06/04/2026
Here are our top 5 takeaways from our interview with Amber Schroader
1️⃣ OSINT requires ta 360-degree mindset — treat every collection as if it's heading to court.
2️⃣You must live on the platforms you investigate for a minimum of 60 days to genuinely understand its mechanics, community, and data structures.
3️⃣ Read the Terms of Use before you touch any tool; it tells you whether your investigation data is being shared, retained, or repurposed.
4️⃣ Routers are the most neglected forensics goldmine — they log every device and guest that connects, building a rich map of activity that almost no one investigates.
5️⃣ Don't start with an answer in mind — a major OSINT pitfall is confirming the narrative someone hands you. Let data lead.
Watch the interview or read the transcript in full, here:
Amber Schroader discusses digital forensics, OSINT techniques, AI in investigations, and the key skills investigators need to avoid mistakes and improve outcomes.