OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) refers to the collection and analysis of information gathered from publicly available sources.
In the context of fraud investigation, OSINT enables analysts to verify identities, detect patterns, and uncover relationships. Captain IV automates this process by querying 40+ global databases simultaneously across multiple categories.
All sources are publicly accessible. No hacking or unauthorized access.
Cross-reference data across multiple sources to confirm accuracy.
Raw data is meaningless without context. Captain IV applies SOP logic.
Zero data retention. Investigations are ephemeral.
Captain IV leverages a curated repository of regional OSINT databases spanning North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East, organized into four main categories.
OSINT Query Categories:
• IDENTITY & SOCIAL: Google name search, name + location context, social media scan (LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram), Google Maps address verification, link analysis (name + related person)
• CORPORATE: LinkedIn employment verification, general corporate check (name + company), business registry searches
• LOCAL (40+ Countries): Marketplace-specific tools including FastPeopleSearch (US), Canada411 (CA), Companies House (UK), PagesJaunes (FR), Das Telefonbuch (DE), Hitta.se (SE), ABN Lookup (AU), Escavador (BR), and many more
• TECHNICAL: IP reputation (AbuseIPDB), email reputation check
• EMAIL INTELLIGENCE: Hunter.io verification, HaveIBeenPwned breach check
Examples of Local OSINT Tools by Region:
• North America: FastPeopleSearch, OpenCorporates, BBB (US) | Canada411, Canpages (CA) | SAT, REPUVE (MX)
• Europe: 192.com, Companies House (UK) | PagesJaunes, Societe.com (FR) | Das Telefonbuch, North Data (DE) | Hitta.se, Ratsit (SE)
• Asia-Pacific: JPNumber (JP) | Baidu, AiQicha (CN) | Zauba Corp (IN) | ABN Lookup, White Pages (AU)
• South America: Escavador, Jusbrasil (BR)
• Middle East & Africa: Yellow Pages AE, Zawya (AE) | CIPC (ZA)