Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Next Gen. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before using our services. These terms govern your relationship with Next Gen and outline the rights and responsibilities of both parties.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of these terms and any future modifications.

Description of Services

Next Gen provides research, consulting, and prototyping services focused on emerging technologies for arcade game development. Our services include:

• Technology research and assessment for quantum computing, brain-computer interfaces, holographic displays, and related innovations
• Proof-of-concept development and prototype creation
• Strategic consulting for arcade technology implementation
• Educational content and information about future gaming technologies

Our website serves as an informational platform and initial point of contact. Specific service agreements are established separately through individual consultations and project engagements.

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You may use our website and services for lawful purposes, including:

• Learning about emerging arcade technologies and innovation
• Inquiring about research and consulting services
• Accessing publicly available information and resources
• Engaging in legitimate business discussions and consultations

Prohibited Activities

You may not use our services to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights of others
• Transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or data
• Scrape, harvest, or collect data from our website without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Interfere with or disrupt the functionality of our website
• Use our services for spamming or unsolicited commercial communications

Access and Account Management

Website Access

Our website is generally accessible to the public without registration. However, certain features or services may require:

• Providing contact information for inquiries
• Accepting cookies for enhanced functionality
• Meeting age requirements (18 years or older)
• Compliance with these Terms of Service

Service Access Requirements

Access to consulting and research services requires:

• Initial consultation and agreement on project scope
• Acceptance of specific service terms and pricing
• Provision of necessary information for service delivery
• Timely payment according to agreed terms

Your Responsibilities

When accessing our services, you are responsible for:

• Providing accurate and truthful information
• Maintaining confidentiality of any access credentials
• Notifying us of unauthorized use of your information
• Using our services in compliance with all applicable laws
• Respecting intellectual property rights

Service Availability and Modifications

Availability and Uptime

We strive to maintain reliable access to our website and services, but we cannot guarantee:

• Uninterrupted or error-free access to our website
• That the website will be available at all times
• That all features will function perfectly on all devices
• Immediate resolution of technical issues that may arise

Scheduled maintenance may temporarily interrupt access. We'll make reasonable efforts to notify users of planned downtime when possible.

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our services
• Update features, content, or functionality
• Change pricing or service offerings
• Add or remove features without prior notice

Material changes affecting active service agreements will be communicated to affected clients in advance when feasible.

Geographic Restrictions

Our services are offered primarily within the United States. Access from other countries may be subject to local laws and regulations. You are responsible for ensuring your use of our services complies with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content Ownership

All content on our website, including but not limited to:

• Text, graphics, logos, and images
• Design elements and visual presentation
• Research findings and technical documentation
• Software code and underlying technology

This content is owned by Next Gen or our licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

• Access and view website content for personal or business evaluation purposes
• Download materials expressly made available for download
• Share links to our website through standard web practices

This license does not include rights to commercial use, modification, or redistribution of our content.

Client Content and Feedback

When you submit inquiries, feedback, or other communications to us, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use that information for business purposes, including service improvement and marketing. We will respect confidential information marked as such and handle it according to separate agreements when applicable.

Fees and Payment Terms

Pricing for consulting and research services is established through individual project agreements. General information about service offerings and estimated pricing may be displayed on our website but does not constitute a binding offer.

Payment terms include:

• Specific pricing agreed upon in writing before project commencement
• Payment schedules defined in service agreements
• Accepted payment methods specified in project contracts
• Currency specified as United States Dollars unless otherwise agreed

Late payments may be subject to interest charges or service suspension as outlined in individual agreements. All fees are non-refundable unless specifically stated in your service agreement.

Termination of Access

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services, without prior notice, if you:

• Violate these Terms of Service
• Engage in prohibited activities or unlawful conduct
• Provide false or misleading information
• Fail to meet payment obligations for services
• Pose a security risk to our systems or other users

Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. Provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect, including intellectual property rights, disclaimer of warranties, and limitations of liability.

Disclaimers and Limitations

No Warranties

Our website and general informational content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free from harmful components. Service-specific warranties, if any, will be outlined in individual project agreements.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Next Gen shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use our website or services. This includes but is not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be highlighted or communicated through appropriate channels.

Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. If you disagree with changes, discontinue use of our services.

Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of California and the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through:

• Good faith negotiation between the parties
• Mediation if negotiation is unsuccessful
• Binding arbitration in Santa Clara County, California
• Courts of Santa Clara County, California for matters not subject to arbitration

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