The Weekly OSINT Newsletter (#99)

The latest tradecraft tips, exclusive jobs, and industry news.

📣 Hey there, OSINT community! We're thrilled to bring you the 99th issue of our weekly newsletter. That's right—99 weeks of no breaks, no hiatus. We've been consistently providing you with the latest tradecraft tips, exclusive jobs,and industry news. Why? Because our mission is to empower you, the OSINT professionals, and connect you with organizations worldwide. Now, let's dive right into what this issue has in store for you.

🎉 Special Announcement: We've got something big planned for next week to celebrate our 100th issue. Stay tuned for a special giveaway you won't want to miss!

In This Issue:

1. Geolocation Masterclass: We've curated multiple, in-depth resources and tutorials to enhance your geolocation skills.

2. Working with files: A deep dive into Google’s filetype search operator - how to use it and what kind of information you may discover

3. WhatsApp resources: Discover various OSINT tools for WhatsApp

4. Snapchat Tip: A new browser update allows you to view more info about a user

5. New Tools Alert: Two fresh tools are about to hit the OSINT world—one for geolocation and another dedicated OSINT capture software.

6. CIA Telegram/Twitter “Hack”: What happened and how it was discovered

7. Additionally, we've got a plethora of tradecraft tips, global industry news, and job opportunities from across the globe!

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Until next week,
The OSINT-Jobs Team 🚀

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1. OSINT Tradecraft Tips

Weekly insights from the web, handpicked and honed by experts.

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Insight on Google’s Filetype Search Operator:

A recently published blog post by Sofia Santos dives into the utility of Google’s `filetype` search operator for specialized query results. Learn about different filetypes and how to use it to maximise your data collection. The blog post showcases various and very interesting examples.

All in all, the filetype operator is a powerful technique to uncover information that’s not readily available on a web page but buried in files. It is important to not only utilize these operators but also to employ multiple search engines for a comprehensive data collection.

Snapchat Browser Update for Enhanced User Info:

Shared by OSINT Combine, Snapchat's latest browser update now allows for increased visibility into user information.

By using snapchat.com/add/<username>, you can verify the existence of accounts and potentially view profile pictures, stories, actual names, and links to other social media. The level of available information may vary depending on user settings.

Insightful Blog Post by Flashpoint: Multifaceted Examination of the Israel-Hamas Conflict:

Flashpoint's recent blog post provides a comprehensive dissection of the Israel-Hamas war. It begins by laying out a chronological timeline of events and delves into the intricate history of Israel-Gaza relations.

The blog identifies principal militant and terrorist organizations active in the conflict while also discussing the critical role of OSINT and Telegram in the digital landscape of the war. Furthermore, it touches upon the emerging trends of hacktivism in this context. Highly informative for those seeking to understand the complex layers of the Israel-Hamas war.

Zapier's Insight on Ergonomic Desk Setup—A Must-Read for OSINT Analysts

While the focus often remains on tools, techniques, and case studies, Zapier's latest blog post addresses a subject rarely discussed but of immense importance—creating an ergonomic desk setup. For OSINT analysts, who spend countless hours glued to computer screens, an ergonomic workspace is not just a luxury but a necessity.

Ignoring this critical aspect can lead to detrimental physical consequences over time. Zapier offers invaluable tips on organizing your workspace in a way that prioritizes both comfort and functionality. Don't overlook this; your well-being is crucial for sustained performance in OSINT tasks.

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