Konstantinos Komaitis

Konstantinos Komaitis is a leading expert in Internet governance, digital policy and the future of a global, open Internet. A seasoned policy strategist, author and public speaker, Konstantinos is widely recognised for his work shaping the frameworks that underpin how the Internet operates across borders. As a non-resident fellow at the Lisbon Council and a senior researcher with the Atlantic Council’s Democracy and Tech initiative, he provides critical insight into the intersection of technology, geopolitics and regulation, making him a highly sought-after speaker on AI, digital policy and Internet governance.

Konstantinos began his career in academia, serving as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, where he specialised in Internet governance, intellectual property, trade and cybersecurity. During this time, he built a strong reputation for his research and teaching, combining legal, technical and policy perspectives. His academic work laid the foundation for his transition into global policy development, equipping him with a deep understanding of the structural and regulatory challenges shaping the Internet and emerging technologies.

He went on to spend a decade at the Internet Society as Senior Director of Policy Development and Strategy, where he led major global initiatives, most notably playing a key role in the IANA transition, one of the most significant governance shifts in Internet history. Alongside this, Konstantinos has advised international organisations, governments and private sector companies on Internet policy and digital strategy. He delivered a TEDx talk titled “How Decentralisation Shapes the Internet“ and is the author of the book “The Current State of Domain Name Regulation”. He has also written for leading publications including Politico, Brookings, Slate and TechDirt. In addition, he serves on the Board of IP Justice and co hosts the Internet of Humans podcast, further demonstrating his influence across policy, academia and public discourse.

As an AI and digital policy speaker, Konstantinos Komaitis brings a unique global perspective on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the Internet and regulatory environments. He helps organisations understand the growing tension between innovation, sovereignty and governance, offering clear, strategic insight into issues such as data flows, digital trade and platform regulation. Combining academic rigour with real world policy experience, Konstantinos equips audiences with the knowledge to navigate complex digital ecosystems and make informed decisions in an increasingly fragmented technological landscape.