Our Methodology

HowToKnowAI.com - How this site is built and maintained

Transparency matters for an educational resource focused on artificial intelligence. AI technologies, regulations, and digital risks evolve rapidly, and the information available on any given topic can shift significantly in a short period of time. This page explains how sources are selected, how content is developed and presented, and how material is reviewed so readers can assess the reliability of what they find here.

How Sources Are Selected

Content is based primarily on publicly available information from institutions with established credibility and accountability. Sources are selected to provide accurate, clear, and relevant explanations for general audiences. Priority is given to information from recognized organizations, including:

Government agencies and regulators, such as the Federal Trade Commission, the Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

International and intergovernmental organizations, such as the European Commission, UNESCO, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development.

Standards bodies and technical organizations, including the International Organization for Standardization and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

Credibility Criteria

Sources are evaluated using consistent criteria before being incorporated into site content:

Authority: The source is a recognized institution, regulatory body, or established research organization.

Transparency: The source provides clear methods, evidence, or reasoning that can be reviewed.

Relevance: The information helps readers understand artificial intelligence, scams, or digital risks.

Timeliness: The information reflects current developments in technology, policy, or security threats.

Unverified blogs, anonymous sources, and unsupported summaries are not treated as authoritative. When emerging risks or trends are discussed before formal guidance exists, that context is clearly identified.

Content Development and Presentation

Topics are chosen based on relevance to everyday users, with a focus on practical understanding and risk awareness. Multiple credible sources are reviewed to identify consensus, key definitions, and areas of uncertainty. Information is then consolidated into plain-language explanations without removing important nuance or context.

Where applicable, content highlights known limitations, misuse cases, and potential harms associated with AI systems. Technical terminology is explained where necessary so that non-technical readers can follow without prior background in the subject.

Maintaining Editorial Neutrality

This site is educational in purpose. It explains artificial intelligence concepts, risks, and real-world applications without promoting specific technologies, products, or companies.

References to tools, platforms, or organizations are included based on relevance and public significance and do not constitute endorsements.

The site is independently maintained and does not currently accept advertising or sponsorship. If that changes, it will be clearly disclosed.

AI in the Creation of This Site

Artificial intelligence tools are used to assist with research synthesis, drafting, structural organization, and editing. All AI-assisted content is reviewed, verified, and revised prior to publication.

AI systems can generate inaccurate or incomplete information. For that reason, all material is evaluated against primary sources and established references where possible. Readers are encouraged to consult original sources or official guidance when making decisions that involve risk.

Content Updates

Content is reviewed periodically to reflect developments in artificial intelligence, regulatory guidance, and evolving scam techniques. External references are checked and updated when necessary. If potentially outdated or inaccurate information is identified, it can be reported through the Contact page for review.