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bespoke OSINT FOR DUE DILIGENCE training

COURSE DETAILS

We designed a course addressed to professionals working in due diligence, compliance and related fields. The course is held by a former China head of research of a large multinational corporate research firm.
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The course begins with a presentation of the field of open source intelligence and the availability of online information in various jurisdictions across the world, with a focus on the target jurisdictions the client is interested in. From there, we provide detailed instructions for setting up research infrastructure that is optimized for data collection, analysis and preservation. Next, we will be introducing key research tools and techniques. Lastly, we will discuss about data analysis and report writing.

The course will be delivered virtually, over four 3.5 hour sessions. All our trainings are customized, and the outline below will be tailored to meet the client's requirements (in terms of jurisdiction of focus, tools of interest, reporting format etc.)

COURSE OUTLINE

Introduction and Infrastructure

Introduction to Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Public data available in various jurisdictions around the globe
Setting up research infrastructure
- Laptop
- Mobile phone and SIM cards
- VPN software
- Browser settings and add-ons
- Password manager
- Translation software
- Data preservation software
Setting up annonymous research accounts on social media
Custom bookmarks management system

At the end of Day 1, the participants will understand what is needed in order to conduct online research in a safe environment, keeping in mind operational security and issues around preservation of information.

Main Open Source (OSINT) Databases

Corporate records
Land registries
Litigation records
Regulatory databases (sanctions, fines, penalties)
Adverse media screening
Public company disclosures
Government databases
Intellectual property databases
Procurement databases
Gazettes and VAT databases
Databases for assets (art, watercraft, aircraft, vehicles)
Books, newspapers, archives
Leaks and breaches
People search engines

At the end of Day 2, the participants will have a clear understanding about the main public databases available and the extent of the public information that can be obtained via open source intelligence (OSINT) research.

Main Investigative Techniques

Investigate e-mail addresses
Look up phone numbers
Find profiles on instant messaging apps
Gather data on social media
Pivot on online usernames
Analyze Internet domains and company websites
Use public satellite imagery for context
Reverse image searches
Image and video investigations

At the end of Day 3, the participants will be able to pivot off various data points and perform more complex data collection techniques using free and paid tools.

Research Automation & Report Writing

Building your own tools
Automating data collection
Designing report templates
Preserving research data
Training new hires
Staying updated with latest developments in OSINT

At the end of Day 4, the participants will be familiar with how technology can be used to automate part of the research process and will understand the importance of report writing and templates.

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