Videos tagged with OSINT

This video, presented by former CIA officer Jason Hanson, details the meticulous intelligence gathering process for high-value target operations. It covers establishing a target's 'Pattern of Life' (POL) through comprehensive data collection on daily routines, social networks, and personal details, followed by verification and asset recruitment before mission execution.

This video, featuring Baron Coleman of Paramount Tactical, critically examines the reliability of Google Trends data. Coleman, drawing on his background in tactical and intelligence operations, argues that Google Trends is not a historical record due to its volatile, relative, and continuously recalculated nature. He emphasizes that sophisticated actors utilize more powerful search tools for genuine open-source intelligence gathering, rendering Google Trends unsuitable for investigative purposes.

This video discusses the growing concern around AI threat detection systems and their potential to target individuals, specifically mentioning preppers. While the announcement of GIDEON is a catalyst, the core message is that such AI surveillance is already in use, leveraging social networks and affiliations to identify potential threats. The video also promotes the MagicPrepper website and the Task Force 70 Foundation, a non-profit focused on constitutional law enforcement training.

This episode of Shawn Ryan Show delves into advanced facial recognition technology, showcasing its ability to identify individuals from untagged online photos. The demonstration highlights how the software analyzes 120 facial points to match images, even in large crowds. It emphasizes the power of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools for investigations, drawing parallels to CSI-level capabilities.

This video explores the impressive geolocation skills of Trevor Rainbolt, a GeoGuessr expert, and discusses their potential application within intelligence agencies like the CIA. Host Jason Hanson, a former CIA officer, highlights how Rainbolt uses visual cues from Google Street View to pinpoint locations rapidly. The discussion also touches upon the significant privacy implications of such advanced tracking capabilities in the digital age.