Jamie Bartlett

Jamie Bartlett is an acclaimed British author, journalist and leading cyber security speaker, renowned for his deep expertise on the hidden corners of the internet. As the founder and former Director of the Centre for the Analysis of Social Media at the think tank Demos, Jamie has dedicated his career to unearthing the ways in which digital technologies and social media shape radical political movements, privacy, and security in the modern world. His groundbreaking TED talk, “How the mysterious dark net is going mainstream”, has amassed over five million views, reflecting his rare ability to make complex cyber topics accessible and compelling for global audiences.

Jamie’s written works have cemented his reputation as a leading thinker on internet subcultures and digital threats. His first book, “The Dark Net” (2014), offered an unprecedented look into the underbelly of the internet, exploring everything from crypto-anarchists to darknet drug markets. This was followed by “Radicals” (2017), a deep dive into fringe political groups, and “The People Vs Tech” (2018), which won the Transmission Prize for its critical analysis of how digital technology threatens democracy. His investigative podcast and book, “The Missing Cryptoqueen” (2019, 2022), chronicled the astonishing story behind the OneCoin scandal, showcasing his skill in exposing online deception and fraud.

As Head of the Violence and Extremism Programme at Demos, Jamie combined automated data analysis with social science research to explore how extremist movements use technology to thrive. He has co-authored influential works such as “#Intelligence” with Sir David Omand, examining how internet intelligence is leveraged by security services and law enforcement. His ability to translate complex data into actionable insights has made him a trusted voice in cyber security, sought after by media outlets including The Spectator, The Telegraph, The New York Times, and the BBC.

Whether delivering keynotes on cyber security, privacy, and online extremism, or advising organisations on the digital threats reshaping society, Jamie Bartlett brings unrivalled authority and insight. Hire Jamie Bartlett via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency to inform and inspire your audience on the most urgent digital challenges of our time.