About Dark Intel

Research, training, and tools focused on the Darkweb.

About Dark Intel

Dark Intel researches and documents the Darkweb, develops tools to support investigations, and delivers specialized training worldwide. Our work supports law enforcement, government agencies, and security professionals who need practical knowledge and skills to operate effectively in this environment.

We maintain a balanced focus on research and training, supported by strategic partnerships and open investigative tools.

The Darkweb never sleeps.

About Todd G. Shipley

Todd G. Shipley, CFE, CFCE is the President of Dark Intel. A retired Cyber Crimes Senior Detective Sergeant and U.S. Air Force combat veteran, Todd is a former International President of the High Technology Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA).

He has served as a subject matter expert for INTERPOL on Darknet investigations, co-authored Investigating Internet Crimes: An Introduction to Solving Crimes in Cyberspace, and regularly trains investigators globally. Todd is a senior course developer and trainer with Spyder Forensics and continues to contribute research and tools focused on Darkweb investigations.

Todd and co-author Art Bowker also wrote Surviving a Cyberattack: Securing Social Media and Protecting Your Home, a practical guide to protecting personal accounts and home networks from compromise.

Selected Background

  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE)
  • Former International President, High Technology Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA)
  • Subject Matter Expert, INTERPOL Project Pandora (Darknet investigations)
  • Co-author, Investigating Internet Crimes
  • Co-author, Surviving a Cyberattack
  • Featured expert in the documentary Deep Web
  • Senior course developer and trainer, Spyder Forensics
  • 25 years of law enforcement experience, including founding Nevada's first cybercrime unit

Certifications & Affiliations

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Certified Fraud Examiner
Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE), IACIS Certified Forensic Computer Examiner
High Technology Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA) Former International President

In the Media

Documentary

Deep Web (2015)

Featured expert on darknet investigations in the Alex Winter-directed documentary exploring the Silk Road and the rise of the dark web.

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INTERPOL

Project Pandora

Served as a subject matter expert supporting INTERPOL's Project Pandora, focused on Darknet investigations for international law enforcement.

Book

Investigating Internet Crimes

Co-author of Investigating Internet Crimes: An Introduction to Solving Crimes in Cyberspace, a foundational text for cybercrime investigators.

View on Amazon →
Working Together

Partnerships

Collaborations that support research and global training capacity.

Spyder Forensics

Training partner delivering advanced Dark Web and digital investigations courses worldwide. Todd serves as a senior course developer and trainer.

spyderforensics.com →

CFLW Cyber Strategies

Tool partner. Collaboration involving the Dark Web Monitor platform to support research and training for investigators.

cflw.com →

Open Tools

Investigative tools for Darkweb research are published on GitHub.

github.com/darkintel-info →

Get in touch

Questions about research, training, or collaboration?

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