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Explore our blog for expert analysis, industry trends, and best practices in open-source intelligence and social media investigations. Our team shares their tips, tricks, and perspectives on uncovering critical digital evidence, staying ahead of emerging threats, and leveraging social media investigations for legal and corporate cases.


What Social Media Says - Even When You’re Not Supposed to Be Talking
As investigative reporters, we’re trained to observe the details others miss. As social media investigators, we know that silence doesn't always mean inactivity, especially when it comes to jurors. At Social Slooth , we offer ongoing monitoring of empaneled jurors, litigants, witnesses, and other critical figures during a case. Why? Because courtroom rules don’t always translate into digital compliance. In a recent monitoring assignment, we were asked to keep an eye on

Colin Piazza
Mar 42 min read


The Analyst’s Edge: Strengthening Jury Research with Intelligence Techniques
When people think about jury research, they often imagine demographic profiling, pre-trial surveys, or social media scans. But there’s an often-overlooked discipline that offers powerful tools and insights: intelligence analysis. At Social Slooth, where we merge open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques with legal strategy, we’ve found that applying intelligence frameworks to jury research leads to sharper insights, more reliable profiles, and ultimately smarter trial str

Colin Piazza
Aug 5, 20252 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 Insider projects the OSINT market to grow from USD 8.94 billion in 2023 to a staggering USD 62.99 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.28%. This explosive growth is being fueled by the increasing demand for real-time data analysis to bolster cybersecurity, enhance business intelligence, and support decision-maki

Colin Piazza
Feb 12, 20251 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 and law firms invest heavily in legal strategy, jury research, and expert testimony, one key resource remains underutilized: private investigators (PIs). These professionals are the legal industry’s best-kept secret, providing critical intelligence that strengthens cases, uncovers hidden risks, and delivers game-changing evidence. Why Trial C

Colin Piazza
Feb 6, 20252 min read


Social Media's Role in Hyperlitigation: A New Frontier in Legal Investigations
The Digital Revolution in Legal Intelligence In today's interconnected world, every lawsuit tells two stories: one in the courtroom and another online. Social media investigations have become essential in addressing hyperlitigation —the phenomenon of serial lawsuit filing that increasingly burdens our legal system. Understanding the Psychology Through Digital Behavior Research from the Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law reveals distinct patterns amon

Colin Piazza
Feb 4, 20252 min read
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