OSINT Hub

CENTRIC open source intelligence hub

The CENTRIC Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Hub combines our OSINT expertise and services under a single banner. The OSINT Hub provides a focal point for CENTRIC's engagement in internet intelligence and investigation (III). The OSINT Hub supports OSINT investigations by developing data capture tools, automated technologies and analytical processes, such as the CENTRIC OSINT Platform (COP). The OSINT Hub also provides OSINT expertise to law enforcement through training courses, expert advice and consultancy.

Further Information

COP - CENTRIC OSINT Platform

Publications

Bayerl, P., Akhgar, B., Raven, A., Gibson, H., & Day, T. (2022). Future Challenges and Requirements for Open Source Intelligence in Law Enforcement Investigations: Results From a Horizon Scanning Exercise. European Law Enforcement Research Bulletin, 22, 21-38.
Akhgar, B., & Wells, D. (2018). Critical Success Factors for OSINT-Driven Situational Awareness. European Law Enforcement Research Bulletin, (4 SCE), 67-74.
Wells, D., & Gibson, H. (2017). OSINT from a UK perspective: considerations from the law enforcement and military domains. In: Proceedings Estonian Academy of Security Sciences, 16 : From Research to Security Union. Estonian Academy of Security Sciences, 84-113.
Gibson, H., Ramwell, S., & Day, T. (2017). Analysis, interpretation and validation of open source data. In: Open Source Intelligence Investigation. (pp. 95-110). Springer, Cham.
Sampson, F. (2017). Following the breadcrumbs: Using Open Source Intelligence as evidence in Criminal proceedings. In: Open Source Intelligence Investigation. (pp. 295-304). Springer, Cham.