Geoff White is an award-winning investigative journalist and broadcaster who is hired as a motivational speaker for his uncompromising insight into cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and financial crime. Rather than delivering abstract commentary, Geoff shares real investigations from the front line of global hacking networks, cryptocurrency scams and data exploitation. His keynote speeches empower organisations to confront digital and financial risk with confidence, sharpen their critical thinking and build cultures that value resilience, ethics and informed decision making in an AI-driven age.
Geoff’s early career was rooted in investigative journalism, where he developed the analytical discipline and persistence that define his speaking style today. Working with major outlets including the BBC, Channel 4 News and The Sunday Times, he specialised in technology and crime reporting. As Technology Correspondent for Channel 4 News, he led in-depth investigations into the Snowden leaks, the cyberattack on TalkTalk and widespread fraud within the online dating industry. He also created the Data Baby project to demonstrate how personal data is harvested and misused, translating complex digital systems into compelling human stories that resonate with audiences.
Building on his broadcast career, Geoff expanded into long-form storytelling through bestselling books and globally successful podcasts. He authored 'Crime Dot Com', 'The Lazarus Heist' and 'Rinsed', each exploring the mechanics of modern organised crime. His BBC World Service podcast series on North Korean cyberwar, 'The Lazarus Heist', ranked number one on the UK Apple chart and achieved more than 10 million downloads. He has delivered over 300 keynote talks for organisations including Microsoft, HSBC and Mastercard, and appeared at influential forums such as Chatham House and the Royal United Services Institute.
As a motivational speaker, Geoff stands out for his ability to turn high-stakes investigations into practical lessons on leadership and adaptability. He challenges audiences to question assumptions, strengthen digital awareness and respond proactively to technological disruption. By combining investigative rigour with compelling storytelling, Geoff White inspires businesses and individuals to navigate uncertainty with clarity, courage and strategic foresight.
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Books
Rinsed: From Cartels to Crypto: How the Tech Industry Washes Money for the World's Deadliest Crooks
The Lazarus Heist
Crime Dot Com: From Viruses to Vote Rigging, How Hacking Went Global
Geoff White's official speaking topics are listed below:
Financial Crime:
From global money laundering networks to intricate fraud campaigns, Geoff has explored the inner workings of the organised crime groups whose nefarious activities are costing businesses billions, and leaving law enforcement agencies struggling to keep up. His insights offer invaluable lessons for organisations trying to defend against an increasingly complex threat.
Crypto Crime:
Geoff first started covering Bitcoin in 2011, when each coin was worth just a few dollars (compared to tens of thousands today). He has investigated some of the biggest cryptocurrency thefts in history, including the legendary Mt Gox hack of 2014, and the billion-dollar crypto-crime campaign waged by North Korea. He has also tracked crypto’s use a key money laundering vector. Changpeng Zhao, CEO of the world’s biggest crypto firm Binance, named Geoff’s book on North Korean hacking as his pick for 2022, tweeting: “If you hold crypto, you need to know the basics of security”.
Cyber Crime:
With more than a decade of experience covering computer hacking for the likes of Channel 4 News, BBC News and Forbes online, Geoff is one of the world’s leading journalists in this field. From ransomware to business email compromise to nation-state attacks, he has delved deep into the tactics that cyber crime gangs use to target their victims, and shares the insights that can help organisations protect themselves from attack.
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
“Brilliant, energetic, engaging and informative” - RSAC
“The event went down an absolute storm” - Barclays
"Brilliant and engaging! He brought it to life” - Experian
“Geoff takes the complex and invisible, and makes it understandable in a way that only a real investigative journalist can. He delivers it on stage in an engaging and high-energy manner that will leave you more aware of the danger, a little bit stunned and with stories to retell to colleagues and friends” - Mastercard
“Geoff’s session was a highlight! He had the audience immersed and captivated with his candid delivery. Equally entertaining and educational.” - KnowBe4
- 2026 - Delivered a talk at the University of York Intelligence and Defence Society
- 2024 - Author, Rinsed
- 2022 - Nominee, Peabody Award for Podcast/ Radio 2022
- 2021 - Author, The Lazarus Heist
- 2020 - Co-Creator & Co-Presenter, The Lazarus Heist podcast
- 2020 - Author, Crime Dot Com
- 2019 - Wrote Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe?, Audible Original
- 2018 - Wrote The Dark Web, Audible Original
- 2017 - Performed The Secret Life of Your Mobile Phone, The Edinburgh Film Festival
- 2016 - Public Speaker
- 2016 - Writer & Presenter, The Dark Web Podcast
- 2014 - Co-Creator, The Secret Life of Your Mobile Phone
- 2014 - Creator, Data Baby project
- 2012 - TV News Journalist
- 2006 - Investigative Journalist
How to hire Geoff White
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Geoff White for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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