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Parag Khanna is an internationally respected cyber security and geopolitical expert whose distinguished career spans strategic advisory, advanced technology, and global governance. As Founder & CEO of AlphaGeo, an AI-powered geospatial predictive analytics platform, he is pioneering the use of location intelligence to enhance digital resilience and cyber preparedness. Parag’s deep understanding of how technology intersects with global risk makes him a sought-after speaker in the cyber security space, where he brings a unique blend of geopolitical insight and technical innovation to the table.
Parag’s reputation as a thought leader is reinforced by his extensive work with governments and international organisations. In 2007, he served as Senior Geopolitical Advisor to US Special Operations Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, where he provided critical strategic guidance in complex threat environments. He has also advised leading global institutions such as the World Economic Forum and The Brookings Institution. His ability to translate high-level strategy into practical action has made him a trusted voice on emerging risks in cyber governance and information warfare.
A best-selling author, Parag has published several influential books exploring the future of global order and technology’s transformative role in society. Titles such as “Hybrid Reality”, co-authored with Ayesha Khanna, introduced forward-thinking concepts like the “Technology Quotient” and “geotechnology”, framing how humans and digital systems are becoming inseparably linked. His trilogy — “The Second World”, “How to Run the World”, and “Connectography” — maps a future shaped more by connectivity and cyber infrastructure than by borders or traditional diplomacy. His work “Technocracy in America” further demonstrates his commitment to rethinking governance in an information age.
Parag’s impact extends beyond academia and policy into global education and advocacy. A regular TED speaker and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, he has addressed audiences on topics such as digital transparency, smart cities, and cyber threats to critical infrastructure. Recognised by Esquire as one of the “75 Most Influential People of the 21st Century” and listed in WIRED’s “Smart List”, his thought leadership continues to shape how institutions respond to cyber and geopolitical uncertainty.
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Parag Khanna is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“Dr. Khanna’s opening keynote address at our recent foreign direct investment forum was engaging, insightful and stimulating for our diverse audience of senior decision makers from government and international corporations. His thought provoking perspectives set the scene perfectly for the day ahead.”
“Dr Parag is a prolific speaker, he captivated audiences by bringing simplicity to complex issues. His narratives are well thought and logical, and his effervescent nature is inspiring. Always a pleasure to hear his insights.”
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