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Legal Tech Is on Fire - And AI Is Fueling the Growth
AI is dominating headlines in the legal sector, and for good reason. In the past two weeks, two major AI-driven legal tech startups...

Gina Brynildsen
May 222 min read


ChatGPT Can Now Think With Images. Here’s Why That Matters For Your Investigations.
When I first started combining computer science with OSINT work, everything was text-based. If I wanted to analyze a bunch of user...

Noah Britt
May 145 min read


The Evolution of Digital Evidence: How Courts' Acceptance of Social Media Has Changed Legal Strategy
When social media first entered courtrooms in the early 2000s, judges approached digital evidence with extreme caution. Today, that same...

Jamie Walker
May 83 min read


March Madness and the Law: The Legal Game Behind the Game
March Madness isn’t just about buzzer-beaters, Cinderella stories, and office bracket pools—it’s also a legal powerhouse. From sports...

Vicki Maran
Mar 214 min read


Social Media Trends 2025: What They Mean for Jury Research & Investigations
Social media is evolving faster than ever, and as someone who specializes in jury research and OSINT investigations, these shifts aren’t...

Heather Hernandi
Mar 62 min read


Knowledge Graphs – The Missing Piece in a Trial Team’s Arsenal
Any trial consultant or lawyer knows that every juror is different. We all have various experiences and interactions that shape our view...

Noah Britt
Feb 283 min read


The Evolution of Intelligence Analysis in the Digital Age
In a world driven by data, the field of intelligence analysis has undergone a transformative evolution. Modern investigators are no...

Heather Hernandi
Feb 241 min read


The Role of OSINT in Jury Selection: Leveraging Digital Footprints
In today's digital age, jurors leave behind extensive online footprints that can provide valuable insights into their biases,...

Heather Hernandi
Feb 212 min read


The Future of OSINT: A new report from SNS Insider
The future of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) is here, and its trajectory is nothing short of extraordinary. A recent report by SNS...

Heather Hernandi
Feb 121 min read


Legal Tech Tools Every Litigator Should Be Using in 2025
Litigation is no longer just about legal expertise—it’s about efficiency, strategy, and technology. In 2025, if you’re not leveraging the...
Social Slooth Research Team
Feb 122 min read


Private Investigators: The Legal Industry’s Best-Kept Secret
In high-stakes litigation, the difference between winning and losing often comes down to one thing—information. While trial consultants...

Shanea Brodhacker
Feb 62 min read


The Top Legal Conferences to Attend in 2025
In the fast-evolving legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is not just an advantage but a necessity. Whether you are a seasoned...

Shanea Brodhacker
Feb 42 min read


4 Proven Ways to Locate Court Records across the U.S.
Court records are crucial resources for understanding legal cases, decisions, and court proceedings. While a single nationwide database...

Vicki Maran
Jan 272 min read


Breaking Down the INTs: A Beginner’s Guide to Intelligence Disciplines
What Are the INTs? Ever wonder how governments uncover threats, businesses track competitors, or law enforcement catches suspects? The...

Heather Hernandi
Jan 213 min read
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