Data Sources (2023) is a documentary, news web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Data Sources online in HD.
Data Sources — Storyline
Data Sources goes beyond the official version in search of the truth: human rights violations, institutional failures, affairs of state, abuses of power and the criminal exploitation of the planet… ARTE’s digital investigative magazine takes you beyond the headlines.
Cast & Crew
Data Sources — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2023-02-20 |
| Seasons | 5 |
| Episodes | 33 |
| Genre | Documentary, News |
| Language | English |
| Network | YouTube, ARTE, arte.tv |
| Status | Returning Series |
Data Sources — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The Prigozhin Papers (2023-02-20) — An exclusive investigation into the Russian paramilitary organisation Wagner, headed by oligarch Yevgeny Prigozhin. 2,500 documents were leaked from Prigozhin’s servers by anti-Put
- E2: The Dark Underbelly of European Salmon (2023-04-02) — More than 80% of the salmon consumed in Europe comes from fish farms. Salmon farming is a speciality of northern countries, with Norway being the main producer. These farms are pro
- E3: The Stolen Children of Ukraine (2023-06-14) — Thanks to analysis of videos on Telegram, social media posts, and articles and statements from Russian authorities, this episode of Sources tracks how Ukrainian children were forci
- E4: Traffic in Burmese Teak (2023-09-07) — It is banned in the European Union and yet Burmese teak is still imported. How is that possible? Data Sources goes on the trail of the illegal trade in teak from Myanmar.
- E5: Danone: Plastic Pollution in Bali (2023-10-30) — Indonesia is the second largest producer of plastic waste in the sea with the situation set to get worse. Environmental protection organisations collect and analyse plastic waste f
- E6: China: Pro-Colonisation Influencers (2023-12-15) — The Xinjiang region in China is the historical homeland of the Uighurs, a persecuted Muslim minority. Open data reveals how Chinese influencers are convincing people from across th
Season 2
- E1: Paedophilia: The dark side of Instagram (2024-03-27) — A meticulously researched investigation showing how sexual predators operate on Instagram; and how the algorithm could even encourage paedophile activity.
- E2: TikTok and People Smugglers (2024-04-24) — This investigation reveals how people smugglers are using social media to encourage migrants to cross the English Channel illegally. In their TikTok videos, smugglers promote their
- E3: Ukraine: The Sister and the Murderer (2024-05-29) — For nine months, Katia Kholodnikova has had no news of her twin brother, Andriy, a Ukrainian soldier who left to fight the Russian invasion in the early days of the war. Until she
- E4: Saudi Arabia: Victims of Neom (2024-06-26) — Saudi Arabian citizens are languishing in prison, and some have even been sentenced to death. Their crime: they resisted expropriation of their homes for the Neom project, the city
- E5: Trafficking Baby Gorillas (2024-08-28) — Every year, more than four hundred baby gorillas disappear from the forests of Central Africa. How is this poaching organised, and for whose benefit? Sources reveals the inner work
- E6: Colonisation on the West Bank (2024-09-25) — How are extremist Israeli settlers taking over land on the West Bank? Data Sources reveals the extent to which illegal outposts contribute to harassing and ultimately driving out t
Season 3
- E1: Migrant Pushbacks by Greek Coastguards (2024-10-30) — Since 2020, thousands of migrants attempting to reach Europe from Turkey via the Aegean Sea have been pushed back by the Greek coastguard. Data Sources investigates this illegal pr
- E2: The Dark Side of Cashmere (2024-11-27) — Cashmere is an exquisite fabric, prized for its soft and luxurious feel. But as cashmere jumpers flood the world market, the environmental impacts of increased production are becom
- E3: Homophobia in Africa: American Influence? (2024-12-25) — Since Uganda passed extremely severe laws persecuting gay people, attacks on the LGBT+ community have skyrocketed. But could these new laws be added and abetted by an ultra-conserv
- E4: Russian Embargo: How to Circumvent Sanctions (2025-01-29) — Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, strict sanctions have been imposed on Russia by Europe and the USA. So how is it that a Russian car dealer manages to import Porches from Ger
- E5: Switzerland: Looking for the Missing Gold (2025-02-26) — In January 2023, a discreet conference was held in Zurich, Switzerland where the company Swiss Gold Treuhand encouraged participants to invest in gold ingots. But today many invest
- E6: Fentanyl: China's Double-Dealing (2025-03-26) — Fentanyl is a highly addictive drug that is causing tens of thousands of deaths in the USA, the raw materials for which are produced in China. This episode of Data Sources delves i
- E7: Who Are the Social Media Fraudsters? (2025-04-30) — They sell hacked profiles, provide fake comments and likes and boost fake news. Investigation into the social media fraudsters based in Vietnam.
- E8: Radicalisation and Video Games (2025-05-28) — Massacres by right-wing extremists and jihadists are faithfully recreated in video games … From TikTok to Roblox, how does propaganda glorifying extreme violence reach an audienc
- E9: Saudi Arabia: Influencers and the Regime of Fear (2025-06-25) — On Instagram and other social media, travel influencers, mostly paid by Saudi Arabia, sing the praises of the nation as an excellent holiday destination. They are part of a communi
Season 4
- E1: Anabolic Steroids: The Muscle Market (2025-09-10) — Anabolic steroids are freely available online. Influencers encourage their followers to use steroid on Instagram and TikTok and they are easy to order on Telegram. How can a danger
- E2: Facial Recognition: Tech Firms and Surveillance (2025-10-18) — High-resolution cameras, facial recognition software, state-of-the-art video surveillance centres: Data Sources reveals how Western companies are helping the authoritarian regime i
- E3: North Korea: Hunting Down Fugitives (2025-11-12) — Citizens of North Korea trying to flee the country risk their lives. The route through neighbouring China has become a trap as Beijing tracks and deports North Koreans back home wi
- E4: From Plumber to Oligarch: Hungary's Richest Man (2025-12-10) — How does a small circle close to the government dominate Hungary’s economy? Data Sources investigates the richest man in the country, a childhood friend of Viktor Orban, and how Eu
- E5: In the jungle of neobanks: Scams, illegal trading and deceived customers (2026-01-13) — Lack of transparency, lax controls, money laundering: Are neobanks encouraging financial fraud and identity abuse? A look at the downside of the banking revolution.
Over the last
- E6: A French Company Helps the Russian Army (2026-02-11) — This is a French group that, in theory, has nothing to do with the defense sector: it specializes in commodities trading and sugar production. In Russia, it has about fifteen facil
- E7: Telegram: the kingdom of cybercriminals (2026-03-11) — Stolen and resold in a flash. Identity cards, personal data, banking information… You can find everything on Telegram. An investigation into a booming scam marketplace.
- E8: The Dark Side of Shen Yun Shows (2026-04-08) — Every year, Shen Yun tours the world. But what do we really know about the dance troupe, and who benefits from their sold-out shows? With Open Data, we look behind the scenes and r
- E9: Deepfakes: sexual abuse by AI (2026-04-13) — Pornographic deepfakes are among the most repellent aspects of AI: photos and videos of real women are manipulated, stripped and fabricated without their consent and then spread ac
- E10: Virtual Friends, Real Risks: The Rise of AI Companions for Teens (2026-06-10) — For some teenagers, virtual companions are already replacing friends or mental health professionals. As millions adopt these AI companions, how far can their influence reach? This
- E11: West Bank: Why are foreign settlers moving there? (2026-07-08) — Hundreds of French citizens have settled in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, which are widely considered illegal under international law. Why do they choose to move t
Season 5
- E1: Propaganda Holidays in Russia: European Children at Artek (2026-09-09) — Weapons training with Wagner-linked militia members, patriotic songs and the glorification of Russia are part of the program at Artek, a Russian summer camp in annexed Crimea. Euro
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Data Sources have? 5 season(s) with 33 episodes.
Where can I watch Data Sources? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
