ShadowDragon’s most recent podcast dove into the complexities of election monitoring and security. In this episode, special guest Bryeanne (Brye) Ravettine shared her insights into the world of election intelligence, the challenges analysts face in the digital era and what could be in store in the future. Brye, an intelligence analyst with over a decade […]
Smart Security: Fighting Financial Fraud with Open Source Intelligence
Financial fraud is on the rise. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), consumers lost more than $10 billion to fraud last year, up 14 percent from 2022. Investment and […]
How Does OSINT Make It Hard for Cybercriminals to Work?
Information and data are among the most valuable assets for any business or industry. They are critical elements that can either strengthen or compromise the security of an organization’s assets, […]
Understanding the scope and volume of OSINT
Open source intelligence (OSINT) tools help companies collect, analyze, and apply public data to improve and enhance business operations, security practices and risk exposures.
Peer Pressure and Heightened Emotional States in OSINT Investigations
Finding valuable information within OSINT investigations often requires looking beyond the surface. Social media, blogs, and forums are environments where emotions often run high, and peer pressure can shape behavior. […]
Surprising Ways OSINT is Used for Good
When people hear the term open source intelligence (OSINT), they might think of espionage, as intelligence gathering is typically associated with covert operations or secret intelligence agencies. However, the reality […]
How Failing Faster Helps Catch Criminals: Exploring OSINT for Law Enforcement
In law enforcement, the ability to adapt quickly and learn from mistakes is crucial. This concept, often called “failing faster,” is not about accepting failure but about using it as […]
What Are the Common Struggles of OSINT Investigations?
Conducting an investigation can be complicated and time-intensive, demanding careful attention to detail and persistence in tracking leads and evidence. The most knowledgeable and committed investigators can encounter obstacles during […]
Why Every Organization Needs OSINT
Open source intelligence (OSINT) is a critical tool for corporations and governments alike. The amount of public information and data is growing exponentially every day – every organization and team […]
Geolocating Contraband Cell Phones in Prison
It is a federal crime for inmates to possess a cell phone in prison. The reasons are self-evident, but here’s a good example of why: in 2015, 9 inmates were […]
Navigating the Gray Zone: The Role of Open-Source Intelligence in Modern Conflict
This blog was adopted from a speech given by David Cook at the second annual Library of Congress OSINT Panel Discussion We are living in a dangerous world, one more […]
The Rising Specter of Terrorism
The specter of terrorism looms large over the upcoming Paris Olympics. A string of arrests and charges surrounding the international event signify the hopeful grand target of would-be terrorists. Against […]