Norwegian journalist and author Håkon F. Høydal is dedicated to exposing critical societal issues through in-depth investigative journalism. Over the past decade, he has uncovered major stories concerning online crime, organised and youth crime, honour-based violence, and trauma-related issues involving online child abuse and trafficking. His work has sparked national investigations, international recognition, and significant media impact.

His latest book, The Powderhouse (2024), tells the secret story of the last conversations Norwegian WWII Nazi Quisling had. The debut book, Moment of Freedom (2022), became a critically acclaimed national bestseller. In 2019, he co-produced the award-winning international podcast Hunting Warhead. He works at Verdens Gang, the most-read news site in Norway.