The Grey Zone is independently researched and written.
Rather than accepting advertising, The Grey Zone works with a very limited number of organizations that believe rigorous strategic research deserves long-term support.
These partnerships are intended for institutions, family offices, firms, and companies operating in environments where sound judgment is a strategic advantage.
Every partnership follows one non-negotiable principle:
Financial support never grants editorial influence.
Partners do not review, approve, modify, or commission conclusions. Research remains entirely independent.
RESEARCH PARTNER
€10,000 / year
For organizations and individuals who believe independent strategic research is worth supporting. Research Partners help fund The Grey Zone's investigations while preserving complete editorial independence.
Included:
✓ Recognition as an official Research Partner of the Grey Zone (optional).
✓ Direct access to Oriane Cohen for research discussions and strategic exchanges.
✓ Opportunity to suggest future research topics and investigations.
STRATEGIC RESEARCH PARTNER
From €25,000 / year
For organizations committed to advancing independent research on a strategic issue relevant to their industry or mission. Strategic Research Partners make possible the development of a dedicated research program while preserving complete editorial independence.
Everything included above, plus:
✓ Recognition as the official supporter of a dedicated research series
✓ Direct dialogue with Oriane Cohen to identify emerging topics and research priorities.
Examples of research series:
- Executive Cognitive Security
- Rare earth supply chains
- Maritime Intelligence
- Influence operations and HUMINT
- AI & Human Judgment
- Strategic Infrastructure
- Family Office Geopolitics
- State Identity & Sovereignty
Editorial independence
Every partnership follows the same principles:
No influence over conclusions
No hidden promotion
No commissioned opinions
No access to confidential sources
Full disclosure of sponsored research series
The Grey Zone may decline or terminate any partnership at its sole discretion.
Contact
To become a research partner, contact us at info@ocstrategic.com - subject "sponsorship".