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The Rising Threat of State-Sponsored Organized Crime
In a world where the lines between organized crime and state actions are increasingly blurred, the comments of Graeme Biggar, Director General of the UK's National Crime Agency, offer a stark illumination of the evolving threat landscape.
Continue ReadingHow OSINT Helped Crack the Long Island Serial Killer Case
When the average person thinks of high-profile criminal investigations, images of dimly lit rooms with towering stacks of physical case files, tense interrogations, or forensics labs might come to mind. In modern investigations, however, sifting through digital data often uncovers the most decisive evidence, as recently demonstrated by the…
Continue ReadingTargeting Timepieces: How OSINT Combats Luxury Watch Theft Rings and Enhances Executive Protection
In the wake of Covid-19 lockdowns, the luxury watch market experienced an extraordinary boom. With a surge of consumers sitting at home and looking to acquire a timepiece, luxury watches evolved from expensive accessories to a legitimate asset class. Despite the increased demand, many brands faced production pressure or limited supply, so customer…
Continue ReadingSkopenow's Link Analysis Buyer's Guide: From Complexity to Clarity—Choosing the Right Solution
Organizations across industries are increasingly exposed to threats from criminal and fraud networks. The bad actors responsible don't just target financial assets; they strike at the core of operations, damaging reputations and placing the safety of employees and valuable resources in jeopardy. In order to combat criminal groups, minimize fraud, and…
Continue ReadingHow Online Research Transforms Legal Due Diligence
In the world of litigation, every piece of information can influence the direction of a case. Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) equips legal professionals with the tools to gather relevant information across the internet, streamline research requests, and achieve exceptional victories.
Continue ReadingHow to Enhance Digital Forensic Investigations with OSINT
Digital forensic examiners and specialized investigators play a crucial role in uncovering evidence and solving complex cases. In our increasingly digital-first world, the vast amount of publicly available information can be a goldmine for these professionals. By harnessing the power of comprehensive open-source intelligence (OSINT) platforms with…
Continue ReadingTop 5 Ways to Maximize ROI with Workbench
In today's fast-paced business landscape, leveraging data-driven insights is crucial for staying ahead of the competition. One powerful tool for achieving this is Workbench, your automated people and business search solution, providing valuable open-source intelligence (OSINT) capabilities. However, to truly maximize the return on investment (ROI) of…
Continue ReadingBeyond the Bright Lights: Securing the NBA Finals with OSINT
As anticipation builds for the NBA Finals this week, the spotlight extends beyond the players and their exceptional skills on the court. Ensuring the safety and security of such a high-profile event is of paramount importance. With the rise of digital and physical threats, organizations must leverage advanced, automated tools and techniques to stay one…
Continue ReadingHow to Use Temporal Analysis to Gather Actionable Intelligence
Tracking criminal activity and emerging threats requires attention to every detail. From social media posts to financial behavior, no information should be overlooked.
Continue ReadingBreaking the Limitations of Traditional Risk Assessment with Pre-Check
Claims adjusters at insurance companies are often in the business of making suboptimal tradeoffs. In order to manage caseloads, they have to make time-sensitive decisions, while simultaneously flagging potential instances of fraud or malingering.
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