Introduction
Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using the DeMatteo portal (the “Portal”) operated by DeMatteo Research LLC (“DeMatteo”).
Your access to and use of the Portal is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all users who access or use the Portal.
By accessing or using the Portal, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Idea Discussion Guidelines
DeMatteo Research thanks you for taking the time to comment on an investment idea on our portal. Please note that by providing your thoughts, you acknowledge the following points:
- You will not share any material non public information or confidential information.
- You will not share any information received through the breach of a duty of confidentiality owed by any person to any third party.
- You are authorized by your employer to share comments on an idea for possible publication by DeMatteo Research.
The purpose is neither to discuss any material, non-public or confidential information nor promote any trading coordination; including but not limited to any potential activist campaign. Therefore, please do not discuss any securities wherein you are currently an activist investor or have current intent to launch an activist campaign.
Intellectual Property
Under these Terms, DeMatteo owns all rights to the intellectual property and material contained on the Portal, and all such rights are reserved.
You are granted a limited license only, subject to the restrictions provided in these Terms, for purposes of viewing the material contained on the Portal.
Restrictions
You are expressly restricted from all of the following:
- Publishing any Portal material in any media;
- Selling, sublicensing, or otherwise commercializing any Portal material;
- Publicly performing or showing any Portal material;
- Using the Portal in any way that is, or may be, damaging to the Portal;
- Using the Portal contrary to applicable laws and regulations, or in a way that causes, or may cause, harm to the Portal, or to any person or business entity;
- Engaging in any data mining, data harvesting, data extracting or any other similar activity in relation to the Portal, or while using the Portal; and
- Using the Portal to engage in any advertising or marketing.
Third-Party Content
The Portal may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by DeMatteo. DeMatteo has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that DeMatteo shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on or through any such websites or services.
No Warranties
The Portal is provided “as is,” and DeMatteo makes no express or implied representations or warranties of any kind related to the Portal or the materials contained on the Portal. Additionally, nothing contained on the Portal shall be construed as providing consulting or advice to you.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall DeMatteo, nor any of its officers, directors and employees, be liable to you for anything arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Portal, whether such liability is under contract, tort or otherwise. DeMatteo, including its officers, directors and employees, shall also not be liable for any indirect, consequential or special liability, arising out of or in any way related to your use of the Portal.
Indemnification
You hereby fully indemnify DeMatteo from and against any and all liabilities, costs, demands, causes of action, damages and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or in any way related to your breach of any of the provisions of these Terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under any applicable law, such unenforceability or invalidity shall not render these Terms unenforceable or invalid, and such provisions shall be deleted without affecting the remaining provisions herein.
Variation of Terms
DeMatteo is permitted to revise these Terms at any time as it sees fit, and by using this Portal, you are expected to review such Terms on a regular basis to ensure you understand all terms and conditions governing use of this Portal.
Assignment
DeMatteo shall be permitted to assign, transfer, and subcontract its rights and/or obligations under these Terms without any notification or consent required. However, you shall not be permitted to assign, transfer, or subcontract any of your rights and/or obligations under these Terms.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, including any legal notices and disclaimers contained on the Portal, constitute the entire agreement between DeMatteo and you in relation to your use of the Portal, and supersede all prior agreements and understandings with respect to the same.
Government Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, and you submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in New York for the resolution of any disputes, without regard to conflicts of law principles.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at compliance@dmllc.com.