30-31 Jul 2026
(next run: 26-27 Nov 2026)
course - SPYCRAFT (basic)
SPYCRAFT (Basic): OSINT for Investigators
A 2-day hands-on workshop teaching practical OSINT techniques to collect, verify, identify and locate people and organisations, and develop actionable investigative leads for investigations, due diligence and compliance
SCHEDULE
| DATE: |
TIME: 9am - 5pm |
| LOCATION: Amara Singapore |
| Normal (from 10 Jul 2026) |
Early bird (by 9 Jul 2026) |
Group of ≥3 (by 9 Jul 2026) |
| S$1,977.00 |
S$1,733.00 |
S$1,597.00 |
OVERVIEW
The internet has become one of the most valuable sources of investigative intelligence. Publicly available information can complement traditional investigative methods by helping investigators verify information, identify people and organisations, develop investigative leads, and uncover relevant relationships.
The challenge is volume. Relevant information is scattered across countless online sources, making it difficult to know where to look, what to trust and how to connect fragmented information. Practical Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques provide investigators with a structured approach to locating, verifying and analysing publicly available information as part of the investigative process.
SPYCRAFT (Basic) develops that capability through realistic examples and practical exercises. Designed for operational investigators and intelligence practitioners rather than technical cybersecurity specialists, the workshop equips participants to integrate OSINT into investigations, intelligence development, due diligence and compliance work. No cybersecurity background is required.
Why This Workshop Is Different?
Many OSINT programmes are designed for technical cybersecurity or threat intelligence roles.
SPYCRAFT (Basic) is designed for investigators and intelligence practitioners who need practical OSINT techniques to identify, locate and profile people of interest using publicly available information in support of investigations, intelligence development, due diligence and compliance work.
Rather than focusing on technical tools alone, the workshop emphasises structured investigative tradecraft — helping participants verify information, uncover relevant relationships, develop investigative leads and preserve online findings for investigative use.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This open-source intelligence training teaches participants how to gather information on people and companies available on the internet (including social media intelligence). Anyone involved in the following job function will find this course highly beneficial:
Law enforcement
Investigation
Scam & Fraud investigation
Criminal investigation
Regulation
Intelligence
Research & Analysts
Internal investigation
Talent Recruitment
Compliance management
Security screening
Probation assessment
BRIEF PROGRAM OUTLINE
Through real case examples and exercises, participants will learn how to identify people and organisations, develop investigative leads, support due diligence efforts, and conduct online inquiries more effectively.
Pre-requisite:
- As this is a basic course, no prior OSINT experience is needed.
- If you use a computer for work, the minimum requirement is met.
- Bring a laptop that can connect to the internet (Tablets are not suitable).
Surface Web & Social Media Intelligence
Anonymity, Principles, and infrastructure in DarkWeb, Messengers, Social Networks and Surface Internet
OSINT basics and instruments: search engines, social networks, open-source tools, social media, cached pages, etc.
Solving OSINT tasks: geolocation, real identity, fraudulent activity of the suspect, etc.
Enriching the contact details: emails, phone numbers, usernames, payment details
Digital Profiling & DarkWeb Fundamentals
Preserving OSINT findings as digital evidence applicable in the court
Building the digital profile of a suspect: bio, education, location, interests, close friends, colleagues, etc.
Network Infrastructure analysis: domain registrars, hosting providers, web hosting
DarkWeb basics and search capabilities
Cryptocurrency transactions analysis
WHY LEARN OSINT FROM A CYBER INVESTIGATION PRACTITIONER?
Knowing where to search is only part of effective OSINT. Knowing what is relevant, reliable and worth pursuing is what advances an investigation.
This workshop is taught by a practitioner with real operational experience investigating cybercrime at the national, regional and international levels.
Participants will learn practical tradecraft to collect and verify publicly available information, uncover hidden relationships, identify misleading information and preserve online findings to support investigations, intelligence development, due diligence and compliance work.
FAQ ABOUT SPYCRAFT (BASIC) WORKSHOP
Q1: Do I need technical or IT skills to attend?
No. SPYCRAFT (Basic) is designed for non-technical investigators. If you use a computer for work, you meet the minimum requirement. The only equipment you need is a laptop that can connect to the internet. Tablets are not suitable.
Q2: Do I need prior OSINT experience?
No. This is an foundational course. It is designed for participants who are new to OSINT or who have used OSINT informally without a structured framework. No prior experience is required.
Q3: How is this different from a cybersecurity or IT security course?
Cybersecurity courses focus on protecting systems from attack. This course focuses on gathering intelligence — identifying people and organisations using publicly available online sources. The audience and skillset are entirely different.
Q4: What will I actually be able to do after attending?
You will be able to identify individuals from fragmented digital information, build suspect profiles, trace online relationships, investigate anonymously, and preserve your findings as digital evidence. These are practical skills you can apply immediately on return to work.
Q5: Are the case examples and tools current?
Yes. SPYCRAFT (Basic) is reviewed before each run to keep examples, tools, and techniques current. OSINT environments change rapidly — platforms update, anonymity methods shift, and investigative opportunities evolve. The course is updated accordingly.
Q6: How is this different from searching on Google?
Professional OSINT involves structured information gathering, verification, analysis and documentation across multiple sources. The workshop focuses on investigative methodology rather than simple online searching.
Q7: Is this course suitable for compliance, HR, or audit professionals?
Yes. Compliance officers conducting due diligence, HR professionals handling background screening or staff misconduct cases, and internal auditors investigating irregularities will find the techniques directly applicable.
Q8: Is this course suitable for someone seeking a career in OSINT or cybersecurity?
No.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Identify individuals and organisations from fragmented digital traces
Search open-source platforms, social media, and databases effectively
Build actionable digital profiles of subjects under investigation
Trace online relationships, aliases, and hidden connections
Preserve OSINT findings as admissible digital evidence
Analyse domain registrars, hosting providers, and network infrastructure
Understand DarkWeb search capabilities and cryptocurrency transaction trails
Apply structured OSINT tradecraft to real investigative scenarios
Assess the credibility and reliability of online information
Investigate anonymously without exposing your identity or operation