Project Oversikt
The Citizen Intelligence Agency is a volunteer-driven, open-source intelligence (OSINT) project that provides comprehensive analysis of political activities in Sweden. Through advanced monitoring of key political figures og institutions, we deliver:
- Financial performance metrics
- Risk assessment analytics
- Political trend analysis
- Politician ranking system
- Ytelse comparisons
- Transparency insights
Our initiative remains strictly independent og non-partisan, focused on fostering informed decision-making og enhancing democratic engagement.
💼 Business Case for News Organizations
Oversikt: CIA for Media Intelligence
The Citizen Intelligence Agency provides news organizations med systematic political monitoring at scale, enabling data-driven journalism that was previously resource-prohibitive. With 45 behavioral risk rules across 5 analytical frameworks, CIA delivers comprehensive coverage of 349 Swedish politicians, 10,000+ annual votes, og 20,000+ documents. The platform combines real-time monitoring med 50 years of historical data from the Swedish Riksdag, providing unprecedented depth for political analysis. Our proven methodology og open-source transparency ensure reliability og trust—critical factors for news organizations staking their reputation on accurate reporting.
Intelligence Product Portfolio
Political Intelligence API
RESTful API med OAuth 2.0 authentication og 99.5% uptime SLA. Access 349 politician profiles, 10,000+ annual votes, 20,000+ documents through standardized endpoints. Real-time updates deliver voting results within minutes of parliamentary decisions, while daily risk assessments highlight emerging concerns. Rate limits scale med tier selection, og comprehensive dokumentasjon ensures rapid integration into existing newsroom workflows.
Advanced Analytics Platform
Interaktive dashboards designed for non-technical users enable journalists to explore political data without programming knowledge. Custom report generation supports PDF, Excel, og PowerPoint formats for editorial meetings og publication. Automated alerting via email, SMS, og Slack ensures breaking news opportunities are never missed. Enterprise tier includes white-label branding options, allowing news organizations to present CIA intelligence under their own brand identity.
Risk Assessment Feed
45 behavioral rules analyze politician, party, committee, og ministry activities across four operational domains. Severity classification system (MINOR: 10-49, MAJOR: 50-99, CRITICAL: 100+) prioritizes investigative leads. Historical trend analysis reveals patterns over time, while predictive modeling forecasts coalition dynamics og policy shifts. Transparent methodology med all 45 rules publicly documented ensures editorial teams understand exactly what triggers alerts, supporting defensible journalism.
Pricing & Tier Structure
| Tier | Monthly Price | Rate Limits | Funksjoner | Best For |
|---|
| Developer | €0 | 100 req/day | Basic endpoints, historical data | Students, independent journalists |
| Professional | €2,500 | 10,000 req/day | Full API, real-time updates | Journalists, small news organizations |
| Enterprise | €10,000 | Unlimited | Custom endpoints, SLA 99.9%, white-label | Major news organizations, wire services |
| Academic | €1,500 | 5,000 req/day | Research access, bulk downloads | Universities, research institutions |
Additional Revenue Streams
- Overage charges: €0.10 per 1,000 requests beyond tier limits
- Custom development: €150-200/hour for bespoke integrations
- White-label platform: €100,000 setup + €20,000/year per organization
- Training workshops: €5,000/day for newsroom training
ROI Calculations for Media Organizations
Example 1: Reuters (Wire Service)
Annual Cost: €120,000 (Enterprise tier)
Value Delivered:
- 2,000+ automated wire stories (€60/story = €120,000)
- Breaking news speed advantage (24-hour lead time = €200,000 competitive value)
- Fact-checking efficiency: 2,000 hours saved/year (€50/hour = €100,000)
Total Value: €420,000 | ROI: 350%
Example 2: The Economist (News Weekly)
Annual Cost: €120,000
Value Delivered:
- 500+ data-driven stories (€240/story = €120,000)
- Enhanced subscriber retention (+500 subs × €150 = €75,000)
- Fact-checking savings: 2,000 hours (€50/hour = €100,000)
Total Value: €295,000 | ROI: 246%
Example 3: Svenska Dagbladet (Swedish Newspaper)
Annual Cost: €30,000 (Professional tier)
Value Delivered:
- 200+ election stories (€150/story = €30,000)
- Coalition analysis exclusives (reader engagement = €20,000)
- Fact-checking efficiency: 500 hours saved (€50/hour = €25,000)
Total Value: €75,000 | ROI: 250%
Bruksområder by Media Organization Type
Global News Organizations (The Economist, FT, Reuters, Bloomberg, AP)
- Comparative democracy analysis across nations
- Political risk assessment for investment decisions
- Automated parlamentarisk overvåking for 24/7 news wires
- Coalition stability impact on financial markets
- Systematic fact-checking infrastructure at scale
Swedish Mainstream Media (SVT, DN, SvD, Aftonbladet, Expressen)
- Election 2026 comprehensive coverage
- Automated MP scorecards for all 349 politicians
- Coalition formation prediction models
- Investigative story leads from pattern detection
- Real-time election night monitoring dashboards
Alternative Media (Independent blogs, podcasts, non-profit news)
- Challenge mainstream narratives med systematic data
- Anti-establishment journalism med algorithmic accountability
- Transparent methodology (all 45 rules publicly documented)
- Non-profit discounts available (50% off Professional tier)
Svensk valg 2026 Pilot Program
Limited Slots: 10 Global + 5 Swedish Media Organizations
Pilot Details:
- Duration: 3-6 months (July-September 2026 for global, April-September for Swedish)
- Price:
- Global media: €7,500 total (75% discount, Enterprise tier funksjoner)
- Swedish media: €5,000/month (50% discount, 6 months)
- Funksjoner:
- Full Enterprise API access
- Swedish-specific risk rules og analytics
- Dedicated integration support engineer
- Custom dashboard configuration
- White-label branding options
- Real-time alerting system
- Election night live monitoring
- Post-election analysis workshop
Application Requirements:
- News organization med national/global reach
- Dedicated data journalism or political team (2+ journalists)
- Technical capability for API integration (or dashboard use)
- Commitment to pilot evaluation period
- Agreement to case study participation (anonymized option available)
Success Criteria:
- Generate 50+ data-driven stories using CIA intelligence
- Achieve 90%+ fact-checking accuracy on political claims
- Demonstrate measurable time savings on political research
- Provide feedback for platform improvement
How to Apply:
- Visit: https://hack23.com/swedish-election-2026.html
- Email: pether@hack23.com
- LinkedIn: James Pether Sörling, CEO
- Include: Organization name, team size, use case description
Technical Integrasjonsguide
API Integration Steps:
- Register for API key (https://github.com/Hack23/cia or contact sales)
- Review API dokumentasjon (OpenAPI/Swagger spec available)
- Test med Developer tier (€0, 100 req/day)
- Implement authentication (OAuth 2.0 recommended)
- Build endpoints integration (REST/JSON, optional GraphQL)
- Deploy to production environment
- Monitor usage, upgrade tier as needed
Dashboard Access (No Coding Required):
- Register for dashboard account
- Configure organization branding (Enterprise/white-label only)
- Set up alert rules og notifications
- Create custom reports og visualizations
- Train team on dashboard usage
- Deploy to newsroom workflow
Støtte Options:
Why CIA Over Competitors
Unique Differentiators:
- ✅ Radical Transparency: All 45 risk rules publicly documented, auditable
- ✅ Open Source: GitHub repository, community oversight, no vendor lock-in
- ✅ 50 Years Historical Data: Swedish Riksdag API since 1971, unmatched depth
- ✅ Proven Methodology: Used in academic research, featured in Computer Sweden
- ✅ Replicable Framework: Methodology applicable to any parliamentary democracy
- ✅ Security-First: STRIDE trusselmodellering, MITRE ATT&CK defenses, SLSA Level 3
- ✅ Non-Partisan: Objective behavioral analysis, no editorial bias
- ✅ Flexible Pricing: Developer tier free, non-profit discounts, academic rates
Competitor Comparison:
| Feature | CIA | Traditional Research Services | Proprietary Political Data Vendors |
|---|
| Transparency | ✅ All rules public | ❌ Proprietary | ❌ Black box |
| Open Source | ✅ GitHub | ❌ Closed | ❌ Closed |
| Historical Depth | ✅ 50+ years | ⚠️ 10-20 years | ⚠️ 5-15 years |
| API Access | ✅ All tiers | ❌ Enterprise only | ✅ Most tiers |
| Price | ✅ €0-10K/mo | ⚠️ €15K+/mo | ⚠️ €20K+/mo |
| Replicability | ✅ Any democracy | ❌ Bespoke | ❌ Single country |
Call-to-Action & Contact
Ready to Transform Political Journalism?
Contact Information:
Dokumentasjon Resources:
Swedish Election 2026 Pilot: Apply now for limited slots (10 global + 5 Swedish media organizations)
Contact for Media Partnership