Kolina Koltai
Investigator at Bellingcat specializing in open source/digital investigations and OSINT, known for uncovering disinformation, influence operations, and online scams.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 1h 13min
Everything you need to know about OSINT with Kolina Koltai from Bellingcat
Kolina Koltai, an investigator at Bellingcat who tracks disinformation and online scams. She explains OSINT as digital detective work using maps, social media, and public records. Conversation covers geolocation tricks, underused sources and tools, how scammers leave traceable breadcrumbs, and spotting AI-generated profiles and influencer scams.
Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 4min
"Monitoring US Immigration Raids" with Bellingcat, Evident and CalMatters
Kolina Koltai, a Bellingcat researcher with ties to Los Angeles, explores the nuances of immigration raids, specifically how researchers can leverage bystander videos for accountability. Sergio Olmos from CalMatters highlights alarming patterns of surprise raids on farmworkers in Bakersfield, while Kevin Clancy of Evident Media discusses innovative methods for documenting these practices. The conversation dives into the legal struggles, the role of social media in exposing unconstitutional actions, and the ethical challenges faced by enforcement personnel. Transparency and community involvement are key themes.
