We clearly distinguish between editorial and promotional content.

5. MEDICAL, LEGAL, AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER

5.1 Health and Medical Content

IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: Content on Neurodigma News regarding health, medicine, treatments, drugs, or medical conditions:

Is provided for informational and educational purposes only
Does NOT constitute medical advice or professional medical opinion
Should NOT be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease
Does NOT replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals
May not be appropriate for your specific health situation
Should be discussed with your doctor or healthcare provider

If you have health concerns, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Do not delay seeking medical treatment based on information from Neurodigma.

5.2 Legal Content

IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER: Content regarding legal matters, laws, court decisions, or legal analysis:

Is provided for informational purposes only
Does NOT constitute legal advice or attorney-client relationship
Does NOT establish an attorney-client relationship with any author
Does NOT substitute for consultation with a licensed attorney
May not apply to your specific legal situation
May become outdated due to changes in law

Consult a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction for legal advice specific to your situation. Do not rely solely on Neurodigma for legal decisions.

5.3 Financial and Investment Content

IMPORTANT FINANCIAL DISCLAIMER: Content regarding investments, stocks, cryptocurrency, personal finance, or economic analysis:

Is provided for educational and informational purposes only
Does NOT constitute investment advice or financial recommendation
Does NOT recommend purchasing or selling any security
Is not personalized to your financial situation
Involves risk; past performance does not guarantee future results
May reflect the author’s views, not financial advice

Consult a qualified financial advisor for investment decisions appropriate to your situation. Do not make investment decisions solely based on Neurodigma content.

5.4 Professional Services Disclaimer

Content regarding any professional service (accounting, architecture, engineering, psychology, etc.):

Is not a substitute for consultation with qualified professionals
Does not establish a professional relationship
Is general information, not personalized advice
May not apply to your specific situation

6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS, CONTENT, AND SERVICES

6.1 External Links and Resources

For comprehensive context and reader reference, Neurodigma articles may feature hyperlinks to external websites, databases, social media platforms, research institutions, government agencies, and other third-party resources. These links are provided for informational purposes and reader convenience.

Important: Neurodigma does NOT control, endorse, or assume responsibility for external websites, their content, or their practices.

6.2 No Responsibility for Third-Party Content

Neurodigma is NOT responsible for:

The content, accuracy, or reliability of external websites
The completeness or timeliness of information on external sites
Third-party services, products, or offerings
Technical issues, outages, or service disruptions on external sites
Changes to third-party websites or removal of resources we link to
Privacy practices or data collection by external sites
Security measures employed by third parties
Illegal or inappropriate content on external sites
Broken links or changed URLs
Accuracy of information obtained from external sources

6.3 Third-Party Privacy and Terms

When you click a link and leave the Neurodigma News Website:

You are governed by the external site’s terms, policies, and privacy practices
Neurodigma News cannot guarantee the privacy or security of third-party sites
You should review third-party privacy policies and terms before providing information
Neurodigma News is not responsible for third-party data handling practices
Information you provide to third parties is subject to their privacy policies

6.4 Social Media and Platform Integration

Neurodigma maintains social media presence on various platforms. When you interact with our content on third-party platforms:

You are subject to that platform’s terms and policies
That platform’s privacy practices apply to your interactions
Neurodigma News does not control that platform’s moderation or data handling
Comments and interactions on social media may be public
That platform may use your data according to their privacy policy

6.5 Third-Party Advertisements

Advertisements displayed on Neurodigma:

Are served by Google AdSense and other advertising networks
Do NOT imply endorsement by Neurodigma News
Are subject to the advertiser’s and advertising network’s terms
May involve tracking cookies and data collection by advertisers
Are not our responsibility or liability
May direct you to external sites with their own terms and policies

Clicking advertisements is at your own risk.

6.6 Embedded Content

Our articles may embed content from external sources, including:

Videos from YouTube or other video platforms
Tweets or posts from social media
Maps or location services
Surveys or polls
Interactive tools or widgets

This embedded content is subject to the hosting platform’s terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the accuracy or appropriateness of embedded content.

7. SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES, BILLING, AND PAYMENT

7.1 Premium Subscription Services

Neurodigma offers premium subscription tiers providing access to exclusive content, early access to articles, ad-free reading, newsletters, and other premium features. Specific features vary by subscription tier.

7.2 Subscription Terms

By subscribing to Neurodigma premium services, you agree to:

Pay the subscription fee according to the selected plan
Allow automatic recurring billing on the renewal date
Accept any fee increases with notice (see Section 7.5)
Comply with subscription terms and conditions
Use the subscription only for your personal use

Subscription terms are subject to our Subscription Agreement, which supplements these Terms and Conditions.

7.3 Payment and Billing Information

When you purchase a subscription:

You must provide accurate, current billing information
You authorize us to charge your payment method
You are responsible for maintaining accurate payment information
Billing occurs automatically on your renewal date
You will receive confirmation emails after each billing

Payment information is processed through secure third-party payment processors and is subject to our Privacy Policy.

7.4 Subscription Cancellation and Refunds

Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting us. Cancellation is effective at the end of your current billing period. No pro-rata refunds are provided for partial periods.

Refund Policy:

Refunds for accidental duplicate charges are provided
Refunds for billing errors are provided
Cancellation refunds are not provided once billing period has commenced
Refunds are processed within 10 business days

7.5 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change subscription prices with 30 days’ notice. Existing subscribers will be notified of price changes before renewal. You may cancel before the price increase takes effect if you disagree with the new price.

7.6 Free Trial Subscriptions

Promotional free trial periods:

Require billing information to establish the account
Automatically convert to paid subscriptions unless canceled before trial expiration
Must be canceled through account settings to avoid charges
Are limited to one per user/household

You are responsible for canceling before trial expiration if you do not wish to be charged.

7.7 Suspension and Termination for Non-Payment

If payment fails or is declined:

We will attempt to rebill using saved payment information
If payment is not received within 10 days, your subscription may be suspended
Suspended accounts lose access to premium content and features
Continued non-payment may result in account termination

7.8 Tax Responsibility

You are responsible for all taxes related to your subscription purchase. Where applicable, sales tax is calculated and collected based on your billing address.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

8.1 Limitation of Damages

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

Neurodigma, its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers shall not be liable for:

Indirect Damages: Including lost profits, lost revenue, lost data, lost business opportunity, loss of use, lost goodwill, lost savings, or other consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages.

Direct Damages: Liabilities related to our Website or Content are limited to direct damages not to exceed the amount you have paid to Neurodigma News in the 12 months preceding the claim (or $100 if you have not made payments).

Excluded Damages: We are not liable for damages arising from:

Errors or omissions in Content
Loss of data or devices
Malware or security breaches
Unauthorized access to accounts
Interruption of service
Third-party conduct or content
User-generated content
Any other cause beyond our direct control

8.2 Assumption of Risk

You assume all risk of loss or damage to:

Your devices
Your data
Your personal information
Your intellectual property
Your financial interests

This assumption applies even if we have been notified of the possibility of such loss or damage.

8.3 Basis of Bargain

These limitations are a fundamental part of the bargain between you and Neurodigma News. Without these limitations, our pricing and service would be substantially different.

8.4 Applicability of Limitations

These limitations apply to all claims, whether arising from:

Breach of contract
Breach of warranty
Negligence or gross negligence
Strict liability
Any other legal theory

Except: These limitations do not apply to gross negligence, willful misconduct, or violations of law by Neurodigma News in jurisdictions that do not permit such limitations.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

9.1 User Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Neurodigma, its parent company, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, representatives, licensors, and partners from and against any and all:

Claims, demands, causes of action
Liabilities, losses, damages, penalties
Costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees)
Arising from or related to:
- Your use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
- Your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights
- User-generated content you submit
- Your negligence or willful misconduct
- Bodily injury or property damage resulting from your conduct

9.2 Indemnification Procedures

When Neurodigma News receives a claim subject to indemnification:

We will notify you promptly
You will control the defense (subject to our approval)
You will keep us informed of settlement discussions
We have the right to participate in the defense
You will not settle without our consent

9.3 Limitation on Indemnification

You have no obligation to indemnify us for claims arising from our gross negligence, willful misconduct, or violation of law.

10. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

10.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law principles. The application of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods is excluded.

10.2 Jurisdiction and Venue

You agree that:

All disputes arising from these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the federal and state courts located in New York County, New York
You consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts
You waive any objection to venue in those courts
These courts have the exclusive authority to hear disputes
Any legal action must be brought in these courts

10.3 Dispute Resolution Process

Before filing a lawsuit:

Informal Resolution (30 days): Contact us at contact@neurodigma.com with:
- Detailed description of the dispute
- Your proposed resolution
- Supporting documentation
We will make reasonable efforts to resolve within 30 days.
Mediation (Optional): If unresolved, you may propose mediation. If both parties agree, we will split mediation costs and work toward resolution through a neutral mediator.
Litigation: If informal resolution and mediation fail, you may pursue litigation in the courts identified above.

10.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree that:

Any legal proceeding must be brought in your individual capacity
You may NOT bring claims on behalf of other individuals or as a class action
You may NOT pursue claims as a class member in litigation against Neurodigma News
Class action litigation is prohibited unless both parties agree in writing

10.5 Statute of Limitations

All claims must be brought within one (1) year from the date when the claim arose. Claims brought after this period are time-barred.

10.6 Equitable Relief

You acknowledge that:

A breach of these Terms and Conditions would cause irreparable harm
Monetary damages may be inadequate
Neurodigma News is entitled to seek injunctive or equitable relief
Seeking equitable relief does not waive other remedies

10.7 Severability of Dispute Resolution Terms

If any dispute resolution provision is found unenforceable:

That specific provision is severed
Remaining dispute resolution terms remain enforceable
The severed provision is reformed to the maximum enforceable extent
Disputes shall be resolved according to remaining enforceable terms

11. TERMINATION AND ACCOUNT CLOSURE

11.1 Termination by User

You may terminate your account and use of the Website at any time by:

Contacting us at contact@neurodigmanews.com
Indicating your intent to close your account
Requesting deletion of your account data

Upon termination:

Your access to the Website ceases immediately
You lose access to premium features (if subscribed)
Your account data is handled per our Privacy Policy
Some residual data may remain in backups for 90 days

11.2 Termination by Neurodigma News

Neurodigma News may terminate your account and access if:

You violate these Terms and Conditions
You engage in illegal activity
You harass or abuse other users or staff
Your account is used for spam or malicious purposes
You attempt to hack or compromise the Website
You scrape or extract Content without authorization
You engage in any conduct we determine violates our standards

Termination may be:

Temporary: For minor violations (typically 7-30 days)
Permanent: For serious violations

11.3 Termination Notice

Upon termination:

We will attempt to notify you of the reasons (when practical)
You have 30 days to request an appeal
Appeals are reviewed by staff outside the original decision-maker
We will notify you of the appeal outcome

11.4 Effects of Termination

Upon termination:

Your access ceases immediately
Your use of Content ceases
These Terms and Conditions remain in effect regarding past conduct
Provisions that survive termination remain in effect
Indemnification obligations survive

11.5 Survival of Terms

The following provisions survive termination:

Intellectual Property Rights (Section 2)
Indemnification (Section 9)
Limitation of Liability (Section 8)
Dispute Resolution (Section 10)
Governing Law (Section 10.1)
This Section 11.5

12. MODIFICATIONS AND UPDATES TO TERMS

12.1 Right to Modify

Neurodigma reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time, at our sole discretion, to:

Reflect legal or regulatory changes
Update our business practices
Improve our services
Clarify our policies
Address unforeseen issues

These modifications become effective immediately upon posting to the Website.

12.2 Notification of Changes

When we make material changes:

We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this document
We will provide notice to affected users via email (if you have provided an email address)
For changes substantially affecting your rights, we will provide prominent notice
We will provide a reasonable period (typically 30 days) before changes take effect

12.3 Your Options Regarding Changes

If you disagree with any modifications:

You may terminate your account (Section 11.1)
Continued use after notification constitutes acceptance
Your rights regarding previously created content remain protected under the previous version

12.4 Previous Versions

We maintain an archive of previous versions of these Terms and Conditions on our Website. You may request a specific previous version.

13. ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCOMMODATIONS

13.1 Commitment to Accessibility

Neurodigma is committed to making our Website and Content accessible to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

13.2 Accessibility Features

Our Website includes:

Screen reader compatibility
Keyboard navigation
Adjustable font sizes
High contrast options
Captions and transcripts for multimedia
Alternative text for images
Accessible forms and navigation

**13.3 Accessibility Issues

If you encounter accessibility issues:

Contact us at contact@neurodigmanews.com with:
- Specific description of the accessibility issue
- The page or feature affected
- Your device, browser, and assistive technology
- Preferred solution or accommodation
We will:
- Acknowledge receipt within 3 business days
- Investigate the issue
- Provide a reasonable accommodation or timeline for resolution
- Follow up on our progress

13.4 Continuous Improvement

We continually work to improve accessibility through:

Regular accessibility audits
User feedback incorporation
Technology updates
Staff training
Third-party accessibility consultations

14. REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

14.1 Your Representations and Warranties

By using the Neurodigma News platform, you represent and warrant that:

You are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)
You have the legal capacity and authority to enter into these Terms
You are not a person or entity prohibited from using the Website
You have not been terminated from the Website previously
Your use of the Website complies with all applicable laws
The information you provide is accurate, current, and complete
You own or have rights to any content you submit
Your use does not infringe anyone’s intellectual property or other rights
You will comply with all terms and conditions herein

14.2 Disclaimer of Warranties

Except as expressly stated in these Terms and Conditions, Neurodigma News makes NO other warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including:

Warranties of merchantability
Warranties of fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties of title or non-infringement
Warranties of accuracy, completeness, currency, or timeliness
Warranties of uninterrupted service or error-free operation
Warranties regarding the security of your data
Warranties regarding the quality of our Content

The Website and all Content are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.”

15. SECURITY, USER ACCOUNTS, AND DATA PROTECTION

15.1 Account Security

You are responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
Preventing unauthorized access to your account
All activity occurring under your account
Notifying us immediately of unauthorized access

You agree NOT to:

Share your username or password
Provide credentials to others
Allow others to use your account
Use another person’s account without permission

15.2 Account Verification

Neurodigma may require verification of your identity:

For certain account activities
To prevent fraud or unauthorized access
To comply with legal requirements
To maintain account security

Verification may require providing:

Email confirmation
Phone verification
Additional personal information
Identification documents

15.3 Data Security

Neurodigma implements reasonable security measures to protect your data. However:

No security system is 100% secure
We cannot guarantee absolute security
Data breaches, while unlikely, may occur
You assume risk of data loss or compromise
See our Privacy Policy for detailed security practices

15.4 Data Retention After Account Deletion

After you delete your account:

Your account information is deleted from active systems
Backup copies may remain for up to 90 days
Some data may be retained for legal compliance
Aggregated, de-identified data may be retained indefinitely
See our Privacy Policy for complete details

16. FORCE MAJEURE AND EVENTS BEYOND CONTROL

16.1 Force Majeure Events

Neurodigma shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms and Conditions resulting from events beyond our reasonable control, including:

Natural disasters, earthquakes, floods, hurricanes
Pandemics, epidemics, public health emergencies
Wars, terrorist acts, civil unrest, strikes
Government actions or regulations
Internet infrastructure failures
Power outages, utility failures
Astronomical events or celestial phenomena

16.2 Mitigation Obligations

During force majeure events, Neurodigma will:

Use reasonable efforts to resume operations
Provide updates regarding service status
Maintain backup systems where feasible
Prioritize essential services

16.3 Notification

Upon occurrence of force majeure events impacting our services:

We will notify users via email or Website notice
We will provide information about resumption timeline
We will indicate affected services

Users are not entitled to refunds or compensation for service interruptions due to force majeure events, except where required by law.

17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT AND SEVERABILITY

17.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any other agreements we reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and Neurodigma regarding the Website and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements, whether written or oral.

17.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found invalid, unenforceable, or illegal:

That specific provision is severed
Remaining provisions remain in full force and effect
The severed provision is reformed to the maximum enforceable extent
The overall intent and effect of these Terms are maintained

17.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision:

Does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision
Does not waive any subsequent right or provision
Does not limit our ability to enforce that provision in the future
Does not waive rights under contract law

17.4 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms and Conditions are intended only for the benefit of you and Neurodigma. No third party has any rights or claims under these Terms.

18. DEFINITIONS OF KEY TERMS

“Website” means the Neurodigma digital publication, including neurodigma.com, and mobile applications.

“Content” means all articles, videos, graphics, analysis, and other materials published on the Website.

“User-Generated Content” means comments, submissions, and other content created by users.

“Intellectual Property Rights” means copyrights, trademarks, patents, and other protectable rights.

“Malicious Code” means viruses, malware, and other harmful software.

“Service” means the Website and all services, content, and features offered.

“User” or “You” means any person accessing the Website.

19. CONTACT INFORMATION AND LEGAL NOTICES

19.1 Contacting Neurodigma

For legal inquiries, permissions, contract requests, copyright issues, or clarifications regarding our Terms and Conditions:

Email: contact@neurodigma.com

Website: https://neurodigma.com/contact

Mailing Address:

Neurodigma
Legal Department
[Physical Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Country]

19.2 DMCA Agent

For Digital Millennium Copyright Act notices:

DMCA Agent: legal@neurodigma.com

Include:

Description of copyrighted work
Location of alleged infringement
Your contact information
Statement of good faith belief
Your signature

19.3 Response Timeline

We commit to responding to legal inquiries within:

5 business days for general inquiries
10 business days for complex matters
30 days for formal legal requests
Immediately for urgent security matters

19.4 Legal Process Service

Legal documents may be served upon:

Registered agent (as listed with the Secretary of State)
Contact information provided above
Any authorized representative

20. ADDITIONAL POLICIES AND INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE

These Terms and Conditions are supplemented by:

Privacy Policy: Governs data collection and protection (incorporated by reference)
Cookie Policy: Details our cookie practices (incorporated by reference)
Subscription Agreement: Terms specific to premium subscriptions (incorporated by reference)
Community Standards: Guidelines for user conduct (incorporated by reference)
Acceptable Use Policy: Detailed prohibited uses (incorporated by reference)

All policies are available on our Website and incorporated into these Terms and Conditions.

21. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

21.1 Your Agreement

By accessing, using, or interacting with the Neurodigma Website in any manner, you:

Acknowledge you have read these Terms and Conditions
Understand and accept all terms
Agree to be legally bound by these terms
Consent to the terms’ application to your use
Waive any rights to contest enforceability

21.2 Legal Authority

By accepting these Terms and Conditions, you represent that:

You have legal authority to enter into this agreement
You are not a minor (unless otherwise allowed by law)
Your acceptance is binding on you
You are acting in your individual capacity

Effective Date: May 31, 2026 Last Updated: June 12, 2026 Next Scheduled Review: June 12, 2027

CONCLUSION

Thank you for reading and accepting these comprehensive Terms and Conditions. Neurodigma is committed to providing excellent journalism while respecting your rights and maintaining a safe, ethical online community.

If you have questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us using the information provided in Section 19.

By continuing to use Neurodigma, you affirm your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions in their entirety.