THE POWER OF FACIAL DISCOVERY IN DOD & IC APPLICATIONS
In an era of evolving threats and complex security challenges, the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) must leverage cutting-edge technology to maintain the safety and security of the United States and its interests. AI-powered facial discovery, leveraging facial recognition technology can be a crucial tool within the DoD's arsenal, playing a pivotal role in helping to identify unknown individuals, gathering intelligence, and bolstering national security efforts using Open Source Intelligence (OSINT).
THE CHALLENGES WITHOUT FACIAL DISCOVERY
LEGACY IDENTIFICATION
DoD relies on legacy identification processes. Current databases for military and intelligence organizations often focus on “known/unknown” parameters through those who have been previously detained or identified through other sources. However, these datasets fall short when addressing first-time collection or detainment, alias or cover names, foreign names mistranslated / alternatively translated, and non-combatants.
LIMITATIONS TO OSINT TRADECRAFT
Current OSINT tools available to military and/or Intelligence Community personnel often collect facial data on potential threats or individuals of interest.
Without a facial discovery tool, personnel cannot rapidly analyze vast amounts of facial data, making it challenging to identify high-value targets swiftly and accurately.
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INEFFICIENT ANALYSIS OF INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE & RECONNAISSANCE (ISR)
Drone technology, and associated ISR sensors, allow for vast amounts of collection of faces in the battlespace, both in urban areas and traditional battlefields.
Current techniques have limitations in speed, scale, accuracy and user interface for analysts to easily and rapidly identify individuals collected during ISR missions.
THE BENEFITS OF FACIAL DISCOVERY IN THE DOD/IC
INCREASE EFFICIENCY IN IDENTIFICATION
Facial discovery helps increase efficiency in identification of unknown individuals, using a “human-in-the-loop” to assess potential threats across the spectrum, from target identification/confirmation, base defense/force protection, to peacekeeping operations, to full combat situations.
ENHANCED OSINT & TRADITIONAL INTELLIGENCE GATHERING
Automated data analysis through facial discovery empowers DoD/IC to collect, process, and analyze vast amounts of information on individuals of interest. From leveraging facial data collected from Publicly Available Information (PAI) sources, to identifying people collected through human intelligence and other collection sources, AI-powered facial discovery helps provide speed, scale and accuracy to the analyst whether sitting at a desk or mobile in an operational setting.
ENHANCED PROTECTION FOR SENSITIVE OPERATIONS
Facial discovery helps for identifying the online exposure of DoD and IC personnel. By finding unknown photos of personnel deployed on sensitive operations, these operators can remove and/or mitigate their presence on the open internet, protecting their identity for successful mission completion.
HOW FACIAL DISCOVERY SUPPORTS NATIONAL SECURITY
Intelligence collection and analysis often rely on known “selectors,” traditionally viewed as cell phone numbers, email addresses, or social media handles and other related information. With Clearview AI’s tools, a person’s face is the selector: a unique attribute that is specific to that person and searchable across the internet.
INTELLIGENCE & CYBER
TARGETING
Gather information about a specific cyber threat, actors, or systems by analyzing intelligence requirements, identifying potential targets, and prioritizing them based on their importance to national security or other objectives.
OSINT RESEARCH & ANALYSIS
Use facial discovery to search publicly available information from open sources, such as news articles, social media, and public databases, to generate intelligence.
COUNTERTERRORISM
Clearview AI’s database can be used to monitor and analyze online activities to identify and thwart potential terrorist threats.
CASE STUDY
Our starting point was the passport photo of a suspected Eastern European intelligence operative involved in planning sabotage against opposition munitions depots. With Clearview AI we located him alongside a high level foreign minister at in multiple negotiation settings, making the government role in the sabotage undeniable.
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI)
SOURCE VETTING
By grouping images from publicly available sources, Clearview AI has the ability to create an instant framework of context for a given individual, allowing for swifter verification of identity and background.
CI CASE SUPPORT
Clearview AI’s ability to analyze vast amounts of data multiplies human effort and helps to build the evidence base necessary to locate targets.
CASE STUDY
The investigation started with a passport photo of a known illegal spy, whose cover identity and destination were unknown. Clearview AI discovered multiple sightings of the spy in a South American country, which permitted the identification of his cover ID of a defense contractor claiming citizenship. Subsequently, after identifying a social media account linked to the cover ID and based on numerous interactions with another account from a European country, the wife of the spy, who resided under a cover identity in Europe, was identified.
IDENTITY MANAGEMENT
PROTECTION OF SENSITIVE OPERATIONS
Clearview AI references a database of over 40 billion images, broadly enhancing your ability to locate webpages where a clandestine asset’s real identity may be exposed.
ATTACHÉ / SECURITY COOPERATION
PERSON ID / VERIFICATION
Automated data analysis allows users to determine the veracity of any claim to identity within seconds by referencing credentials versus publicly available information.
FOREIGN MILITARY PERSONNEL ID / VETTING
The same technology that can rapidly expand knowledge of known threats allows you to verify the credibility, reliability, and authenticity of persons offering HUMINT.
FORCE PROTECTION
BASE SECURITY
Reinforce existing security measures by utilizing on-site, up to the minute identity verification for those entering and exiting your facilities, proactively through entrance terminals or retroactively through CCTV analysis.
LOCAL NATIONAL VERIFICATION
Clearview AI’s use of the world wide web means that contextual information on an individual is not limited to the geographical location in which a given organization operates.
DEPLOYED WORKER / CONTRACTOR VETTING
Determine a potential contractor’s identity and track record by comparing the information provided by them against online professional databases as well as informal ones.
OUR COMMITMENT TO ETHICAL & RESPONSIBLE USE
At Clearview AI, we understand the importance of responsible use of our technology. We are committed to upholding privacy and civil liberties while harnessing the power of this technology to enhance defense and national security. Our systems are designed with robust privacy protections and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Our technology is a game-changer in the realm of defense and national security. It not only addresses the challenges faced without it but also offers numerous benefits that can significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of intelligence agencies. By embracing this technology responsibly, we can create safer communities and a more secure future.
Contact us today to learn more about how our solutions can help enhance national security and defense. Together, we can build a safer and more secure world for all.
