Open Source Investigations

Open Source Investigations involve gathering and analyzing publicly available information—such as social media, news articles, official records, and online content—to uncover facts, verify claims, or illuminate issues. Professionals use these methods to investigate for journalism, research, or fact-checking, relying on transparency and accessible sources rather than private or confidential data. This approach fosters accountability, supports evidence-based conclusions, and leverages the vast amount of information available openly online to make informed assessments without intrusive methods.