As Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) plays an increasingly critical role in national security, the Intelligence Community is facing key decisions about its future. Should OSINT remain embedded within existing agencies, or does its unique nature warrant a standalone agency? How can intelligence professionals collaborate with the private sector to enhance OSINT capabilities?

NSI hosted a private roundtable discussion featuring senior Intelligence Community leaders and private-sector experts as they examine the evolving role of OSINT, its governance, and its impact on intelligence operations. This discussion highlighted insights from NSI Fellow David Gauthier’s paper, A Standalone OSINT Agency for Stronger National Security. Read the paper here.