Anupam Sharma

Anupam Sharma is an entrepreneur and technologist building infrastructure at the intersection of crypto, fintech, and decentralized systems. His work focuses on creating trust-minimized escrow and settlement layers that enable secure peer-to-peer and cross-border payments without reliance on centralized intermediaries.

He actively researches and builds systems around crypto settlement, P2P finance, and programmable payments, with a strong interest in how decentralized escrow can unlock global commerce, freelancing, and digital trade.

With more than decades of experience at the crossroads of technology and venture capital, Anupam founded UniSquare with a clear vision — to discover and support the most transformative technologies of the modern era.

Under his leadership, UniSquare has evolved from a small venture studio into a global technology powerhouse, with its portfolio companies now collectively valued at over $50 million.

Anupam Sharma is the Founder and CEO of ESPL, a visionary startup pioneering the world’s first decentralized social network designed to enable users to connect, interact, and socialize over on-chain data. With over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, he is known for transforming innovative ideas into scalable technological realities.

Anupam is deeply passionate about blockchain innovation, artificial intelligence, and decentralized ecosystems. His professional journey reflects a commitment to transparency, data privacy, and empowering digital communities.

He combines his technical expertise in SEO, SEM, online marketing, AR, and AI with a strong entrepreneurial spirit to develop disruptive digital solutions.

Through ESPL, Anupam aims to “make the crypto space great again” by building a social network where users can truly own their data, build trust, and collaborate on the blockchain.

Professional Experience

Founder & CEO – ESPL

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Jan 2021 – Present.

• Leading the development of the world’s first decentralized social network focused on on-chain social interaction.
• Driving innovation across blockchain, AI, and data security spaces.
• Overseeing product design, business strategy, and partnerships.

Chief Executive Officer – ESPL

Full-time | Jan 2018 – Present (7 yrs 10 mos)

• Managing the company’s overall operations and strategic direction.
• Expanding the brand’s footprint in decentralized and Web3 domains.

Chapter Director – Startup Grind

Gurugram, India | Sep 2020 – Mar 2022 (1 yr 7 mos)

• Directed community programs and startup initiatives to empower entrepreneurs.
• Organized networking and mentorship events for emerging founders.

Co-Founder & CEO – MPAS Worldwide

Greater Minneapolis–St. Paul Area | Apr 2015 – Aug 2016 (1 yr 5 mos)

• Launched and managed multiple ventures including:
  • Hacksurance: One of the first cyber insurance and hacking insurance providers.
  • Online Crime Investigation: A digital forensics initiative.
• Developed WISYO (Who Is Searching You Online) — an AI & ML-based tool that helps individuals identify who is searching them online and what information is being found.

CEO – Hacksurance

Shimla, India | Jan 2014 – Aug 2016 (2 yrs 8 mos)

• Pioneered one of the world’s first cyber and hacking insurance solutions.
• Focused on digital risk assessment and cybercrime protection for individuals and enterprises.

Managing Director – Aorso Technologies

Shimla, India | Jun 2012 – Jan 2014 (1 yr 8 mos)

• Founded a full-service web development and security solutions company.
• Transitioned from general web services to specialized mobile security and forensic applications.
• Expanded team and operations while collaborating on government-level digital security projects.

Chief Developer – NetCheckpoint

India | Aug 2012 – Feb 2013 (7 mos)

• Developed a web vulnerability assessment platform for identifying risks in web and mobile applications.

Chief Developer – Zeus OS

India | Jun 2011 – Jan 2012 (8 mos)

• Created Zeus OS, a shell-based cross-platform operating system requiring only 32MB RAM.
• Designed for virus-free, platform-independent computing with cloud storage capabilities.

Director, Internet Solutions – Aorso Technologies

Shimla, India | Jun 2010 – Jan 2012 (1 yr 8 mos)

• Provided digital growth strategies through SEO, SEM, and website security solutions.
• Specialized in developing secure and optimized web applications for global clients.

Director, Network & Security – Demagogue Pvt. Ltd.

Chandigarh, India | Jun 2010 – Jan 2012 (1 yr 8 mos)

• Co-founded the company during college to gain early experience in corporate software development.
• Focused on network s