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Keynote Speaker
Ahana Datta Fasel
UK Government’s first ethical hacker
Popular talks
- Cyber Security
- Geopolitics
- Technology and Power
- International Relations
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Talks
Popular talks by Ahana Datta Fasel
- Cyber Security
- Geopolitics
- Technology and Power
- International Relations
- US-China
- Russian hybrid warfare
Biography
About Ahana Datta Fasel
Dr Ahana Datta Fasel was the UK Government’s first ethical hacker, working across the Ministry of Justice, the Cabinet Office and the National Cyber Security Centre. In these roles, Dr Datta Fasel helped to secure critical government systems and advised on the fast-evolving cyber threat landscape.
She went on to become the Financial Times’ cyber chief, gaining frontline insight into global cyber competition, digital espionage and the intersection of technology, power and geopolitics. This experience gave Ahana Datta Fasel a unique vantage point on how states, corporations and criminal actors contest the digital domain.
Today, Dr Ahana Datta Fasel serves as a non-executive director at a leading global digital rights charity and advises deep tech start-ups on security, strategy and resilience. She is also a strategic adviser on national security and resilience to the UK’s body for research, innovation and international partnerships, helping shape long-term responses to cyber risk and technological competition.
A prolific speaker and writer, Ahana Datta Fasel has held fellowships at Cornell, Cambridge, Imperial and Durham. She has written for the Financial Times, Foreign Policy, and the Columbia Journalism Review, and is a regular contributor to Euractiv. Her keynotes explore cyber security, geopolitics, technology and power, international relations, US–China competition and Russian hybrid warfare, offering audiences a sharp, insider perspective on the future of digital conflict and defence.
How to book Ahana Datta Fasel
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book Ahana Datta Fasel for a keynote speech?
You can book Ahana Datta Fasel through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Ahana's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are Ahana Datta Fasel's speaking fees?
Ahana Datta Fasel's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Ahana tailored to your event.
What topics does Ahana Datta Fasel speak about?
Ahana Datta Fasel speaks on Cyber Security, Geopolitics, Intelligence & Security, Strategy, Technology. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Ahana to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is Ahana Datta Fasel available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book Ahana Datta Fasel for events worldwide, subject to Ahana's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Does Ahana Datta Fasel deliver virtual or online keynotes?
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Ahana Datta Fasel is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
How long is a typical keynote by Ahana Datta Fasel?
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Ahana can accommodate.
Can Ahana Datta Fasel tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief Ahana Datta Fasel on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Ahana can offer.
What languages does Ahana Datta Fasel present in?
Ahana Datta Fasel delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
What makes Ahana Datta Fasel a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
Ahana Datta Fasel's areas of expertise include Cyber Security, Geopolitics, Intelligence & Security, Strategy, Technology. To get a clear sense of Ahana's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
What kind of events can Ahana Datta Fasel speak at?
Ahana Datta Fasel can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Cyber Security, Geopolitics, Intelligence & Security, Strategy, Technology is relevant. Details of Ahana's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Does Ahana Datta Fasel offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Ahana Datta Fasel is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book Ahana Datta Fasel?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Ahana Datta Fasel, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Ahana's current availability for your dates.