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TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. Introduction & Binding Agreement

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the BBN-Network.com website (the "Website") and the Beyond Brazilian Network community platforms, operated by Rio Management Pty Ltd (ACN 647925719) ("The Company," "Rio Management," "we," "us," or "our"), with its registered office in New South Wales.

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Acceptance: By accessing the Website, joining our digital groups, or ticking the "I Agree" box upon registration, you enter into a legally binding contract with The Company. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must cease use of the Website immediately. We strongly advise you to seek independent legal counsel in New South Wales to review these Terms.

2. Definitions

  • "ACL" means the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010).

  • "BBN" refers to the Beyond Brazilian Network, a community initiative and networking platform.

  • "BBN Content" refers to all proprietary text, graphics, logos, video interviews, member directories, layout design, and code on the Website owned or licensed by The Company.

  • "Confidential Information" refers to any information designated as confidential or that ought reasonably to be understood as such, including but not limited to member contact lists, internal community strategies, and non-public communications.

  • "Direct Marketing" refers to any communication sent to a Member for the purpose of promoting a product or service without prior express consent or in violation of the Spam Act 2003 (Cth).

  • "Event" refers to any physical or digital gathering, seminar, or networking session organised or facilitated by BBN.

  • "Member" refers to any individual or entity with a registered account on the Website.

  • "Partner" or "Affiliate Partner" refers to an independent third-party business that offers discounts or services to the BBN community, but is not an employee or agent of the Company.

  • "Personal Information" has the meaning given to it in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

  • "Rio Management" or "The Company" refers to Rio Management Pty Ltd (ACN 647925719), the parent company and legal operator of BBN and BBN-Network.com.

  • "Services" refers to all networking, media, and community features provided by the Company.

  • "User Content" refers to all content and information input into the Website by Users, including profiles, bios, and comments.

  • "Third-Party Platforms" refers to external services used for community interaction, including but not limited to WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube, and Google Meet

  • "User Content" refers to all data, text, photographs, and information input into the Website or community groups by Users (e.g., profiles, bios, and comments).

  • "Website" refers to bbn-network.com and any subdomains or associated its hosted pages.

3. Australian Consumer Law (ACL)

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer guarantee, right, or remedy conferred on you by the ACL. To the fullest extent permitted by law, our liability for a breach of a non-excludable consumer guarantee is limited, at our option, to the supplying of the services again.

4. User Accounts & Security

  • Account Creation: You must provide accurate, current, and complete information. Provide truthful professional credentials; misrepresentation is a material breach.

  • Security: You are responsible for all activity under your account. You must not share your credentials. Notify us immediately of any unauthorised access.

  • Persistent Non-Payment (if charged): We reserve the right to terminate access for persistent non-payment in the event that a paid membership model is implemented.

  • Right of Exclusion: The Company reserves the absolute right, at its sole and unfettered discretion, to exclude, suspend, or terminate any Member from the Website and all associated Third-Party Platforms at any time.

  • No Disclosure Required: We are not obligated to provide any reason, justification, or information regarding our decision to terminate or exclude a Member. All membership is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked without notice to protect the integrity of the BBN Network.

5. Use of Website & Prohibition on Copying

  • Limited Licence: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, revocable licence to access the Website for personal networking.

  • Prohibition on Copying: You must not copy, reproduce, republish, or distribute any BBN Content (including video interviews and member profiles) without express written consent.

  • Anti-Scraping: You must not use automated systems (robots, spiders, scrapers) to extract data from the Website for any purpose, including training Artificial Intelligence (AI) models or creating competing databases.

6. Community Conduct & Third-Party Groups

BBN facilitates networking through Third-Party Platforms. By participating, you agree to the following:

  • Topic Compliance: Each discussion group or chat list is created for a specific professional topic. You must ensure your contributions remain relevant. Political discussions, religious debates, or other socially polarizing topics are strictly considered "off-topic" and are prohibited.

  • Harassment & Bullying: The Company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, bullying, intimidation, or discriminatory behavior. This includes, but is not limited to, offensive comments regarding race, gender, religion, or nationality.

  • No Unauthorised Promotion: You are strictly prohibited from promoting your personal business, services, or products within these groups unless specifically authorised by The Company.

  • Anti-Poaching (Fishing): You must not "fish" members or use these groups to recruit or divert our community members to other communities, external networks, or competing platforms.

  • Immediate Exclusion: Any violation of this Section, including engaging in harassment or poaching members, will result in immediate exclusion from the group and termination of your BBN membership.

7. Event Attendance, Media, & Assumption of Risk

  • Media Release: You grant The Company a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide license to use your image and voice captured at events for promotional and marketing purposes.

  • Assumption of Risk: By attending a BBN Event, you acknowledge inherent risks (including injury or property damage) and voluntarily assume full responsibility. Per the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW), you release the Company from all liability related to attendance.

8. Interview Disclaimer & Liability

BBN Network publishes interviews for informational purposes. We do not verify claims made by interviewees. Reliance on such content is at your own risk. We are not liable for any business decisions or losses resulting from these publications.

9. Affiliate Partners, Discounts, and Due Diligence

  • Affiliate Status: "Partners" are independent third parties, not agents of The Company.

  • No Endorsement: The provision of a discount does not constitute a recommendation.

  • Due Diligence: You are solely responsible for conducting your own due diligence before transacting with any partner. The Company is not liable for disputes arising from partner transactions.

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 No Financial Liability: You acknowledge that the Services are currently provided by The Company free of charge. Consequently, to the maximum extent permitted by law, The Company, its directors, employees, and agents shall have zero financial liability to you for any loss, damage, or claim arising out of your use of the Website or participation in the BBN Network.

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10.2 Nominal Cap: In the event that a court of competent jurisdiction determines that liability cannot be excluded entirely despite the free nature of the service, you agree that our total aggregate liability for any and all claims is limited to $1.00 AUD.

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10.3 Exclusion of Consequential Loss: Under no circumstances shall The Company be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, loss of business opportunities, or loss of data, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Intellectual Property & Data Ownership

  • Company IP: All BBN branding, logos, and original content are the exclusive property of The Company.

  • User Content: You retain ownership of content you post, but grant us a non-exclusive license to display it to operate the network.

  • Database Ownership: The compilation, sequence, and "look and feel" of the member directory are owned exclusively by The Company.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Company and its directors (individually and collectively) from and against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, costs, or expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising from:

  • Your breach of these Terms;

  • Any content you post (User Content);

  • Your conduct at physical BBN Events;

  • Any dispute between you and another Member or an Affiliate Partner. Essentially, if your actions cause The Company to be sued, you agree to pay for our legal defense and any resulting costs.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties & "Beta" Status

The Website is currently provided "as is" and "as available" during its development phase. We make no guarantees regarding uninterrupted service, security, or specific networking outcomes.

14. Fees, Pricing, and Future Changes

Access is currently free. We reserve the right to introduce fees or subscription models at any time. We will provide reasonable notice of such changes, and you will have the option to close your account before fees are applied.

15. Modifications and Service Interruptions

We reserve the right to change, modify, or discontinue the Website or any part thereof at any time without notice. We are not liable for any service interruptions, maintenance delays, or errors.

16. Language

These Terms are written in English. In the event of any inconsistency between the English version and a translation, the English version shall prevail.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction in New South Wales, that provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

18. Survival Clause

The provisions regarding Intellectual Property, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, Data Ownership, Non-Copying/Scraping, and Dispute Resolution shall survive any termination of your membership or the discontinuation of the Website.

19. Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

Parties will attempt negotiation for 30 days, followed by mediation in Sydney, NSW, in accordance with the rules of the Australian Mediation Association. These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

20. Contact Information

If you have questions or a complaint about our Terms and Conditions, please contact: Rio Management Pty Ltd Email: claudio@riomanagement.com.au

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