Setting Up Sock Puppet Accounts for Counter Terrorism

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2-day in-person masterclass in Singapore
  • Certificate of Completion on request

What you will learn from this Masterclass:

This two-day workshop focuses on the critical role of sock puppet accounts in counter-terrorism operations. Participants will learn to create and manage convincing fake online personas, gather real-time intelligence, and infiltrate extremist networks. The workshop covers operational security (OPSEC), risk assessment, and the distinctions between passive and active accounts.  

  • DEVELOP strategies for real-time intelligence gathering within terrorist networks. 
  • UTILISE sock puppet accounts to propagate counter-narratives and support counter-radicalisation initiatives. 
  • UNDERSTAND key principles and practices to ensure operational security when using sock puppet accounts, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies. 
  • DISTINGUISH the characteristics, uses, and guidelines for employing passive and active sock puppet accounts to balance engagement and risk. 
  • DISCOVER the importance of detailed and consistent backstories in creating credible personas that can withstand scrutiny. 
  • MASTER strategies for engaging with targets, building trust, extracting information, and managing conflicts without compromising the account. 

 

Who should attend
  • Counter-Terrorism Analysts 
  • Intelligence Officers 
  • Cybersecurity Specialists 
  • Law Enforcement Agents 
  • National Security Advisors 
  • Investigative Journalists 
  • Social Media Analysts 
  • Digital Forensics Experts 
  • Government Policy Makers 
  • Anti-Radicalisation Program Coordinators 
  • Crisis Management Professionals 
  • Military Intelligence Personnel 
Trainer

About Our Expert Trainer

  • More than 25 Years in Intelligence & OSINT Operations
  • Delivered OSINT and intelligence training for military, police, and government bodies, including NATO, the United Nations, the UK Ministry of Defence, and foreign security agencies.
  • Specialist in Digital Investigations & Threat Analysis
  • Strategic Advisor on Intelligence & Security Operations

 

Case Studies

Relevant case studies will be added to this masterclass.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

This Masterclass will be held at Orchard Hotel Singapore.

More information will be shared with the participants closer to the date of the masterclass. For assistance, please write to hello@q8asia.com.sg

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Advanced Intelligence Analysis & Horizon Scanning

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day masterclass.
  • Certificate of Participation upon request.

Intelligence analysis can provide insights into important questions (e.g. why and what happens next?). In the wake of recent events, identifying abstract relationships and asymmetrical threats that maybe easily overlooked. Participate in this Masterclass to master with necessary skills for Intelligence Analysis to produce accurate information to prevent future threats and keep possible threats from arising.

What you will learn in this Masterclass:

  • MASTER the methods and tools which are used in intelligence analysis.
  • DIFFERENTIATE the differences between information and intelligence.
  • APPLY critical thinking techniques to information to provide better understanding.
  • UNDERSTAND and apply the steps of the Intelligence Cycle.
  • USE and APPLY multiple intelligence sources to create credible reports
Who should attend
  • Intelligence Analysts
  • Intelligence Collection Managers
  • Counter Intelligence Investigators
  • Cybercrime Intelligence Officers
  • Law Enforcement Investigators
  • Military Intelligence Officer
  • Security Researchers
Trainer

Our Expert Trainer is an experienced intelligence professional, trainer, and consultant specialising in Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), intelligence fusion, and strategic analysis. With over 25 years of service as a British Army Reserve officer in the Intelligence Corps, our trainer has worked extensively with government agencies, law enforcement, and security organisations worldwide, providing critical intelligence support and training.

Case Studies

Our trainer will use case studies to illustrate the different analytical techniques that are covered in this course.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

Participants will receive more information about the venue closer to the date of the course.

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Radicalisation Through Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day masterclass
  • Certificate of Completion for participants upon request

What you will learn in this Masterclass:

This 2-day course, with its focus on Asia, explores the tools that can be used to detect, disrupt, and respond to radicalisation pathways that are driven by online conspiracy narratives.

  • IDENTIFY key types of misinformation, disinformation, and conspiracy narratives relevant to Asia
  • ANALYSE how social media algorithms fuel extremist mobilisation
  • RECOGNISE early warning signs of radicalisation through digital footprints and behaviour patterns
  • EXAMINE real Southeast Asian case studies to extract radicalisation trends
  • UNDERSTAND the psychology and vulnerabilities that make individuals—especially youths susceptible
  • APPLY intervention strategies suited to the Asian context
  • ASSESS operational challenges such as platform moderation limits and evasion tactics
  • DEVELOP counter-messaging and digital literacy campaigns for targeted audiences
  • CREATE agency-specific action plans to detect, disrupt, and prevent extremist threats
Who should attend
  • Law enforcement officers involved in intelligence, investigations, or community policing
  • Counter-terrorism and homeland security personnel
  • Cybercrime and digital forensics units
  • Analysts monitoring extremist content and online threats
  • Officers engaged in youth outreach and prevention programs
  • Security and intelligence planners in government agencies
Trainer

About Our Expert Trainer:

  • A former extremist turned undercover operative for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service(CSIS) & Royal Canadian Mounted Police (INSET), infiltrating extremist & terrorist cells.
  • An Expert in radicalisation, deradicalization, countering violent extremism(CVE), National security and counter-terrorism.
  • He testified as an expert to the United Nations Security Council, U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security, U.S. Special Operations Command, & numerous police & intelligence services around the world.
  • Currently a Professor of Public Safety, Crime & Intelligence Analysis
  • Co-author of the acclaimed book, "Undercover Jihadi".
Case Studies

To be confirmed.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

Participants will receive more information about the venue closer to the date of the course.

For more information, write to hello@q8asia.com.sg

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Radicalisation Through Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day masterclass
  • Certificate of Completion for participants upon request

What you will learn in this Masterclass:

This 2-day course, with its focus on Asia, explores the tools that can be used to detect, disrupt, and respond to radicalisation pathways that are driven by online conspiracy narratives.

  • IDENTIFY key types of misinformation, disinformation, and conspiracy narratives relevant to Asia
  • ANALYSE how social media algorithms fuel extremist mobilisation
  • RECOGNISE early warning signs of radicalisation through digital footprints and behaviour patterns
  • EXAMINE real Southeast Asian case studies to extract radicalisation trends
  • UNDERSTAND the psychology and vulnerabilities that make individuals—especially youths susceptible
  • APPLY intervention strategies suited to the Asian context
  • ASSESS operational challenges such as platform moderation limits and evasion tactics
  • DEVELOP counter-messaging and digital literacy campaigns for targeted audiences
  • CREATE agency-specific action plans to detect, disrupt, and prevent extremist threats
Who should attend
  • Law enforcement officers involved in intelligence, investigations, or community policing
  • Counter-terrorism and homeland security personnel
  • Cybercrime and digital forensics units
  • Analysts monitoring extremist content and online threats
  • Officers engaged in youth outreach and prevention programs
  • Security and intelligence planners in government agencies
Trainer

About Our Expert Trainer:

  • A former extremist turned undercover operative for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service(CSIS) & Royal Canadian Mounted Police (INSET), infiltrating extremist & terrorist cells.
  • An Expert in radicalisation, deradicalization, countering violent extremism(CVE), National security and counter-terrorism.
  • He testified as an expert to the United Nations Security Council, U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security, U.S. Special Operations Command, & numerous police & intelligence services around the world.
  • Currently a Professor of Public Safety, Crime & Intelligence Analysis
  • Co-author of the acclaimed book, "Undercover Jihadi".
Case Studies

To be confirmed.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

Participants will receive more information about the venue closer to the date of the course.

For more information, write to hello@q8asia.com.sg

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Advanced Intelligence Analysis Masterclass

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day masterclass.
  • Certificate of Participation upon request.

Intelligence analysis can provide insights into important questions (e.g. why and what happens next?). In the wake of recent events, identifying abstract relationships and asymmetrical threats that maybe easily overlooked. Participate in this Masterclass to master with necessary skills for Intelligence Analysis to produce accurate information to prevent future threats and keep possible threats from arising.

What you will learn in this Masterclass:

  • MASTER the methods and tools which are used in intelligence analysis.
  • DIFFERENTIATE the differences between information and intelligence.
  • APPLY critical thinking techniques to information to provide better understanding.
  • UNDERSTAND and apply the steps of the Intelligence Cycle.
  • USE and APPLY multiple intelligence sources to create credible reports
Who should attend
  • Intelligence Analysts
  • Intelligence Collection Managers
  • Counter Intelligence Investigators
  • Cybercrime Intelligence Officers
  • Law Enforcement Investigators
  • Military Intelligence Officer
  • Security Researchers
Trainer

Our Expert Trainer is an experienced intelligence professional, trainer, and consultant specialising in Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), intelligence fusion, and strategic analysis. With over 25 years of service as a British Army Reserve officer in the Intelligence Corps, our trainer has worked extensively with government agencies, law enforcement, and security organisations worldwide, providing critical intelligence support and training.

Case Studies

Our trainer will use case studies to illustrate the different analytical techniques that are covered in this course.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

Participants will receive more information about the venue closer to the date of the course.

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Radicalisation Through Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day masterclass
  • Certificate of Completion for participants upon request

What you will learn in this Masterclass:

This 2-day course, with its focus on Asia, explores the tools that can be used to detect, disrupt, and respond to radicalisation pathways that are driven by online conspiracy narratives.

  • IDENTIFY key types of misinformation, disinformation, and conspiracy narratives relevant to Asia
  • ANALYSE how social media algorithms fuel extremist mobilisation
  • RECOGNISE early warning signs of radicalisation through digital footprints and behaviour patterns
  • EXAMINE real Southeast Asian case studies to extract radicalisation trends
  • UNDERSTAND the psychology and vulnerabilities that make individuals—especially youths susceptible
  • APPLY intervention strategies suited to the Asian context
  • ASSESS operational challenges such as platform moderation limits and evasion tactics
  • DEVELOP counter-messaging and digital literacy campaigns for targeted audiences
  • CREATE agency-specific action plans to detect, disrupt, and prevent extremist threats
Who should attend
  • Law enforcement officers involved in intelligence, investigations, or community policing
  • Counter-terrorism and homeland security personnel
  • Cybercrime and digital forensics units
  • Analysts monitoring extremist content and online threats
  • Officers engaged in youth outreach and prevention programs
  • Security and intelligence planners in government agencies
Trainer

About Our Expert Trainer:

  • A former extremist turned undercover operative for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service(CSIS) & Royal Canadian Mounted Police (INSET), infiltrating extremist & terrorist cells.
  • An Expert in radicalisation, deradicalization, countering violent extremism(CVE), National security and counter-terrorism.
  • He testified as an expert to the United Nations Security Council, U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security, U.S. Special Operations Command, & numerous police & intelligence services around the world.
  • Currently a Professor of Public Safety, Crime & Intelligence Analysis
  • Co-author of the acclaimed book, "Undercover Jihadi".
Case Studies

To be confirmed.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

Participants will receive more information about the venue closer to the date of the course.

For more information, write to hello@q8asia.com.sg

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Covert and Overt HUMINT: Source handling & tactical questioning

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day masterclass.
  • Certificate of Completion for participants upon request

What you will learn from this Masterclass:

This 2-day Covert & Overt HUMINT Workshop equips defence and security personnel in the SEA region with essential skills for human intelligence (HUMINT) operations.

  • DEVELOP a foundational understanding of Human Intelligence (HUMINT) operations.
  • DIFFERENTIATE between various types of HUMINT sources and collection methods.
  • APPLY effective debriefing, interviewing, and questioning techniques in operational environments.
  • UNDERSTAND the legal and ethical considerations surrounding HUMINT operations.
  • GAIN hands-on experience in covert source handling, both in physical and online environments.
Who should attend
  • Intelligence Officers
  • Special Operations Forces (SOF) Operators
  • Military Police Investigators
  • Psychological Operations (PSYOPS) Specialists
  • Counterintelligence Officers
  • Criminal Investigators & Detectives
  • Counterterrorism Officers
  • Undercover Operatives
  • Surveillance & Covert Operations Specialists
  • National Security Analysts
  • HUMINT Officers & Case Officers
  • Border Security & Immigration Officers
  • Cyber Intelligence Analysts (OSINT & SOCMINT)
  • Interrogators & Tactical Questioning Experts
  • Corporate Security Intelligence Analysts
  • Risk & Threat Assessment Specialists
  • Private Investigators & Security Consultants
Trainer

Our Expert Trainer is an experienced intelligence practitioner, with  eighteen years miliary knowledge and eight years national and international law enforcement skills.

Chris started his military career in the Royal Anglian Regiment, serving five years and gaining experience of resource management, combat and survival skills, risk management skills and a practical understanding of warfare. Deploying overseas, Chris gained a valuable insight into the role of NATO and international defence.

Perseus Intelligence was created from a passion for sharing knowledge and experience of intelligence, to support those who wish to pursue an exciting and rewarding career.

Case Studies

Where possible, relevant case studies will be added and discussed during this course.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

Delegates will receive more information about this course closer to the date of the course.

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Advanced OSINT Training for Law Enforcement

Overview

Highlights:

  • Intensive 3 day course
  • Certificate of Completion on request

What you will learn from this Masterclass:

This Advanced OSINT Training for Law Enforcement equips investigators with cutting edge open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques to enhance digital investigations, intelligence gathering, and operational security. Designed for law enforcement agencies, this hands-on workshop covers advanced collection methods, social media exploitation, geospatial intelligence, and digital verification tools. Participants will learn to uncover hidden networks, track online threats, authenticate digital evidence, and conduct covert investigations while maintaining anonymity.

  • DEVELOP advanced OSINT skills to track criminal activities, uncover hidden networks, and collect actionable intelligence for law enforcement operations.
  • LEARN essential OPSEC techniques, including VPNs, sock puppets, and counter-surveillance methods, to conduct covert online investigations safely and effectively.
  • ACQUIRE techniques for metadata extraction, geolocation tracking, and source verification to counter misinformation and enhance case integrity.
  • STRUCTURE intelligence reports, conduct link analysis, and fuse OSINT with traditional intelligence disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, CYBINT) for more comprehensive investigations.
  • APPLY learned techniques in hands-on simulations, including suspect tracking, social media monitoring, and digital footprint analysis, to prepare for real-world law enforcement cases.
Who should attend
  • Law Enforcement & Intelligence Officers
  • Cybercrime Investigators
  • Digital Forensics Analysts
  • Counterterrorism Analysts
  • Criminal Intelligence Analysts
  • National Security Officers
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts
  • Undercover & Covert Operations Officers
  • Border Security & Immigration Officers
  • Financial Crime Investigators
  • Military Intelligence Personnel
  • Public Order & Riot Control Intelligence Officers
  • Interpol & International Law Enforcement Agents
  • Human Trafficking & Child Exploitation Investigators
  • Special Branch & Counter-Extremism Officers
Trainer

About our Expert Trainer

  • More than 25 Years in Intelligence & OSINT Operations
  • Delivered OSINT and intelligence training for military, police, and government bodies, including NATO, the United Nations, the UK Ministry of Defence, and foreign security agencies.
  • Specialist in Digital Investigations & Threat Analysis
  • Strategic Advisor on Intelligence & Security Operations
Case Studies

Real world applications and examples: Cases and examples, both current and historic will be given throughout, to add depth and relevance to the methodology.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

Participants will receive details about the venue closer to the date of the course. For more information, please contact us at: hello@q8asia.com.sg.

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FBI Behavioural Threat Analysis and Assessment

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day masterclass
  • Certification of Completion for participants upon request.

What will you learn from this course:

Learn more about this collaborative, multidisciplinary approach that can be used to  determine the severity of threats and plan intervention to support and protect potential victims and offenders.

  • Core Concepts of Behavioral Threat Assessment
  • Identifying Targeted Violence
  • Warning Behavior Characteristics
  • BTA Management Strategies
  • Threat Management Teams and Problem Solving
Who should attend

This course is ideal for

Counterterrorism/Law Enforcement Officers,  First Responders, Risk Managers, Security Managers, Government and Healthcare agencies. Workplace Safety Managers and Supervisors from these sectors:

  • Aviation
  • Banking and finance
  • Embassies of foreign governments
  • Government agencies
  • Healthcare
  • Maritime and shipping
  • Oil and gas
  • Private and public utilities
  • Power and energy plants
  • Schools and Universities
  • Security and defence
  • Tourism and hospitality
  • Transportation
  • City planners
Trainer

About Our Trainer: 

A Certified Fraud Examiner and Senior National Security Advisor (WMD Terrorism)

Ex FBI senior officer & CIA deputy chief

Expert on risk, insider threats, behavioural analysis, cybersecurity, social media

  • With more than 30 years of Intelligence Security Advisor experience.
  • Recipient of two CIA awards for his dedicated leadership in the takedown of two international terrorism leaders sought by the U.S. Government
  • 12 years managing joint FBI-CIA operations against transnational terrorism and organized crime.

He has worked with the Central Intelligence Agency in combatting environmental terrorism, critical infrastructure sabotage operations specifically Al-Qaeda’s conspiracies to

Case Studies

To be confirmed.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

We will send out more information about the venue shortly. 

Contact us: hello@q8asia.com.sg.

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Advanced Influence Operations Attribution Training Program

Overview

Highlights:

  • 2 day in-person masterclass in Singapore.
  • Certificate of Completion upon request

What you will learn from this Masterclass:

The objective of this advanced training program is to equip participants with an in-depth understanding of advanced methodologies, emerging trends, and cutting-edge technologies in influence operations attribution. 

The course will emphasize advanced and technical methods for attribution.

Participants will also gain hands-on experience in complex attribution scenarios and explore strategies for countering sophisticated influence campaigns effectively.

 

Who should attend

This training program is designed for:

  • Senior intelligence analysts
  • Cybersecurity experts
  • Law enforcement officials
  • Policymakers, and professionals involved in countering advanced influence operations.
Trainer

About Our Expert Trainer

Our trainer is an Open Source Investigator & Consultant, Founder of Glowstick Intelligence Enablement. He has over 7 years of Open-Source Intelligence Analysis and Investigations Experience, with an emphasis on Disinformation Campaigns, Extremism and Cyber Threat Intelligence. Skilled and experienced in a number of domains, including technical domain analysis, multilingual open-source investigations, open-source product development and deep web sources.

  • Former technical information operations analyst for ActiveFence. Has researched dozens of disinformation campaigns and information operations for a variety of clients globally, including Forbes 50 technology firms.
  • Former open-source intelligence analyst and liaison NCO, Israel Defense Forces
  • Extensive track record in innovative research and investigation projects, including numerous articles in academic journals and think tanks, quotes in media outlets and more.
  • Open-Source Investigation Consultant, Trainer and Analyst. Consultant and Researcher for firms across the globe.
Case Studies

Relevant case studies will be included in this course.

Partners

Interested to be part of this training?

Please contact us at hello@q8asia.com.sg to discuss your requirements.

Venue

More information about the venue will be shared with the participants closer to the date of the masterclass. For assistance, please write to hello@q8asia.com.sg

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