At Tech Times UK, accuracy, verification and reliable sourcing are central to our editorial process. Because our coverage spans technology, science, artificial intelligence, business, health and emerging technologies, we take particular care to ensure that factual claims, technical information, statistics and research findings are accurately represented.
Our Fact-Checking Process
- Writers are responsible for ensuring all reporting, quotes, statistics, technical claims, product information and references are accurate and sourced from credible materials.
- Copy Editors review articles for factual consistency, attribution, dates, names, links, technical terminology, statistics and contextual accuracy.
- Editors conduct additional editorial checks, including headline accuracy, source reliability and verification of potentially sensitive, disputed or consequential claims.
- Senior Editorial Leadership may require additional verification for stories involving scientific research, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, health, financial information, legal matters, major technology companies or other high-impact subjects.
Sources & Verification
We prioritise:
- Official statements and primary sources
- Company filings, regulatory documents and public records
- Peer-reviewed scientific and academic research
- Direct interviews with relevant experts and industry professionals
- Universities, research institutions and recognised scientific organisations
- Government and regulatory agencies
- Reputable industry and technology sources
Where possible, journalists should consult the original sourcerather than relying solely on secondary reporting.
Technical claims should be checked against reliable documentation, product specifications, research papers, official announcements or other authoritative sources.
Anonymous or unverified sources are used only when editorially justified and reviewed by senior editorial staff.
Technology, Science and AI Claims
Particular scrutiny is applied to claims involving:
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- New technologies and scientific discoveries
- Cybersecurity and data breaches
- Software and hardware specifications
- Product launches and capabilities
- Scientific studies and research
- Technology performance and benchmarks
- Cryptocurrency and blockchain
- Technology companies and financial claims
- Emerging or experimental technologies
We avoid presenting rumours, speculation, marketing claims or preliminary findings as established fact.
When reporting on scientific or technical research, we aim to provide appropriate context regarding the methodology, findings, limitations and level of evidence.
AI-generated or automated information must not be treated as an authoritative source without independent verification.
Corrections
If a factual error is identified, we aim to correct it promptly, accurately and transparently.
Significant factual errors, particularly those involving technical specifications, scientific findings, statistics, company statements or claims about individuals or organisations, will be reviewed by an editor and corrected appropriately.
To request a correction, please contact [email protected] with the article title, URL and details of the concern.
Our corrections will be recorded on the Tech Times UK Corrections Page where applicable.