Category: Wikipedia

Cryptocurrency and blockchain have a tough time on Wikipedia. Wikipedia isn’t just fussy—it operates based on policies rooted in traditional credibility. It favors established newspapers, academic journals, and recognized industry outlets to determine what’s notable. Unfortunately, crypto and blockchain projects typically don’t slot easily into these traditional categories. Adding to the challenge: crypto’s reputation issues […]

Introduction When our clients ask about Wikipedia references and citations, this is the page we send them to. This guide will walk you through the intricacies of Wikipedia references, using a fictional crypto company, “CryptoInnovate,” as our example. We’ll explore what constitutes a good Wikipedia reference and how to identify appropriate sources and strategies for […]

Edit conflicts occur when multiple editors try to modify the same section of an article simultaneously, resulting in conflicting versions. Disputes, on the other hand, encompass broader disagreements over content, tone, or edits on a page. Understanding and resolving these disputes is important when editing Wikipedia articles because sometimes a page can be deleted if […]

It’s estimated that more than 200 articles are deleted from the English Wikipedia daily. The process for removal from Wikipedia is called “Articles for…

Barnstars are virtual tokens given out to editors in the Wikipedia community. There are many types of Barnstar based on various topics. They play an important role in Wikipedia editing, shaping the collaborative culture of the editing community. Table of Contents History and Origin of Wikipedia Barnstars Wikipedia Barnstars have an interesting history that dates […]

Neutral Point of View (NPOV) is a rather important policy of Wikipedia editing that aims to ensure all information is fair, balanced, and unbiased. While great in principle, it is sometimes challenging to enforce. We recommend editors pretend they are writing as someone like Walter Cronkite, a well-known news anchor from years past, to try […]

Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia that allows people to create and edit articles. It is one of the most popular websites in the world and has a significant impact on brand reputation. Why it Matters Companies and public figures today must be more mindful than ever of how they are portrayed on Wikipedia. Wikipedia […]