Copyright Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

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Our Original Content

Unless other stated, all the material contained on the website www.buzzcapitol.com is the intellectual property of Buzz Capitol and/or the identified editor/author. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Book chapter contains original articles and features.
  • Analysts’ insights and opinions
    Photography and graphics created by our staff.
  • all videos produced for or from Buzz Capitol
    There are many elements, such as page layouts and designs and proprietary website elements.

Buzz Capitol reserves the right to refuse permission to alter, publish, reproduce, use, exploit, exhibit, broadcast or otherwise use this content without written authorization prior to any action by Buzz Capitol.

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Persons are not allowed to use any third-party licensed content provided on our Site.

A. EXAMPLES OF LIMITED/PROPER USE (FOLLOW THIS):

Only limited usage of Buzz Capitol’s content may be allowed under the doctrine of “fair use” as defined under 17 U.S.C. § 107, including, but not limited to:

  • Commentary and criticism
  • News reporting
  • Education and research
  • Parody

The issue of fair use is addressed on an individualized basis and involves the nature and purpose of the use, the quantity of material used and the impact on the market for the original work. When in doubt as to whether there is a legitimate use, we recommend consulting a lawyer.

Requesting Permission

Please reach out to us if you wish to reproduce, publish or otherwise use Buzz Capitol content:

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You should include: “Copyright Permission Request” in the subject line.Subject line should include: “Copyright Permission Request”.

Please include:

  • The specific content you wish to use (with article URL)
  • the anticipated period of use and functionality you wish to derive from it.
    The website or page on which it will be shared.The website or page it will post on.
  • If and when it could be commercialized

We will act on all permission requests within 5 working days.

Reporting Infringement

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Contributor-Authored Content

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Contact

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