Qwoted, the network built for newsmakers, has received new backing from Mudita Venture Partners, an early-stage firm that supports companies with purpose. Raised as a part of a SAFE round in June 2025, the funding will support Qwoted’s continued growth as it builds faster, smarter ways for journalists to find trustworthy sources and for real experts to showcase their authority and knowledge.
Mudita Venture Partners invests in early-stage companies with big impact potential. Their backing reflects a shared belief in Qwoted’s role as a network that empowers both sides of the media equation.
“Qwoted is democratizing access to the media by giving journalists an easier way to find real experts and putting credible voices front and center in the news cycle,” said Josh Linkner, managing partner at Mudita Venture Partners. “That’s the kind of structural innovation we’re happy to support.”
The investment comes at a time when more journalists are seeking speed, trust, and authenticity in the sourcing process. Since 2017, Qwoted has quietly become the go-to network, making that possible. With over 200,000 professionals on the platform, Qwoted is shaping a new kind of media workflow that doesn’t rely on buried inboxes or unvetted replies but on authentic relationships and better tools for getting the story right. The number of reporters and expert sources in the network has grown by 45% in less than a year, reflecting both demand and trust in a better system.
“This funding allows us to scale with a focus on trust, access, and real relationships,” said Dan Simon, Qwoted’s CEO and co-founder. “We believe the newsmaking process should be more accessible, so we’re building the infrastructure that helps journalists move faster, and experts show up where it counts.”
Qwoted will use the funding to grow its engineering team, enhance moderation tools, and build out data and discovery features. The company will continue to build out its Media Advisory Board, strategic partnerships, and editorial initiatives, including its collaboration with Axios HQ and the rollout of its press release distribution service, to support more authentic storytelling at scale.
About Qwoted
Qwoted is the network for newsmakers, using innovative technology to connect journalists with PR professionals and industry experts. Trusted by hundreds of thousands of media and communications professionals, Qwoted’s network offers valuable insights and tools that empower those working on tomorrow’s news. For more information, visit www.qwoted.com.
About Mudita Venture Partners
Mudita Venture Partners is an early-stage venture fund and advisor, primarily pursuing investments in post-revenue business-to-business software companies. The Mudita team brings decades of entrepreneurial and operational experience to help accelerate growth and mitigate risk. Mudita only pursues investments for its funds in companies it believes will have both a positive impact on the world and drive meaningful economic returns. To learn more, visit muditavp.com.
