Difference between revisions of "Crypto futures trading:Sources"

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Sources and Verification

This page outlines the standards for sourcing and verification required for all articles within this wiki concerning crypto futures trading. Maintaining a neutral, factual, and verifiable body of knowledge is paramount to the integrity of this resource.

Core Principles

All factual claims, statistics, definitions, and descriptions of trading mechanisms must be supported by reliable, published sources. Opinions, speculative analysis, or unverified claims about future market movements are not permitted as factual statements.

Acceptable Sources

Editors must prioritize sources that demonstrate expertise, editorial oversight, and independence. Acceptable sources generally include:

Academic and Scholarly Publications: Peer-reviewed journals, university press publications, and established textbooks covering finance, economics, or blockchain technology.
Regulated Financial News Outlets: Established, reputable news organizations known for rigorous editorial standards in financial reporting.
Official Regulatory Documents: Publications released by governmental bodies or recognized financial regulatory agencies concerning derivatives or cryptocurrency markets.
Primary Source Documentation: Official white papers, technical specifications, or documentation released by recognized cryptocurrency exchanges or blockchain protocols, provided they are used to describe the technology itself, not to promote a specific product.

Unacceptable Sources

The following types of sources are generally not acceptable for establishing factual claims:

Personal blogs, social media posts, or forums (e.g., Reddit, X/Twitter) unless they are the subject of the article itself (e.g., documenting a specific community event).
Anonymous publications or sources lacking verifiable credentials.
Promotional materials, marketing documents, or websites directly affiliated with a specific trading platform or financial product being discussed, unless used strictly for verifiable, non-promotional data (e.g., exchange specifications).
Content where the author has a clear, undisclosed financial conflict of interest regarding the subject matter.

Verification Requirements

When adding or editing content, editors must adhere to the following verification standards:

Inline Citation

Every piece of specific, non-obvious factual information (such as contract specifications, regulatory rulings, or historical price data) must be supported by an inline citation using the <ref> tag.

Neutral Point of View (NPOV)

Sources must be used to accurately represent the information they contain. If a source presents a viewpoint, that viewpoint must be attributed to the source rather than presented as established fact. Editors must strive to include citations representing differing, reliable viewpoints where appropriate, particularly on complex or controversial topics within the industry.

Currency of Information

The cryptocurrency market evolves rapidly. Information regarding trading fees, regulatory statuses, or specific exchange offerings must be sourced to material published as recently as possible. Older sources may be retained if the information they describe is historical or has not materially changed. Editors should review existing citations to ensure they remain current.

Handling Disputed Information

If reliable sources contradict each other on a specific point:

Both viewpoints should be included in the article.
Each viewpoint must be clearly attributed to its supporting source(s).
The nature of the disagreement should be briefly explained, if possible, without editorializing.

References

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+This page outlines the standards for sourcing and verification required for all articles within this wiki concerning '''crypto futures trading'''. Maintaining a neutral, factual, and verifiable body of knowledge is paramount to the integrity of this resource.
-This page outlines the editorial standards for sourcing and verification required for content within this encyclopedia regarding [[Cryptocurrency futures trading]]. Adherence to these standards ensures neutrality, accuracy, and verifiability for all readers.
+=== Core Principles ===
+All factual claims, statistics, definitions, and descriptions of trading mechanisms must be supported by reliable, published sources. Opinions, speculative analysis, or unverified claims about future market movements are not permitted as factual statements.
-== Sourcing Requirements ==
+=== Acceptable Sources ===
+Editors must prioritize sources that demonstrate expertise, editorial oversight, and independence. Acceptable sources generally include:
-All factual claims, statistics, definitions, and descriptions of market mechanics must be supported by reliable, verifiable sources.
+*   '''Academic and Scholarly Publications:''' Peer-reviewed journals, university press publications, and established textbooks covering finance, economics, or blockchain technology.
+*   '''Regulated Financial News Outlets:''' Established, reputable news organizations known for rigorous editorial standards in financial reporting.
-=== Acceptable Sources ===
+*   '''Official Regulatory Documents:''' Publications released by governmental bodies or recognized financial regulatory agencies concerning derivatives or cryptocurrency markets.
-Acceptable sources generally include:
+*   '''Primary Source Documentation:''' Official white papers, technical specifications, or documentation released by recognized cryptocurrency exchanges or blockchain protocols, provided they are used to describe the technology itself, not to promote a specific product.
-*   Official documentation from regulatory bodies (e.g., CFTC, SEC filings).
-*   Academic papers published in peer-reviewed journals.
-*   Official press releases or documentation from established, recognized exchanges (e.g., CME Group, Binance, Coinbase).
-*   Reputable financial news organizations with a history of editorial oversight and correction policies (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, *The Wall Street Journal*).
-*   Primary source data (e.g., blockchain explorers, official exchange order book data, where applicable).
 === Unacceptable Sources ===
-Sources that are generally considered unreliable or biased for encyclopedic purposes include:
+The following types of sources are generally '''not''' acceptable for establishing factual claims:
-*   Personal blogs, social media posts (unless directly quoting a recognized authority figure in that capacity).
-*   Unverified forum discussions or anonymous posts.
-*   Content produced by individuals or entities actively promoting specific trading strategies or financial products related to crypto futures.
-*   Sources that lack clear editorial review or correction mechanisms.
-== Verification Standards ==
-Editors must ensure that the information presented accurately reflects the source material and is current where necessary.
-=== Neutral Point of View (NPOV) ===
+*   Personal blogs, social media posts, or forums (e.g., Reddit, X/Twitter) unless they are the subject of the article itself (e.g., documenting a specific community event).
-All content must maintain a [[Neutral Point of View]]. Claims regarding the profitability, risk, or future performance of [[Crypto futures contracts]] must be attributed to their source and presented without endorsement or dismissal by the encyclopedia itself. Avoid language that suggests guaranteed outcomes or certainty regarding market movements.
+*   Anonymous publications or sources lacking verifiable credentials.
+*   Promotional materials, marketing documents, or websites directly affiliated with a specific trading platform or financial product being discussed, unless used strictly for verifiable, non-promotional data (e.g., exchange specifications).
+*   Content where the author has a clear, undisclosed financial conflict of interest regarding the subject matter.
-=== Citation Format ===
+=== Verification Requirements ===
-Every piece of non-trivial information must be followed by an inline citation using the `<ref>` tag. Citations should be placed immediately after the statement they support. If a single source supports multiple sentences in a paragraph, one citation at the end of the relevant section is often sufficient, provided the information flows directly from that source.
+When adding or editing content, editors must adhere to the following verification standards:
-Example:
+==== Inline Citation ====
-The initial margin requirement is set by the clearinghouse. <ref>CME Group, Margin Requirements for Crypto Futures, accessed 2023-10-26.</ref>
+Every piece of specific, non-obvious factual information (such as contract specifications, regulatory rulings, or historical price data) must be supported by an inline citation using the <ref> tag.
-=== Handling Conflicting Information ===
+==== Neutral Point of View (NPOV) ====
-When reliable sources present conflicting data or differing interpretations of regulatory guidance, editors must:
+Sources must be used to accurately represent the information they contain. If a source presents a viewpoint, that viewpoint must be attributed to the source rather than presented as established fact. Editors must strive to include citations representing differing, reliable viewpoints where appropriate, particularly on complex or controversial topics within the industry.
-.  Cite all significant viewpoints.
-.  Attribute each viewpoint clearly to its source.
-.  Avoid synthesizing or favoring one view over another unless one view is demonstrably more authoritative (e.g., a direct regulatory ruling supersedes an analyst's interpretation).
-== Editor Responsibilities ==
+==== Currency of Information ====
+The cryptocurrency market evolves rapidly. Information regarding trading fees, regulatory statuses, or specific exchange offerings must be sourced to material published as recently as possible. Older sources may be retained if the information they describe is historical or has not materially changed. Editors should review existing citations to ensure they remain current.
-Editors are responsible for the accuracy and sourcing of the content they contribute.
+=== Handling Disputed Information ===
+If reliable sources contradict each other on a specific point:
+# Both viewpoints should be included in the article.
+# Each viewpoint must be clearly attributed to its supporting source(s).
+# The nature of the disagreement should be briefly explained, if possible, without editorializing.
-*   **Checking Links:** Ensure that all external links are functional and still point to the intended source material.
+== References ==
-*   **Updating Citations:** If market data or regulatory definitions change, existing citations must be reviewed and updated to reflect the current state of information.
+<references />
-*   **Transparency:** If an editor cannot find a source for a claim, the claim should be removed or placed in a dedicated "To Be Verified" section until appropriate sourcing is found. Do not introduce unsourced material.