Lorax B. Horne

@DDoSecrets

„Paper Trail Media has managed in a short amount of time to collect some of the best talent in journalism, and put their considerable combined experience towards overcoming borders. Their newsroom’s example of openness and collaboration helps push institutions in new directions. Their agile, data-driven approach to storytelling has caught the attention of sources. A quiet but firm commitment to source protection has helped Paper Trail to document the struggles of our times. 

Ben Hallmann

@TheExamination

„Paper Trail Media was our very first partner, and has been our most enduring partner. Why? Because we knew from the outset that Frederik, Bastian and the rest of the team could be counted on to execute the very most difficult investigations with professionalism, good humor and bravery. Again and again, they have challenged the powerful and corrupt on behalf of the disenfranchised and marginalized – creating journalism that truly serves the public interest.“

Craig Timberg

@WashingtonPost

„Paper Trail Media is led by some of the best journalists I know anywhere, and they are particularly skilled at getting valuable troves of information and leading complex, international reporting efforts across multiple newsrooms. They are a journalistic treasure, and I wish there were more like them in the world.“

Delphine Halgand-Mishra

@SignalsNetwork

„Paper Trail Media puts the power of international collaborative investigations at the center of its work. Frederik, Bastian, and all paper trail media journalists truly care for the well-being of their sources and whistleblowers who come to them. These values, as well as their integrity and independence, align with ours. It is always a pleasure to work with them. I can’t wait to pick up the phone when they call to protect a whistleblower they work with.“

Craig Timberg

@WashingtonPost

„Paper Trail Media is led by some of the best journalists I know anywhere, and they are particularly skilled at getting valuable troves of information and leading complex, international reporting efforts across multiple newsrooms. They are a journalistic treasure, and I wish there were more like them in the world.“

Gerard Ryle

@ICIJ

„Paper Trail Media has been an invaluable partner for the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists. Their understanding in supporting cross border investigative journalism has led to many stories that have served the public interest.“.“

Miranda Patrucic

@OCCRP

„Working with Paper Trail Media on investigations exposing corruption, financial misconduct, and disinformation networks worldwide has been a privilege. Their commitment to holding the powerful to account is matched by their care for colleagues — standing by them through arrests, challenges, and breakthroughs. They’re not just exceptional reporters; they’re exceptional people, and we at OCCRP are proud to call them partners.“