Unveiling the presentation catalog at Magnet User Summit 2025
We’re extremely proud to share our incredible lineup for Magnet User Summit 2025 in Nashville March 17-19!
With three renowned guest speakers offering keynote presentations, a comprehensive kick-off presentation from Magnet Forensics leadership, and many other experts joining us, we’ve got something for everyone at Magnet User Summit 2025.
There will be number of topics covered at #MUS2025, including artificial intelligence, mobile forensics, ICAC investigations, eDiscovery, ransomware, and so much more!
Check out a few highlights below:
The future is now: how to leverage AI and tech innovations to reshape your organization and cybersecurity
Theresa Payton, First Female White House CIO, Technology Thought Leader, AI Strategist and Cybersecurity Expert
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the threats we face are more advanced—and more accessible—than ever before. From voice-cloning to deepfakes and powerful AI-driven tools, cybercriminals and bad actors have unprecedented access to technology that can challenge even the most prepared investigator or forensic professional. But with these challenges come opportunities: an opportunity to innovate, to leverage AI for good, and to stay one step ahead.
In this keynote, Theresa Payton—former White House CIO and leading expert in cybersecurity—will dive into the latest trends and technologies reshaping the fields of digital forensics and cybersecurity. Through real-world examples, live demonstrations, and even some entertaining (and surprising!) audience participation, she will explore the powerful role that AI and other technologies can play in investigations and forensic analysis. Attendees will gain insights into governance frameworks, strategic predictions, and practical approaches for building resilient, future-ready organizations and investigation teams.
Whether you’re in law enforcement or private sector, whether you’re working on securing assets or prosecuting cybercriminals, this session will provide actionable strategies and fresh perspectives that you can apply to your work right away. Join us for a session that promises to inform, challenge, and energize!
Mobile Unpacked Season 3 Episode 3 // The AI we carry
Christopher Vance, Senior Technical Forensics Specialist, Magnet Forensics
With major mobile operating systems incorporating artificial intelligence into base functions and third-party applications, it’s time to explore what artifacts are available. This talk will cover built-in AI from iOS, Android, and even third-party applications putting prompts in our pockets.
Magnet User Summit 2025 keynote: The Investigative Edge
Magnet Executive Leadership
The Magnet Forensics leadership team will present an exciting Magnet User Summit 2025 keynote on Tuesday, March 18, talking about the Investigative Edge provided by the latest innovations in the Magnet Forensics product portfolio and how solutions like Magnet One are working to close the Justice Risk Zone. They’ll also cover extensive updates for the enterprise investigations space. This promises to be an extremely special look at what Magnet Forensics has in store for 2025, so be sure to join us!
Truth in data and why it matters
Jessica Hyde, Founder, Hexordia
In an era where digital information is pervasive, ensuring the integrity & accuracy of data is paramount within the realm of digital forensics. We’ll look at the importance of maintaining the authenticity and reliability of digital evidence; explore methodologies and technologies used to test and validate the meaning of data; the challenges faced by examiners; and the implications of compromised data. This talk underscores the necessity of rigorous validation processes to uphold truth in a digital age.
Randy & me: a prosecutor’s story of his childhood sexual abuse
Kevin Mulcahy, Survivor of Child Sexual Abuse and Prosecutor
This presentation will recount Kevin’s own story of sexual exploitation at the hands of his soccer coach, Randy. But, it will not be merely a retelling of the past. Instead, the presentation will address lessons learned from his case by combining Kevin’s experience both as a victim and a long-time prosecutor of child exploitation cases. Knowing what he knows now, Kevin believes there are lessons to be learned from his story for the investigator (Kevin’s was great), the prosecutor (Kevin’s was terrible), and the forensic interviewer (Kevin did not have one). Beyond these (hopefully) useful lessons, the presentation will provide plenty of time for questions from attendees. Given the nature of our work, we don’t often get to ask questions (beyond factual questions) of our child victims. This presentation will provide that opportunity.
Case study on fake digital signatures
Dave Shaver, Nerd, US Army
This presentation delves into a case study focused on the use and detection of fake digital signatures. In today’s digital age, the prevalence of electronic documents has led to a growing reliance on digital signatures as a secure method of authentication. However, the case study highlights a real-world incident where digital signatures were fraudulently used to authorize financial transactions.
We’re also excited to introduce new tracks specially designed for investigators and prosecutors—giving attendees in those roles a close look at how digital forensics can enhance their roles.
Prosecutor track
Eight pillars of digital forensics for prosecutors
Justin Fitzsimmons, Associate Vice President, NW3C, Steve Gemperle, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics
This presentation focuses on the eight important digital forensic items that should be considered by prosecutors. Discussion will revolve around various forms of digital forensics, including physical evidence, cloud data, vehicle data, DVRs and fog data. We will provide a library of resources to aid in navigating form initial investigations to successful.
Beyond deletion: uncovering key evidence in a complex aggravated rape investigation on a university campus
Janice Norman, Assistant District Attorney, Davidson County District Attorney’s Office, Chad Gish, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics
In a pivotal sexual assault investigation, a thorough approach to digital forensics uncovered critical deleted evidence that played a key role in uncovering the truth. The forensic analyst was engaged in the investigation from the beginning and continued to work as a team with the lead investigators and the prosecution which led to uncovering the deleted evidence. This case underscores the transformative impact of digital forensics in contemporary law enforcement and how forensic analysts, law enforcement, and prosecutorial members must work as a team to deliver justice.
Hot topics, emerging trends and important considerations in prosecution using digital forensic evidence
Justin Fitzsimmons, Associate Vice President, NW3C, Janice Norman, Assistant District Attorney, Davidson County District Attorney’s Office, Steve Gemperle, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics
This roundtable will explore the impact of AI on legal prosecutions. We will examine current issues surrounding search and seizure (Fourth Amendment) and we will aim to break down barriers between various stakeholders in the legal process.
Investigator track
Empowering your investigation: practical techniques from Magnet Axiom and Portable Case to support lead investigators with digital evidence
Chad Gish, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics
Digital forensics can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! This interactive workshop is designed to empower investigators and prosecutors to navigate their own investigations with confidence using Magnet Axiom and Portable Case. Drawing from an extensive experience as both a violent crime investigator and digital forensic expert, we will simplify the processes of evidence collection, analysis, and reporting. Through engaging cases studies from Nashville, TN, this session is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of the investigative process and just why “Time to Evidence” is so important.
Efficient digital forensic analysis: a hands-on lab with Magnet Review
Mitch Kajzer, Forensics Trainer, Magnet Forensics
This 1.5 hour hands-on lab will introduce participants to the practical use of Magnet Review for examining digital artifacts from mobile devices and computers. Attendees will engage in interactive exercises, focusing on essential features such as evidence filtering, tagging, and real-time data analysis. Through practical application, participants will navigate data sets like communication logs and web histories and learn to use collaboration tools for shared insights. This session aims to build foundational skills in conducting analysis using Magnet Review. Suitable for those looking to familiarize themselves with the capabilities of Magnet Review in a focused session.
To actively participate during this lab, you must have a Magnet Review account. You can register for a free account at magnetreview.com. Your conference registration email address and Magnet Review email address must be the same. By attending this lab, you will earn 1.5 CPE credits.
Marrying prosecutors and investigators workshop
Justin Fitzsimmons, Associate Vice President, NW3C, Janice Norman, Assistant District Attorney, Davidson County District Attorney’s Office, Steve Gemperle, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics, Chad Gish, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics
This workshop will focus on the integration of digital forensics into prosecutorial practices. We will provide strategies for interviewing digital forensic examiners when they testify in court. We will also discuss communication barriers that may exist between prosecutors and digital forensic examiners, because what one party thinks is important may not seem relevant or important to the other.
Join us in Nashville for Magnet User Summit 2025
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