The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) uses Neo4j graph database technology as the foundation for its Datashare platform. This application empowers investigative journalists globally to analyze the intricate connections within vast document leaks, such as the Panama Papers and Pandora Papers.
What Datashare Does
- Enables collaborative analysis of millions of pages of unstructured documents.
- Maps relationships between people, companies, assets, and events using graph analytics.
- Uncovers hidden networks and patterns that are difficult to see in traditional databases.
- Supports global investigative teams working on complex, transnational stories.
Technical Stack
- Graph Database: Neo4j
- Platform: ICIJ Datashare


