CoinDesk Updates Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Cookie Policy
CoinDesk, a leading media outlet covering cryptocurrency and blockchain, announced that it has updated its privacy policy, terms of use, and cookie policy. The new policies aim to enhance user trust and transparency by providing clear communication about how CoinDesk handles personal data.
According to the company’s privacy policy, CoinDesk is committed to protecting the privacy of its users and strives to comply with all applicable data protection laws. As part of its efforts, the company collects and processes personal information, such as names and email addresses, only when necessary and with users’ consent.
To ensure the highest level of journalistic standards, CoinDesk abides by a strict set of editorial policies. As an independent operating subsidiary of Digital Currency Group, which invests in cryptocurrencies and blockchain startups, certain CoinDesk employees, including editorial employees, may receive exposure to DCG equity in the form of stock appreciation rights. However, journalists are not allowed to purchase stock outright in DCG.
The updated policies can be found on CoinDesk’s website and in its app. To learn more about the company’s editorial policies and mission, readers can visit its Ethics page.