Dr Petar Radanliev
About
Dr Petar Radanliev is a researcher in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity at the University of Oxford's Department of Computer Science.
With a background that spans industry and academia, his research focuses on the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and digital privacy, aiming to develop robust security frameworks that can withstand the challenges posed by emerging technologies such as quantum computing and blockchain. Dr Radanliev has authored over 38 research papers and several books including Beyond the Algorithm: AI Security, Privacy, and Ethics, which explores the ethical implications of AI technologies.
Dr Radanliev's work is not only theoretical but also highly practical. For example, he has developed AI-enhanced security frameworks that have been adopted by major tech companies, and his blockchain-based supply chain transparency framework is currently being piloted to reduce fraud and enhance sustainability. Dr Radanliev has also been invited to speak at prestigious conferences such as DEF CON, Black Hat, and RSA, where he has shared insights on the future of digital security.
Beyond his core research, Dr Radanliev is passionate about using technology to improve mental health and support physically disabled students. Recent projects have explored the therapeutic potential of virtual technologies including the use of dance movement therapy in the Metaverse to create more inclusive and supportive environments. Dr Radanliev is committed to mentoring the next generation of researchers, having supervised over 300 MSc students and ten doctoral candidates, many of whom have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry.
Dr Radanliev is an active member of several professional organisations, including The Coalition for Secure AI (CoSAI); the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP); and the Organisation for the Advancement of Structured Information Standards (OASIS Open). These memberships allow Dr Radanliev to stay at the forefront of developments in his field and contribute to global efforts in advancing secure and ethical AI practices. Dr Radanliev believes in the power of technology to address some of society's most pressing challenges and is dedicated to making complex technological concepts accessible and beneficial to a wider audience.
Dr Radanliev has developed advanced cybersecurity frameworks, incorporating sophisticated threat detection and mitigation strategies that aligns closely with current industry trends, ensuring practical applicability; see: Frontiers | Ethics and responsible AI deployment (frontiersin.org). The cybersecurity models he developed are now integrated into the Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) frameworks used by Cisco, Google, and other major tech companies participating in the Coalition for Secure AI (CoSAI). One such model is the Factor Analysis of Information Risk U-Tool, a comprehensive risk assessment tool that quantifies the potential impact of vulnerabilities in third-party components, allowing organisations to prioritise their security efforts effectively.
In collaboration with the Vice President for AI Security at Cisco Systems, Dr Radanliev co-authored several influential books and video courses on AI security, development, deployment, and responsible AI practices. His book Beyond the Algorithm: AI Security Privacy and Ethics has been adopted as a key reference in multiple university courses in the University of Oxford, and corporate training programmes at Cisco Systems. His blockchain-based supply chain transparency framework is currently being piloted by several manufacturing firms to track and verify the provenance of materials, thereby reducing fraud and enhancing sustainability. This framework uses smart contracts to automate the verification process, ensuring accuracy and reducing the potential for human error. See:
- Cyber risk at the edge: current and future trends on cyber risk analytics and artificial intelligence in the industrial internet of things and industry 4.0 supply chains;
- Review and Comparison of US, EU, and UK Regulations on Cyber Risk/Security of the Current Blockchain Technologies: Viewpoint from 2023;
- and The rise and fall of cryptocurrencies: defining the economic and social values of blockchain technologies, assessing the opportunities, and defining the financial and cybersecurity risks of the Metaverse.
In 2010, Dr Radanliev was awarded the Prince of Wales Innovation Scholarship for research on software supply chain cybersecurity. In 2017, he was awarded the Fulbright Visiting Fellowship, for collaborative research in cybersecurity at MIT and the University of Cambridge.
Watch online
- Airdrop Hunter: exploring new and emerging blockchain projects: CRYPTO SCHOOL OXFORD - DR PETAR RADANLIEV - YouTube
- AI security: exploring new and emerging Generative AI projects: AI School Oxford | DR PETAR RADANLIEV - YouTube
Expertise
- Artificial Intelligence: How machines and computers can learn to perform tasks that usually require human intelligence, such as recognising patterns and making decisions.
- Cybersecurity: Protecting computers, networks, and data from unauthorised access and attacks, ensuring that our digital world remains safe and secure.
- Blockchain Technology: A system that records information in a way that makes it difficult to change or hack, commonly known for its use in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.
- Cryptocurrencies: Digital or virtual forms of money that use cryptography for security and operate independently of a central bank.
- Digital Privacy: Protecting personal information online to ensure that it is not accessed or used without permission.
- Post-Quantum Cryptography: Developing new methods to keep our digital information secure against the potential future threat posed by quantum computers, which could break current encryption methods.
- Quantum Cryptography: Using the principles of quantum physics to create secure communication systems that are impossible to hack.
- Technological Singularity: The idea that artificial intelligence could one day surpass human intelligence, leading to rapid technological advancements that could transform society.
Selected publications
- See a full listing of research papers and books here
- The Rise of AI Agents: Integrating AI, Blockchain Technologies, and Quantum Computing (2025)
- Beyond the Algorithm: AI, Security, Privacy, and Ethics (2024)
- Digital security by design (2024)
- Cyber diplomacy: defining the opportunities for cybersecurity and risks from Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Blockchains, and Quantum Computing (2024)
- Artificial intelligence and quantum cryptography (2024)
- Dance sport movement therapy in the metaverse: A new frontier for alternative mental health therapies (2024)
- Dance as a mental health therapy in the Metaverse: exploring the therapeutic potential of Dance Movement Therapy as a non-pharmacological treatment in the Metaverse (2024)
- AI Security and Cyber Risk in IoT Systems (2024)
Languages
Spoken Languages: English (native or bilingual proficiency), Macedonian (native or bilingual proficiency), Welsh, Greek, Serbian, Bulgarian, Croatian. Programming Languages: Proficient in Python, C++, Java, Scala, Julia, R, Javascript, Rust, Go.