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open-source intelligence

American  
[oh-puhn-sawrs in-tel-i-juhns] / ˈoʊ pənˌsɔrs ɪnˈtɛl ɪ dʒəns /
Or OSINT

noun

  1. intelligence arrived at by gathering and analyzing information that is publicly available on a particular matter of interest.


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Citing open-source intelligence and government officials, several news outlets have concluded that the strike in Minab most likely was carried out by the United States.

From Salon Mar. 11, 2026

Brady Africk, an open-source intelligence researcher, noted an "increase in manipulated satellite imagery" appearing on social media in the wake of major events including the Middle East war.

From Barron's Mar. 9, 2026

She specializes in data-driven reporting, interactive visualization and analysis of open-source intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 4, 2026

However, open-source intelligence maps suggest Moscow's troops are probably occupying large areas of Pokrovsk.

From BBC Nov. 5, 2025

However, AP’s assessment is supported by a range of experts with specialties in open-source intelligence, geolocation and rocketry.

From Seattle Times Oct. 20, 2023

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