FAQ | OSINTIFY

Frequently Asked Questions

General Event Information

What is OSINTIFYcon?

OSINTIFYcon is the first international conference entirely focused on Open Source Intelligence (OSINT).

What is the global market size for OSINT?

The global OSINT market size was $5.4 billion in 2021.

Where is the venue for OSINTIFYcon 2025?

It will be held at The Intercontinental in Mauritius. an exceptional destination where Mauritian hospitality meets luxury, situated on Balaclava Beach.

Who are the speakers at the conference?

The speakers include some of the world’s top OSINT trainers and analysts. From Bellingcat and former OCCRP to law enforcement instructors, we’ve brought together the very best in the field.

When is OSINTIFYcon 2025 taking place?

The event will be held on September 23, 24, and 25, 2025.

Audience and Networking

Who is the primary audience for OSINTIFYcon?

It is a must-attend event for anyone whose work touches on investigation, risk, or digital environments.

What types of law enforcement and security professionals attend?

Cybercrime and law enforcement units as well as security and compliance officers are key attendees.

Which specific sectors are invited to attend?

Professionals from banking, insurance, cybersecurity, and investigations are personally invited.

Are journalists part of the audience?

Yes, investigative journalists and verification specialists will be present.

Will there be vendors pitching products at the event?

No, attendees “will not waste time with vendors pitching products”.

What makes the OSINTIFYcon audience unique?

The audience is curated, ensuring that “every conversation matters”.

What kind of decision-makers can I expect to meet?

Executive-level decision-makers—including CISOs, CTOs, CCOs, and CEOs—will be in attendance, alongside government officials.

What is the emphasis of the event’s gathering?

The emphasis is on depth, relevance, and cross-sector collaboration, not merely scale.

Conference Sessions

What are the dates for the main conference sessions?

The main conference will be held on September 24–25, 2025.

What kind of content can I expect from speakers?

Speakers share “real cases not PowerPoint theories” and focus on actionable intelligence.

What other key themes are covered in the program?

The program covers a wide range of key themes, including maritime and geospatial tracking, compliance and KYC, social media verification, operational security, and corporate mapping. It also features dedicated sessions on the Dark Web, corporate structure and offshore networks, as well as multiple discussions on AI—addressing both its risks and its impact on OSINT. Presentations include the use of next-gen tools like ChatGPT for OSINT 2.0 and practical demonstrations of tools like Maltego for social network intelligence.

Are live tool demonstrations included in sessions?

Yes, live tool demonstrations and use-case breakdowns form a core part of the content.

Are there sessions on cryptocurrency?

Cryptocurrency tracing & forensic methods are covered.

Will the conference cover advanced topics in OSINT such as OPSEC, threat intelligence, and geospatial analysis?

Yes, the conference will feature expert presentations on advanced OPSEC for OSINT professionals, operational threat intelligence for cyber resilience, and geospatial intelligence techniques to uncover international crime networks.

Will the conference cover advanced investigative techniques in maritime and plane tracking?

Yes, the conference will feature advanced investigative techniques in maritime and aircraft tracking, including sessions on tracing illicit ship and plane movements, integrating drone intelligence, and using sanctions databases and offshore network analysis for financial investigations.

Training Sessions

When are the training sessions held?

They are compact technical workshops of 4 hours each designed to strengthen investigative practice.

Which specific tools are used in the training?

Participants get direct application of tools like Maltego and Social Links, Elephantastic or Forensics Osint

What type of training is offered?

Yes, they are live, instructor-led virtual workshops delivered by field practitioners.

Do participants receive a certificate for completing training?

Yes, a certificate of completion is awarded for each session.

Are the workshops live and instructor-led?

Training covers topics like dark web research, real-time social media analysis, AI-driven investigations, geolocation techniques and much more.

What types of experts deliver the training sessions?

Trainers include OSINT specialists, threat intelligence analysts, and investigative journalists from organizations like BBC Verify and Osintify, as well as official trainers for law enforcement.