Gordon Corera Keynote Speaker

Gordon Corera is a leading authority on global intelligence and security, renowned for his two-decade tenure as the BBC’s Security Correspondent. From the corridors of MI6 to the cyber frontlines, Corera has reported on pivotal events shaping the modern espionage landscape, including the Snowden revelations, the Skripal poisoning, and the evolution of cyber warfare.

In June 2025, Corera released The Spy in the Archive, a gripping account of KGB archivist Vasili Mitrokhin’s daring defection and the clandestine operation to smuggle Soviet secrets to the West. The book has been lauded for its compelling narrative and meticulous research, cementing Corera’s reputation as a master storyteller in the realm of intelligence history.

Beyond his writing, Corera co-hosts The Rest is Classified, a podcast delving into the hidden world of espionage, offering listeners insider perspectives on contemporary intelligence issues. His expertise has made him a sought-after speaker at international forums, including the Chalke History Festival and SXSW London 2025, where he shares insights on the interplay between technology, geopolitics, and security.

Educated at Oxford and Harvard, Corera combines academic rigor with journalistic acumen, providing audiences with nuanced analyses of complex security challenges. His work continues to illuminate the clandestine forces shaping our world, making him an indispensable voice in discussions on global security and intelligence.