Mr. Basit Farooq Alvi made history with the creation of Brain, the world’s first PC virus—an event that significantly impacted the cybersecurity landscape and highlighted the emerging challenges of a connected digital world. He is also the co-founder of Brain Telecommunication, one of Pakistan’s first internet service providers, where he played a key role in expanding internet access and shaping the country’s digital infrastructure.

Mr. Alvi has spent decades driving innovation and building foundational digital networks. With his extensive expertise in telecommunications, technology infrastructure, and digital security, he brings a unique perspective to any mission, ensuring that innovation is always balanced with the highest standards of security, resilience, and scalability.

From shaping the early conversations around digital vulnerabilities to building the very networks that connect millions today, Mr. Alvi’s journey reflects a rare blend of visionary thinking and practical execution. His work bridges the formative years of cybersecurity with the ongoing evolution of Pakistan’s digital landscape—making him not only a trailblazer of the past but a key architect of the future.