Last Updated: December 20, 2025
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Revenue Wall: We have refused and will refuse any revenue source that attempts to influence coverage. Our only obligation is to the truth.
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- Primary Source: Official document, earnings call, procurement record
- Expert Corroboration: On-record interview or published analysis
- OSINT Cross-Check: Data, trade records
- Confidence Assessment: High/Medium/Low based on source strength
This methodology creates a “reasonable belief” defense against negligence claims.
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We make specific, testable predictions with timelines. Each bet includes:
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- Hard Date: Specific quarter or timeline
- Confidence Level: High/Medium/Low
Why: Creates track record, demonstrates good faith, provides actionable intelligence.
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- Minor errors: Fixed within 48 hours, inline notation
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