IBG NEWS

INTERNATIONAL ADVERTISING, SPONSORED CONTENT & COMMERCIAL RATE CARD POLICY

Policy Reference: IBG-ACP-2026-01
Effective Date: 31 October 2026
Review Frequency: Every six months or following material regulatory changes
Organisation: IBG NEWS
Website: https://ibgnews.com
ISSN: 2456-0944
Publication Jurisdiction: India and applicable international jurisdictions
Policy Authority: Chief Editor, IBG NEWS

PART I – EDITORIAL AND COMPLIANCE POLICY

1. PURPOSE

IBG NEWS is committed to responsible journalism, editorial independence, transparency and compliance with applicable Indian and international laws.

This policy establishes the conditions under which IBG NEWS accepts, reviews, publishes or rejects:

• International sponsored articles.
• Commercial editorial contributions.
• Brand features and corporate communications.
• Financial and technology-related content.
• Advertisements and paid partnerships.
• International and domestic commercial assignments.

The policy specifically covers casino, gambling, online betting, Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, blockchain and Forex-related content.

It applies to advertisers, agencies, companies, contributors and commercial partners targeting Indian or international audiences.

2. CORE EDITORIAL PRINCIPLES

IBG NEWS maintains a clear distinction between independent journalism and commercial promotion.

The following principles apply:

1. Payment does not guarantee publication.
2. Editorial approval remains independent of commercial negotiations.
3. All paid content must be appropriately identified.
4. No advertiser can purchase favourable editorial conclusions.
5. All content must satisfy applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
6. IBG NEWS retains the right to reject, modify or remove inappropriate content.

3. CATEGORY-WISE PUBLICATION POLICY

3.1 Casino and Gambling Industry

Permitted: Independent journalism and non-promotional industry reporting

IBG NEWS may publish:

• International casino industry developments.
• Casino business and economic reports.
• Gambling legislation and regulatory developments.
• Interviews with industry professionals.
• Casino technology and cybersecurity developments.
• Responsible gambling research.
• Historical and cultural reports.

Restricted: Commercial promotions

IBG NEWS will not accept:

• Casino registration advertisements.
• Deposit bonuses and promotional offers.
• Casino referral and affiliate campaigns.
• Gambling platform acquisition campaigns.
• Promotional reviews encouraging gambling.
• Registration and deposit links.
• Surrogate advertisements for gambling operators.

Paid industry-related content may be considered only when it is genuinely informational, non-promotional and legally cleared.

3.2 Online Betting and Sports Wagering

Permitted independent reporting:

• International betting industry developments.
• Gambling legislation.
• Regulatory enforcement.
• Betting-related fraud investigations.
• Social and economic research.
• Responsible gambling awareness.

Not accepted:

• Betting platform advertisements.
• Registration promotions.
• Referral codes.
• Affiliate marketing.
• Betting tips and wagering recommendations.
• Betting bonus campaigns.
• Promotions for prohibited online money gaming services.

IBG NEWS does not accept paid betting or gambling platform promotional campaigns.

3.3 Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency

Content may be considered subject to verification and compliance review.

Permitted:

• Bitcoin and cryptocurrency news.
• Blockchain research and technology.
• Cryptocurrency market analysis.
• Digital asset security.
• Cryptocurrency regulatory developments.
• Web3 and fintech developments.
• Educational content.
• Interviews with industry experts.

Enhanced verification required:

• Cryptocurrency exchange reviews.
• Sponsored exchange articles.
• Digital asset investment services.
• Token launches.
• Investment-related promotions.
• Trading platform campaigns.

Not accepted:

• Guaranteed profit claims.
• Fraudulent token promotions.
• Pump-and-dump schemes.
• Misleading investment opportunities.
• Unverified financial endorsements.
• Unlawful financial solicitation.

Where applicable, advertisers must provide evidence of FIU-IND registration and relevant regulatory compliance.

3.4 Forex and Foreign Exchange

Permitted subject to compliance review:

• International currency market developments.
• Central bank policy and monetary developments.
• Forex educational articles.
• Financial technology.
• Institutional currency market research.
• Interviews with financial professionals.

Enhanced review:

• Forex broker reviews.
• Sponsored trading platform articles.
• Leveraged trading services.
• Investment and advisory services.

Not accepted:

• Promotions for unauthorised trading platforms.
• Guaranteed trading profits.
• Misleading investment claims.
• Fraudulent financial schemes.
• Unauthorised services targeting Indian residents.

Foreign licences alone do not establish authorisation to offer services in India.

4. GEOGRAPHICAL TARGETING

IBG NEWS serves Indian and international readers.

All content must be assessed according to:

• Applicable Indian legislation.
• Laws of the advertiser’s country.
• Regulations in the intended target market.
• Advertising and consumer protection requirements.
• Applicable financial and investment promotion regulations.

Overseas incorporation, foreign payment, offshore hosting or international targeting does not automatically exempt an advertiser or publisher from Indian legal obligations.

5. SPONSORED CONTENT IDENTIFICATION

Accepted commercial content must carry clear identification, where appropriate:

• Sponsored Content
• Paid Partnership
• Advertisement
• Brand Feature
• Partner Content

Sponsored content must not impersonate independent journalism or conceal its commercial relationship.

6. ADVERTISER VERIFICATION

IBG NEWS may require:

1. Company registration documents.
2. Registered business address.
3. Official website.
4. Details of authorised representatives.
5. Applicable licences and regulatory approvals.
6. Regulatory registration information.
7. Complete article and supporting documents.
8. Proposed hyperlinks and destination URLs.
9. Intended advertising territories.
10. Written compliance declaration.

Failure to provide satisfactory documentation may result in rejection.

7. HYPERLINK AND EXTERNAL WEBSITE POLICY

All commercial links are subject to editorial and compliance review.

IBG NEWS may reject links directing readers to:

• Illegal gambling platforms.
• Prohibited betting services.
• Unauthorised Forex trading platforms.
• Fraudulent cryptocurrency exchanges.
• Misleading investment schemes.
• Restricted affiliate and referral campaigns.

8. FINANCIAL AND CRYPTOCURRENCY DISCLAIMER

Where appropriate, financial and cryptocurrency articles should carry the following notice:

“This article is published for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment, trading, financial or legal advice. Digital assets and financial instruments involve substantial risks, including the possibility of loss of capital. Readers should independently verify information and consult appropriately qualified professionals before making financial decisions.”

This disclaimer does not make an otherwise prohibited advertisement lawful.

9. EDITORIAL INDEPENDENCE

IBG NEWS retains complete editorial authority over:

• Headlines and article titles.
• Article structure and presentation.
• Factual corrections.
• Sources and references.
• Images and graphics.
• External links.
• Publication timing.
• Removal or modification of published material.

Advertisers cannot dictate independent editorial conclusions or suppress material facts.

10. REJECTION AND REMOVAL RIGHTS

IBG NEWS reserves the right to reject, modify, suspend or remove any material that violates this policy or applicable law.

IBG NEWS may terminate commercial relationships involving repeated violations.

Payment does not override editorial or legal restrictions.

PART II – OFFICIAL COMMERCIAL RATE CARD

11. INTERNATIONAL ADVERTISING AND SPONSORED CONTENT RATES

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Category	Publication Rate
Standard International Article	USD 300
Bitcoin / Cryptocurrency Articles	USD 600
Forex Articles	USD 600
Casino Industry – Non-promotional Editorial Content	USD 600
Online Betting / Gambling Promotions	Not Accepted

All cryptocurrency, Forex and casino-related assignments are subject to editorial approval and compliance verification.

The USD 600 casino category applies exclusively to genuine, non-promotional industry reporting and informational content. It does not authorise casino advertising, affiliate marketing or registration campaigns.

12. INDIAN ADVERTISING AND SPONSORED CONTENT RATES

Category	Publication Rate
Indian Brands	INR 15,000 per article
Indian Celebrities / Public Figures	INR 15,000 per article

Specialist financial, cryptocurrency and other regulated-sector assignments may require separate compliance assessment and commercial approval.

Prohibited gambling and betting promotions cannot be accepted at any price.

13. VOLUME DISCOUNTS

IBG NEWS offers the following commercial concessions:

International Clients

• More than five articles per month: 10% discount.

Indian Clients

• More than five articles per month: 10% discount.

Volume discounts are subject to an agreed monthly publication schedule and commercial confirmation.

14. CHARITY AND DEVELOPMENT CONTENT DISCOUNTS

IBG NEWS supports legitimate charity, humanitarian and development initiatives.

Eligible charity and development-related content may receive:

• An additional 10% discount over the applicable commercial rate.
• Eligibility for the applicable volume discount, where approved.

Eligibility is subject to verification of the organisation, project and purpose of publication.

These discounts are not automatic and require commercial approval.

15. PAYMENT METHODS

IBG NEWS currently accepts the following payment methods:

1. PayPal.
2. Bank Transfer.

Payments must be made through approved business payment channels.

International clients are responsible for applicable bank charges, transfer fees and other agreed transaction costs.

All applicable Indian tax and invoicing requirements shall be followed.

16. PUBLICATION CONDITIONS

The following conditions apply to commercial assignments:

1. Publication is subject to editorial approval.
2. All submitted content must be original or appropriately licensed.
3. Advertisers must provide accurate and verifiable information.
4. Sponsored content must be identified appropriately.
5. External links are subject to approval.
6. Publication timelines are mutually agreed.
7. Payment does not guarantee publication.
8. Content violating applicable laws will not be published.
9. Commercial discounts do not override compliance requirements.
10. Refunds, where applicable, shall follow the agreed commercial terms.

PART III – ADVERTISER DECLARATION

17. CLIENT COMPLIANCE UNDERTAKING

Every advertiser submitting content concerning casino, betting, cryptocurrency, Bitcoin or Forex must confirm:

1. The advertiser is a legally registered business.
2. All submitted information is accurate and supported by appropriate evidence.
3. Applicable licences and regulatory registrations have been disclosed.
4. The submitted material does not promote activities prohibited under applicable Indian law.
5. The content complies with the regulations of its intended target markets.
6. No misleading financial claims or guaranteed investment returns are included.
7. All hyperlinks and landing-page URLs have been disclosed.
8. The advertiser will cooperate with reasonable compliance verification.
9. IBG NEWS retains the right to reject or remove non-compliant content.

The advertiser acknowledges that IBG NEWS retains independent editorial authority.

This declaration does not transfer or eliminate any statutory responsibility imposed on the publisher or advertiser.

PART IV – LEGAL AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

18. APPLICABLE REGULATORY REFERENCES

This policy shall be interpreted in conjunction with applicable legislation and regulatory guidance, including:

1. Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025.
2. Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules, 2026.
3. Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
4. Information Technology Act, 2000.
5. Information Technology Rules, 2021, where applicable.
6. Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999.
7. Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002.
8. Applicable Reserve Bank of India directions.
9. Applicable FIU-IND requirements.
10. Advertising Standards Council of India guidelines.
11. Applicable Press Council of India journalistic standards.
12. Relevant state and international advertising regulations.

This list is not exhaustive. Legal applicability must be assessed according to the particular service, content, audience and jurisdiction.

19. POLICY REVIEW AND AMENDMENTS

This policy shall be reviewed every six months or whenever significant legislative or regulatory changes occur.

The Chief Editor of IBG NEWS may approve amendments necessary to protect editorial independence, legal compliance and the publication’s reputation.

OFFICIAL APPROVAL

IBG NEWS

Independent Journalism | International News | Responsible Publishing

Website: https://ibgnews.com
ISSN: 2456-0944

Policy Reference: IBG-ACP-2026-01
Effective Date: 31 October 2026

Approved by:

Chief Editor
IBG NEWS

DISCLAIMER: This policy is an organisational editorial and commercial framework, not a legal opinion or guarantee of statutory compliance. It should be reviewed by a qualified Indian media and technology law practitioner before formal adoption.