NEW YORK. Cellebrite DI, Ltd., a provider of digital tools for law enforcement, has launched “Operation Find Them All,” an initiative aimed at donating its advanced technology to nonprofits dedicated to locating missing and endangered children. The initiative includes a financial contribution to organizations such as the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, The Exodus Road, and Raven, a political nonprofit focused on raising awareness of child exploitation online.
John Walsh, co-founder of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and longtime host of “America’s Most Wanted,” expressed the challenges law enforcement faces against tech-savvy criminals. He highlighted the need for advanced technology to combat human traffickers and sexual predators who use encryption to protect their criminal activities.
Cellebrite’s CEO, Yossi Carmil, emphasized the importance of supporting law enforcement agencies, especially in smaller cities and towns, where budgets and access to technological tools are limited. Carmil stated that his company’s technology could make a significant difference in investigations involving missing children.
The initiative comes as Cellebrite reported revenue of $85 million for the third quarter of 2023, up 17% year over year. As part of “Operation Find Them All,” the company plans to donate its technology to nonprofits and make financial contributions to aid in the fight against child exploitation.
Cellebrite’s technology, including AI-driven software, has been praised by law enforcement officials for its ability to process data from cell phones and analyze it for potential leads. Digital forensic investigator Kent Nielsen from the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office in Texas commended the system, noting its efficiency in handling vast amounts of data.
Matt Parker, co-founder of The Exodus Road, shared the positive impact of Cellebrite technology in investigating human trafficking cases. Through the initiative, Parker aims to extend the use of Cellebrite technology to other countries, particularly where governments have struggled to prosecute such cases.
John Walsh expressed hope that increased access to advanced technology could level the playing field against those preying on children. He emphasized the need for more resources to address the growing number of missing children cases reported to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.
Experts acknowledge the increasing technological sophistication of human traffickers, requiring law enforcement to keep pace. Cellebrite’s Carmil stressed the responsibility of both governments and corporations to fund law enforcement efforts to protect children.
Cellebrite’s commitment to “Operation Find Them All” reflects a shared mission among its leaders, including Yossi Carmil and John Walsh, who view it as a noble cause that goes beyond financial considerations.
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