TensorCircuit-NG
Copyright 2024-2026 The TensorCircuit-NG Authors (https://github.com/tensorcircuit/tensorcircuit-ng)

=== Origins and Credits ===
This project is an advanced evolution of the "TensorCircuit" software, originally created and developed by the founding authors who now maintain this distribution. 

=== Trademark & Nominative Use Disclaimer ===
The name "TensorCircuit" is used herein solely in a nominative sense to accurately describe the technological origin, historical context, and compatibility of this software.

TensorCircuit-NG is an independent community-led project. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, or representative of the previous institutional host organizations or any of their subsidiaries. Any other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective owners and are used here for identification purposes only.

=== Attribution Requirements ===
Any redistribution or derivative work of this software must retain the NOTICE file intact. If the derivative work provides a user interface (such as a "Credits" or "About" page), a clear attribution to the "Development Team of TensorCircuit-NG" and a link to the official repository (https://github.com/tensorcircuit/tensorcircuit-ng) must be included.

All modified files must carry prominent notices stating that the files have been changed to prevent confusion with TensorCircuit-NG distribution.