Crossmark Policy

The Journal of Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence (JITCAI) is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. To achieve this, we have adopted Crossmark, a multi-publisher initiative by CrossRef that provides a standard way for readers to locate the current version of a piece of content. By applying the Crossmark icon to our articles, we are informing readers that they can trust the version they are viewing and have access to any updates, corrections, or retractions if necessary.

Purpose of Crossmark

The Crossmark icon on a published article or PDF indicates that JITCAI is actively maintaining the content to ensure its ongoing reliability. Clicking the Crossmark icon will inform the reader of the publication's current status and provide details on any updates, such as:

  • Corrections: Typographical or minor factual errors that do not impact the content or conclusions.
  • Retractions: Articles withdrawn due to significant errors or breaches of ethical guidelines.
  • Updates: Any substantial changes or clarifications made to the article after publication.

Content Included in Crossmark

All articles published by JITCAI will include the Crossmark icon. This icon will be applied to:

  • Original research articles
  • Review articles
  • Case studies
  • Short communications

Crossmark Policy for Updates

JITCAI is committed to keeping the content published in the journal accurate and up-to-date. Below is how JITCAI handles content updates:

  1. Corrections: If a minor error is identified post-publication that does not change the article's results or conclusions, a correction notice will be issued and linked to the original article.
  2. Retractions: If a significant error, ethical issue, or case of misconduct is found that undermines the article's findings, a retraction notice will be issued. The original article will remain on the journal's site with a watermark indicating its retracted status, and a clear explanation of the reason for retraction will be provided.
  3. Updates: Substantial revisions or additions, such as supplementary data or important clarifications, will be marked with an update notice linked to the original article.

Transparency and Trust

Using Crossmark, JITCAI underscores its dedication to maintaining transparency and trust with authors, readers, and the research community. The Crossmark icon lets users quickly identify if their reading content is the most current version, fostering confidence in published research.

How to Access Crossmark Information

To access the Crossmark information on an article:

  • Look for the Crossmark icon on the article's landing page or PDF.
  • Click the icon to view the status of the article and any updates, corrections, or retraction notices.

Contact and Queries

If you have questions about the Crossmark policy or how it applies to your publication in JITCAI, please get in touch with us at Email: editor@jitcai.org

By adopting the Crossmark system, JITCAI reinforces its commitment to publishing accurate, reliable, and trustworthy research.