Resources
Resources, writing and thinking about open source intelligence and tools.
Writing
Uncommon OSINT: Obsidian, Semantic Meaning and NLP - I want to explore tools made for one purpose and understand how they can make us better intelligence analysts and communicators so I decided to write a series of articles - Uncommon OSINT. This series was inspired by a conversation I had with Amber at Tactical Tech's Influence Industry project. It made me realize that not everyone does what I do - cross applying tools for different uses - and not everyone is aware of the cool tools that can be force multipliers for OSINT. In part one of the Uncommon OSINT series -- Learn how to take a beautiful note taking app, Obsidian, and turn it into an OSINT powerhouse by adding semantics, NLP and visualization.
How Will AI Change Our World View? - Exploring The Artificial Worldviews Map project by Kim Albrecht who explores how AI may influence our future understanding of knowledge. The more we rely on artificial intelligence for our knowledge base, the more we should be focused on what the training data includes and excludes. The answer may shape our future understanding of our shared history and the world around us.
DOWNLOADS
Useful and sometimes fun downloads of references and resources.
Farallon's 2024 Not So Ultimate OSINT Compendium - I benefited so deeply from the fantastic mentorship I received early in my career. The Ultimate OSINT Compendium is a way for me to give back to the talented and generous OSINT community that I am so proud to be a part of. I know how fortunate I am and this is part of my commitment to pay it forward — not just to up and comers, but also to my peers at all levels.
Videos
Some public presentations, webinars and trainings
Adventures in OSINT: The Fine Art of Extreme Open Source Intelligence - A thought-provoking journey that offers an insider's look into the power of open source intelligence (OSINT) and how it is reshaping intelligence through real-world case studies. By revealing the tremendous nature of the ordinary hiding in plain sight, Adventures in OSINT takes you into the heart of the web's vast landscapes and the hidden corners of social media. This exciting, immersive presentation explores how everyday sources turn into unexpected intelligence, transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, and often provide breakthroughs in cases that eluded nation-states.
Location: Institute for Competitive Intelligence
OSINT Journey - Tools and Techniques - View this insightful webcast with Claudia Tietze. She is a seasoned Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) professional and the acclaimed author of the ‘Not So Ultimate OSINT Compendium’. This webinar aims to equip you with the tools and techniques needed to effectively navigate the complex digital landscape.
We will explore the immense potential that lies in harnessing this sea of complex and chaotic data, from constructing robust cases to delivering clear, concise end products to our clients.
Location: Institute for Competitive Intelligence