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XTC Mobile Appoints Ilona Levine to Board of Directors, Strengthening Governance, Cybersecurity, and Global Regulatory Leadership

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XTC Mobile Appoints Ilona Levine to Board of Directors, Strengthening Governance, Cybersecurity, and Global Regulatory Leadership

Ottawa, Ontario — April 18, 2026— XTC Mobile, a leader in secure mobile computing and privacy-focused communications technologies, today announced the appointment of Ilona Levine to its Board of Directors.

Ilona Levine is a globally recognized General Counsel, business leader, and board member with extensive expertise in governance, compliance, regulatory affairs, and corporate communications across highly regulated industries, including telecommunications, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity.

Her appointment comes at a pivotal time as XTC Mobile accelerates its expansion into government, enterprise, and international markets, where regulatory alignment, data protection, and cybersecurity leadership are critical to success.

“Ilona brings an exceptional combination of legal acumen, operational leadership, and global perspective,” said David Long, CEO and Founder of XTC Mobile. “Her experience in cybersecurity, telecom, and regulatory strategy directly aligns with our mission to deliver secure, privacy-first mobile solutions. As we scale, her guidance will be invaluable in strengthening our governance framework and navigating complex global markets.”

Deep Expertise in Cybersecurity, Telecom, and Global Governance

Ilona Levine currently serves as General Counsel at the Internet Society and the Internet Society Foundation, leading global legal, regulatory, and governance functions for one of the world’s foremost organizations dedicated to internet accessibility and trust.

In this role, she has:

  • Established comprehensive global compliance and governance frameworks
  • Supported international expansion into Singapore, Switzerland, Belgium, and Canada
  • Led enterprise risk management
  • Matured board governance

Her experience spans crisis management, cybersecurity incident response, procurement and vendor strategy.

Previously, Ilona served as General Counsel at China Telecom Americas, where she built and led legal and corporate communications teams, negotiated major commercial agreements, and supported international expansion initiatives.

She also held roles as Senior Counsel and Data Protection Officer at OVH US LLC, where she led GDPR compliance and cybersecurity programs.

Board Leadership and Industry Influence

Ilona Levine brings significant board experience, currently serving as:

  • Board Member, Association of Corporate Counsel – National Capital Region
  • Board Member, Connected Giving Foundation

She previously served as Chair of the Board of Trustees for Inmed Partnership for Children.

A recognized thought leader, Ilona frequently speaks on cybersecurity, telecommunications, regulatory frameworks, and compliance. She is also active in The Athena Alliance and National Association of Corporate Directors.

Positioning XTC Mobile for Secure Global Growth

Ilona’s appointment reinforces XTC Mobile’s commitment to building a world-class governance structure as the company expands its portfolio of secure mobile technologies, including the LynX Phone and SecureCell platform.

Her expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments, managing enterprise risk, and leading cybersecurity initiatives will support XTC Mobile’s strategy to deliver trusted, compliant solutions to governments, enterprises, and critical infrastructure sectors.

“I am excited to join the Board of XTC Mobile at such an important stage of its growth,” said Ilona Levine. “The company’s focus on privacy, security, and control in mobile computing is highly relevant in today’s threat landscape. I look forward to contributing to its global expansion and helping strengthen its governance and cybersecurity posture.”

About XTC Mobile

XTC Mobile is a secure mobile technology company focused on delivering privacy-first communications and computing solutions for enterprise, government, and security-conscious users. Its flagship products include the LynX Phone, powered by XFoneOS, and SecureCell, a portable secure communications platform designed for edge environments.

Media Contact:
XTC Mobile
Email: office at xtcmobile.com
Phone: 1-844-39X-FONE

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