Open-source intelligence (OSINT) can reveal invaluable insights about people, organisations, locations, events and more by leveraging publicly available online information. But the most skilled intelligence analysts understand OSINT’s limitations in isolation. By integrating digital tracking with on-the-ground human intelligence (HUMINT), specialists develop a holistic 360 view of complex situations and targets. TABLE OF CONTENTS In… Read More from What Is Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)? – How is it applied?
Sharks and Mermaids in the Deep: The Positive and Negative Potential of the Dark Web
The dark web, a term that evokes images of shadowy corners of the internet, is a place of contradictions. It is a world within a world, an underbelly of the internet that is both feared and celebrated, depending on whom you ask. Often portrayed as a haven for criminal activity, akin to sharks lurking in… Read More from Sharks and Mermaids in the Deep: The Positive and Negative Potential of the Dark Web
Tracing the Untraceable – Our work with GRC
IMSL are proud to support the work of GRC (Global Rights Compliance) and FYF (Free Yezidi Foundation) and to see our work recognised in this article. In support of GRC, we continue to work on a number of international projects bringing our collective expertise to support those persecuted by oppressive regimes…. Read More from Tracing the Untraceable – Our work with GRC
Hamas’ Use of Deception in Gaza
On 7 October, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel with the firing of hundreds of rockets. Between 1,000 and 1,500 militants crossed into Israel from the Gaza Strip through 30 fence breaches. The extent of the mayhem and the subsequent Israeli response has been well reported. We are here interested in the intelligence implications… Read More from Hamas’ Use of Deception in Gaza
