This book is your ticket to the Dark Web and OSINT world. It traces OSINT’s roots from WWII to today. It explains the Dark Web’s start with Tor in 2002. You’ll learn about Surface, Deep, and Dark Web layers. It covers whistleblowers like Snowden who shook things up. Ethics and laws get a close look—think GDPR and Silk Road trials. Tools like Maltego and Python are broken down. Dark Web markets like Hydra are dissected. Crypto’s role in shady deals is revealed. You’ll see how hackers and malware thrive there. It links social media to the Dark Web. Geopolitics, AI, and quantum tech show the big picture. Famous busts like AlphaBay fill the pages. It ends with future predictions and global teamwork ideas.
Unlike other books, this one doesn’t just skim the surface—it dives deep with fresh angles. It blends history, tech, and real-world stakes in a way that’s easy to grasp. Other guides skip the ethics or future tech like quantum threats—this doesn’t. It’s got practical, hands-on tips you can use, not just theory. From tracing Bitcoin to decoding hacker slang, it’s a toolkit others miss. It connects the dots between social media and the Dark Web uniquely. Plus, it’s got a conversational vibe—no dry lectures here. It’s your edge in understanding and tackling the hidden web like never before.

Azhar ul Haque Sario is bestselling author. Data scientist. Cambridge Alumnus. I have proven technical skills (MBA, ACCA (Knowledge Level- FTMS college Malaysia), BBA, several Google certifications such as Google Data Analytics Specialization, Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Specialization, and Google Project Management Specialization) to deliver insightful books with ten years of business experience. I have written and published 650+ titles.

ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-8629-830X
Azhar.sario@hotmail.co.uk