Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: November 1, 2024

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern the provision of services by APO Research Inc. (“APO,“ “we,“ “us,“ or “our“) to customers (“Customer“ or “you“). By purchasing or using our Services, you agree to these Terms. APO is headquartered in the United States and has offices in Japan and China.

Article 1 - Scope of the Terms

These Terms apply to all transactions between APO and the Customer, including market research reports, consulting services, and event participation. If a specific agreement or contract is signed, its terms may supersede portions of these Terms.

Article 2 - Definitions

“Agreement“: The binding contract formed when the Customer places an order, and APO accepts it under these Terms.
“Intellectual Property“: All copyrights, trademarks, patents, and proprietary rights related to APO’s Services.
“Website“: The official websites operated by APO, including apo-research.com.

Article 3 - Registration

To access some of our Services, Customers must register and provide accurate information. APO reserves the right to approve or decline any registration request at our sole discretion.

Article 4 - Ordering and Delivery of Services

Orders are accepted upon APO’s confirmation. Customers must inspect all reports and materials upon receipt and notify APO within six (6) days of any defects. APO will correct verified defects through replacement or additional delivery.

Article 5 - Fees and Payment

Customers agree to pay fees as outlined in the pricing structure or as specified in any individual contract. Payments are due upon receipt of the invoice, and late payments may incur a 12.7% annual interest charge.

Article 6 - Prohibited Activities

Customers shall not:

Engage in activities violating applicable laws or public order.
Interfere with APO’s network or unauthorized access.
Misrepresent identity or falsify information.
Facilitate any illegal or prohibited activities.

APO may suspend or terminate services for violations of this section.

Article 7 - Intellectual Property

All intellectual property related to the Services belongs to APO or its licensors. Customers have no rights to this intellectual property outside the scope explicitly granted in these Terms.

Article 8 - Termina on of Services

APO reserves the right to suspend or terminate services if:

Customer breaches these Terms
Customer is involved in fraudulent or illegal activities.
Customer fails to pay fees due.
Customer is unresponsive for an extended period (over 30 days).

Article 9 - Limitation of Liability

APO provides information based on reliable sources but does not guarantee its accuracy. Liability is limited to the amount the Customer paid to APO in the last 3 months. APO is not liable for any indirect or consequen al damages.

Article 10 - Confidentiality

Both parties agree to protect any confedential information exchanged under these Terms.

Article 11 - Amendments

APO may update these Terms, with new versions posted on our website. Continued use of the Services indicates acceptance of the amended Terms.

Article 12 - Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New York, New York, USA.

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

APO Research Inc.

Legal Department

New York 399 Park Avenue 11th Floor, United States

Email: legal@aporesearch.com