This workshop is a beginning & advanced social media course and a beginning course in verification, taking place November -10 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM CET (Amsterdam)/ 04:00 AM to 08:00 AM EST (New York), covering the following topics:
Introduction to open source investigation
Creative search fundamentals
How to conduct (nearly) traceless and anonymous/pseudonymous research
Beginning & advanced verification topics, including:
-Verification of user-generated materials
-Intuitive reverse search techniques in digital investigations
-Geolocation of visual materials
Beginning & advanced social media topics, including:
-Fundamental techniques and creative search strategies on individuals & groups
-Platform-specific tutorials, including 4chan/8kun, Telegram, and other services
-Tracking transportation services (e.g. naval vessels, aircraft) for investigations