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Trust me, I'm an algorithm: Why trust is vital to successful implementation of AI for investigators

Stuart Clarke explores how we can build trust with AI, ensuring security, and mitigating bias to unlock its full potential.

By Stuart Clarke

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The Language of Investigation: How LLMs and GenAI can support OSINT

Discover how Large Language Models and Generative AI revolutionise investigations by enhancing data analysis, reporting, and decision-making in OSINT.

By Stuart Clarke

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It starts with automation: Understanding agentic AI's role in OSINT

Stuart Clarke explores the role of agentic AI in OSINT investigations.

By Stuart Clarke

From Military Intelligence to OSINT Expert with Matthias Wilson

From Military Intelligence to OSINT Expert with Matthias Wilson

Matthias Wilson, Intelligence Trainer and Consultant in the OSINT industry, joins us on the latest episode of From the Source—The Blackdot Podcast....

By Rebecca Lindley

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Testing the boundaries of OSINT technology: The journey to automation

In my early career, I was fortunate enough to call myself an investigator. Drawn to the concept of pulling on threads and mapping out networks, I...

By Stuart Clarke

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2025 National Risk Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing: What are the opportunities for OSINT?

In the same week as Barclays received a £42 million fine for failure to manage money laundering risks, HM Treasury and the UK Home Office released...

By Rebecca Lindley