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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · 1d

📰 Our October Newsletter is Live!

Explore anonymity, ethics, and investigation.

Inside:

🎭 Digital Masquerade

🧰 6 OSINT Tools

✍️ New Course: Analytical Writing

🕵️‍♀️ OSINT Challenge: Flight Delay

📖 Read: mailchi.mp/38a327014c5c...

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · 4d

🖋️ A great analyst can uncover powerful intelligence — but if the message isn’t clear, the impact is lost.

TII is developing Analytical Writing Skills for Intelligence Professionals to close that gap.

🔗 Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/the-writin...

#OSINT #IntelligenceWriting #SOCMINT

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · 6d

🔍 Behind every file lies a hidden witness — #Metadata.

It’s the hidden layer that reveals who, what, when, and where.

Learn how to find and interpret it using free online tools, ethically and responsibly.

👉 Read more → toddingtonint.substack.com/p/unlocking-...

#OSINT #DigitalInvestigation

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · 12d

🕵️‍♀️ Behind every search box lies a toolkit — the key is knowing how to use it.

🔍 Advanced Google search isn’t about tricks; it’s about clarity, precision & ethical craft.

✅ Learn how #investigators find what others miss.

🔗 Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/digital-sl...

#OSINT #SOCMINT

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · 14d

🌟 Mastering Clarity isn’t about seeing more — it’s about seeing without distortion.

Break free from the echo chamber effect and learn how confidence and discernment sharpen every investigation.

Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/mastering-...

#OSINT #CriticalThinking #Investigations

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · 20d

🕵️‍♀️ #OSINT never sleeps. New tools & threats surface every week. The right newsletter keeps you sharp, updated & ahead of the curve.

We’ve curated a list of trusted picks including our very own at Toddington International.

👉 Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/the-invest...

#Investigations

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · 26d

🔎 10 Free Tools for Investigating Emails & Usernames

An email address or a username can unlock hidden accounts, domains, and digital trails.

Here are 10 FREE tools every investigator should know 👇

Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/10-essenti...

#OSINT #OSINTTools #Investigations

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Sep 18

🎯 New OSINT Challenge: Sacred Secrets — The Divine Doorway Dilemma

📸 Identify the holy place from a photo

🌍 GPS, address, phone #

🛠️ Show your method

🏆 Win a course license or workshop seat

⏳ Deadline: Sept 30, 2025

Full details in our September Newsletter:
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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Sep 16

🚨 Limited-Time: Toddington’s flagship internet #research course is 20% off!

💻 Go beyond Google with professional #OSINT skills.

🛡️ Learn to search smarter, analyze better, and stay safe online.

⏳ Ends Oct 15, 2025 — Save $100 today.

Learn more: www.toddington.com/product/101e...

#Investigation

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Sep 11

🕸️ #OSINT is best done with others.

The real strength of investigators comes from their connections.

We’ve curated a list of Discord, Reddit, and LinkedIn groups where you can sharpen your skills and grow!

👉 Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/the-web-of...

#IntelligenceCommunity #OpenSource

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Sep 9

🔎 The #DarkWeb is where stolen data, leaks and threats often surface first.

For many investigators, it feels intimidating—but with the right tools and mindset, it’s just another searchable layer of the web.

Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/demystifyi...

#OSINT #SOCMINT #Investigations

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Sep 4

🕵️‍♀️ Your browser is your OSINT command center.

We picked the Top 10 browser extensions (5 Firefox, 5 Chromium) based on popularity, investigative utility & time-savings.

🔗 Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/browser-po...

#OSINT #SOCMINT #Investigations

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Sep 2

👩‍💻 The #OSINT Framework can feel overwhelming at first glance.

Here’s how to use it:

✅ Start with a clear question
✅ Stick to one branch at a time
✅ Test one tool, take notes, and verify

It’s not a wall of links — it’s your map from clue to clarity.

Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-o...

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 28

🚀 Grok AI promised truth, humor & real-time insights from X…

⚠️ But it also faces serious limitations and risks — from misinformation to biased outputs.

🔍 Can we use Grok responsibly?

📖 Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/groks-...

#OSINT #AIethics #GrokAI

Grok’s Rise and Limitations: Can We Use It Responsibly?

In the race to dominate the AI landscape, Elon Musk’s Grok AI has quickly become one of the most talked-about tools. Marketed as the “truth-seeking” chatbot that dares to answer what others won’t, Gro...

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 26

Are you ready for the new era of OSINT? 🌐

Disinformation, AI-driven search, deepfakes, and infoxication are reshaping how we investigate.

We’re offering 2 opportunities this fall to explore what it takes to move from infoxication → insight.

Read more 👉 toddingtonint.substack.com/p/are-you-re...

Are You Ready for the New Era of OSINT?

From Infoxication to Insight: Rethinking How We Do OSINT

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 22

🔐 Strong investigations start with stronger security... why your first subject should always be yourself.

🔐 #OPSEC isn’t paranoia—it’s professional hygiene.

🚫 Don’t let digital traces compromise your safety or your case.

Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/your-f...

#OSINT #Privacy #Investigate

Your First Investigation Should Be Yourself: OPSEC for Online Investigators

In digital investigations, the greatest risk isn’t always the subject—it’s you. Operational Security (OPSEC) isn’t paranoia; it’s professional hygiene.

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 20

OSINT thrives on authentic info.

Reddit’s new Reddit Answers tool cuts through SEO clutter, pulling real discussions into concise summaries—helping investigators spot patterns + insights faster. 🚀

📖 Read more: www.makeuseof.com/reddit-featu...

#OSINT #Research #Reddit

This Little-Known Reddit Feature Is Actually Better Than Google Search

Out-Googling Google—on Reddit.

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 14

🔍 Up for an OSINT challenge?

Our latest Open Source Challenge is in the August 2025 TII Newsletter 🕵️‍♂️

📬 Read: mailchi.mp/2c7f952eca84...

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#OSINT #OSINTChallenge #TII #Investigations

Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 14

🕵️‍♂️ In a world of fake news, deepfakes & AI-generated lies, OSINT is the frontline defense.

From verifying media to exposing influence ops—truth takes skill, ethics & vigilance

Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/uncove...

#OSINT #Disinformation #FactCheck #CyberSecurity #Investigation

Uncovering the Truth: OSINT in the Era of Disinformation

In a time when falsehoods travel faster than facts, the practice of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) faces unprecedented challenges. From fabricated news and digitally manipulated media to coordinated...

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 12

🕵️‍♀️ SOCMINT is key to revealing covert digital campaigns.

In 2024, ~200 fake accounts tied to Uganda’s GCIC were unmasked by BBC investigators. Pattern analysis & image verification revealed the truth.

Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/unmask...

#OSINT #DigitalForensics #Disinformation #SOCMINT

Unmasking Uganda’s Online Propaganda Network Through SOCMINT

In the battle to protect information integrity, Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) plays a pivotal role in uncovering hidden digital campaigns. From political disinformation to coordinated harassment, i...

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Aug 8

🚫 Done with Chrome’s clutter, tracking & memory drain?

🔥 Try ZEN BROWSER — based on Firefox — with vertical tabs, no trackers, built-in adblock, deep customization & lightning-fast performance.

📖 www.makeuseof.com/delete-your-...

#Privacy #Tech #Firefox

Delete Your Browser Now and Switch to This One Instead

Tired of Chrome's cluttered interface and privacy concerns? This alternative browser offers a streamlined experience without sacrificing speed or customization.

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Jul 31

👤 In a world of constant tracking, #OSINT investigators must walk the ethical line.

🧭 Learn how to approach surveillance culture with care — and where public data stops being fair game.

📚 Case study + practical tools included.

📖 Read more:
www.linkedin.com/pulse/ethics...

#EthicalInvestigations

🕵️‍♀️ The Ethics of Watching: OSINT, Consent & Surveillance Culture

How Far Is Too Far in the World of Open-Source Investigations? In the digital age, surveillance is no longer confined to government agencies or spy thrillers — it’s embedded in everyday life. From soc...

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Jul 29

🕵️‍♂️ The Vanishing Subject

Tracking online identities is harder than ever — but OSINT tradecraft is evolving.

🛠️ In this post:

Tools to mitigate identity obfuscation
Case study
Actionable strategies

📚 For investigators & analysts

📖 Read more: toddingtonint.substack.com/p/the-vanish...

#OSINT

🔍 The Vanishing Subject: Challenges in Tracking Online Identities

How Modern OSINT Investigators Are Adapting to a New Era of Disappearing Digital Clues

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Jul 24

🕵️‍♂️ We’ve curated a powerful toolkit to support ethical, court-admissible online investigations:

🔗 Maltego
🧭 Hunchly
📚 Zotero
🌐 HTTrack
🛰️ Open Visual Traceroute
🖼️ ExifTool

📖 Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/tiis-t...

#OSINT #TII #DigitalIntel #SOCMINT #OnlineInvstigations

🕵️‍♂️ TII’s Top OSINT Tools for 2025: Our Must-Have Picks for Investigators

In today’s data-saturated world, the right tools can dramatically enhance the speed, depth, and accuracy of online investigations. Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) professionals depend on reliable, se...

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Toddington International Inc. @toddingtonint.bsky.social · Jul 22

Level up your international #OSINT game!

Skopenow’s guide covers name variants, refining from broad to laser‑focused searches, evolving keywords, and thinking culturally global. Essential reading for digital investigators.

📖 Learn more: www.skopenow.com/news/interna...

#Investigations #SOCMINT

Mastering International Investigations: A Field Guide for OSINT Practitioners

Discover how to enhance international investigations by mastering global naming conventions, location nuances, and entity resolution strategies.

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