Anurag Lal | Source | Chief Executive Officer at Infinite Convergence

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Anurag Lal

Chief Executive Officer at Infinite Convergence and 1 other company
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Anurag Lal is the President and CEO of NetSfere. With more than 25 years of experience in technology, cybersecurity, broadband, and mobile security services, Lal leads a team focused on delivering secure, enterprise-grade communication solutions. He is widely regarded as an expert on global cybersecurity policy, AI integration, and emerging threats like quantum computing.

Under his leadership, NetSfere became the first workplace communication platform to implement post-quantum cryptography at scale, using the NIST-approved ML-KEM (Kyber-1024) standard. He also guided the launch of Net-C, the platform’s closed-system AI assistant built to support secure, multilingual collaboration for enterprise users.

Earlier in his career, Lal was appointed by the Obama administration to serve as Director of the U.S. National Broadband Task Force. He has held leadership positions at Meru, iPass, British Telecom, and Sprint, and has been recognized by the Wireless Broadband Industry Alliance in the U.K. Lal holds a B.A. in Economics from Delhi University and is based in Washington, D.C.

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  • Episode 112: Quantum-Proof Messaging: The Future of Secure Communication with Anurag Lal

    In Episode 112 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian sit down with Anurag Lal, CEO of Infinite Convergence Solutions, to explore the cutting edge of secure digital communication. The conversation dives into the capabilities of the NetSfere platform, the urgent need for post-quantum cryptography, and how organizations can future-proof their communications in an increasingly quantum-powered world.

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  • The True Cost of Secure Healthcare Communications

    In this ‘Best of 2024’ episode, Anurag Lal, President & CEO of NetSfere, discusses the true cost of secure healthcare communications.

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  • Solving for Enterprise Cybersecurity Challenges and Risks with Secure Business Communication

    An expanding threat landscape, rapidly evolving technology and a fragmented regulatory environment are all converging to create enormous complexity for organizations when it comes to protecting sensitive business data. To solve these security challenges and risks, enterprises are turning to technologies like NetSfere’s mobile messaging and collaboration platform that are designed to maintain data security, integrity, and privacy.

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  • White House Signal Blunder Exposes National Security Risks
    Anurag warns against federal employees using consumer apps like Signal for sensitive discussions. He stresses the need for secure, encrypted platforms with IT-managed access to prevent breaches. The recent Signal blunder, where a journalist was mistakenly added to a classified chat, underscores the necessity for proactive security measures to protect national security.
  • Mobile Messaging Apps: A New Frontier for Malware Threats
    Anurag warns that hackers use tactics like phishing and malicious attachments to spread malware via apps like WhatsApp. He stresses the need for "quantum-proof encryption" to combat "harvest now, decrypt later" attacks, ensuring secure communications in an evolving cyber landscape.
  • Building a Cybersecurity Culture: Insights from Anurag Lal
    Anurag emphasizes providing employees with necessary tech tools and support. He advocates for "clear AI usage policies" and regular cybersecurity training. By making employees the first line of defense, enterprises can enhance data security. CIOs should gather feedback on tech investments to ensure productivity and efficiency, aligning with security standards.
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  • We built NetSfere to give enterprises complete control over their communications while maintaining the highest standards of security and usability. Unlike consumer messaging apps, which were never designed for regulated industries, our platform was built from the ground up for business use. With the integration of post-quantum cryptography, we are not just adding another layer of protection. We are helping enterprises stay ahead of evolving threats and communicate with confidence in any environment.

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