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AI Content Disclosure Policy

Transparency in AI-Assisted Journalism

Our Commitment to Transparency

At The Orbital Wire, we believe in complete transparency about how we create and deliver space news content. Some articles on our site are generated or assisted by artificial intelligence (AI) technology, and we clearly disclose this to our readers.

How We Use AI

We use AI technology in several ways:

  • Article Generation: AI helps us quickly cover breaking space news by generating initial article drafts based on official sources, press releases, and credible space news outlets.
  • Content Analysis: AI analyzes complex technical information from space agencies and companies to make it more accessible to our readers.
  • Research Assistance: AI helps our editorial team research topics, gather sources, and verify technical details.
  • SEO Optimization: AI assists in creating metadata and optimizing articles for search engines to help readers find relevant space news.

AI Models We Use

We primarily use the following AI models:

  • xAI Grok-4: For comprehensive article generation and in-depth analysis
  • xAI Grok-3: For concise mission summaries and quick updates
  • Google Gemini: For additional research and fact-checking

How to Identify AI-Generated Content

When you read an article that was created with AI assistance, you'll see a clear disclosure notice at the bottom of the article that looks like this:

AI-Assisted Content Notice

This article was generated using AI technology and has been reviewed by our editorial team. While we strive for accuracy, we encourage readers to verify critical information with original sources.

Generated: December 28, 2025 | Sources consulted: 5

The disclosure will tell you:

  • That the article was AI-generated
  • Which AI model was used
  • Whether it has been reviewed by human editors
  • When it was generated
  • How many sources were consulted

Human Review Process

Not all AI-generated content is the same. Articles go through different levels of review:

  • Automated Publishing: Time-sensitive news may be published immediately with AI generation only, clearly marked as "Pending Review"
  • Editorial Review: Most articles are reviewed by our editorial team before publication to verify accuracy, improve clarity, and ensure quality
  • Expert Review: Complex technical articles receive additional review by subject matter experts

When an article has been reviewed by our team, the disclosure will indicate "reviewed by our editorial team" and show a green checkmark (✓) in our admin system.

Quality and Accuracy

While AI helps us work more efficiently, we maintain high standards for quality:

  • Source Verification: AI articles are based on credible sources including official space agency announcements, company press releases, and established space news outlets
  • Fact-Checking: We use multiple AI models to cross-verify information and flag potential inaccuracies
  • Source Citation: We link to original sources so readers can verify information independently
  • Continuous Improvement: We regularly review AI-generated content and refine our processes based on feedback

Why We Use AI

AI technology helps us:

  • Cover More News: The space industry is growing rapidly. AI helps us cover more launches, missions, and developments than would be possible with human writers alone
  • Break News Faster: When SpaceX announces a launch or NASA shares mission updates, AI helps us get the news to you quickly
  • Focus on Analysis: By automating routine news coverage, our human writers can focus on in-depth analysis, interviews, and investigative journalism
  • Maintain Affordability: AI helps us keep the site free for all readers while maintaining comprehensive coverage

Human-Written Content

Articles written entirely by human journalists without AI assistance will display our traditional "Expert Analysis" badge instead of an AI disclosure notice:

🎓 Expert Analysis: This article represents original expert commentary and analysis by The Orbital Wire, THE NUMBER ONE REFERENCE for space exploration.

Your Rights and Feedback

As a reader, you have the right to:

  • Know when content is AI-generated
  • Access the original sources we reference
  • Report inaccuracies or concerns
  • Provide feedback on AI-generated content quality

If you notice an error in an AI-generated article or have concerns about content quality, please contact us. We take accuracy seriously and will investigate and correct errors promptly.

Ethical Guidelines

Our use of AI follows these ethical principles:

  • Transparency First: Always disclose AI-generated content
  • Accuracy Over Speed: Verify information before publishing, even when using AI
  • Human Oversight: Maintain editorial control and responsibility
  • Reader Trust: Never use AI to deceive or manipulate readers
  • Continuous Improvement: Regularly evaluate and improve our AI systems

Future of AI at The Orbital Wire

As AI technology evolves, so will our use of it. We're committed to:

  • Keeping this disclosure policy up-to-date
  • Exploring new ways AI can enhance our journalism
  • Maintaining transparency about our methods
  • Prioritizing reader trust and content quality

Questions?

If you have questions about our use of AI or want to learn more about specific articles, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Last Updated: December 28, 2025
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