Author: Алексей Седых, руководитель агентства

How Google Can Reveal Intent

How Google Can Reveal Intent

Recently we were asked to look into the situation of a Russian citizen detained in the United States. His colleagues reached out, trying to understand whether they themselves might face similar risks — for example, being unexpectedly detained by the FBI somewhere on a beach in Greece. But what I actually want to talk about

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[Case Study] Extracting a Client’s Daughter from a Destructive Sect

[Case Study] Extracting a Client’s Daughter from a Destructive Sect

Our agency was engaged with the ultimate objective of ending the influence of a destructive sect over the client’s daughter. The assignment involved collecting intelligence on the subjects of interest, conducting analytical assessment of the gathered information, identifying potential entry points for further operational work, and documenting compromising or legally relevant evidence. During the initial

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Russian Company Verification: A Practical Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs

Russian Company Verification: A Practical Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs

Before entering into partnerships, signing major contracts, or making substantial business commitments with Russian entities, foreign entrepreneurs must conduct thorough russian company verification procedures to ensure counterparty reliability and safeguard their business interests. The Russian business environment, while offering significant opportunities, presents unique challenges that require specialized due diligence approaches. This article outlines why comprehensive

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Go to jail for personal data! How will detectives work in 2025? Our plans.

Go to jail for personal data! How will detectives work in 2025? Our plans.

In December 2024, a new article – 272.1 – was introduced into the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation by Federal Law No. 421-FZ of 30.11.2024. It established criminal liability for the illegal use, transfer, collection, or storage of computer information containing personal data. Within the professional community of private detectives, this law caused a

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[Case study] Cryptocurrency fraud investigation

[Case study] Cryptocurrency fraud investigation

A friendly law firm from the US asked our partners to help them conduct a blockchain investigation. Their client was victimized by fraudsters and lost $450,000.

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How to find out where a person is? Top 5 ways of private investigators

How to find out where a person is? Top 5 ways of private investigators

A question that, when asked, you will hardly find any less clear information if you start googling. Top 5 ways for private investigators to track down individuals.

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