AI Scams Are Getting Smarter – Here’s How to Stay One Step Ahead Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live and work. It powers our phones, helps businesses run efficiently, and even assists in criminal investigations. But just as AI has advanced legitimate industries, it’s also given scammers a powerful new set of …
The Power of OSINT: How PI’s Turn Public Data into Powerful Intelligence Gone are the days when private investigators relied solely on long stakeouts, disguises, and dusty archives. Today, some of the most valuable information comes from places you visit every day, mainly the internet. This modern method of gathering intelligence is known as OSINT, …
Keeping Updated and Staying Safe: Cyber Month Week 5 As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to a close, we at The Smith Investigation Agency want to leave you with one final reminder: staying safe online isn’t just about what you do today, it’s about preparing for tomorrow. One of the simplest yet most powerful habits you …
The Art of Surveillance: The Skill, Precision, and Ethics Behind Modern Investigations In the world of private investigation, surveillance is often regarded as both an art and a science. It requires not only technical expertise and precision but also a deep understanding of the laws, ethics, and human behaviour that govern every observation. At The …
The Rise and Fall of the Murdaugh Family When Privilege Turns to Power—and Power to Crime Every so often, a case comes along that shakes public faith in justice itself. The Murdaugh family saga from South Carolina is one of those stories — a complex web of privilege, corruption, murder, and deception that has captivated …
When “The Perfect Neighbor” Isn’t So Perfect: Lessons from the Susan Lorincz Case Quiet streets. Familiar faces. A feeling of safety. That’s what most people expect from their neighbourhoods — until something happens that reminds us how thin the line can be between peaceful coexistence and dangerous escalation. Netflix’s The Perfect Neighbor (2025) examines the …
Recognizing Cyber Threats: From Phishing to AI Scams As you are aware from our previous Friday posts, October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time when individuals and organizations across Canada come together to strengthen their defences against the ever-evolving digital threat landscape. As technology advances, so do the tactics used by cybercriminals. From traditional phishing emails to …
What Makes a Good Private Investigator In a world where information moves faster than ever, the role of a private investigator remains one of the most respected, vital, and in-demand professions in modern society. Whether working with corporations, government agencies, or private clients, a good investigator is more than just a person who gathers facts …
Cybersecurity Awareness: Keep Your Devices/Software Up to Date The Friday File October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month — the month we set aside to encourage Canadians to make online security an even higher priority, and to make fraud and identity theft even more challenging. Throughout the month, each week shines a spotlight on one way you …
The Hidden Threats Around You: Why Professional Bug Sweeps (TSCM) Are Critical for Corporations, Government, and Residential Homes In a time where privacy has become a luxury, threats to workplace and home security no longer come solely from hackers behind a computer terminal; they could be right in front of you. From bedrooms to boardrooms, …
