Jamie Bartlett

Director of the Centre for the Analysis of Social Media at the think-tank Demos, Jamie Bartlett is the author of several significant works, including "The Dark Net" (2014), an examination of the hidden corners of the internet and its diverse subcultures. In "The Dark Net," he explores how individuals from various walks of life, from political extremists to neo-Nazis, use anonymity to shield their activities. Bartlett's method involved extensive firsthand interaction with his subjects, providing a profound look at the juxtaposition between their real-life personas and online avatars.

Bartlett has also authored "Radicals Chasing Utopia: Inside the Rogue Movements Trying to Change the World" (2017), which delves into radical political parties and movements that challenge contemporary societal structures. His exploration extends to his role at Demos, where he has conducted substantial research on violence and extremism. Additionally, Bartlett's 2018 book "The People Vs Tech" argues the impact of technology on society and political systems, which earned the 2019 Transmission Prize for its insightful analysis.

Beyond his written work, Jamie Bartlett has contributed to multimedia platforms, presenting the two-part BBC TWO documentary series "The Secrets of Silicon Valley" and creating the BBC podcast series "The Missing Cryptoqueen." His TED talk "How the mysterious dark net is going mainstream" has garnered over 5 million views, reflecting his expertise in areas such as cybersecurity, privacy online, new political movements, social media research and analysis, and internet cultures. His journalistic contributions extend to technology columns for the Telegraph among other publications, highlighting the transformative effects of the internet on politics and society.