What is Graph-based Investigation?
It is a method of discovering hidden connections by visualizing the relationships between data on a network map.
Overview
It is difficult to understand what is connected to what in complex data sets. Graph-based investigation displays data as points and lines connecting those points. This way, you can see at a glance which accounts are related to each other, for example in a fraud case.
How it works
Data is entered into the system as 'node' and 'link'. The software navigates this network, analyzing commonalities or unusual patterns.
Where it is used
It is used in financial crime analysis, cyber security research and social network analysis.
Commonly confused with
Not to be confused with an ordinary Excel spreadsheet; What is important here is not the data itself, but the relationship between the data.
Frequently asked questions
Does it run slowly on big data?
When the right tools are used, it can analyze millions of links in seconds.
Can only experts use it?
Thanks to visualization tools, anyone who understands logic can follow relationships.
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