Hackers calling themselves Radiant tried to extort nursery chain Kido Schools by publishing stolen data and images of thousands of children online, but after public outrage, they removed the posts, claimed to have deleted the files, and even apologised. medium.com/the-first-di...

When the London Stock Exchange’s (LSE) Regulatory News Service (RNS) - authorised by the FCA as a Primary Information Provider in the UK - carried bogus bulletins, fraudsters gained credibility they never earned. Case 1 of #TheAmplificationFiles is live. coalitioncyber.com/the-amplific...

The Coalition of Cyber Investigators' launch a real life investigation‑driven series exposing how scammers exploit trusted platforms to amplify fake legitimacy and credentialise their services, highlighting the gap between disclaimers and duty of care. coalitioncyber.com/the-amplific...

The Coalition of Cyber Investigators explores how OSINT can play a pivotal role in strengthening, testing, and safeguarding digital identity frameworks. medium.com/@city.paul/o...

Digital IDs are the talk of the town globally 🔐 but with new systems come new risks. The latest take from @coalitionci.bsky.social authored by @londoncity325.bsky.social & @nealysart.bsky.social explores how #OSINT can help secure digital ID frameworks. Read the full article below👇

Children's names, pictures, and addresses were stolen in a nursery chain hack. Hackers say they have stolen the pictures, names, and addresses of around 8,000 children from the Kido nursery chain. medium.com/@city.paul/t...

A Raw Take on OSINT's Broken State - Time for Real Change Brett Redman's article hit readers like a cold splash of reality. It's about time someone said it. He is spot-on about platform bias, but that's scratching the surface of the inconsistencies we see in OSINT. medium.com/@city.paul/a...

OSINT isn’t just flawed — it’s broken. Platform bias, abandoned tools, and zero #standards are undermining trust in open-source #intelligence. Our raw take written by @londoncity325.bsky.social & @nealysart.bsky.social : #OSINT needs transformation & standardisation - not tweaks Read more below ⤵️

To mark their 50th published article, The Coalition of Cyber Investigators look back at the evolution of deception over the last 50 years and the role that OSINT now plays in unmasking it. medium.com/@city.paul/f...

🚨 50 Articles. 50 Years of Deception 🚨 ‼️ @coalitionci.bsky.social just dropped its 50th article‼️ Authored by @londoncity325.bsky.social & @nealysart.bsky.social - it reflects on how deception has evolved in the last 50 years & the role #OSINT plays in countering it #investigations #deception

The recent launch of MI6’s “Silent Courier” dark web platform marks a major change in intelligence recruitment methods, but it also reveals serious vulnerabilities in the OSINT environment that security experts should be alert to. medium.com/@city.paul/o...

New Article: The Shadowz Brotherhood Investigation Coalition cofounders @londoncity325.bsky.social & @nealysart.bsky.social recount a landmark case that exposed a global child exploitation network, reshaped global #police cooperation & cemented #OSINT in today’s #OSEC #investigations

Why does the field of digital forensics (particularly in the UK) still rely on the ACPO Guidelines from 2012, more than a decade later? 👉 Read the full piece here: coalitioncyber.com/acpo-guideli...

Couldn't agree more with @londoncity325.bsky.social - collaboration can make all the difference in OSINT & investigations. Great also to see @coalitionci.bsky.social get a call out as one of the go-to sources for #OSINT, #investigation and #digital #forensic insights

Brilliant post from Toddington International Inc.! "The Web of Investigators" is a timely reminder that OSINT truly thrives on collaboration and shared expertise. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned analyst, tapping into supportive communities opens doors. www.linkedin.com/pulse/web-in...

The article "How the News Cycle Renders OSINT Unreliable" provides a compelling real-world illustration of the critical need for standardised Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) practices. medium.com/the-first-di...

Ever wondered why Digital Forensic professionals, particularly in the UK, still rely on 13 yrs old ACPO guidance? Find out by reading the latest analysis from @coalitionci.bsky.social written by @londoncity325.bsky.social & @nealysart.bsky.social #investigations #digitalforensics #cybercrime

The Coalition of Cyber Investigators has been around for 12 months now and has released a series of Beginner Guides showing how OSINT can be used across sectors to help manage risk and inform investigations medium.com/@city.paul/o...

What is in the Epstein Files, and can OSINT reveal the answer ❓ The latest analysis explores the role that OSINT can play in establishing the contents of the Epstein Files and exposing what's missing. 👉 Full report: medium.com/@city.paul/w...

Our new report. - “OSINT in Insurance: Evolving From Tools to Frameworks” (authors @londoncity325.bsky.social @nealysart.bsky.social & guest author, investigations specialist Mengqi (Annie) Tu from @prudentialplc ) Take advantage of #OSINT - on your own terms Read more below:👇

The Grok Exposure: An Existential AI-Powered OSINT Threat Hundreds of thousands of user conversations with Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok have been exposed in search engine results. medium.com/the-first-di...

A LinkedIn message posted by an alleged HR employee at Lockheed Martin stated that we design and deliver solutions that protect lives, strengthen global security, and advance scientific discovery. This person also asked if people are open to a new opportunity at SpaceX. medium.com/@city.paul/e...

Sock Puppets Go Pro! Just as other specialised OSINT tools have matured and standardised investigative practice, sock puppetry is transitioning from improvised, ad-hoc methods to more reliable solutions. medium.com/h7w/sock-pup...

Social engineering thrives where there is trust, and nowhere is trust more blind than on LinkedIn. This new report reveals how organised crime has weaponised professional networks. medium.com/digital-busi...

‼️New cybercrime research: The Art of Connection‼️ Authored by @londoncity325.bsky.social & @nealysart.bsky.social it explains how organised crime is weaponising LinkedIn, exposes fake profiles, shares real case studies & reveals a live attack happening now! Your move, @linkedin.com #OSINT

🤖 AI in #OSINT offers power but brings risks: hallucinations, weak evidence & bias. Paul & Neal (The Coalition of Cyber Investigators) share strategies to keep integrity intact. www.osint.uk/content/enha...

Active targeting during MediPhantom activity involved intentional, targeted attacks against specific infrastructure and victims. Open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques could significantly enhance the detection efforts. medium.com/@city.paul/m...

Neal Ysart shares how The Coalition of Cyber Investigators tackles OSINT integrity, complex investment fraud, and the rise of AI-driven scams. #digitalforensics

Insurance cyber leaders: must‑read OSINT strategies to prevent/respond to attacks Strong piece by our @coalitionci.bsky.social cofounders @londoncity325.bsky.social & @nealysart.bsky.social via @osint-community.bsky.social - especially relevant after Scattered Spider #OSINT #Cybersecurity

@politico.eu flags HMRC’s tougher AML & the friction for art markets Our view: don’t fight it - outsmart it. Integrate OSINT workflows to your risk & compliance ops - keeps deals fast & clean. Read our beginners guide on how to do it : coalitioncyber.com/using-osint-... #AML #OSINT #ArtMarket

Do we need to address the fundamental challenge that ruins OSINT’s credibility and functional effectiveness before new organisational structures are developed? That challenge is the absence of universally accepted standards that meet the highest standards of evidence. medium.com/@city.paul/t...

In this episode of THEOS Cybernova, Paul Jackson talks with Neal, founder of MacNeal-LCB & Partners Inc. and co-founder of The Coalition of Cyber Investigators, about how digital forensics and intelligence have transformed investigations. Listen here: theos-cyber.com/theos-cybern...

OSINT Cowboys Ride Again: From Chaos to Standards in Intelligence Gathering The Next Chapter in the Professionalisation of Open-Source Intelligence medium.com/@city.paul/o...

Explore the risks of integrating AI into OSINT workflows, from hallucinations to evidentiary limitations, and outline mitigation strategies to preserve analytical integrity. medium.com/@city.paul/e...

The Coalition of Cyber Investigators has just launched the first in our brand new OSINT Cowboys series - a bold, unfiltered look at the honest mistakes that can happen in open-source intelligence investigations. 👉 Read the article now medium.com/@city.paul/o...

Partnership Press Release! open.substack.com/pub/citypaul...

SS7 Surveillance: The UK’s Secret Vulnerability Crisis How an old telecom protocol from decades ago became a surveillance gateway — and why UK authorities might be looking the other way medium.com/h7w/ss7-surv...

OSINT- Related Articles Round Up, 20250721 Source: Brad Snyder medium.com/@snyde21/osi...

OSINT- Related Articles Round Up, 20250718 Source: Brad Snyder medium.com/@snyde21/osi...

Why OSINT, Collaboration, and Early Warning Are Key to Survival in the Ransomware War "Cybercrime is now the fastest-growing form of criminality in the UK." - BBC Panorama. medium.com/@city.paul/b...

Czechia has reported a drop in cybercrime incidents for the first time since the pandemic. But don’t let the numbers fool you — the threat landscape remains complex and ever-evolving. 👉 Read the full article medium.com/osint-ambiti...

Investment Scams: The $6.6 Billion Crisis and How OSINT Can Fight Back - The Scary Truth About Investment Scams in 2024 medium.com/digital-busi...

The Romans mastered the art of building alliances, sharing intelligence, and adapting to new threats, creating a highly effective and resilient empire. The article explores how these ancient approaches can help us break down silos and increase collaboration. medium.com/@city.paul/w...

Thailand is now a hotspot for sophisticated investment scams, with international gangs targeting thousands in 2025. Stay vigilant and learn how to protect yourself. Read more in this in-depth Medium article. medium.com/@city.paul/t...

BREAKING: "BaitTrap" operation uses 17,000+ fake news sites (mimicking CNN, BBC) to steal millions through investment fraud → Fake articles → Fraudulent trading platforms → 50+ countries affected → $5.7B lost in the US alone (2024) How to spot & avoid: medium.com/@city.paul/b...

Boiler room investment frauds have evolved beyond old-school cold calls and a conman's silver tongue. This article dissects the criminal methodology behind these scams, from the initial approach and psychological manipulation to the sophisticated technology. coalitioncyber.com/boiler-room-...

Elevating Cybercrime Investigation Invaluable resource for OSINT, cybercrime and digital forensics professionals. A comprehensive library of articles and insights is authoured by some of the industry’s most respected experts. medium.com/osint-ambiti...

QUISHING INVESTIGATION EXPOSED How digital detectives used cutting-edge OSINT techniques to uncover a £3.5 million fake parking QR code scam network across the UK. Read the full investigation into how OSINT fights against digital crime. publication.osintambition.org/how-osint-in...

How Iran and Israel Are Weaponising Fake Videos in Military Conflict Both nations' leaders and media outlets are flooding social media with AI-generated propaganda videos, some of which are so hastily shared that they still contain visible watermarks. medium.com/@city.paul/a...

How Criminal Syndicates Are Getting Filipinos to Scam Their Countrymen A promising job opportunity abroad can quickly turn into a human trafficking nightmare. The deeper dive reveals more about how sophisticated criminal syndicates. Read the full article 👇 medium.com/digital-busi...