When OSINT began life in the 1940s, the ‘open data’ under scrutiny was limited to media such as newspapers and radio broadcasts. But in the advent of the internet – and social media in particular – the sheer variety and volume of information pouring into the public domain has been staggering. Yet,...
The open-source intelligence industry is booming, and with that comes a load of great employment opportunities for folks of different specialisms and all levels of experience. Noticing that there was a real need for a platform to connect people and potential jobs, we decided to create one ourselves. We have...
As its name suggests, open-source intelligence has its roots in interstate reconnaissance. Emerging during WWII, OSINT techniques were initially adopted for military intelligence by the US Office of Strategic Services (OSS) – now the CIA – in an attempt to discern enemy strategies and objectives through the detailed study of newspapers, magazines,...
It’s time for the next European ISS World event and we’re delighted to announce our participation in this year’s conference to be held between 14-16 June at the Clarion Congress Hotel, Prague. About ISS World Europe This superb event is the world’s largest intelligence conference, bringing...
The digital realm has never been more insecure than it is today. It seems we readily embrace new technologies and services without question, whether it’s blockchains, NFTs, or the so-called metaverse. However, all technology has its flipside – digital assets are far more vulnerable than is generally accepted, while the...
We are thrilled to announce that we will be taking part in the Darkwebathon on 21-22 May as ambassadors! The event has been organized in aid of an important social cause — to fight slavery and cybercrime. Over two days, participants will identify and profile potential traffickers via various suitable OSINT...
